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Leave the neon lights and traffic of Saigon behind for a refreshing day trip to the Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve — recognized by UNESCO as the "green lungs" of Ho Chi Minh City. Encounter hundreds of playful semi-wild monkeys at Monkey Island, cruise along tranquil mangrove waterways on a canoe, challenge yourself with fishing for giant crocodiles, and climb the Tang Bong observation tower for sweeping 360-degree views over an endless ocean of green. Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch and the personalized comfort of a 100% Private Tour
Highlights
Explore the UNESCO-recognized Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere
Meet and interact with over 1,000 playful semi-wild monkeys on Monkey Island.
Thrilling canoe or rowboat excursion deep into pristine mangrove waterways.
Climb the 26-meter Tang Bong observation tower for panoramic views of the mangrove forest.
Learn about wartime guerrilla warfare history
Enjoy an exhilarating crocodile feeding experience and savor a fresh local seafood lunch.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will pick up at your hotel as your request
Itinerary
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1Ho Chi Minh City
Stop 1: Hotel Pickup in Saigon & Binh Khanh Ferry (7:30 AM - 8:00 AM) Type: Stop (45 minutes) Description: Pick up from your District 1 hotel in a private AC vehicle. Cross the scenic Binh Khanh ferry and drive along the scenic coastal forest highway toward Can Gio.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve
Stop 2: Monkey Island (Dao Khi) Type: Stop (1 hour 30 minutes - Admission Included) Description: Visit the natural sanctuary home to over 1,000 curious semi-wild long-tailed macaques. Take photos and watch their playful antics in the wild (please secure personal belongings).
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Rung Sac Military Base
Stop 3: Rung Sac Guerrilla Commando Base & Crocodile Sanctuary Type: Stop (2 hours - Admission Included) Description: Take a motorized canoe or boat ride through mangrove canals to the historical Rung Sac Guerrilla Base. Explore reconstructed war bunkers, weapon caches, and hear dramatic wartime survival stories. Afterwards, visit the semi-wild crocodile reserve and experience feeding crocodiles with specialized fishing rods.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
4Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve
Stop 4: Fresh Local Seafood Lunch Type: Stop (1 hour 15 minutes - Food Included) Description: Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring fresh seafood and local Southern Vietnamese dishes at a reputable riverside eco-restaurant (vegetarian options available).
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5Ho Chi Minh City
Stop 5: Tang Bong Tower & Return to Ho Chi Minh City Type: Stop (2 hours) Description: Ascend the 26-meter-high Tang Bong observation tower for breathtaking panoramic canopy views. Relax on the comfortable return drive back to your District 1 hotel, arriving around 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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