My Tho Boat Tour & hand rowing sampan

136 reviews on “My Tho Boat Tour & hand rowing sampan”

1.  ★★★★★

   Unforgettable glimpse into the Mekong life

   En tan solo unas horas, pudimos ver cómo vive la gente en esta región tan especial. Danh nos explicó todo con claridad y mucho cariño. Me fascinó el taller de coco: aprendimos cómo hacen dulces, aceite, hasta licor. El paseo en carreta fue divertido, y el show de música tradicional me pareció muy emotivo. Pero lo mejor, para mí, fue el paseo en sampán — esa tranquilidad del canal, con los árboles inclinados sobre el agua... inolvidable. El almuerzo también fue delicioso. ¡Gracias, Danh!

2.  ★★★★★

   So peaceful, so beautiful

   Everything about this short tour felt unhurried and natural. Hannah is an excellent guide — calm, cheerful, and very knowledgeable. The coconut workshop was interesting (and tasty!), but what really stood out was the quiet sampan cruise. The canal was shaded, green, and totally peaceful — it felt like time slowed down. I also enjoyed the honey tea and fruit during the music break. The elephant ear fish at lunch was new to me and very crispy! A relaxing way to experience local life in a short time.

3.  ★★★★★

   Un petit bijou de balade

   En quelques heures seulement, ce tour nous a offert une belle diversité de paysages, de saveurs et de culture locale. Thomas a su nous raconter l’histoire de la région avec passion et humour. J’ai adoré voir la fabrication artisanale des bonbons à la noix de coco, et le petit tour en charrette dans le village m’a fait sourire. Le moment sur la petite barque, avec les cocotiers qui se penchent au-dessus de l’eau, c’était tout simplement magique. Une pause déjeuner savoureuse pour finir, et retour à l’hôtel ravis !

4.  ★★★★★

   Ideal for families with kids

   We were traveling with our two kids (ages 6 and 9), and this tour was a hit with both of them. Minh was kind, patient, and had such a fun energy — he even showed our daughter how to open a coconut properly! The candy-making part was a big highlight, and the horse cart ride had them giggling non-stop. The hand-rowed sampan ride was peaceful, and our son said it was like being in a jungle movie. Lunch was delicious, and everything felt safe and kid-friendly. Highly recommend for families.

5.  ★★★★★

   Perfect mid-day Mekong moment

   Ce petit tour était parfait pour une immersion rapide et agréable dans le Delta du Mékong. Chris était un guide super sympathique, avec un français surprenant d’ailleurs ! Le moment que j’ai préféré, c’était la balade en barque à rames dans le petit canal — on se sentait loin de tout. J’ai aussi beaucoup apprécié la dégustation de fruits et de thé au miel pendant le spectacle de musique traditionnelle. Déjeuner très bon, surtout le poisson oreilles d’éléphant, une découverte ! Expérience courte mais riche.

6.  ★★★★★

   Fascinating half-day journey

   Hannah was such a warm and engaging guide. From the moment she greeted us at the hotel, we felt welcomed. She made sure everyone in our small group got to try the coconut candy and even helped translate with locals. The canal ride was slow and serene, perfect for taking in the sounds of nature. I loved seeing the blend of tradition and daily life in the villages. Plus, the lunch was surprisingly satisfying for such a short tour. Great value, great guide, and a great way to see the Mekong without rushing.

7.  ★★★★★

   Relaxing afternoon in the delta

   If you only have a few hours in My Tho, do this tour. David made everything feel smooth and relaxed — he even brought wet wipes for us after the sampan ride (lifesaver!). I loved how local and calm everything felt. No crowds, just quiet countryside and smiling people. The traditional music performance was lovely, and I appreciated the effort to keep things authentic. The lunch was generous and tasty — especially the crispy elephant ear fish. I took so many photos on the canal; it’s like stepping into a postcard.

8.  ★★★★★

   Traditions, trees, and tasty food

   Lâm fue un guía excelente — muy informado, simpático y con una paciencia infinita para nuestras preguntas. Me encantó ver el proceso de los dulces de coco y probarlos aún calientes. El paseo en carro tirado por caballos fue encantador, me sentí como en otra época. La música tradicional fue una sorpresa linda, y el paseo en bote pequeño por el canal fue uno de esos momentos que no se olvidan. Para terminar, el almuerzo con pescado fue delicioso. Todo fue muy bien coordinado y auténtico. ¡Gracias, Lâm!

9.  ★★★★★

   Short, sweet, and memorable

   This tour was exactly what I needed after a few hectic travel days. Danh was a calming, friendly presence throughout. He shared lots of interesting facts about the Mekong region without overwhelming us. I loved seeing the coconut workshop — I didn’t realize coconuts could be turned into so many different things. The horse cart felt a bit touristy at first, but then riding through quiet village lanes changed my mind. The sampan ride was the best part — peaceful, green, and so close to nature. Our lunch was excellent too. Everything was well-paced and enjoyable.

10.  ★★★★★

    Chill, scenic, and delicious

    Chris really made this tour enjoyable. He kept everything running smoothly and had great stories to share about life along the Mekong. I loved cruising past the floating houses and hearing about how people raise fish under their homes. The coconut candy stop was interactive and tasty — we even got to hold the molds! The cart ride was relaxing and a nice way to explore the village without rushing. Sampan ride = magical. And the lunch? That elephant ear fish was crispy perfection. Would definitely do this again with friends.