HCM: UNESCO Listed Can Gio Mangrove and Monkey Island trek

4.9 (28 reviews) Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Duration8h - 9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore the Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO-listed wetland located 40 km southeast of Ho Chi Minh City. Immerse yourself in the unique mangrove ecosystem, home to diverse wildlife, including monkeys, and crocodiles. Enjoy a canoe ride through the forest, visit Monkey Island, and experience the natural beauty of this protected reserve in just one day.

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Luxury Private Tour

Pickup included

Standard Group Tour

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Small group tour

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What's included

  • Professional English-speaking tour guide (Surcharge for other languages)
  • Lunch
  • All entrance tickets
  • Bottled water
  • Transportation by air-conditioned car/minivan & ferry tickets
  • Hotel pick-up service in District 1
  • Speed Boat
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • A public holiday surcharge

What to expect

  1. Ho Chi Minh City
    1h
    Board a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle and begin the scenic drive to Can Gio, located 40 km southeast of the city
  2. 30m · Admission ticket included
    Take the Binh Khanh Ferry, crossing the Soai Rap River, which separates Can Gio from the mainland.
    As you travel, you'll notice a change in scenery—from urban streets to lush mangrove forests. Enjoy the change in scenery from city life to the tranquil mangrove region.
  3. 45m
    Your first stop is a bustling seafood market, where local fishermen sell their fresh catch.
    See a wide variety of fish, shrimp, crabs, and shellfish.
    A great opportunity to interact with locals and learn about the coastal fishing lifestyle of Can Gio.
  4. 1h 45m · Admission ticket included
    Arrive at a local restaurant near the beach.
    Enjoy a delicious seafood meal featuring fresh fish, prawns, and local Vietnamese dishes.
    Optional: Relax or take a quick swim at the nearby Can Gio Beach.
  5. Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Arrive at Monkey Island, home to over 1,000 long-tailed macaques.
    Interact with playful monkeys, take memorable photos, and observe their behaviors.
    Be cautious of your belongings as the monkeys can be mischievous!
  6. 30m · Admission ticket included
    Take the ferry back to the mainland, enjoying the scenic river views.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

You can head to the Saigon Opera House where we will meet and start the tour.

End point

You can head to the Saigon Opera House where we will meet and start the tour.

Pickup details

Pick up price is included in this trek for district 1. Other than that, travellers need to come to our meeting point which is District 1.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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