Option 2 – Kayak Fishing in Mangrove Forest

Explore the serene beauty of Cần Giờ’s mangrove forests on this unique kayak fishing adventure. Paddle through narrow channels, cast your lure for saltwater game fish, and enjoy a delicious seafood lunch on a rustic floating raft. Perfect for nature lovers and active travelers, this tour offers a peaceful, hands-on escape just two hours from Saigon.

1 Day

Trip Details

🕔 5:00 AM – Depart from Saigon
Start early with a pick-up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and head to the peaceful district of Cần Giờ.

🍜 6:30 – 7:00 AM – Local Breakfast
Enjoy a hot Vietnamese breakfast (hủ tiếu or phở) at a local eatery before reaching the launch point.

🛶 7:00 – 10:00 AM – Kayak Through Mangroves & Lure Fishing
Begin your kayaking journey through lush mangrove forests and quiet canals.

  • Paddle through hidden waterways and scenic nature

  • Get close to oyster farms and natural fish habitats

  • Try your luck at lure fishing for big saltwater fish

🪵 10:00 – 11:00 AM – Floating Platform Rest & Rod Soaking
Take a break on a rustic floating raft. Soak a line, enjoy the calm, and wait for a bite from smaller fish.

🍽️ 11:00 – 1:00 PM – Seafood Lunch on the Raft
Feast on a variety of freshly prepared seafood dishes while surrounded by nature:

  • Steamed or grilled cobia

  • Grilled seabream and oysters with scallion oil

  • Fresh tiger prawns and tangy fish soup

🛏️ 1:00 – 2:00 PM – Midday Hammock Rest
Stretch out in a hammock, swaying gently over the water — the ultimate unplugged moment.

🎣 2:00 – 4:00 PM – Afternoon Fishing or Shell Gathering
Choose your adventure:

  • Continue kayak fishing

  • Explore the muddy banks to dig for clams, catch baby crabs, or harvest oysters like a true local

🚌 4:00 PM – Return to Saigon
Wrap up your day and head back to the city, refreshed and full of stories to tell.

Trip Moments

Trip Includes

  • 🚐 Round-trip transportation from Saigon
  • 🍜 Local Vietnamese breakfast in Cần Giờ
  • 🛶 Kayak rental & guided mangrove paddling tour
  • 🎣 Lure fishing with support from local guides
  • 🪵 Floating raft rest area & fishing platform
  • 🍽️ Seafood lunch on the raft (cobia, oysters, shrimp, soup)
  • 🧑‍🏫 Experienced local tour guide
  • 🎟️ Entrance & environmental fees
  • 🦺 Life jackets and safety equipment

Trip Excludes

  • Personal expenses (drinks, snacks, etc.)
  • Tips for guides (optional)
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Travel insurance

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