Experience The Real Vietnam
The Floating Market was once a center for local trade and authentic Vietnamese culture. However, the urbanization and flood of tourists greatly impacted this once quaint rural area. Now the market has only a few local merchants trading coconuts and bananas.
In 2015 a team of dedicated outdoor adventure guides decided the standard floating market experience needed to be updated to reflect the new Vietnam and the wonderful new experiences available in this beautiful area.
We’re proud to be the first company to provide a new way to experience the Mekong Delta and engage with the wonderful local residents from the vantage point of Kayaks. Our trip begins at the old “floating market” where you will experience first-hand the impact of tourism and industrialization.
Having Boat trip to experience Floating Market.
Stopping at one of local boat to taste some local fruits.
Chatting with the locals to know about their river life.
Kayaking through canals/river to experience daily life of the locals.
Walking around local villages and more interesting things for one day Boat and Kayak with Countryside Adventures.
Itinerary:
7:00 am | Pick up at your hotel![]() |
8:30 am | Start paddling to see the Floating market. . This is the best way to get close to local merchants’ boats. We can get on board one of the boats to chat with locals and enjoy some seasonal fruits |
10:30 am | Boat transfer crossing the Mighty Mekong River with a stop at a local riverside restaurant for lunch. |
Noon | Lunch at a local restaurant |
12:30 pm | We will have another two hours paddling into small canals around the island |
2:30 pm | Boat transfer back to the pier and transfer back to Saigon in the late afternoon. We offer Double, Single, or Family kayak. |
Itinerary:
7:00 am | Pick up at your hotel![]() |
8:30 am | Start paddling to see the Floating market. . This is the best way to get close to local merchants’ boats. We can get on board one of the boats to chat with locals and enjoy some seasonal fruits |
10:30 am | Boat transfer crossing the Mighty Mekong River with a stop at a local riverside restaurant for lunch. |
Noon | Lunch at a local restaurant |
12:30 pm | We will have another two hours paddling into small canals around the island |
2:30 pm | Boat transfer back to the pier and transfer back to Saigon in the late afternoon. We offer Double, Single, or Family kayak. |
We offer New Ford Transis which is comfortable for transportation and always available at your side in case you need to take a break during a ride.
Local leaders at Countryside Adventures who all have strong passion in outdoor activities. Deep knowledge about History, culture and local cuisine. They know well and love their country are the most important to connect and happy to share with you all about whatever topics you may want to know.
We do have both single and double solid kayaks available at our kayak store which are suitable for river exploring.
Please let us know which type of kayak you would refer upon on your booking,then we will arrange a required one for you.
Our Local boat will fully support during kayaking activities. You can find life vest available on boat. You can relax by getting back to the boat if you feel tired.
We do provide light breakfast & Lunch for most of our day trip. As we want you to experience local food, therefore, most of our meal break is at super local restaurant with healthy and special local food of the area.
We do provide healthy local snacks and drinks during our outdoor activities. We buy all snacks & drinks along the way to support local community.
Departure: Everyday
Package cost per paddler as below:
From 02 -04: US$ 120
From 05 -08: US$ 110
From 09 -12: US$ 90
Further Information for Boat and Kayak the Mekong 01 Day:
Kayaking distance: Starting from 02KM to 05KM (45 minutes to 1,5 hours)
Water conditions: Calm and quiet canals/rivers
Suitable ages: Anyone who love kayaking.
Meals: We can arrange vegetarian food, please let us know in advance.
What to wear & bring: Please wear comfortable clothing for outdoor activities( Short, T-shirt, sport shoes or pair of sandals are recommended)