Our Story
BANGKOK FOOD TOURS was launched in early 2011 thanks to our passion in food and traveling. Thai to the roots with deep knowledge in local culture and cuisine, we are a warm and generous host who are eager to guide you through culinary journeys, help you explore Thai culture, and connect you to the locals.
Our mission is not only to introduce Thai local flavors to the world, but also to help foreign visitors “eat like Thais do.” Besides filling your stomach with delicious dishes, we feed you with fun history, rich culture, and story insights of the neighborhoods we visit, as the locals themselves may share.
As the first and the only 100% local company that offers authentic food tours in the entire Thailand, Bangkok Food Tours has quickly gained reputation for providing visitors with creative ways to explore Bangkok and beyond like locals. We have been seen on and recognized by global media like CNNgo, Travel+Leisure, Lonely Planet, and many more.
Bon appétit,
Bangkok Food Tours Team
Why Join Bangkok Food Tours?
Culinary trained tour guides
Our license tour guides are trained specifically on food, culture, and history. Our guides are culinary experts and know about food history, food ingredients, and tips and tricks. Best of all, they are very articulate on presenting the food in the fun and engaging way.
Close relationship with local food vendors
We have very a close relationship with food vendors. It ensures that all tours will include behind the scene experience. Therefore, your tours will be more fun, informative, and hand on.
Innovative itineraries with strong focus on food & culture without losing touch on main attractions
Food is one of the best ways to experience Thailand. Our innovative itineraries have a strong focus on using food to connect you to local people, Thai history and charming culture without losing touch of main attractions.
Support community
We are responsible, community-led tourism company. We only use local vendors in all tours. All tours are well researched, aiming to minimize local and environmental impacts. These can be seen by awards and recognition we have received, including the Thailand Tourism Award 2013 and the Certificate of Excellence from the Senate of Thailand.
Travel Responsibility
We strongly believe in and are dedicated to responsible tourism. Our tours are designed to minimize environmental impact and sustain local economy. The followings are some practices we are committed ourselves to.
- We are fully-accredited and licensed tour operator. We only use licensed tour guides who are passionate about Thai food and culture.
- We eagerly encourage our customers to consider to use public transportation. Our tours are within easy access by environmental-friendly mode of transportation, such as BTS. Our walking tours produce by far the least carbon emissions.
- Our restaurant partners are local businesses and they have been in operations for years. By supporting local entrepreneurs, we help generate new source of income and contribute to sustainable growth of local economy.
- Each tour is developed on in-depth research of local neighborhoods. Our aim is to shy away from interrupting local community’s way of life. In contrast, we want our customers to get full experience of true local lifestyle.
- We believe in giving and sharing. We are committed to give back to our society. As our business expands, we plan to contribute certain portion of profit to local communities in Thailand, especially to those in need.
- No hidden cost on our tours. Our tours are 100% hassle-free. We state our price clearly as well as what are included in each tour. We hate scam as much as you do. Our tour guides are committed to company’s codes of conduct. They will never try to persuade customers to pay for extra services that customers do not intend to pay for initially.
- Bangkok Food Tours and Navatas Hospitality Co.,Ltd is 100% owned by Thais and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About NAVATAS
Bangkok Food Tours is trading brand of Navatas Hospitality Co.,Ltd. We are bounded and licensed travel operator in Thailand. With our current focus on culinary tourism, Navatas aims to offer unique and authentic experience to international travelers. All Navatas’ products are developed on hours of research and development to ensure our visitors’ most satisfying experience.
