Bangkok Rickshaw & Jungle Hike: Klong Toey Market, Bang Krachao

Summary

Bangkok Green Lung Tour: Rickshaw Ride, Local Markets & Nature Walk

Want to see Bangkok beyond the usual sights? This tour gets you deep into local life—from bustling markets to jungle paths—by foot and rickshaw. You’ll meet real people, taste proper Thai food, and discover hidden corners most visitors miss.

What’s the experience like?

Right after breakfast, our guide swung by the hotel lobby—always with that easy smile—and we squeezed into a tuk-tuk for the short ride to Klong Toey Market. It’s not fancy or touristy; it’s where locals actually shop. The air was thick with the smell of fresh herbs and grilled fish, and I had to sidestep puddles from the morning’s rain. Vendors called out prices in Thai, and I caught sight of a chef from a nearby noodle stall haggling over chilies. If you’re into food markets, this one’s raw and real—nothing staged for Instagram.

Once we’d had our fill of colors and noise, we hopped onto a little ferry across the river. Suddenly, Bangkok’s chaos faded behind us. Bang Krachao is wild—lush trees everywhere, birds you don’t see downtown, and cicadas buzzing loud enough to drown out your thoughts. We rode in an old-school rickshaw for part of it (the driver joked about his “Bangkok gym”), then set off walking narrow paths shaded by banana leaves. Our guide pointed out tiny shrines tucked behind bushes and explained how locals built these walkways above the marshes.

Lunch was at a no-name spot—plastic chairs, fans spinning overhead—and I tried a spicy basil chicken that nearly knocked me out (in a good way). Afterward, we wandered through Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park. Kids were feeding fish in the pond; I joined in with some bread from a street vendor. There’s also this small temple nearby—not famous but peaceful—with incense drifting through open windows.

If you’re lucky enough to go on a weekend, there’s the Bang Nam Phueng floating market too. It’s only open Saturdays and Sundays—lots of snacks on boats and hardly any tourists around. By late afternoon, we ferried back to “the concrete world,” as our guide called it. My shoes were muddy but my head felt clear.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Bangkok's Markets and Jungle

• Hotel pickup
• Visit Klongtoey Market
• Explore Bang Krachao and Thai lunch
• Feed fish in park pond
• Visit local temple
• Visit local floating market (weekends only)

Top questions

Is this tour suitable for kids or older travelers?

Yes! The pace is relaxed, there are plenty of breaks, and kids can ride in strollers or sit on laps during transfers.

What should I wear or bring?

Wear comfy shoes you don’t mind getting dirty—it can get muddy in Bang Krachao. Bring sunscreen and maybe bug spray if you’re sensitive.

Is lunch included? What kind of food will we have?

Lunch is included at a local spot—expect classic Thai dishes like basil chicken or fried rice. Vegetarian options are available if you let us know ahead.

Will we visit the floating market every day?

The floating market runs only on weekends and public holidays. On weekdays, we spend more time exploring other local spots in Bang Krachao instead.

What’s included

You’ll get roundtrip hotel transfers (so no stress about directions), all ferry/boat rides, an authentic rickshaw trip through Bang Krachao, guided walks with an English-speaking local expert, entry to Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park, visits to Klong Toey Market (and the floating market if it’s open), plus lunch at a neighborhood eatery.