Adventure Sports in Bangkok

Looking for one of the most lively and exhilarating places to visit in Thailand? "Mother River of Thailand" or the Chao Phraya River, which has become a new hotspot for everything from retail to nightlife is the best bet for you!Starting in the north of Thailand, the Chao Phraya River travels south across the flat region of southern Thailand and finally enters Bangkok Bay. Besides being the country's major river, it has served as both a significant mode of transportation and the nerve center of the country's economy and society.Bangkok's several historical attractions like The Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo, Wat Pho, National Museum Bangkok, Khao San Road, and ChinaTown are located near its banks, adding to its allure. A cruise on the Chao Phraya River offers the ultimate in luxury, indulgence, and entertainment. Taking a nighttime sail down the river is the ideal way to see the riverbank structures lighted up to their full grandeur.

Almost every traveler visiting Bangkok for the first time has this ardent urge to visit these unique shopping areas conducted from the traditional boats. Despite the fact that sellers are more worried about tourists as compared to local people nowadays, the floating markets of Bangkok are still heaped with tropical fruits and vegetables, ready-to-drink coconut juice and local food cooked from floating kitchens found right on the vessel. It might sound strange but there are different varieties of floating markets in Bangkok. While most of them begin their operations early morning at around 05:00 AM, rest remain open till noon as well. Well, it is best advised to sit and relax without any bargaining over prices, you can even opt for a guided boat tour to Bang KhuWiang, Bang Nam Pheung, DamnoenSaduak, KhlongLatMayom and various other beautiful and impressive floating markets.Location: Floating markets are located throughout Bangkok and surrounding provincesBest Time: These stunning markets are operational throughout the year. Weekends are the ideal time to visit, DamnoenSaduak, Amphawa, Taling Chan and KhlongLatMayom are the four major floating markets in Bangkok and is advisable to visit them early in the morning so as to avoid overcrowding tourists.Things to keep in mind: Depending on the market you chose to visit, ensure that you are aware of the opening and closing timings of different markets. Also, some markets operate on weekends, make sure that you are well aware of the fact. Bargaining is a tough job here and is time-consuming also, thus, is recommended that you do slight research before jumping onto the price argument with the vendors.

Located in Khlong Sam Wa , the Safari World, within an area of 170 acres is a drive-in zoological park divided into two parts. The first is the Safari Park to house a large variety of animals like zebra, deer, giraffe, birds tigers lions, bears, etc. in a natural habitat. The second is the Marine Park which hosts events like the famous dolphin show. The Safari world zoo is the perfect place for families with children to visit in Thailand. Come face to face with thousands of rare and endangered species roaming freely in their natural habitat. The park provides a coach service for visitors who do not drive in.Timings: Opens daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PMPrice: The approximate price ranges from 50 Baht to 350 Baht.