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Can Gio Wildlife & Culture Experience Boat Tour

Can Gio, Southern Vietnam
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Duration

1 Day

Departure

Ho Chi Minh City

Tour type

Adventure & Eco-Culture

Tour Overview

CAN GIO WILDLIFE & CULTURE EXPERIENCE BOAT TOUR

Ho Chi Minh City – Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve – Ho Chi Minh City

Discover Vietnam’s only UNESCO-listed Mangrove Biosphere Reserve on a sustainable, small-group adventure designed for inbound travelers seeking authentic nature and cultural immersion.

This Premier Group Tour (maximum 12 guests) takes you deep into Can Gio’s wetlands, home to rich biodiversity including crocodiles, long-tailed macaques, rare birds, and dense mangrove forests.

Travel by river or road (depending on tour option), explore the ecological zones of Vàm Sát, climb the 26-meter observation tower for panoramic views, and enjoy a local specialty lunch. This journey is perfect for nature lovers, families, and travelers looking for an eco-friendly day trip close to Ho Chi Minh City.

Highlights:

  • UNESCO Mangrove Forest: Vietnam’s only recognized mangrove biosphere reserve.
  • Crocodile Reserve: Learn about crocodile protection & try crocodile fishing.
  • Macaque Sanctuary: Observe long-tailed macaques in their natural habitat.
  • Seasonal Bird Sanctuary: Home to storks, pelicans & rare migratory species.
  • Rowing Boat Experience: Peaceful mangrove exploration with local rowers.
  • Tang Bong Tower (26 meters): Stunning panoramic view over Can Gio forest.
  • Local Specialty Lunch: Fresh seafood & Southern-style flavors.
  • Perfect for Photography: Nature, wildlife & mangrove landscapes.

Itinerary

Day 01

Can Gio Wildlife & Culture Experience Boat Tour

08:00 – 08:30: Pick up from District 1 hotels. Depart for Can Gio.

09:30 – 10:00: Arrive at Bat Sanctuary → soft rowing boat through shaded mangrove areas.

10:00 – 11:45: Explore Vàm Sát Ecotourism Zone:

  • Visit Crocodile Reserve – learn about breeding & conservation
  • Participate in crocodile fishing
  • Walk through natural trails to Bird Sanctuary (seasonal)
  • Meet macaque monkeys in the forest zone
  • Climb Tang Bong Tower (26m) for forest panorama

12:30: Enjoy local lunch with Can Gio specialties.

13:30: Depart back to Ho Chi Minh City.

15:00 – 15:30: Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City. End of services.

What's Included

Included

  • Speedboat round-trip transfer
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees to all attractions
  • Rowing boat tour at mangrove forest
  • Lunch at local restaurant
  • 01 bottle of mineral water

Excluded

  • Travel insurance
  • Extra drinks & personal expenses
  • Tips for guide/driver
  • Activities not mentioned

Note:

  • Daily departure: (minmun. 4 guests)
  • Pick-up service: Hotels in District 1 (except Sai Gon Ward & Tan Dinh Ward). Guests outside District 1 must meet at the meeting point (112 Tran Hung Dao St., Ben Thanh Ward) by 07:30 (morning option).

Children Policy:

  • Under 3 years: Free of charge (sharing with parents).
  • 4–9 years: 85% of adult rate (sharing with parents).
  • Above 9 years: Adult rate applies.
  • Max. 1 free child per 2 paying adults; extra children pay full rate.

Cancellation Policy:

  • Less than 24 hours before departure → 100% charge.

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