Phu Quoc kayaking tour: Cua Can River and fishing village

Paddle through mangroves, then walk a working fishing village

This full-day kayaking and sightseeing tour in Phu Quoc takes you from your hotel through the Cua Can River's mangrove channels, a bee farm, Rach Vem fishing village and the northern coastline, with an English-speaking guide, lunch and air-conditioned transport included. The kayaking happens in the river's quiet stretches where you can spot wildlife and local fishing life. The rest of the day moves by car between stops. Children under a certain age sit on an adult's lap, and the pace suits all fitness levels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Phu Quoc nature and villages

• Hotel pickup in Duong Dong town
• Visit Phu Quoc bee farm
• Kayak on Cua Can river
• Hike in Phu Quoc National Forest
• Explore Rach Vem Fishing Village
• Relax at Mui Ganh Dau beach
• Return to hotel

The experience

What does a morning in a fishing village actually look like? This tour answers it by putting you in Rach Vem, where wooden bridges cross shallow water, colorful boats sit at anchor, and starfish are visible beneath the surface. You'll walk through it at your own pace after kayaking, so you see the place as it works rather than as a photo stop. The Cua Can River itself, the centerpiece, winds through mangroves and tropical forest, and that's where the kayak sits in the itinerary: a quiet paddle through channels where the light filters through the canopy and you can actually hear the water.

The day starts with hotel pickup in Duong Dong town, then moves through a bee farm where you can watch honey production and taste the products, before the river. After kayaking, you'll visit Mũi Gành Dầu at the northwestern tip of the island: a stretch of beach and fishing village where the water is clear and you can see across to Cambodia's coastline. Lunch is local and included. The guide speaks English and travels with you the whole way. The car is air-conditioned, which matters in the heat of a full day outdoors.

Eight hours is long enough to move without rushing, but not so long that the stops blur together. You're not climbing or hiking. The bee farm and villages are walkable, the kayaking is on calm water, and the beaches are for standing and looking. If you have a special request, the operator asks you to mention it before the departure date so they can arrange it.

What’s included

• The kayak and paddle, an English-speaking guide for the full day, local lunch, air-conditioned vehicle transport between stops, and one bottle of mineral water are all included.
• hotel pickup in Duong Dong town and return transport at the end of the day are arranged.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (10 to 70 years) · Child (4 to 9 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Vietnamese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Asia Package Travel

Is this one for you?Pick the morning departure to kayak and explore the village while temperatures stay cooler, or choose afternoon if you prefer a later start.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Vietnamese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 9 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What is the Cua Can River like for kayaking?

Cua Can River winds through lush mangroves and tropical forest in a peaceful setting ideal for kayaking. The water is calm, wildlife is visible, and you paddle past the quiet life of local fishing villages without fighting current or crowds.

Do I need kayaking experience for this tour?

No. The tour suits all physical fitness levels, and the river's calm channels are designed for paddlers of any skill. The guide is with you throughout and can adjust the pace to your comfort.

What is included in the price?

The kayak, English-speaking guide, local lunch, air-conditioned vehicle transport, and one bottle of mineral water are all included. Hotel pickup in Duong Dong town is also part of the tour.

How long is the full day, and what time does it start?

The tour runs eight hours total. Hotel pickup happens in the morning from your hotel in Duong Dong town, and the car returns you at the end of the day.

What is Rach Vem fishing village like?

Rach Vem is an authentic northern Phu Quoc fishing village with rustic coastal houses, colorful boats, and wooden bridges crossing shallow water. You can walk through it, see starfish in the clear water, and watch the daily work of local fishers.

Are there any restrictions I should know about before booking?

Infants must sit on an adult's lap. The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.