Cruise the Upper Mekong from My Tho to Ben Tre on a full-day tour that mixes motorboat riverscapes, hand-rowed sampans, orchard visits and coconut-candy workshops. Expect relaxed cruising, local music, seasonal fruit tastings and easy walking on riverbanks and village paths.
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The boat slips away from the pier and the Tien River takes the lead — broad, brown, and patient — guiding you toward four low islands known locally as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short uneven walks and stepping on/from boats
Wildlife
History
The Mekong Delta became Vietnam’s rice bowl through centuries of sediment deposition and intensified agricultural settlement; French colonial influence is visible in architecture such as Vinh Trang pagoda.
Conservation
Boat traffic and plastic pollution are local concerns—use refillable water bottles, avoid single-use plastics, and support operators who practice responsible waste disposal.
Reserve your spot on the My Tho Ben Tre Mekong River full day trip today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring small cash for local vendors
Many orchards and family-run workshops accept only cash and offer small goods that are perfect souvenirs.
Prepare for sun and rain
Light rain jackets are essential in the wet season; a wide-brim hat and sunscreen matter year-round.
Motion-sickness precautions
If you’re prone to seasickness, take medication before boarding—river chop can be unexpectedly rough.
Respect private property
Ask permission before photographing people working in orchards or entering small family operations.
Lightweight rain jacket
Keeps you dry during tropical downpours common May–November.
summer
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protects against strong equatorial sun during open-boat cruising.
Closed-toe water shoes or sturdy sandals
Useful for slippery docks, small-canal sampans and muddy orchard paths.
Small dry pack or waterproof phone case
Protects valuables from spray and unexpected splashes.