The Canals of Bangkok are called Klongs

Some are so narrow you can jump across (you don't want to fall in)

and some wide enough for four lane traffic.

I was ready to take a taxicab somewhere when my friend showed me how locals do it. We walked to a small canal and boarded a long boat. Soon we switched (actually, jumped) to a larger one. The vehicle had a large red engine below, and was fast and very loud.

When we arrived at our stop, we walked to the intersection. Motorcycle taxis waited for fares. After a few Thai words were exchanged, we each hopped on the back of a motorcycle, and rode to the end of a dead end street, our destination.

Cycle taxi drivers wait with their bikes at street corners of side streets. They can be recognized by their vests showing a large number. Cycle taxis fill an important need, and not only for short trips. They can use alleys and sidewalks. When the city rush hour is at a standstill, they can slip thru the traffic, but remember to keep your legs in!

Seriously, they are sober, responsible drivers compared to the Tuktuks.