Saigon Waterbus Binh An Station

Be aware that this is not a sight seeing trip. It is for transportation. But it is a cheep way to get out on the river. We took a one way trip and a Grab back to another part of town that we wanted to visit.

Cheap skates beware! It might only cost a quid but this is two hours of your life you won't get back. It's an hour to the end, nothing to do at the end and not much to see on the way apart from a lot of rubbish and a floating dead pig! You do get to go close to the Landmark building though and you can buy a can of beer on board, that's about it. Note rows 1-11 are inside, row 12 is the outside back row which seems appealing but the vibration under you from the boat engine can be a bit much. OK if you want a cheap trip up the river.

The service is increasing deteriorating and feels half-hearted. The air-conditioned cabin had its doors open, making the midday ride unbearably hot and uncomfortable. The TV was showing a life jacket instruction clip, but no one handed out any life jackets.

Prices are not well published... Unfortunately. Indicated prices are 15K vnd, but depending on the hours, it is 30k, you only know it when the person at the counter tells you. You cannot see obviously that 30k price. Just checked now the website and the dropdown menu doesnt work well... But once in a while, still good to be on a boat.

The coffeeshop here is perfect for chilling weekend with nice riverside view, fresh air and windy. But the taste of drink/desert need to be improved.