Top Experiences in Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve

Can Gio is indeed a fascinating destination with its unique wetland ecosystem and diverse flora and fauna. As a Biosphere Reserve recognized by UNESCO, it offers visitors the opportunity to explore a distinct environment.

Experience the Can Gio mangrove forest, with an area of 75,740 hectares and over 150 botanical species. Whilst there you will learn of the locals' lives, explore lush forests and even visit an island inhabited by monkeys.
Explore a new land and challenge yourself
Learn about the typical flora of mangrove forest and the other types of fauna at the local fishing hamlet
Enjoying the fresh air and understand the locals’ daily lives living along the river banks

Joining Private Can Gio 1 Day Tour, VN Bike Tour assures that you will have a chance to explore a new land and challenge yourself. Can Gio is a wetland located about 40 km southeast of Ho Chi Minh City. In 2000, this area is officially recognized as the Biosphere Reserve Zone by UNESCO with the typical flora and fauna of the mangroves. Can Gio Biosphere Reserve Zone was formed on the vast delta of 3 rivers: Dong Nai, Saigon and Vam Co Dong.

Can Gio mangrove forest with a very special environmental condition is an combination of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystem as well as an mixture of freshwater and saltwater ecosystem. The forest area is 75,740 hectares, with over 150 botanical species.

Rung Sat tourist area is an eco-tourism area which attracts the most tourists among the mangrove biosphere reserves in Can Gio.
-Pick up guests at the agency. Depart for Can Gio
- At the foot of Dan Xay Bridge
- Arrive at Lam Vien - Can Gio
- Trekking through the forest to reach the Rung Sac base and visit the guerrilla camp built in the deep forest
- Explore Hoa Ca crocodile farm and meet huge crocodiles that locals have been protecting since the Vietnam War
- Visit Can Gio’s extensive mangrove forest and get a chance to see over 1,000 monkeys at Monkey Island in their natural habitat
- The speed boat to visit the mangroves and the Sac Forest Revolution Base (self-pay)
- When you go to Can Gio beach on 30/4, you can enjoy fresh seafood dishes, always ready to serve at seafood restaurants along the coast (self-pay).
- Have lunch at a local restaurant – trying the speciality of Southern Vietnam’s cuisine

Can Gio Biosphere Reserve is a wetland located 40 km southeast of Ho Chi Minh City. This reserve has been listed the biosphere reserve by UNESCO. The site is an important wildlife sanctuary in Vietnam as it is characterized by a wetland biosystem dominated by mangrove and many rare species.

The forest’s area is 75,740 ha, with over 150 botanical species.

Can Gio is located in Ho Chi Minh. This is also the only district of Ho Chi Minh City that is bordered by the sea. Because the four sides are the sea and the river, Can Gio is like a green island of the sea and is also considered as the lung of Saigon City. Visit here, you can immerse in the fresh clean air with green trees, rivers which completely helps refresh your soul.

Arrive in Vam Sat Eco Park, where you see natural habitat as well as enjoy crab fishing and bird-watching for exotic local and migratory species. You can also enjoy another mangrove jungle walk. Crocodile fishing could challenge your fishing skill.
The mangroves forest in Can Gio possesses a high biodiversity with more than 200 species of fauna and 52 species of flora. The effects of the recent wars on these ecosystems have been devastating and large efforts have been made by local people to rehabilitate the mangroves. When we visit monkey island, you will be very surprised and realized that monkeys are everywhere on the island. The monkeys agilely move on the trees, run on the ground, move toward visitors and look at them with curious eyes. Some monkeys are quite friendly and cute, but some are crazy. When visiting the island, you should obey the rule with staying within a certain distance from them and don’t touch or feed them

Vam Sat Ecotourism is a core zone in the Can Gio district founded in 2000 and, on 21 January 2000, recognized UNESCO Vam Sat as Vietnam’s first Biosphere Reserve.

It has been recognized for the diversity of typical mangrove forest plants and aquatic animal systems, making it an excellent natural landscape biodiversity destination for studying and discovering nature. There are two species conservation zones in Vam Sat eco-tourism.

Can Gio mangrove forest with a very special environmental condition is an combination of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystem as well as an mixture of freshwater and saltwater ecosystem. The forest area is 75,740 hectares, with over 150 botanical species.

