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Can Gio Mangrove: Discover Unique Wetlands
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Explore Can Gio’s UNESCO-listed mangroves, meet monkeys, and enjoy a canoe ride. Discover this unique ecosystem near Ho Chi Minh City in one day.
Explore Can Gio’s UNESCO-listed mangroves, meet monkeys, and enjoy a canoe ride. Discover this unique ecosystem near Ho Chi Minh City in one day.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Ho Chi Minh City - Embark on a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for a picturesque drive to Can Gio, situated 40 km southeast of the city.
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Bình Khánh Ferry - Board the Binh Khanh Ferry to cross the Soai Rap River, which divides Can Gio from the mainland.
As the journey progresses, the scenery transforms from urban landscapes to verdant…
- Ho Chi Minh City - Embark on a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for a picturesque drive to Can Gio, situated 40 km southeast of the city.
-
Bình Khánh Ferry - Board the Binh Khanh Ferry to cross the Soai Rap River, which divides Can Gio from the mainland.
As the journey progresses, the scenery transforms from urban landscapes to verdant mangrove forests. Relish the transition from city life to the serene mangrove area. -
Hang Duong Market - The first stop is a lively seafood market where local fishermen offer their fresh catches.
Discover a diverse array of fish, shrimp, crabs, and shellfish.
This is a wonderful chance to engage with locals and gain insight into the coastal fishing lifestyle of Can Gio. -
Can Gio Resort - Arrive at a local restaurant by the beach.
Savor a delectable seafood meal featuring fresh fish, prawns, and traditional Vietnamese dishes.
Optional: Unwind or enjoy a quick swim at the nearby Can Gio Beach. -
Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve - Visit Monkey Island, home to over 1,000 long-tailed macaques.
Engage with the playful monkeys, capture memorable photos, and observe their behaviors.
Be mindful of your belongings as the monkeys can be quite cheeky! - Bình Khánh Ferry - Return to the mainland via the ferry, taking in the beautiful river views.
What's Included
- Entrance fees for all attractions
- Lunch
- All fees and/or taxes
- Transportation by air-conditioned car/minivan & ferry tickets
- Canoe ride through the mangrove forest
- Professional English-speaking tour guide (or other languages upon request)
- Entrance fees for all attractions
- Lunch
- All fees and/or taxes
- Transportation by air-conditioned car/minivan & ferry tickets
- Canoe ride through the mangrove forest
- Professional English-speaking tour guide (or other languages upon request)
What's Not Included
- Other meals not mentioned in the inclusion
- Tips and personal expenses
- A public holiday surcharge (20–30% of the tour price).
- Other meals not mentioned in the inclusion
- Tips and personal expenses
- A public holiday surcharge (20–30% of the tour price).
Additional Information
Discover the Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO-recognized wetland situated 40 km southeast of Ho Chi Minh City. Dive into the distinctive mangrove ecosystem, which hosts a variety of wildlife such as monkeys and crocodiles. Delight in a canoe journey through the forest, explore Monkey Island, and appreciate the natural splendor of this safeguarded reserve all in a single day.
Discover the Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO-recognized wetland situated 40 km southeast of Ho Chi Minh City. Dive into the distinctive mangrove ecosystem, which hosts a variety of wildlife such as monkeys and crocodiles. Delight in a canoe journey through the forest, explore Monkey Island, and appreciate the natural splendor of this safeguarded reserve all in a single day.
Location
Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
Công Trường Lam Sơn
You can head to the Saigon Opera House where we will meet and start the tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(13 Ratings)
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178yashk
Mar 23, 2026
Amazing nature escape from Ho Chi Minh City! - This tour was a very refreshing experience and a perfect break from the busy city. The mangrove forest was peaceful and beautiful, and the boat ride through the waterways was one of the best parts of the trip. Monkey Island was fun — the monkeys were very active and entertaining, so keeping personal belongings secure is important.
The guide was friendly, explained the history and ecosystem clearly, and the whole trip felt well organized. Lunch and transport were comfortable, and the timing of each activity was good without feeling rushed.
I especially enjoyed seeing the natural environment, learning about the UNESCO mangrove reserve, and experiencing something different from the city atmosphere. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys nature, wildlife, and a full-day outdoor trip.
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696simons
Jan 7, 2026
We loved this tour - it was one of the highlights of our trip! - If you love nature this tour should be really high on your to do list.
We did a lot of stuff on the tour, with the pacing excellent. You do an activity at one location then have transport to the next where you can chill and reload before the next activity. The best "chilling" transport leg was using a speedboat to cruise the rivers (3 different speedboat trips) - the scenery was breathtaking!
We booked this as a private tour for our family (we were travelling with my 85 year old parents) & was worth the extra cost. It allowed us to go at our own pace & not feel rushed/that the group was waiting for us.
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Thomas
Dec 8, 2025
Mangroves, monkeys and crocodiles - Pleasant journey in an air-conditioned bus. Having fun with the monkeys and feeding crocodiles
Taught something about the war.
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Brentw636
Oct 15, 2025
Well worth it - Amazing day ....history of the resistance on the island......up close with the monkeys........speed boat ride .......and lots of insights
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Passport33204089899
Jul 28, 2025
Monkeys, history, food and more - Great trip. Very knowledgeable English speaking guide. Was good to see and interact with the monkeys and understand more about the history of the area.
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637duam
Jun 12, 2025
Into the Wild, Just an Hour from Saigon! - Only a short ride from the city, but it felt like I was in a completely different place. No noise, no smoke—just birds, trees, and fresh air. You HAVE to try it if you need a break from the urban jungle.
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Linhl730
May 28, 2025
I love the monkeys - Watching monkeys and crocodiles in their habitat was fantastic. The guide shared many details clearly. A recommended trip. It was truly an unforgettable experience with beautiful scenery, engaging activities, and a friendly guide who made the whole trip memorable.
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Explorer20694428392
May 27, 2025
Must visit - Outstanding personalized service from the guide and driver. The meal was better than expected, highly recommend this tour. It was truly an unforgettable experience with beautiful scenery, engaging activities, and a friendly guide who made the whole trip memorable.
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Ng_382
Apr 12, 2025
Discovering Local Culture Through Food and People in the Mekong - The Mekong Delta segment was delightful. Sampling fresh fruits and interacting with local artisans provided an authentic taste of Vietnamese culture.
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Climber22783298561
Apr 8, 2025
Best Day Trip from Saigon - Mangose forest was really preserved perfectly. It's the natural habitat for varieties of birds, crocodiles and monkey's. Wing did a great job explaining everything in depth. Thank you
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