Mekong Zig Zag Full day: Scooter, Sailboat, Food (HCM-BenTre)
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40 Ratings
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Embark on a Mekong Delta adventure unlike any other. Scoot, sail, and savor authentic cuisine while exploring untouristic hidden locales. Join us now!

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater) - - Pick up guests at ~ 7:00-8:00am
  • Enjoy a leisurely 2.5-hour drive, taking in the scenic landscapes along the way.
  • Make a refreshing 30-minute stop at Mekong Restop for restroom breaks and rejuvenation.

3 reasons to start early:

  • Beat the traffic jam

  • Avoid the afternoon rain

  • Be back to Sai Gon before the dinner

  • Ben Tre - Countryside Thrills - Motorbike Ride with a Local Guide

  • Upon arriving in Ben Tre city, meet our caring and sincere local guide who will accompany you throughout the day.

  • Hop on a motorbike with an experienced driver, ready to explore the countryside.

  • Embark on a motorbike adventure through the lush green countryside of the Mekong Delta. Feel the wind in your hair and the sun on your skin as you zigzag through sleepy villages, passing by coconut palms and canals.

  • Ben Tre - - Depart from a riverside village and cruise along a winding tributary.

  • Encounter lush greenery, coconut palms, and tropical fruit trees.

  • Feel the river’s gentle rhythm as the tide fluctuates.

  • Pass by humble settlements, observing local life, farming, and playful children.

  • Ba Danh Homestay - Coconut Candy, Yummy Lunch, and Hammock rest

  • Enjoy homemade organic coconut candy for unique regional flavors.

  • Indulge in a diverse lunch showcasing Mekong Delta cuisine.

  • Sip specialty coffee or refreshing coconut juice with Kumquat.

  • Unwind on a comfortable hammock amidst serene surroundings.

  • Ben Tre - - Explore Ben Tre city’s vibrant markets by scooter or tuk-tuk.

  • Immerse in local culture at lively street food stalls.

  • Uncover hidden city secrets through charming backstreets.

  • Enjoy spontaneous food and drink experiences along the way.

  • Ben Thanh Market - We can drop you off at either Ben Thanh market, Bui Vien street, or Saigon Opera house, in district 1

What's Included
  • Pick up and Drop off by bus
  • Motorbikes/ Tuktuk with experienced drivers and safety helmets
  • English speaking local guide
  • Sail boat cruise on Mekong River
  • Lunch
  • Tea and coffee
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Tips and gratuities
Additional Information

Nontouristic, Authentic food, diverse adventures.

Diverse adventures: This tour is packed with exciting activities, from traveling by motorbike/ tuktuk, unique sailboat, rowing boat/ cano/ kayak (+extra fee).

Exploring market, countryside, villages, on the big river, and on a quiet canal. You’ll get to experience the Mekong in all its beauty and diversity.

Authentic food: You’ll savor delicious, authentic Mekong cuisine on this tour. The food is made with fresh, local ingredients, including fish, meat, vegetables, and flowers. It is cooked by a local family, who will share their knowledge of Mekong cuisine with you.

Nontouristic, local, intimate: This tour takes you off the beaten path and into the real Mekong Delta, in Ben Tre. You’ll experience the region like a local, away from the crowds of tourists. Travel with our local guides feel like hanging out with a friend.

