Delve into the vibrant flora and fauna of Can Gio Biosphere Reserve, a chemically damaged expanse that now teems with life, on a full-day tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Accompanied by an expert naturalist guide, travel the atmospheric mangroves of the UNESCO-listed site by motorized canoe and observe monkeys and nesting birds in their natural habitat. Gain fascinating insight into the complex ecosystem of the enclave and visit a bat lagoon and crocodile swamp. Ascend to the summit of Tang Bong Tower to capture sweeping views of the surrounding and catch a glimpse of Rung Sac Guerilla Base on this captivating tour.
View nesting birds, a bat lagoon and a crocodile swamp at the Vam Sat Ecological Tourist Zone Take in the panoramic views from Tang Bong Tower Visit the Can Gio Museum and Mangrove Forest Park Fauna Conservation at Monkey Island Hear about the ravages of war at the Rung Sac Guerilla Base and marvel at the UNESCO-listed reserve
Delve into the vibrant flora and fauna of Can Gio Biosphere Reserve, a chemically damaged expanse that now teems with life, on a full-day tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Accompanied by an expert naturalist guide, travel the atmospheric mangroves of the UNESCO-listed site by motorized canoe and observe monkeys and nesting birds in their natural habitat. Gain fascinating insight into the complex ecosystem of the enclave and visit a bat lagoon and crocodile swamp. Ascend to the summit of Tang Bong Tower to capture sweeping views of the surrounding and catch a glimpse of Rung Sac Guerilla Base on this captivating tour.
Depart from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh city and enjoy the scenic drive to Dan Xay Bridge, where a motorized canoe awaits. Climb aboard alongside your knowledgeable guide and absorb the tranquility of the natural enclave as you sail towards your first stop.
Head first to a natural bird reserve to catch rare glimpses of exotic birds nesting and then summon your courage at a crocodile swamp as you listen to fearsome facts about the incredible reptiles. Sneak a peak at a newborn crocodile and hear of complex incubation processes before venturing to a local bat lagoon.
Next, ascend to the summit of Tang Bong Tower and enjoy sweeping vistas of the scenery from a height of 85 feet (26 meters). After capturing fantastic photographs, return to land and revitalize with a traditional Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant.
Continue to Forest Park, aka Monkey Island, and disembark to peruse the intriguing exhibitions of Can Gio Museum; learn about the biodiversity of the mangrove forest and absorb the staggering number of species that reside there before heading to the Mangrove Forest Park Fauna Conservation. Observe thousands of wild monkeys and scour the thickets for wild cats, pythons and deer as you cruise around the naturally diverse area.
After reveling in the playful antics of the monkeys, glide through the mangrove forest by canoe to the Rung Sac Guerilla Base. Listen to captivating commentary about the Vietnam War guerillas who hid in the forest and hear of how the forest was devastated by a chemical warfare attack in 1998. Return to dry land and relax during the journey back to your Ho Chi Minh hotel
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off at selected hotels in Saigon
- English-speaking guide
- Land transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
- Admission fee, Boat trip.
- Lunch at local restaurant.
- Meals and drinks unless specified
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional activity costs
- Children below 2 years old are free of charge.
- Exact pick-up time to be advised upon reconfirmation.
- Pick-up is available for clients staying at selected hotels as meeting point only: Sabah Saigon, Muong Thanh, Paragon, Grand Silverland, Rex. Clients staying at the others must proceed to the meeting point.
- To select your travel date, you are advised to choose at least 03 days prior to start date of activity.Tour takes approximately 8 to 9 hours.
- Please note that the time and duration of the tour, and also the order of the sites to be visited is subject to change due to local traffic and weather conditions.
- The regular tour has a 2 passenger minimum requirement for operation and is subject to cancellation if this minimum is not met. You will be informed at least 24 hours prior to departure to confirm schedule. In the unlikely event of such a cancellation, guests may request another tour, a different travel date or a refund.
- Free cancellation: 3 days or more prior to start date of activity.
- 100% Cancellation Fee (no reimbursement): less than 3 days prior to date of activity.
