If you’re planning a fishing trip to Vietnam, chances are you’ll start in Ho Chi Minh City — and that’s a great decision.
This lively southern hub isn’t just Vietnam’s cultural and culinary capital — it’s also the perfect base for anglers looking to experience authentic wild fishing.
From tidal mangrove creeks to salt field lakes and oyster farm rivers, Ho Chi Minh City offers quick access to Vietnam’s most exciting wild fishing tours, all within a few hours of the city.
🌏 Why Ho Chi Minh City Is Vietnam’s Fishing Hub
🗺️ 1. Perfect Location for Diverse Waters
Ho Chi Minh City sits right where the Mekong Delta meets the South China Sea, surrounded by a network of mangrove forests, brackish rivers, and salty lakes.
That unique geography means anglers can experience a wide range of fishing environments without long travel times.
- Mangrove Forests: home to barramundi, sea bream, and barracuda.
- Oyster Farm Rivers: strong, salty waters with grouper, mangrove jack, and barramundi.
- Salt Field Lakes: wild, shallow lakes where barramundi and ladyfish strike hard.
No other region in Vietnam offers this mix of fish species and habitats so close to the city.
🚐 2. Easy Access and Transportation
You can land at Tan Son Nhat International Airport, spend the night in the city, and be casting lures into wild waters the next morning.
At Angler’s Vietnam, every tour includes private hotel pickup and drop-off, so you don’t have to worry about logistics — just show up ready to fish.
🧭 3. Wild Fishing, Not Stocked Ponds
While there are stocked ponds across Vietnam, our tours focus entirely on wild fishing — no feeding, no farming, just nature.
Each of our destinations is carefully selected for its scenery, biodiversity, and challenge level:
- 🐟 Mangrove Forest Tour: our most iconic trip, targeting barramundi in a maze of tidal creeks — great for all levels.
- 🦪 Oyster Farm Rivers Tour: for experienced anglers chasing grouper, mangrove jack, and big barramundi.
- 🌾 Salt Field Lakes Tour: calm and scenic open waters, with active barramundi and ladyfish.
👉 Learn more on our Fishing Tours Page.
🌦️ 4. Year-Round Fishing Seasons
Southern Vietnam’s tropical weather allows for year-round fishing, and each season brings its own opportunities:
- Dry Season (December – May): all our tours offer excellent conditions. Water clarity and tides are stable — perfect for mangroves, salt lakes, and oyster farms alike.
- Rainy Season (June – November): when the rains arrive, the Mangrove Forest and Oyster Farm Rivers shine. The fish become more active in the cooler water, and the bite is often stronger.
No matter the month, there’s always a great place to fish near Ho Chi Minh City.
🧳 5. The Ideal Start for a Fishing Holiday in Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City is not only the gateway to the south but also the best starting point for a full fishing adventure in Vietnam.
After your wild fishing tour, you can easily travel to:
- The Mekong Delta for freshwater river species
- Phu Quoc or Nha Trang for offshore saltwater fishing
- Central or Northern Vietnam for mountain lakes and cool rivers
Starting in Ho Chi Minh City lets you experience it all — from tropical rivers to coastal seas.
🐠 Why Choose Angler’s Vietnam
When you fish with Angler’s Vietnam, you get:
- 🎣 All rods, reels, and lures provided
- 🚤 Private guided tours — one group per day only
- 🚐 Hotel pickup and drop-off included
- 🌿 Authentic wild locations — no stocked lakes, no crowds
Our goal is to share the real fishing side of Vietnam — raw, natural, and unforgettable.
👉 Book your fishing tour today and discover why Ho Chi Minh City is the best starting point for wild fishing in Vietnam.
