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Dinner on Bonsai Cruise

Nha Rong Pier, 5 Nguyen Tat Thanh Str. | District 4, Sai Gon River, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
84-4-3 943 9211
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Ranked #33 of 124 activities in Ho Chi Minh City
Type: Dinner Theatres
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
Owner description: Escape the bustle of the city and cruise the waters of the Saigon River. Savor a sumptuous dinner, accompanied by live entertainment, while floating... more » Owner description: Escape the bustle of the city and cruise the waters of the Saigon River. Savor a sumptuous dinner, accompanied by live entertainment, while floating past Ho Chi Minh’s enchanting nighttime cityscape. « less
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

The best views of the city are as you sit in the port. Once afloat there is not too much to see. The food is buffet style and of average quality. The self serve was just like a rugby scrum with no effort by the hosts to sequence diners going up for food. I hung back to let the crowd... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2013

slowly sailing down the river with a sumptious buffet and first class cabaret. We booked through guest relations at the hotel and were treated to vip service with a limo pick up and return. a little expensive by local standards but well worth the money

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

picked up from our hotel by the local guide , met on board with a cocktail and followed with a buffet style meal which was very good along with the entertainment. Well worth a night out with some good views of ho chi min city

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

Did this in Aug 2012. Seriously, the night sights from the boat wasn't much to rave about. So don't do this for pretty sights. Nice breeze and feel peaceful. Nice food too. Drinks were extra charge. Entertainment by the dancer/singers were so-so. Better don't do this alone. I was fortunate to have met some folks that were on the same... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2013

Probably not the best river cruise I have ever experienced. The river itself does not offer great views and you find yourself looking at many of the merchant ships as you cruise by. The city skyline towards the second half of the cruise offers the best view. Food and service was good, couldnt fault it as well as the entertainment.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2013

Good food and a great show - live singing and the professional dancers did 3 traditional dances - was super fun

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2013

Friends living in HCMC took us out on the Bonsai which was very enjoyable. The buffet was delicious with plenty of choice & you were able t as for more of a particular item if you wanted it. The staff were very attentive all evening & there was plenty of them. The entertainment was good although being sat towards the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2013

The boat is quite big can host 100+ people and spacious. The food buffet provide varieties of seafood and local foods, plus selections of wine and drinks. Many local cultural dance and live music. Really recommended.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2013

We did this dinner cruise, food was great, buffet style and plenty of it. Entertainment with the dances and band were fantastic. Staff were great, free massage on neck and shoulders on boat. Take a jacket it was cool

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

Top quality food and a wide range to satisfy all taste buds. The entertainment was also great. The river isn't really that pretty but the food and entertainment make it a great night out. We had a fantastic time.

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