Song Kalia River SanglaburiProvince: Kanchanaburi
Distance: 20 km
Duration: 3 hr
Difficulty: 1 - 3
The ride - The Song Kaila originates from the Ta Kean Tong Waterfall about 9 km from the dealer locations near the Song Kaila Bridge. Sanglaburi is a beautiful area along the border with Myanmar. The scenery along the river varies from good to stunning.
The first rapid is Pae Bin (flying raft) and is a 5-step waterfall. It's short but fun. Expect another 12-15 rapids with the forest watching your progress.
Mid course you will find a resting place with a small waterfall.
Tour Operator
Kareang Tour - K Khamthong, 06 169 3779, 01 413 3306, 034 595 337
Ban Huay Ulong Resort - 034 599 395, 034 531 050-1
Expect to pay Bt 450 per person for rafting alone; to Bt 2,500 for a small (8 max) boat. Prices should include transportation, equipment and 1 meal.
Accommodations near the rafting or Sangklaburi town.
Chedi James Resort - 01 215 5847, 034 593 337
Sangklaburi Garden Home - 034 595 007, 034 595 229
P Guest House & Country Resort - 034 595 061
Pornpailin Hotel - 034 595 026, 034 595 088
Pornpailin Riverside - 034 595 322, 034 595 352
Poy Luang Resort - 078 207 649, 01 705 5479, 09 837 7336
Forget Me Not House Resort - 034 595 015
Burmese Inn - 034 595 146, 06 168 1801