Son Islet Can Tho Tour with Tropical Fruit Garden, Duck Massage & Flying Fish
  • ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 149 reviews
  • Can Tho, Binh Thuy, Con Son
  • By Vemekong
8:30 AM - 12:30 Noon 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM Boat, Walking, Car/Taxi Up to 10pax Con Son Islet, Can Tho English speaking tour guide Veggie-friendly

Escape the city and discover Son Islet in Can Tho. Watch the famous flying fish performance, explore seasonal fruit gardens, and enjoy fresh tropical fruits at the orchard. Meet friendly local gardeners , experience duck massage, and discover authentic Mekong life on a peaceful river islet.

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Highlights
Watch the famous flying fish performance Explore lush seasonal fruit gardens Enjoy fresh tropical fruits at the orchard Experience the unique duck massage Discover authentic life on a Mekong River islet
Itinerary
  • Itinerary
    Pickup: At 8:30 AM (or 2 PM), our English-speaking tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Can Tho by car and transfer you to the pier for your Son Islet community-based tourism experience.
    Upon arrival, take a short local boat ride of about 5 minutes across the Mekong River to Son Islet. This peaceful island is known for its lush orchards, friendly locals, and authentic Mekong lifestyle, offering a refreshing escape from the city.
    Visit a seasonal fruit garden where you can stroll among tropical fruit trees and learn about local farming practices from the gardeners. Depending on the season, you may see longan, rambutan, pomelo, star apple, coconut, or other fruits grown on the island. Enjoy fresh tropical fruits right at the orchard while experiencing daily life in the garden.
    Continue to another local house for the Flying Snakehead Fish show. On Son Islet, local farmers have trained snakehead fish to jump high out of the water simultaneously to catch food, creating a unique and entertaining spectacle that requires patience and years of practice.
    Continue to a local family's garden to experience the famous duck massage, one of Son Islet's most unusual attractions. Meet local residents, learn about their daily activities, and gain insight into life on a green Mekong River island.
    Take the boat trip from Son Islet back to the mainland.
    End your fun and educational Son Islet experience. You will be transferred back to your hotel or meeting point by car/taxi around 12:30 Noon (or 6:00 PM, depending on your selected tour option)
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149 reviews on “Son Islet Can Tho Tour with Tropical Fruit Garden, Duck Massage & Flying Fish

  1. Mélanie Fournier. from France said:
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    Immersed in the River’s Heart

    David was such a considerate guide—he explained everything so well and was patient with all our questions. The floating fish farms were fascinating, but the snakehead show was my highlight—c’est incroyable! The peaceful walk through the fruit garden reminded me of my grandparents’ farm. I loved that this wasn’t a touristy show, but an authentic peek into daily life. Merci beaucoup!David was such a considerate guide—he explained everything so well and was patient with all our questions. The floating fish farms were fascinating, but the snakehead show was my highlight—c’est incroyable! The peaceful walk through the fruit garden reminded me of my grandparents’ farm. I loved that this wasn’t a touristy show, but an authentic peek into daily life. Merci beaucoup!

  2. Alexander Lebedev. from Russia said:
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    A Floating World Full of Surprises

    I never imagined fish could fly—until today. Chris led us with calm professionalism and humor, weaving in stories about river life that brought everything to life. The floating homes were humbling to see, and I truly appreciated how respectful the tour was to the locals. The tropical fruit picking was fun (and tasty), and the boat rides made me feel like I was drifting through a dream. A perfect afternoon.

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