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If you're a travel enthusiast looking to reconnect with serene nature, Sau Tan Fruit Orchard in Vinh Long is the perfect destination. Located on An Binh Islet, this charming spot offers all the quintessential beauty of the Mekong Delta: lush fruit gardens, fresh air, rustic rural landscapes, and the unique experience of wandering through abundant orchards filled with a variety of sweet, fragrant fruits.
Explore Sau Tan Fruit Orchard – A Refreshing Green Space
Sau Tan Fruit Orchard is open year-round, with seasonal fruits available throughout. You can visit during the summer months (June to September), when the orchard is at its peak, bursting with mangoes, jackfruits, longans, rambutan, and Vinh Long oranges. You'll enjoy the fun of picking your own fruit right from the trees. Every season, Sau Tan comes alive with vibrant colors and the sweet fragrance of ripe fruits.
With its authentic Mekong Delta atmosphere, you'll be greeted by vibrant hibiscus flowers, cool canals, wild grass, and small, charming flowers lining the paths as you enter the orchard. Deeper inside, you'll discover rustic thatched huts, wooden bridges, and even small waiting to take you along the tranquil boats waterways. This peaceful setting evokes the simple beauty of rural life, making it an ideal spot for young travelers who love independent travel and want to capture moments filled with the spirit of the Mekong Delta.
Exciting Activities at Sau Tan Fruit Orchard
At Sau Tan, visitors can paddle boats along the narrow canals and explore the shady orchards at their own pace. For those who enjoy a bit of adventure, fishing in the canals is a unique activity. You’ll be given a bamboo basket to catch local fish such as tilapia, catfish, or snakehead fish. Afterward, you can ask the kitchen staff to grill your catch or cook it yourself to enjoy right by the water's edge. The lively atmosphere and the nostalgic feeling of childhood make this experience even more fun and memorable.
Traditional Mekong Delta Cuisine
In addition to the outdoor activities, Sau Tan Fruit Orchard offers a range of traditional Mekong Delta dishes, such as fish hotpot, fermented fish hotpot, grilled chicken, and crispy rice with shrimp paste. The small thatched huts by the canal create a cozy dining atmosphere, allowing you to savor delicious food while enjoying the natural surroundings and fresh air.
The entrance fee is very affordable, at around 50,000 VND per person, which includes free access to the orchard, fruit picking, and the opportunity to take photos. For a more immersive experience, visitors can also rent a traditional Ba Ba outfit for 80,000 VND per set, adding a fun touch to your photos and allowing you to fully embrace the rustic charm of the Mekong Delta.
Getting to Sau Tan Fruit Orchard
Sau Tan Fruit Orchard is located near the An Binh ferry station, along the Co Chien River embankment. To get there, simply follow National Road 53 to the ferry terminal, cross the river by ferry, and you'll be in the orchard in no time. The locals are friendly and happy to help, so just ask for directions if needed.
For those looking to buy fresh fruit as souvenirs, Sau Tan offers a wide range of delicious, high-quality fruits at affordable prices, with no middlemen involved.
Sau Tan Fruit Orchard is truly an ideal destination for a personalized, self-guided trip, offering a close-up, rustic experience of the vibrant nature of the Mekong Delta.