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Visitors enjoying a rowing boat tour through the Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve, Vietnam
Bat Sanctuary in Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve with thousands of fruit bats resting in the trees
Visitors on a boat watching crocodiles in the Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve, Vietnam
Tang Bong Tower overlooking the Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve, Vietnam

Can Gio Mangrove Forest Private Tour

Code

VNI 75

Duration

Full day

Overview

Discover the incredible biodiversity of the Can Gio Mangrove Forest Eco Tour, a full-day adventure from Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the UNESCO-listed Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve, cruise through peaceful waterways, observe native wildlife, and experience the unspoiled beauty of southern Vietnam. This tour is ideal for travelers who love nature, wildlife, and authentic eco-tourism experiences.

Highlight

  • Explore the unique mangrove ecosystem, which is rich in biodiversity.
  • Visit the Bat Sanctuary and enjoy a serene rowing boat experience.
  • Tour the Vàm Sát Ecotourism Center with stops at the Crocodile Reserve.
  • Climb the 26-meter-high Tang Bồng Tower for breathtaking panoramic views.
  • Interact with friendly monkeys in their natural habitat.
  • Enjoy a delicious local specialty lunch.

Detail

Itinerary

08:00 AM: Begin your journey with hotel pick-up in Ho Chi Minh City before traveling to the Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve.

Around 10:30 AM, arrive at Dan Xay Reception Center and board a canoe for a scenic ride through the tranquil waterways. Along the way, admire the unique mangrove ecosystem and observe the traditional fishing activities of local residents.

Next, visit the Bat Sanctuary, where a peaceful rowing boat ride takes you deep into the mangrove forest. Here, you’ll learn about native bat species while enjoying the quiet beauty of this protected habitat.

Afterwards, continue by canoe to the Vam Sat Ecotourism Center, the heart of Can Gio’s eco-tourism area.

Then, take a sightseeing vehicle to the Bird Sanctuary, home to more than 20,000 birds representing 26 different species. Depending on the season, you may spot painted storks, pelicans, lesser adjutants, and many other fascinating waterbirds.

Later, visit the Crocodile Reserve to learn about crocodile conservation and breeding before experiencing the exciting crocodile fishing activity.

You’ll also have the chance to observe playful long-tailed macaques roaming freely in the forest before climbing the 26-meter Tang Bong Tower, where spectacular panoramic views of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve await.

At lunchtime, enjoy authentic Vietnamese dishes at Vam Sat Restaurant. After lunch, relax with a walk along shaded forest trails or test your balance on the suspension bridge.

Finally, return by canoe to Dan Xay Reception Center before driving back to Ho Chi Minh City, concluding your memorable Can Gio Mangrove Forest Eco Tour.

Tour price

From $ US

Trip note

Inclusion

  • Professional English speaking tour guide (or any languages requested)
  • Transportation with good air conditioner
  • Ferry round tickets, sugarcane juice, 01 bottle of water/person
  • Entrance fee (Can Gio Monkey park)
  • Monkey food for feeding, speedboat
  • Vietnamese style lunch.
  • Swimming pool and shower room
  • Tax

Exclusion

  • Other meals not mentioned in the program
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Tax
  • Tips

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