DURATION      : 8 HOURS 
START TIME    : 08:00 ~ 09:00
TRANSPORTATION: CAR

"Home to Cần Giờ Mangrove Forest, a biosphere reserve listed by UNESCO"

Experience the Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve 1 Day Tour with us for a thrilling exploration and personal growth. Can Gio, situated 40 km southeast of Ho Chi Minh City, offers an enchanting wetland adventure. Recognized as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2000, it boasts unique mangrove flora and fauna, thriving amidst the convergence of the Dong Nai, Saigon, and Vam Co Dong rivers. Spanning 75,740 hectares, the Can Gio mangrove forest features an extraordinary blend of aquatic and terrestrial, freshwater and saltwater ecosystems, showcasing over 150 botanical species.

HIGHLIGHT

• Go through the forest on canoeing
• Get to the crocodile farm
• Observe the immensely panoramic view of Vam Sat mangrove forest
• Go to Monkey Island to see over 1,000 monkeys living there

ITINERARY

• 8:00 am: Private Car and Tour Guide pick you up at your hotel. After a 40-minute drive, we reach Binh Khanh Ferry for a 20-minute boat ride to Can Gio. Along the 40-minute drive to Can Gio mangrove forest, you can enjoy the scenic beauty of the green trees.
• 10:00 am: Arrive at Can Gio mangrove forest. Spend quality time breathing in the fresh air and immersing in the daily lives of locals along the riverbanks. Learn about the mangrove forest's flora and various fauna species at the local fishing hamlet.
• Next, explore the forest by canoe to visit the Bats Lagoon, crab pond, and interact with a friendly herd of deer that you can feed. Proceed to the crocodile farm, where you'll observe the crocodile hatching process and even try angling for carnivorous crocodiles from a cruise boat.
• Afterward, reach the center of Vam Sat. Ascend Tang Bong tower for a panoramic view of the Vam Sat mangrove forest. For an added challenge, you can also venture onto a suspension bridge.
• Visit the area for Bird Conservation in the wild birds nesting season, more than 10.000 types of bird in 26 different species (from May to October).
• Conclude the morning visit with lunch at local restaurant, followed by relaxation before the afternoon segment of the Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve 1 Day Tour.
• 1:30 pm: Arrive at Monkey Island, home to over 1,000 monkeys. Engage with these playful creatures, feed them, and capture memorable photos as they interact with you, even climbing onto your shoulder.
• 3:30 pm: Return to Binh Khanh Ferry and proceed on the drive back to Saigon. The Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve 1 Day Tour concludes around 5 pm.