Many of our tours through Vietnam take a day trip from Saigon to the province of My Tho, gateway to the Mekong. We then take a boat ride to one of the islands located in the middle of the Mekong River. On the island we visit a fruit orchard and sample some delicious fresh local produce.
We take the opportunity to visit an ancient house over 170 years old built by the French, enjoy their hospitality and share with them some tea or rice wine. In this area, people get around by water way, therefore motorboat is a pretty convenient means of transportation.
Visiting Floating Market
It would be remiss if traveling to Mekong Delta without visiting the floating market. It can be said that the floating market is one of the most prominent features of the Mekong Delta. These markets are central markets in the delta where people can buy fruits and vegetables from local produce. Boats loaded with produce from nearby orchards of the Mekong Delta converge to the floating market. Boats were painted the opening eyes - the eyes are painted on the bow for good luck, a wide-awake crew and good and safe trip.
They carry mostly fruits but also coconuts, vegetables and fish and sellers hang whatever they have for sale on the top of a bamboo pole to let buyers see their products. Large floating markets are not complete without its floating restaurants, floating gas stations and an occasional tour boat filled with tourists. Small boats serve mobile coffee, where you can buy soft drinks, iced coffee or a strong bowl of Pho for breakfast.
Floating markets are held every morning from 5:00am to about 11:00am. Phung Hiep (Hau Giang) market is the biggest since it is located at the intersection of seven major canals. It is also a photographer's delight because it can be seen above from a bridge. Cai Rang (Can Tho) and Cai Be (Tien Giang) are two other notable floating markets in the delta.
Mekong Delta Tours
Visiting the Mekong Delta during a trip to Vietnam is a great idea. The Mekong Delta is one of the top recommended places that you can visit during your tailored trip to Vietnam. Boat tours are a great way to tour the Mekong Delta. Mekong Delta Tour is recommended from half day to a maximum of 2 days 1 night. Another option is to design a private tour on the Mekong River cruises that combine visits to Vietnam and Cambodia with excurtions that fit the itinerary.
We offer you another way to explore Vietnam’s “rice bowl” by cycling through the lush countryside and sleepy villages of the Mekong Delta on biking adventure tour that takes you deep into the agricultural heart of the country. Alternatively, you can enjoy your stay with other options like a Mekong river cruises.
Both our Vietnam and Cambodia Adventure and Mekong Discovery to the scenic little town of Chau Doc. Chau Doc is home for many Khmer, Cham and Chinese and is only a few kilometers from the Cambodian border. Chau Doc is located on Bassac River. Since the opening of the borders in 2000 there has been a real boom.
Many visitors who travel from Vietnam to Cambodia are passing the nice city. From here there are daily connections to Phnom Penh by speedboat (approx. 5hrs). See more information about Visa when you travel pass this border gate.
Top Things to See & Do in the Mekong Delta
The Mekong Delta is one of the largest wetlands in Asia with a temperate climate and fertile soil. It is formed by the vein-like tributaries of the river, where it empties into the East Vietnam Sea. This is an ecologically fragile place under effects of climate change. The Mekong Delta has been explored and built by humans, but the beauty still exists there. Rare wildlife, rich forests and low-level but vibrant floating markets all await during your exciting trip to Vietnam.
Must See Mekong Delta Tourist Attractions
Residents have built their lives around the Mekong, from famous floating markets to vast agricultural industries; Many fruits, flowers and livestock grow in the area. It's the place to take a nap in a hammock or go downstream on a sampans. If you are visiting the Mekong Delta, you must see some of the following:
- Cai Rang Floating Market
- Tra Su Cajuput Forest
- Can Tho
- Tan Lap Village
- Vinh Trang Pagoda
- Huynh Thuy Le Old House
- Sa Dec Flower Village
- Fruit Orchard
- Three Wishes Tomb
- Pirate Island
- Xeo Quyt Forest
- Tay An Pagoda
- Dong Tam Snake Farm, Tien Giang
- Temple Bee
What to Do at the Mekong Delta
For those who plan to have a tour of the Mekong Delta region, the best things to do is take a boat ride along the tributaries of the Mekong River, enjoy the fresh air and natural landscape, enjoy the flavors of fresh fruit, plus join the friendly locals for comfort and relaxation.
Taking a boat trip along the Mekong River from Vietnam to Cambodia or vice versa is also an interesting and worthwhile experience. You can visit Mekong delta from famous tourist destinations such as Ho Chi Minh city, Can Tho or a boat trip from Cambodia. Regardless of your preferences, we list below 7 best things to do in Mekong Delta:
- Enjoy the Mekong Delta cruise trip
- Visit Mekong Delta Floating Markets
- Taste Mekong Delta local foods
- Fruit Buffets in Mekong Delta Orchards
- Overnight in a homestay in Mekong Delta
- Visit famous attractions in Mekong Delta
- Cycling through local villages
The Best Time to Visit Mekong Delta
In general, there are two seasons in the Mekong Delta: dry season and rainy season. In the rainy season, floodwaters often rise, while in the dry season, saltwater intrusion, so this hydrological - weather factor also affects the tourist experience of tourists.
The dry season in the Mekong Delta usually lasts from November to April next year, especially February to May is a bit hotter and humid, less rain, even almost no rain. The dry season is considered the preferred travel time and the peak season in the Mekong Delta. This is also the best time to visit the Mekong Delta, in which the period from October to February next year, when the weather is quite pleasant, is the period with the best weather. During this time, the area is very beautiful with fresh blue skies, calm rivers, most beaches and other tourist attractions are packed with tourists.
The rainy season lasts from May to early November, in which July and August have the highest rainfall of the whole year. A special feature is that the rains are usually short showers, occurring in the afternoon and lasting up to 1 hour.
Last updated on 2022-12-08 02:14:35.
