The tiny floating market of Yon Yuk is located about 20 kilometers north of Trang in the Huai Yot district. Although it's called "Talat Nam" (Thai for floating market), there are no vendors on boats. It's more of a small market on the riverbank. It's very small and offers only a few food stalls. The access to the river is particularly nice, where children can swim (the water level is quite shallow for adults, but you can splash around). You can rent buoys (20 THB) or kayaks (200 THB). I personally find it a pleasant place to eat, relax, and cool off by splashing around in the river during the hot season. It's probably less advisable during the rainy season, as the river can be murky. I combined my visit with a trip to Wat Khao Phra Yot temple and Le Khao Kob cave. The floating market is only open on weekends and holidays, but next to it is a nice restaurant that is open almost every day and offers access to the best part of the river for swimming, which I think is the real attraction of a visit, especially with children.

The Yon Yuk floating market is free, but only open on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays. On weekdays (and weekends too), the neighboring restaurant Tam Ret Saep Nua is open except on Mondays. The food is good; the small bamboo huts offer direct access to the riverbank, where you can enjoy a wonderful swim.

Talat Nam Yon Yuk is located 20 kilometers north of Trang City. There is no public transportation there; you must travel there yourself.

How to get there

How do I get to the Yon Yuk Floating Market? The Yon Yuk Floating Market is located 20 kilometers north of Trang City. There is no public transportation there; you will need to travel independently.