“Take a boat trip through the stunning Nipa Palm Tunnel. Experience the Bang people's way of life and coconut farming. Cruise to see millions of fireflies and visit a 200-year-old traditional Thai house.”

Khlong Roi Sai (Hundred Canals) is a brackish water area at the mouth of the Tapi River with more than 100 small canals, surrounded by coconut plantations and Nipa palm forests, ideal for boating, photography, and nature-based relaxation. Tourists can witness local wisdom such as traditional fish traps, Nipa palm thatching, and coconut shell handicrafts

Nipa Palm Tunnel and Fireflies:
A highlight is a longtail boat trip through the Nipa palm tunnel, where the tops of the Nipa palms lean towards each other, forming a emerald green tunnel. During the day, you can take photos of the natural scenery and study local plants such as Sonneratia caseolaris, Nipa palms, fragrant coconuts, and observe small aquatic animals in the canal.

At sunset, the riverside canal turns into a firefly paradise with millions of fireflies showing off their shimmering lights. Tourists can sit on a boat and watch them closely with staff guiding them to the best viewing spots.

Culture and Community:
Tourists can see 200-year-old traditional Thai houses, study the Bang people's way of life, coconut farming, and demonstrations of coconut shell handicrafts, as well as taste local spicy food and learn about riverside traditions such as morning alms giving.

Accommodation and Slow Life Experiences:
There are high-quality homestays by the river available, allowing tourists to experience staying with relatives, coconut harvesting, local cooking, and boating to see nature, creating unforgettable impressions.


How to Get There
  • By car/motorcycle: From Surat Thani City Pillar Shrine, cross the Sri Tapi Bridge and head towards Bang Bai Mai Sub-district. Follow the signs to Wat Bang Bai Mai.
  • By boat: Contact to charter a longtail boat from the pier on the riverfront in front of the city. Cross the Tapi River to Khlong Roi Sai.

Travel Tips
  • Complete Trip: Recommended to come on a Sunday to visit the Bang Bai Mai Pracharat Floating Market before boating to see the Nipa palm tunnel to complete all activities.
  • Firefly Watching at Night: You should book a boat in advance and come on a dark night to see the fireflies most clearly.
  • Respect Nature: Refrain from using flashlights, flashes, and making loud noises while watching fireflies to avoid disturbing the ecosystem.
  • Dress code: Prepare a hat, sunglasses for boating during the day, and mosquito repellent for firefly watching at night.

Admission Fee:

  • Free admission to the area.
  • Boat service fee for canal cruising: Approximately 300–500 baht per boat (seats 4–6 people).

Opening Hours:

  • Nature cruise: Daily 08:00 – 17:00
  • Firefly watching cruise: Daily 18:30 – 21:00

Khlong Roi Sai

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Covers an area of 6 sub-districts (Bang Bai Mai, Bang Chana, Khlong Noi and nearby areas), Mueang Surat Thani District, Surat Thani Province 84000 Map

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