Fishing in Vietnam can be experienced in two very different ways: stocked ponds or wild waters.
At Angler’s Vietnam, we always recommend wild fishing — it’s more exciting, rewarding, and authentic. But if you only have a short time in the city and want a quick, easy fishing trip, stocked ponds can also be an option.
🐟 What to Expect from Stocked Ponds
Stocked ponds are man-made lakes where fish such as barramundi, tilapia, and grouper are regularly released. They’re convenient and close to Ho Chi Minh City, but the experience is not the same as fishing in the wild.
❌ Cons of Stocked Ponds
- You must bring your own fishing gear.
- Fish are fed regularly and often become lazy and cautious.
- Many fish have already seen every lure — making them harder to fool.
- The fights are less powerful compared to wild fish.
✅ Pros of Stocked Ponds
- You can go alone, no guide required.
- Cheap entry fee (around 100,000 VND).
- Easy to reach by taxi or Grab (depending on the location).
📍 Recommended Stocked Ponds Near Ho Chi Minh City
If you still want to give it a try, here are two of the most popular options:
1. Fishing Pond Cần Giờ
- 📍 Google Maps Link
- Closest stocked pond to the city
- 100,000 VND fishing fee
- Opens weekends only
- Target species: barramundi, tilapia
- Lure fishing only
2. Fishing Pond Thanh Tâm
- 📍 Google Maps Link
- About 40 km from Ho Chi Minh City
- 100,000 VND fishing fee
- Opens daily
- Target species: barramundi, grouper, small GT
- Lure fishing only
- 🚨 Important: transportation must be arranged in advance — taxis and Grab are not available in this area for your return.
🌿 Why Wild Fishing is Better
Stocked ponds can be a quick fix if you’re short on time. But for a truly unforgettable experience, nothing compares to fishing in Vietnam’s wild waters.
In the mangrove forests, salt field lakes, and oyster farm rivers, every strike is real, every fight is harder, and every catch is a memory. Wild fishing also takes you away from the city crowds and into untouched landscapes — the Vietnam most tourists never see.
👉 Book your wild fishing trip with Angler’s Vietnam and experience the difference for yourself.
