Saigon Sunrise Saturday ‘3R’: Run, Row, Refresh

Highlights

Right then, pull up a stool, grab a strong Vietnamese coffee – you'll need it for what I'm about to lay on you. Let me tell you about a Saturday morning in Saigon, not your usual scooter-dodging chaos, mind you. We’re talking pre-dawn whispers near the old Opera House, a rendezvous with the rising sun over the Ba Son bridge – a steel leviathan waking from its slumber. Destination? The watery wilds beyond the urban sprawl, a Thu Duc oasis where paddles await and the river whispers secrets to those willing to listen. Trust me, the city looks different from a paddleboard... that's where the story truly begins, doesn't it?

Itinerary

06:00 . Gathering - Tour with guide
Pick-up at Saigontourist Travel office 102 Nguyen Hue St. Dist. 1 (Sai Gon Ward)
06:10 . JOG time - Tour with guide
Drop off at the Ba Son bridge head then start a short jogging while enjoying the sunrise and the stunning scenery of the Saigon River.
06:30 . Breakfast - Tour with guide
Car pick-up and drive to the Water Sports base camp of Thu Duc. Enjoy breakfast with the banh mi
07:00 . SUP Time - Tour with guide
Our instructor will provide a waterproof bag, SUP (Stand-Up Paddle) boards, and paddles. Brief instructions on safety and paddle techniques before starting.
07:30 . Paddling time - Tour with guide
Start paddling from the dock to the break point (2 km)
08:30 . Breaking Time - Tour with guide
Guests will take a short break while tasting some sweet snack.
08:45 . SUP Time - Tour with guide
Paddle back to the dock (2 km).
10:00 . Breaking time - Tour with guide
Relax and enjoy the beautiful and enjoy refreshment (1 coffee or juice) at the Sup basement. You may have a light snack here (options), take a rest.
10:30 . Return - Tour with guide
Get on the car to return to the starting point.
11:30 . Drop-off - Tour with guide
Back to Saigontourist Travel office -102 Nguyen Hue St., Dist. 1

What to Expect

Sunrise Jog: Start your day with a nice jog at Ba Son Bridge. See the beautiful sunrise and the calm Saigon River.

SUP Fun: Go on a 4 km paddleboard trip. We'll teach you what to do and keep you safe. There's a snack in the middle.

Chill Time: After paddling, take it easy at the SUP place. Relax and enjoy the peace.

Term & conditions

Tour inclusive:

Air-con transportation

English /Vietnamese speaking guide

SUP rental fee (1 or 2 persons/board) with all sup equipment

Breakfast with banh mi

Soft drink (1 unit/person)

SUP instructor for beginners and escort all along the water way

Travel insurance in the whole SUP usage.

Tour exclusive:

All meals and beverage unspecified

Personal expenses, optional visit and other services unspecified

Tour price for children:

This tour is not suitable for children under 10 years old due to the safety policy
Children from 10 years old sharing SUP service with 01 adults: 70% of adult’s price
Children from 10 years old using SUP service with NO adults: 100% of adult’s price

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation charge will be applied if cancellation notice made:

After booking confirmation: 30% of the tour fare
Within 3-8 days before departure time: 80% of the tour fare
Last-minute (24-48 hours) or no-show: 100% of the tour fare