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Embark on a journey to the Mekong Delta in April, where you can unwind amidst the tranquil scenery of the land of alluvium and explore orchards laden with ripe fruits. Additionally, the weather in April is perfect for visiting the Southern islands with their pristine beaches. Join Mytour to discover the beauty of the rivers and waterscapes in April through the following article.
1. Weather in the Mekong Delta in April
The weather in the Mekong Delta, much like Saigon, has two seasons: the rainy season (from May to November) and the dry season (from December to April of the following year). April falls within the dry season, characterized by plenty of sunshine and minimal rainfall. Therefore, if you plan to travel to the Mekong Delta in April, you need not worry about rain interrupting your trip. Moreover, the sunny weather is perfect for exploring the waterways of the region by boat.
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2. What to Discover in the Mekong Delta in April?
1. Explore Floating Markets - Mekong Delta's Specialties
If you're wondering what Mekong Delta has to offer in April? Where to go in the Mekong Delta in April? then visit bustling floating markets, where you'll find the specialties of the water region. Every morning, local boats are loaded with goods heading to the floating markets to start trading.
Not only the familiar goods like fruits, shrimp, fish, ... but also locals here sell breakfast with specialties of the Mekong Delta such as: hu tieu, banh canh, bun ca,... Sitting on a boat amidst the river and enjoying a bowl of flavorful Mekong Delta-style hu tieu will be an interesting and unique experience that can't be found anywhere else.
The weather in the Mekong Delta in April is dry, with no rain, making it the ideal time to explore the floating markets of the Mekong Delta. During the rainy season, especially heavy rains, market gatherings are disrupted, less lively than before, and boating becomes more dangerous.
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According to travel experience in the Mekong Delta in April, the busiest time for market gatherings is from 5 am to 7 am, so you have to wake up early to not miss this special sight. In addition to the famous Cai Rang Floating Market (Can Tho), you can also consider other floating markets such as:
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Cai Be Floating Market (Tien Giang)
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Tra On Floating Market (Vinh Long)
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Nga Nam Floating Market (Soc Trang)
2. Enjoy at Eco-tourism orchard gardens
The eco-tourism orchard gardens may be too familiar to travelers who love exploring the rivers and canals. Especially, the beautiful sunny weather in April is extremely favorable for you and your companions to 'conquer' the Mekong Delta with extremely interesting orchard games.
Visiting the Mekong Delta in April, you will experience folk games: riding bicycles on monkey bridges, swinging over canals, shaking bridges, catching fish in ditches, rowing three-leaf boats, fishing for crocodiles,... In addition to fun games, you can also taste the specialties of the river region and listen to the famous Southern amateur music.
If you visit the Mekong Delta at the end of April, you can also visit orchards with ripe fruits at various tourist attractions to enjoy and buy as gifts. Mytour suggests some interesting eco-tourism orchard gardens in the Mekong Delta:
- Four sacred lands: Con Long, Con Lan - Thoi Son islet (Tien Giang) and Con Quy, Con Phung (Ben Tre)
- Lan Vuong Eco-tourism Area (Ben Tre)
- My Khanh Eco-tourism Area (Can Tho)
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3. Crystal-clear blue sea and islands
What's hot in the Mekong Delta in April? Not only Phu Quoc Island, but also in this April, visiting the Mekong Delta, you can admire the beautiful Mekong Delta islands like a sleeping paradise. The dry season (from December to April) is the best time to visit Mekong Delta beaches when the weather is dry, the waves are calm, and the water is as clear as in the central beaches.
If you don't mind traveling far, you can visit Nam Du Island, Hon Tre Island with pristine white sandy beaches. And if you don't have much time, you can visit nearby beaches like: Mui Nai (Ha Tien) or Pirate Island (Kien Giang).
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4. Visiting Khmer temples - Experiencing Chol Chnam Thmay festival
Most Khmer people in Vietnam reside in the provinces of the Southwestern region, hence their religion and culture deeply influence this area. Khmer temples feature unique architecture distinct from those in the Central and Northern regions. In this journey to the Mekong Delta, you must visit Khmer temples to understand the local way of life.
Moreover, when visiting the Mekong Delta in April, you can experience the Chol Chnam Thmay festival, a traditional Khmer New Year celebration in the South. Typically held in mid-April of the lunar calendar, this festival is when Khmer people return home to celebrate the New Year with their families.
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3. Some tips for traveling to the Mekong Delta in April
Schedule in detail: If you want to explore multiple provinces in the Mekong Delta at once, then plan your itinerary carefully to save time and ensure it fits your health condition. Alternatively, you can choose reputable travel agencies to book Mekong Delta tours with exciting inter-provincial programs.
Bring enough cash: If you plan to visit remote islands in the Mekong Delta, make sure to bring enough cash because there are no ATMs on the islands.
Stay updated on the weather: Late April marks the transition from dry to rainy season, so there may be sudden showers. Keep an eye on the weather forecast to adjust your schedule accordingly, or if possible, bring an umbrella, raincoat, or hat to avoid getting wet.
Mytour has suggested many interesting destinations for your April Mekong Delta trip! Hopefully, these helpful tips will give you more options and ideas for your journey. If you're looking for Mekong Delta tours and budget-friendly tours in April, contact the hotline Mytour for free consultation and 24/7 support.
