Kayaking Phu Quoc: Northern Discovery with Fishing Villages

Eight hours on the water: mangroves, fishing villages, and a national forest in one morning and afternoon

This eight-hour kayaking tour in northern Phu Quoc starts with hotel pickup in Duong Dong and takes you by car to Sông Cửa Cạn, where you paddle through mangrove waterways and tropical forest. The itinerary includes a bee farm visit, lunch, exploration of Phú Quốc National Forest, time at Rach Vem fishing village with its wooden bridges and starfish, and a stop at Ham Rong Cape before returning by car with a detour to a local silk factory. An English-speaking guide leads the full day; kayak, lunch and transport are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Northern Phu Quoc and Kayak

• Pick up from hotel lobby
• Visit bee farm and learn beekeeping
• Kayak on Sông Cửa Cạn river
• Hike in Phú Quốc National Forest
• Explore Rach Vem Fishing Village
• Relax at Ham Rong Cape
• Visit local silk factory

The Experience

The day starts with pickup at your hotel in Duong Dong and a drive to the bee farm, where you'll see traditional beekeeping operations and learn how honey, pollen and royal jelly are produced. From there you head to Sông Cửa Cạn, the river that cuts through the island's quietest corner. This is where the kayak goes in—you paddle through mangrove channels and past tropical forest, watching for local wildlife along the banks and stopping at fishing villages to see how people live on the water.

After lunch, the tour moves inland to Phú Quốc National Forest, where trails wind through the island's protected wilderness and rare species live undisturbed. Then it's back to the coast at Rach Vem fishing village, where you walk wooden bridges over lagoons and can spot the colorful starfish the village is known for in the shallows. Ham Rong Cape, just next door, is the final beach stop—a place to sit and take in the coastal view before the drive back to town.

The return journey includes a stop at a local silk factory where you can watch traditional silk production and buy products if you want to. If you'd prefer to end at Grand World instead of your hotel, let the guide know in advance; getting back from there is on your own. The whole day runs eight hours with an English-speaking guide, an air-conditioned vehicle for the driving sections, and all the kayaking gear you need.

What’s included

• Kayak and paddling gear.
• lunch.
• air-conditioned vehicle for all driving sections.
• English-speaking guide.
• hotel pickup and return transport in Duong Dong.

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Asia Green Travel

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to paddle and explore on your own rather than watch from a boat, and if a full day mixing water time with forest and village stops suits your pace better than a single-focus activity. Small groups keep the experience intimate without the logistics of organizing transport and stops yourself.

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Top questions

What's the kayaking like on Sông Cửa Cạn?

Sông Cửa Cạn is a serene river lined with mangroves and tropical forest, designed for paddling through calm water rather than rapids or rough conditions. The river meanders through lush landscapes where you can observe local wildlife and see the peaceful rural life of nearby fishing villages along the banks.

Can I visit Phú Quốc National Forest on this tour?

Yes, Phú Quốc National Forest is included as a stop after lunch. The forest has trails and pathways for hiking, and it's home to rare and endangered species of plants and animals in a protected wilderness area.

What happens at Rach Vem fishing village?

At Rach Vem fishing village you walk on wooden bridges over lagoons, see colorful starfish in the shallow water, and experience the traditional fishing life of the village with its small houses and wooden boats along the coast. You can eat fresh seafood at local restaurants if you choose.

Is lunch included, and can you accommodate dietary needs?

Lunch is included in the tour price. If you're vegetarian, let the operator know in advance so they can prepare a meal to suit your requirements.

What's the age requirement for children on this kayaking tour?

Children are welcome from age 4 and up. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, though it's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health.

Does the tour stop anywhere else on the way back?

Yes, on the return drive to Duong Dong there's a stop at a local silk factory where you can learn about traditional silk production and browse products. You can also ask the guide to drop you at Grand World instead of your hotel if you prefer, though the cost of returning from there is your own expense.