Nature Reserve and Largest, Authentic Floating Market Experiences
Overview
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Embark on a sampan and witness the vibrant trading activities of Cairang Floating Market, the largest floating market in Vietnam. Goods exchanged include fresh fruits and vegetables, such as pineapples and mangos. Experience a unique breakfast, ordering from floating restaurants and cafes -a perfect combination to start your day.
We will then cruise into the jungle through small, yet complex canal systems. This landscape provides a glimpse into typical river life along the Mekong Delta. Our boat will also be stopped at a four-decade old noodle village and we will participate in the making of rice noodles the traditional way.
Then, we will get on the car and drive for an hour. We cruise into the meandering canals of Lung Ngoc Hoang Nature Reserve, which is surrounded by water hyacinth and water lettuce covering the surface. This allows you to fully immerse yourself in the forest's enchanting atmosphere while observing the varied flora and fauna that thrive within its bounds.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Infant meals not included
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
What To Expect
Cai Rang
Embark on a sampan and witness the vibrant trading activities of Cairang Floating Market, the largest floating market in Vietnam. Goods exchanged include fresh fruits and vegetables, such as pineapples and mangos. Experience a unique breakfast, ordering from floating restaurants and cafes which offer delicious noodle soup and strong Vietnamese coffee—a perfect combination to start your day.
Can Tho
We will then move into the jungle through small, yet complex canal systems, which provide a serene home to diverse flora and fauna. Allow yourself time to relax and meditate on this tranquil part of the trip. This landscape provides a glimpse into typical river life along the Mekong Delta. We will also explore a four-decade old noodle village and participate in the making of rice noodles the traditional way. We will continue our journey with a stroll through villages in the local community. You will be welcomed with warmth and generosity, trying fruit, such as jackfruit, dragon fruit and star apple in villagers’ gardens.
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Nature Reserve and Largest, Authentic Floating Market Experiences
What‘s Included
Coffee, coconut, orange
English Speaking Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Noodle Soup, Mango, Pineapple
Sweet and Sour Hotpot
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
127 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
THIS is the PICS you see of Vietnam! Learned/experienced tons! Mai shared lots of PICS after too!
carol p,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the BEST tour we took in south east Asia (we’ve been here a month!) all because of Mai! She was so energetic and knowledgeable and great with English. She added so many details and extras to the tour! We got ten times what we expected. We were very well fed too!
Hands down the best tour! Mai was absolutely incredible! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
372shainer,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the River Market and Reserve tour today, and it was the highlight of our trip. Our guide, Mai, was absolutely incredible from start to finish. She was so cheery, energetic, and made the entire experience deeply engaging for everyone. Mai taught us so much about the Mekong Delta, sharing fascinating insights with so much passion. If you are booking a tour, look for Mai, she is truly the best!
A must in the Mekong Delta.
rikkethielsen,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very exciting and educational tour, where you get a good insight into how the local merchants live. Also a nice experience-rich trip to the nature area through exciting and beautiful canals that end with a lovely lunch. Our local guide Ruby was absolutely fantastic in telling you about both the area, the local culture and fauna.
Wonderful day
551carlinel,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful day with our guide Mai, which was perfect. Family of 2 adults and 2 children, the excursion was adapted, interesting and rewarding. It was great. I highly recommend it.
Great tour of floading Market, noodle et cacao factories
208maudc,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ruby is an amazing guide. Thanks to her we had a beautiful morning discovering the Mekong life. She speaks English perfectly and her enthousiasum made it so much more enjoyable. Thank you again Ruby!
Have a nice day on the water, with nature and industry
bartvbmn,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Have a nice day trip with guide Ruby, a young lady with some fine stories about culture, the floating market, local customs and nature. No intrusive conditions, but a quiet day on and around the Mekong. Price on the high side.
Exploring the delta
Sherpa44714712074,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We booked this tour to get a glimps of the life in the Mekong Delta and also to see some nature. The way to the flaoting market gives you a change to experince this. As when you roam the surounding canals. The nature reserve, was a little bit of peace in Vietnam. From the lookout point you could see al the birds in the canopy's. And the patty's. We had al lovely tour guide, who made us feel right at home.
Ruby took great care of us!
bwphippen,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00On our first day, we were taken by taxi to a waterway where we boarded a boat that took us to see a floating fish farm. There were many species of fish, and we were able to feed many of them - very exciting! We also sat with our legs in the water and enjoyed a gentle fish massage. We walked around a beautiful farm with many types of fruit trees, and were able to sample some of them. We finished with a tasty fish hotpot! The next day, we visited a busy open market and saw many types of fruit, vegetables, and seafood. We then got on a boat and went out on the water, and stopped at a number of boats that were part of the floating market. We had some wonderful coffee and fruit juices, and were served an excellent fish noodle soup for breakfast. Afterwards, we went to a nature reserve and went for another tour of the waterways in a small boat. We were able to view rice fields and Ruby answered all of our questions. Finally, we finished with a delicious lunch. All transfers were included, and we felt very well cared for. Ruby also took lots of pictures of our group and forwarded them to us at the end.
Great varied tour
846isabellk,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We felt very comfortable from the beginning. Our tour guide Mai was very warm, friendly but also very knowledgeable and answered all our questions, both about Vietnamese culture and beautiful nature. The tour has been recommended to us by acquaintances and we can only warmly recommend it.
Beautiful and interesting tour - highlight of our Vietnam journey
198annabelm,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a really great tour to explore the Mekong Delta with Ruby, our guide who gave us exciting insights into the culture of Vietnam. The tour over the Floating Market Cang Rai was really great with some stops to try something delicious to drink and food as well as interesting information about the history and overtime change of the market and people living on the river. We will totally remember it as one of the highlights of our Vietnam journey because it was so special. Besides all the exciting things we saw like the production of rice noodles or the birds in the nature parc, we always had great conversations with Ruby which we could ask all our questions about Vietnamese culture and the background of the region to learn more about our current destination. It was much fun and we can totally recommend the tour! See you hopefully in Germany, Ruby! :)
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