Ben Tre Prawn-Catching & Authentic Mekong Private Day Tour

4.5 (2 reviews) Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Duration8h - 9h
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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Step into the soul of the Mekong Delta on this immersive, family-friendly day tour designed for curious travelers craving something real.
Interactive experiences: prawn catching, fruit picking, chocolate tasting.
Access to local Mekong Delta riverside life—a blend of relaxation and discovery.
Great for families—kids especially love prawns & paddle‑boat rides.
Savor the taste of fresh prawns cooked onboard with chilled coconut water
Explore lush mangroves and pick fresh fruits straight from the trees
Learn how to make and taste fresh chocolates made on-site
Cruise through narrow, jungle-lined waterways on a traditional paddle boat

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Boat trip
  • English speaking guide
  • Entrance fee
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses

What to expect

  1. Ho Chi Minh City
    2h
    Morning, begin with a pickup from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy a scenic 2-hour drive to Ben Tre, passing vibrant rice paddies and riverside villages along the way.
  2. Ben Tre
    5h
    Upon arrival, be greeted with local Mekong fruit and cakes as you board the boat—a refreshing start to your adventure. Navigate lush mangroves and pluck fresh fruits straight from the trees aboard the boat.

    Join a local fisherman in his daily routine: cast nets or traps, catch fresh prawns, cook them onboard, and enjoy with chilled coconut water. Next, explore vast coconut groves and learn traditional processing.
    Knowing how to make and taste fresh chocolates made on-site—a unique Mekong treat. Swap the main boat for a traditional paddle boat to explore narrow, jungle-lined waterways in peace and serenity.

    Enjoy a lunch in a tropical fruit garden or on-boat. Savor family-style Vietnamese dishes prepared by locals in a beautiful riverside setting.
  3. Ho Chi Minh City
    2h
    Relax on the return trip to Ho Chi Minh City, reflecting on your day of exploration. 5:00 -5:30PM: arrive in Ho Chi Minh city

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Go to De Tham street, look for the building name The District

End point

Go to De Tham street, look for the building name The District

Pickup details

Our tour guide will pick you up at the reception at hotel.
Please let me know your hotel location in central Ho Chi Minh city, we can adjust for your pick up

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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