Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

PMT offers guided and unguided kayaking tours on the River Kwai, just 150 meters downstream from the famous Bridge on the River Kwai in Kanchanaburi. Paddlers are taken upstream by boat and enjoy a relaxing, approximately five-kilometer trip. Passing temples, water lily fields, and with views of the historic bridge over which trains run, this unique combination makes this tour a special way to explore one of Thailand's most historically significant waterways.

Each booking includes a life jacket, a waterproof dry bag, and water. Additional items can be securely stored at the base. The kayaks are two-person kayaks equipped with comfortable seats, making them suitable even for those who experience discomfort on longer trips. Guided tours typically last between one and a half and three hours, depending on the pace and chosen route. For those who prefer a more tranquil and atmospheric experience on the water, sunset trips are also available.

The kayak rental is open daily from 8:30 am to 7:30 pm, allowing for departures both in the morning and late afternoon. Reported prices for kayak rentals for two people are around 500 baht per person. However, visitors are advised to check current prices on the official website, riverkwaikayaking.com, before their arrival. A guided tour is recommended for first-time visitors unfamiliar with the river.