 Kanchanaburi
Activities and Top Things to do guide
Kanchanaburi is the capital of freshwater fishing in
the country. A favorite spot for anglers is at Phae
Nam Jone River, a two-hour boat ride from Sri Nakharin
Dam. A valley now submerged under dam water near the
resort provides one of the better inland fishing spots
in the country. Edible and popular fish include the
Giant Gourami, the Transverse Bellbarb, the Giant Snake-head
Fish and the Striped Tiger Nandid. Each is delicious
when freshly cooked, either simply fried or in Thai
culinary styles.
Several river
rafting trips operate in the area and these are an excellent
way to travel along the jungle waterways. There are
also a few raft bungalows that one can stay in. A wonderful
way to get ' back to nature' without too much discomfort.
There are also numerous 'long-tail' boat trips on offer
where, if you are short on time, one still has an opportunity
to experience real jungle.
The natural
trails in Kanchanaburi are in pristine environs and
what better way to see them than on horse back. There
are two trail riding stables with a good choice of horses
just outside the town.
Kanchanaburi has
over 20 golf courses in the province. Golfers can choose
from beautifully landscaped courses on the plain, not
far from Bangkok or the cool, jungle-surrounded, hilly
courses further out. For those who are staying in Kanchanaburi,
the three more popular courses are: Nichiko, just out
of town; Home Phutoey, the most scenic  course,
80 km. out on the highway to Sai Yoke Waterfalls and
Mission Hill club, designed by Jack Nicklaus at Thamuang
district, 30 km. out of town.
are available from the provincial capital and several
holiday resorts. Raft trips leave from the famous bridge
over the river Kwai , or the waterfront Song Kwai Road
area. Trips may entail 7-10 hour return journeys, or
include an overnight stay on either the Kwai Yai or
Kwai Noi rivers.
Railway enthusiasts
may travel along one of Southeast Asia's most historical
tracks, namely the surviving stretch of the 'Death Railway',
from the provincial capital to the Nam Tok Railway Station
near the Sai Yok Noi Waterfall. The winding track crosses
the world-famous bridge and provides a clear indication
of how difficult constructing the original track (long
since repaired and restored) must have been. One particularly
exhilarating stretch sees the line parallel the curving
Kwai Noi on a wooden viaduct towering above the river
and hugging a steep, cave-ridden cliff.
Fly over
the mountains, waterfalls and jungles in a small plane.
Enjoy an eagle's view for 30 min. or so, that will leave
you breathless and in total awe of natures artistic
hand below. Telephone: 034-513971 for more information.
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