Erawan Falls | private day tour from Bangkok
Escape the bustling streets of the city for a private, hassle-free journey into the serene jungles of Kanchanaburi. This dedicated day trip from Bangkok focuses entirely on the crown jewel of the region: Erawan Falls. With private door-to-door transportation, you will have ample, unhurried time to hike the forest trails, swim in the emerald-turquoise limestone pools, and experience a natural "doctor fish" spa across all seven tiers of this spectacular waterfall.
At a Glance
Detailed Day Itinerary
Hotel Pickup & Scenic Transfer
Your private English-speaking licensed guide and professional driver will meet you in your Bangkok hotel lobby. Settle in and catch up on sleep during the comfortable, air-conditioned 3-hour drive into the Kanchanaburi countryside.
Erawan Falls Hike & Swim
Because this tour focuses entirely on the falls, you won't be rushed. Spend up to 4 hours exploring at your own pace. Hike up the jungle trails to reach the highest tiers, or simply relax and swim in the clear blue-green waters of the lower pools with the friendly natural doctor fish.
Authentic Local Thai Lunch
After working up an appetite on the trails, enjoy a delicious, generous set-menu lunch featuring fresh local Thai dishes, tropical fruits, and cold beverages at a restaurant near the park visitor center.
Krasae Cave & Death Railway Trestle Walk
Drive 12 km to Krasae Cave, a former shelter for WWII prisoners of war. Walk along the precarious wooden cliffside trestle bridge overlooking the Kwai Noi River—one of the most dramatic sections of the Death Railway.
Bridge Over the River Kwai
Conclude the historical leg at the famous iron bridge span made legendary by Pierre Boulle’s novel and the 1957 Oscar-winning film. Walk across the iron track for sunset photos over the Mae Klong / River Kwai.
Return Transfer to Bangkok
Relax in air-conditioned comfort as your private driver navigates the roads back to the city, dropping you off directly at your Bangkok hotel right in time for dinner.
What to Pack & Preparation Tips
- Footwear: Sturdy walking shoes or sport sandals with good grip for wet limestone rocks and jungle trails.
- Swimwear & Towel: Wear swimwear under your clothes for easy changing if you plan to swim in the falls.
- Sun & Insect Protection: Eco-friendly sunscreen, a hat, and mosquito repellent.
- Long Drive Comforts: A light jacket or sweater (vehicles are air-conditioned), sunglasses, and perhaps a travel pillow for the drive from/to Bangkok.
- Reusable Water Bottle: Single-use plastic bottles are restricted past Tier 2 to protect the park environment.
How much?
All rates are per person in Thai Baht (THB) for a completely private group departing from Bangkok.
| Pax | Rate per person |
|---|---|
| 2 | 4,200 THB |
| 3 | 3,100 THB |
| 4 | 2,800 THB |
| 5 | 2,450 THB |
| 6 | 2,200 THB |
| 7 | 2,050 THB |
| 8 | 1,950 THB |
Reviews from our guests
By: Taly N. S. | posted Sun 16 Aug, 2026
The tour was great, we're very happy we booked it!
Both the guide and the driver were very kind.
The trip to the Erawan falls was absolutely beautiful and exciting. We got to see monkeys and swim with the fish in the cold, refreshing water ponds. After that we tasted some of the best thai food we've had on our trip to Thailand, thanks to our guide. The view was amazing, and it was very interesting to see and learn about the life in this rural area.
By: Marlena Brown | posted Fri 26 Jun, 2026
We had an excellent time on our Erawan Falls + River Kwai Bridge tour! Dew was an amazing tour guide, so friendly and personable and willing to tell us all about our destinations and Thai culture. It was truly the highlight of our vacation.
By: Thamo | posted Sat 25 Apr, 2026
The Erawan Falls Tour was amazing! We were picked up by our very kind driver right on time and our tour guide Susan was very kind and knowledgeable about the history of the places we visited. Thank you to the both of you for making this day as memorable as it was!
The booking process and communication with the company was also extremely easy, kind and overall I could not have asked for more. Thanks to anyone involved! This really is a company that wants the best for their customers! Highly recommended!
By: Iza F. | posted Sun 22 Feb, 2026
We had a great with our guide Dew. We learned a lot about Thailand and saw great landscapes. Can absolutely recommend it!
By: Leila Flores | posted Wed 4 Feb, 2026
Fang, our guide, was very easy to talk with and accommodating. He answered most of our questions with added information.
When we were on our way to Erawan, we asked him to tell us where best to take pictures; he replied, “Everywhere!”
So true.
> Leila Flores
The Erawan waterfalls are wonderful. Our phone camera was unable to capture the beauty of it.
I wish that Level 6 is made a required view, not just an option that tourists may say No to
By: Thu Do | posted Mon 2 Feb, 2026
This trip was so well organized. My guide Cat was delightful and made the hike up to Phra That cave really enjoyable. She also gave excellent suggestions of which pools to enjoy the most at Erawan Falls. The car and driver were also so nice and made the day feel really relaxed. I wish I had taken more advantage of the car staying with us all day, and brought two pairs of shoes to enjoy the water and the cave.
By: Ruth Geary | posted Thu 29 Jan, 2026
Everything worked well, pick-up, drive, guide, walk, swim in the waterfalls, the other interesting stops and sending home, like stated on the program.
We had a really enjoyable day. Thank you!
By: Parvinder Deo | posted Wed 14 Jan, 2026
This is a great tour! Our driver, Aod, arrived promptly to pick us up from the hotel. There was a lot of driving as the Erawan National Park is 3 hours away from Bangkok, but he drove well and kept good time.
Our guide, Bass, was absolutely amazing! He had such good knowledge of the stops on the tour and the local area, being local from the area. He was patient with our questions. And polite with his explanations.
He gave us plenty of time to enjoy the Erawan waterfalls. At lunch, he ensured we were well fed and ensured we had some food to take back with us for dinner.
Highly recommend this tour and a special shout out to Aod and Bass.
By: William Blakesley | posted Sun 4 Jan, 2026
Great tour, really enjoyed it
By: Alexander Vasiljev | posted Tue 21 Oct, 2025
Well organized tour. Will definitely use your services again. Thank you for a great experience!