Thung Bua Daeng Floating Market in Bang Len

The first review is of the Red Lotus Floating Market in Bang Len, Nakhon Pathom Province, a location not far from Bangkok. It is easily accessible by private car. It is recommended to visit on weekdays, not long holidays or Saturdays and Sundays, as there will be less traffic and fewer people. Parking is easy, and you can take beautiful photos without many people around. You will have time to admire the lotus flowers to your heart's content.

We followed Google Maps and drove to the Thung Bua Daeng Floating Market. It took a few hours from Bangkok. We arrived at the market early in the morning, around 10:00 AM, when there were not many people. We were among the first customers, so we didn't have to wait in line. We boarded the boat right away.

The boat rental fee is 100 baht per boat. Drone photography costs 40 baht per photo. Hat rentals are also inexpensive at 5 baht per hat. Beautiful umbrellas are only 10 baht each (prices are very reasonable).

The Tung Bua Daeng Floating Market covers an area of 44 rai, with 24 rai dedicated to lotus ponds. Two lotus varieties are cultivated: the original red lotus, which blooms in the morning, and the Ma-Miew red lotus, which blooms throughout the day, allowing visitors to enjoy the lotus blossoms all day long.

Once you're on board, the boatman will take you to see the lotus flowers in the middle of the field, explaining the different species of lotus found there. They will also show you the various beautiful sights in the field, take you to see how the lotus flowers are grown, and give you a garland to wear. They will also take you to see the birds' eggs in their natural habitat and arrange for you to have beautiful drone photos taken as a souvenir. You can choose the photos you like with the drone operator. I really liked this part and got some great pictures. It was the best part of the trip.

After taking photos to our satisfaction, we were taken back to shore by our guide. We had lunch at a local recommended restaurant, Red Lotus Café. We ordered their signature dish, lotus petal wraps, and also some deep-fried lotus petals. The taste was unique and delicious, a must-try for anyone visiting the area.

More details

Tung Bua Daeng Floating Market

Address: 10/2 Moo 6, Bang Len Subdistrict, Bang Len District, Nakhon Pathom Province

Open daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Phone: +66 81 259 7667

Boat rides are available to enjoy the view of the red lotus field for 100 baht per round, with a capacity of 2-5 people. For those who want a wider and higher angle, drone photography services are also available. This modern service is sure to capture stunning aerial views of the beautiful landscape.

Travel

Private car

- Follow the Western Ring Road (Kanchanaphisek) to Road 340 towards Suphan Buri. At the Naphaphong intersection, there is a sign for Bang Len. Turn left and follow the road straight until you reach Bang Len district. At the three-way intersection, turn right. At the next three-way intersection, turn left. Pass the Bang Len police station and prepare to stay on the left side. After crossing the canal, turn left into the alley (gravel road). There are signs along the way.

- From Borommaratchachonnani Road, pass Mahidol University, turn right at the three-way intersection to Bang Len (Krung Nonth-Chong Tanom Road), go straight, pass Air Orchid, pass Lam Phaya Floating Market, turn left onto Road 346 into Bang Len District, turn right at the three-way intersection, turn left at the next three-way intersection, pass Bang Len Police Station, prepare to stay on the left side, turn left into the alley (gravel road) after crossing the canal. There are signs all the way.
Public transportation

The public van route from Bangkok to Bang Len departs from the side of Central Pinklao. Passengers can disembark at Bang Len District Bus Terminal and take a tuk-tuk or motorcycle taxi to the Thung Bua Daeng Floating Market.