A Day As A Mekong Fisherman & Farmer Tour
Tour Code
N/A
Duration
1 Day
Departure
Ho Chi Minh City
Tour type
Cultural & Rural
Tour Overview
A DAY AS A MEKONG FISHERMAN & FARMER TOUR
The A Day as a Mekong Fisherman & Farmer Tour invites travelers to experience the authentic rhythm of life in the Mekong Delta. Leaving the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City behind, the journey leads to the peaceful countryside of Ben Luc, where quiet canals, coconut gardens, and local markets reveal the charm of rural Vietnam.
During this immersive day trip, visitors can try traditional fishing, explore village life, join a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class, and enjoy a relaxing boat ride through lush waterways. It’s a captivating cultural adventure, connecting visitors with the land, the river, and the daily life of the Mekong Delta.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Visit a local market and discover the ingredients of Mekong cuisine.
- Cruise quiet canals by private boat and observe riverside villages.
- Learn eco-farming techniques and join daily gardening activities.
- Take part in a Vietnamese cooking class in a coconut garden.
- Enjoy a countryside lunch prepared with locally grown produce.
- Relax in a hammock surrounded by rice fields and tropical palms.
- Designed as a sustainable supporting local communities.
Itinerary
Day
01
A Day As A Mekong Fisherman & Farmer Tour
A Day As A Mekong Fisherman & Farmer Tour
08:00: Pick-up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and drive one hour to Ben Luc.
09:00: Visit Ben Luc Market to explore local produce and buy bait for your fishing adventure.
09:45: Board a traditional motorboat at Go Dung Pier. Cruise along scenic canals to your first fishing spot under a rural bridge. Enjoy about 1.5 hours of fishing, with fruits, snacks, and chilled drinks provided.
11:45: Continue boating into shaded, narrow canals and take a short countryside walk t and enjoy the rural scenery.
12:15: Arrive at a local coconut garden. Participate in:
- Duck herding experience (“Duck Massage”)
- Canal bailing with a traditional scoop
- Cooking class featuring: Vietnamese Pancake (Bánh Xèo), Spring Rolls (Chả Giò), and Grilled Pork in Lalot Leaves (Thịt Nướng Lá Lốp).
Enjoy a home-style lunch including the dishes you prepared plus Lemongrass Chicken, Fried Eggs, Minced Pork Soup, Steamed Rice, and seasonal fruits. - Relax in a hammock beneath the coconut trees.
14:30: Rowboat ride through peaceful nipa canals.
15:00: Motorboat transfer back to Go Dung Pier.
15:30: Return drive to Ho Chi Minh City.
17:00: Drop-off at your hotel.
What's Included
Included
- Modern, air-conditioned private vehicle.
- Professional, enthusiastic English-speaking guide for the entire duration.
- Private motorboat and sampan (rowboat) as per the itinerary.
- All fishing equipment (1 modern rod/guest), seating, and bait.
- Authentic garden lunch with hands-on cooking class.
- Chilled beverages (beer, soft drinks), bottled water, snacks, and fresh fruit.
- Cold towels.
Excluded
- Other personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
Note:
- Pick-up service: Hotels in District 1 (except Sai Gon Ward & Tan Dinh Ward). Guests outside District 1 must meet at meeting point (112 Tran Hung Dao St, Ben Thanh Ward) by 07:45.
- Latecomers or no-shows can’t be refunded
Children Policy:
- Under 3 years: Free of charge (sharing with parents).
- 4–9 years: 85% of adult rate (sharing with parents).
- Above 9 years: Adult rate applies.
- Max. 1 free child per 2 paying adults; extra children pay full rate.
Cancellation Policy:
- Less than 24 hours before departure → 100% charge.
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Guarantee
Free Changes
Up to 14 days
24/7 Support
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