Location
Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
Công Trường Lam Sơn
Please be ready at the main gate of Ho Chi Minh Opera House, which is located on Dong Khoi Street. When facing the Opera House, you will find the Intercontinental hotel on your left and the Caravelle hotel on the right side. WE COULD PICK YOU UP FROM YOUR HOTEL IF IT'S SITUATED IN HCM CITY CENTER.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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18jakobm
Jun 22, 2024
Perfect - Excellent tour with super nice and well-organized tour guides, and outstanding food! We had a very nice day and enjoyed every minute.
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Preetifabs
Jun 18, 2024
Amazing experience - We had visited Vietnam last year to Hanoi and had got reference of this company from them. Since the time we have been in touch with them, they have been absolutely professional, kind and helpful. They have taken care of every small detail including catering for halal food for one of our friend who was accompanying us. The tour itself was amazing, experienced the market the local food and customs and finally the boat cruise.. I highly recommend you to try this. In fact we thought not much to do in Jo chi Minh.. but this tour is a must do.. if you can drive a scooter it is even more fun.. which we did.. only one thing that traffic is too much on the way back so be prepared for probably 30 mins to an hour extra when return to the city. this though not in control of the company. The owner Mr dzung is amazing along with the driver Mr dong. Our tour guide Ben and An Nguyen. We also did the chu chi tour with them and this was also amazing..
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Rickyini3028
Jun 5, 2024
Perfect, super local Mekong experience - The Mekong ZigZag Tour was perfect, especially thanks to our guide, An, who created an exceptional experience. An was incredibly attentive to our needs and ensured that everything went smoothly throughout the tour. I was initially concerned about encountering too many tourists in the Mekong Delta, but this tour provided a truly local experience with not a single tourist in sight. We were immersed in the authentic rural life of the area, with many special events arranged throughout the day. The meals were satisfying, and both An and the driver provided a safe and comfortable journey. Given that it was a full-day tour, appropriate rest breaks were also ensured. This was an excellent opportunity to experience local life. I highly recommend it and would love to travel with An again.
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Eleonora_739
May 18, 2024
EXCEPTIONAL tour - We found this tour almost by chance, I must say that we couldn't have had a better time!! Exceptional tour, our guides An and Dominik accompanied us with enthusiasm showing us a truly real and authentic part of Vietnam: we tried to weave a mat, picked and opened a coconut, made our own brown sugar juice, visited the places where coconut is processed, all on a scooter crossing places that don't seem real, they are so beautiful. To end the day, a splendid boat trip on the Mekong Delta immersed in nature and silence, far from the hustle and bustle of the city and tourist destinations. Probably the best tour ever done, very good!!
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Alessandro
May 17, 2024
Amazing time - Wow what a great adventure! After a long car ride we arrived on the Delta and was greeted by An, who was ready with coconuts to drink. After that we rode scooters to a local house while enjoying the beautiful scenery. We then visited a homestay where we had a delicious lunch and had a nap in hammocks. The day ended with a long sailboat ride on the Delta while enjoying water coconuts. Not touristy at all, was nice and relaxing.
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W173qjjessicab
May 14, 2024
Incredible, authentic experience - I had the pleasure of doing a tour with An one very hot April day! The pick up was seamless and comfortable (despite being stuck in a bit of traffic due to it being the start of a national Vietnamese holiday period). But the highlight was An’s local knowledge and the fact that we went off the beaten path to see the real Mekong, exploring the beautiful Ben Tre province. Instead of feeling like a tourist with a guide, it was like I was being shown local life by a dear friend. Zipping around the different towns and islands by scooter was also such a cool experience and the boat ride was amazing and tranquil without any crowds! I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to experience the real Vietnam and not just be a number in one of the standard tours. Thank you An - I hope to see you again soon!
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Dewild_nz_tga
May 13, 2024
Authentic, Genuine, Pure 💯💯💯 - THIS is a completely authentic, genuine, friendly & personal experience, where you interact with real people living everyday lives on the Mekong Delta. You meet many local families, enjoying their hospitality, some of the most amazing food, all while learning about their businesses and livelihoods. Our guide An and 'Uncle' scootered us all over the region, including ferry transfers to local islands. An spoke really good English and was an absolute delight. The tour organiser Zen has created a gem with this day tour, highly recommend to anyone who wishes to skip 'commercial tourist experience' for something very authentic and pure. 🏆⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Elsiek
May 8, 2024
Good introduction to Ben Tre - Really good day. An excellent opportunity to experience local life in Ben Tre/Mekong Delta. The owner - Zen - was our guide for the day, and his enthusiasm for his home and his tour was amazing. Got to see the area and enjoy tastes of the local cuisine. The sweeties were delicious. Highlight was the sailboat on the back waters of the Delta. Calming, quiet atmosphere ... a moment to remember Note: Realistically the 12 hour day was made up of 6 hours of travel to and from Saigon
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Q4394nvtobiask
Apr 29, 2024
Unique and local tour - We did the Mekong tour today and it was fantastic! The tour was very small (3 persons) and very unique. We met a lot of locals and the tour guide was very friendly and spoke perfect english. The boat-tour on the Mekong river was the highlight.
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Mnx4677yb
Apr 16, 2024
An unforgettable cultural immersion in the Mekong Delta - Our day trip to Ben Tré, Vietnam, with Mekong Zigzag Tours was an unforgettable experience. It was a perfect blend of cultural immersion, hands-on activities, and learning about the local way of life. One of the highlights of our trip was riding scooters through the countryside and the local market. It was a great way to see the scenery and interact with the locals. We also enjoyed a leisurely boat ride on the Mekong River. I was also fascinated to learn about the coconut industry in Vietnam. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an authentic and immersive experience of Vietnamese culture. Mekong Zigzag Tours went above and beyond to make sure we had a memorable day. They were flexible and accommodating, and they always had our safety and enjoyment in mind.
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