Private Eco-Adventure to Can Gio Vam Sat Mangrove Forest Day Tour from Saigon With Lunch
Ho Chi Minh City1 day
- Free cancellation
- Hotel pickup
About this experience
Just a two-hour drive from Saigon, Can Gio offers a completely different world — one of silence, green canopies, and wildlife. Recognized by UNESCO as Vietnam’s first Biosphere Reserve, the Cần Giờ Mangrove Forest is not only a natural treasure but also a living laboratory for biodiversity.
This full-day tour invites you to explore Vam Sat Ecotourism Area, a pristine and fascinating destination where nature reigns supreme. Glide through green waterways, witness rare bird species, see salt-making fields and aquaculture farms, and experience Vietnam’s unique mangrove ecosystem in its purest form.
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What’s included
- Entry / admission fee
- Airconditioned vehicle with experienced driver.
- Drinking water ,
- Service of an experienced English-speaking guide,
- Entrance fees,
- Private touring.
- Boat to Bat lagoon, electric cart inside the Vam Sat area.
- Local set menu lunch
Not included
- Tips and gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses, meals other than stated in the itinerary, or tips for local guide and driver.
Itinerary
- 1
Meet and greet at hotel or meeting point
This morning, you will be picked up from your hotel at 8am for a journey to Can gio
- 2
Take a local ferry
You will cross a local ferry Binh Khanh and on the other side of the ferry, you will enter a whole different world.
- 3
Into the Mangrove forest
Your day begins with a scenic drive from Saigon along Rung Sac Road – Ly Nhon Road, leading deep into the Can Gio mangrove forest. The journey itself is a prelude to the adventure — vast mangrove fields stretch endlessly on both sides, occasionally dotted with salt fields, shrimp farms, and houses where locals cultivate swiftlet nests.
- 4
Bird Sanctuary (April–October)
Visit the Bird Conservation Area, officially recognized by Ho Chi Minh City authorities in 2003. During nesting season, more than 20,000 birds of 26 different species fill the sky — from elegant herons and storks to rare species such as pelicans and the endangered milky stork. The chorus of calls and the flutter of wings create an unforgettable natural symphony.
- 5
Hoa Ca Crocodile Farm
Next, explore the Hoa Ca Crocodile Sanctuary, home to hundreds of Siamese crocodiles. Learn about their breeding process, conservation efforts, and test your courage in the thrilling Crocodile Fishing experience — where you feed these powerful reptiles from a secure boat platform.
- 6
Long-Tailed Macaque Area
Continue to the Monkey Sanctuary, where hundreds of long-tailed macaques live freely. Playful and mischievous, these monkeys will happily pose for photos — though it’s best to keep your snacks out of sight!
- 7
Tang Bong Tower Viewpoint
Climb the 26-meter Tang Bồng Tower to admire the spectacular panoramic view of the Vàm Sát mangrove forest — a sea of green stretching to the horizon, where land and water meet in endless harmony.
- 8
Boat to the Bat Sanctuary
Board a canoe or wooden boat for a tranquil journey through the waterways to the Bat Sanctuary, recognized in 2002. Glide silently through the narrow canals under the shade of dense mangrove trees — a landscape so serene it feels almost sacred. Observe colonies of large fruit bats resting high among the branches, a rare and peaceful encounter with nature.
- 9
Lunch and Return to Saigon
Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at Vam Sat Restaurant, featuring fresh local ingredients and specialties of the mangrove region. Afterward, meet up with your vehicle to go back to Saigon, arriving in the city by late afternoon — refreshed, reconnected, and inspired by a side of Vietnam few travelers ever see.
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Languages
- British English
Know before you go
- Infants must sit on laps
- Personal items: toiletries, toothbrush/toothpaste, towel, and any necessary personal hygiene products.
- Clothing: light, comfortable clothes suitable for the weather, a change of clothes, and sleepwear.
- Footwear: comfortable walking shoes or sandals.
- Medication: any personal medication or medical supplies you may need.
- Electronics: phone, charger, power bank, and camera (optional).
- Travel essentials: passport/ID, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and reusable water bottle.
- Cash: small local currency for personal expenses, as card payment may not be available.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the experience starts.
- Cancel within 72h of the start time: 100% charge.
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