1. Fertile Land for Tropical Fruits
Blessed by the alluvial soil of the Hau River, Cu Lao Dung is home to abundant fruit gardens producing Hoa An mangoes, sweet oranges, longans, and soursop. Every harvest season, local farmers welcome visitors to enjoy fresh fruits right from the garden — creating stable income while preserving the charm of the Mekong Delta’s orchard culture.
2. Seafood – Gifts from the Sea
Beyond fruit farming, many residents depend on fishing and aquaculture for their livelihoods. The area is famous for black tiger shrimp, mud crabs, groupers, and goby fish, supplying both domestic and export markets. Some households have shifted toward eco-friendly aquaculture models, combining production with experiential tourism such as farm visits and seafood tasting tours.
3. Eco-Tourism and Community Culture
Cu Lao Dung’s vast mangrove forests and diverse ecosystems make it a green tourism destination worth exploring. Visitors can paddle through the mangroves, learn beekeeping or salt-making, watch traditional handicrafts, or stay in local homestays. These experiences connect people with nature and support women-led tourism initiatives that strengthen the local economy.
4. Toward a Sustainable Future
The island is steadily embracing a “green economy – green tourism” vision where women play a leading role. Through OCOP (One Commune One Product) initiatives, handmade crafts, and community-based tours, women are turning local resources into opportunities — preserving the mangrove ecosystem while building a resilient, inclusive future.
