Cross Long Biên Bridge for a half-day trip to Le Mat, Hanoi’s famed snake village. Taste ten snake dishes, visit a working snake farm and learn local traditions behind snake wine and cuisine.
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The van slips across Long Biên Bridge and the city’s clamor loosens its grip—rice paddies and low brick houses step forward, the Red River nearby murmuring as you arrive at Le Mat. A row of low restaurants and a tightly packed snake farm greet you: steam, spices and a faint metallic tang of snake wine that promises something outside the ordinary.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Light activity; suitable for most people who can sit for a meal and step around farm enclosures.
Wildlife
History
Le Mat developed a distinct snake-handling and culinary tradition over generations, combining beliefs in medicinal benefits with local food practices.
Conservation
Visitors should favor tours that source snakes responsibly and minimize harm; support operators who follow transparent, humane husbandry and avoid wild capture.
Reserve your spot on the Le Mat Snake Village Tour With Snake Tasting today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring anti-allergy meds
If you have food allergies or sensitivities, carry antihistamines and notify the guide before tasting any dishes.
Ask about sourcing
Request information on whether snakes are captive-bred to assess animal welfare and conservation practices.
Carry cash
Smaller vendors may prefer cash for souvenirs or extra dishes; ATMs are not guaranteed in village stalls.
Respect enclosures
Follow the guide’s instructions at the snake farm and don’t touch animals unless explicitly invited—safety protocols vary by handler.
Comfortable walking shoes
Village surfaces are uneven; closed toes protect against mud and rough flooring.
Small daypack
Holds water, sunscreen, camera and any medication during the half‑day trip.
Antihistamine/first aid kit
Useful for unexpected allergic reactions or minor scrapes.
Compact camera or phone
Capture the culinary preparations and the farm visit—check with handlers before photographing animals closely.