CAN GIO WILDLIFE & CULTURE EXPERIENCE BOAT TOUR
Route: Ho Chi Minh City → Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve → Ho Chi Minh City
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Tour Type: Premier Group Tour (PGT) – Maximum 12 guests
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Transport: Speedboat
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Duration: Full Day (08:00 – 15:30)
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Pick-up: Hotels in District 1 or Meeting Point
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Experience Style: Wildlife – Nature – Culture – Sustainable
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Daily departure: (minmun. 4 guests)
Highlights:
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UNESCO Mangrove Forest: Vietnam’s only recognized mangrove biosphere reserve.
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Crocodile Reserve: Learn about crocodile protection & try crocodile fishing.
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Macaque Sanctuary: Observe long-tailed macaques in their natural habitat.
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Seasonal Bird Sanctuary: Home to storks, pelicans & rare migratory species.
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Rowing Boat Experience: Peaceful mangrove exploration with local rowers.
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Tang Bong Tower (26 meters): Stunning panoramic view over Can Gio forest.
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Local Specialty Lunch: Fresh seafood & Southern-style flavors.
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Perfect for Photography: Nature, wildlife & mangrove landscapes.
Description:
Discover Vietnam’s only UNESCO-listed Mangrove Biosphere Reserve on a sustainable, small-group adventure designed for inbound travelers seeking authentic nature and cultural immersion.
This Premier Group Tour (maximum 12 guests) takes you deep into Can Gio’s wetlands, home to rich biodiversity including crocodiles, long-tailed macaques, rare birds, and dense mangrove forests.
Travel by river or road (depending on tour option), explore the ecological zones of Vàm Sát, climb the 26-meter observation tower for panoramic views, and enjoy a local specialty lunch. This journey is perfect for nature lovers, families, and travelers looking for an eco-friendly day trip close to Ho Chi Minh City.
Itinerary:
08:00 – 08:30: Pick up from District 1 hotels. Depart for Can Gio.
09:30 – 10:00: Arrive at Bat Sanctuary → soft rowing boat through shaded mangrove areas.
10:00 – 11:45: Explore Vàm Sát Ecotourism Zone:
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Visit Crocodile Reserve – learn about breeding & conservation
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Participate in crocodile fishing
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Walk through natural trails to Bird Sanctuary (seasonal)
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Meet macaque monkeys in the forest zone
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Climb Tang Bong Tower (26m) for forest panorama
12:30: Enjoy local lunch with Can Gio specialties.
13:30: Depart back to Ho Chi Minh City.
15:00 – 15:30: Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City. End of services.
***Please note: Drop-off time is subject to traffic, weather...so the finished time could be later than expecting.
Goodbye and see you again on the next trips with SAIGON LAND TRAVEL!!!
Note: Schedule & attractions may change depending on weather conditions & destination.
INCLUDING:
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Speedboat round-trip transfer
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English-speaking guide
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Entrance fees to all attractions
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Rowing boat tour at mangrove forest
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Lunch at local restaurant
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01 bottle of mineral water
EXCLUDING:
- All other services not mentioned in the above program.
- All meals and beverages unspecified in the above program.
- Personal expenses.
- Travel insurance
- Tips for tour guide, driver….
- TAX VAT
CHILDREN PRICES:
- Children under 3 years old: free of charge, the family pays for the child's own expenses (if any). Families of 2 adults can only accompany 1 child for free, from the 2nd child and above must buy 1 tour ticket as 50% of the adult tour price, sharing a bed with parents.
- Children from 3-9 years old: 75% of the adult tour price, sharing bed with parents.
- Children from 10 years old and above: 100% of the adult tour price.
- In case children join the tour by plane, train ... Transportation fares will apply according to each airline from which the group departs.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
- Cancellations immediately after registration are charged 30% of the tour price.
- Cancellations made 10 days prior to departure are charged 50% of the tour price.
- Cancellations made 5 days prior to departure are charged 70% of the tour price.
- Cancellations made 3 days prior to departure are charged 100% of the tour price.
NOTE:
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Pick up and transfer just for the centrally located hotel/accommodation in Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
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We are not responsible for your lateness.
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Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat and the tour inclusions. Please advise the supplier if you have from 1 infant at time of booking.
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