Highlights:
• Explore Monkey Island.
• Visit the Crocodile farm and other wild animals in the mangrove forest.
• Visit Vietnamese base in the war.
• Enjoy and buy local specialities.

Explore Vietnam’s UNESCO recognized mangrove forest reserve, in Ho Chi Minh City! Covering about 40 thousand hectares of planted and natural mangroves, this lush area is regarded as the “green lungs” of the city. Venture through its vastness on this tour, stopping off at a bird reserve, crocodile swamp and Monkey Island along the way.

Highlights:
- Travel by boat to Vam Sat Eco-Tourist Zone to take a peek at its natural bird reserve
- Check out some cute baby crocodiles and learn about their incubation at Crocodile Swamp
- Stop off at the bat lagoon before climbing to Tang Bong Tower to take in the panoramic beauty of the biosphere reserve below
- Look out for monkeys (there are thousands of them here!)
- Visit the war-time hiding place of the north Vietnam military - Vam Sat Zone

At 7:30 AM, our guide will pick you up at your hotel and roam the roads of saigon to head to Can Gio land. The most special thing left in saigon now is that we have to travel by ferry from saigon to Can Gio province. This land is formed from mangrove forests and is home to many wild animals such as birds, monkeys, crocodiles and especially crabs (a specialty of this land). Our drivers will take you to visit Monkey Island (which is home to hundreds of monkeys and also where guerrilla fighters hid during the Vietnam War). After that, our group will have lunch and visit Can Gio market. This is where hundreds of types of local seafood are sold every day. We will continue to travel to visit Can Gio beach and visit Cao Dai pagoda. then we will return to Ho Chi Minh city to finish the journey.

The tour is expected to last between 7 and 8 hours, with the
round trip transfer taking approximately 4 hours.
Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve is a wetland located in the coastal district southeast of Ho Chi Minh City. Listed in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves by UNESCO, Can Gio is one of the most important wetland of Vietnam, hosting more than 200 species of fauna and 52 species of flora. There are many activities to do such as visiting Monkey Island, taking a boat tour, and exploring the mangrove forest. We specially customized this experience to fit your desire of a truly eco-tour.

We are proud to introduce an eco-adventure Can Gio forest tour to the mangrove forests of the Can Gio UNESCO Biosphere Reserve! Your scenic speedboat journey will take you from the heart of Saigon to the dense riverside jungles of idyllic Can Gio, via the verdant green canals of the Mekong Delta with beautiful landscapes. It is sure this is an enjoyable trip.

The 4-day package tour will guide you through the popular attractions of Ho Chi Minh, such as the Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve, Cu Chi Tunnels, and the city itself. During the city tour, you can opt for either the classic sightseeing experience or a food-focused exploration. The trip encompasses airport pick-up and drop-off, accommodation at a 4-star hotel with daily breakfast, transportation via a luxurious TiimLimo limousine, 2 provided lunches, and all entrance fees.

Listed in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves by UNESCO, Can Gio is one of the most important wetland of Vietnam, hosting more than 200 species of fauna and 52 species of flora. We specially customized this experience to fit your desire of a truly eco-tour.

40 km away from Ho Chi Minh City (1.5-hour drive)

Can Gio mangrove forest with a very special environmental condition is an combination of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystem as well as an mixture of freshwater and saltwater ecosystem. The forest area is 75,740 hectares, with over 150 botanical species.

Discover a mangrove forest and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve only 25 miles (40 km) from Ho Chi Minh City, and spend the day discovering the country's wildlife and scenic landscapes. A boat trip along a Can Gio river, entrance fees, and lunch are all included in this full-day, small-group tour from Saigon.
Vam Sat Mangrove Forest - VIP Private Tour from Ho Chi Minh City are ideal for those who want to avoid crowded touristy buses and want to have luxury 5-star services.
Option 1: Transfer by limo with beer and snacks served in the car.
Option 2: Transfer by private car/van

- Boarding the canoe to appreciate the Soai Rap River landscapes and the typical flora and fauna of the Vam Sat mangrove forest.
- Witnessing thousands of water birds covering the sky.
- Admiring the beautiful panoramic of view Mangrove Biosphere Reserve

Many visitors may choose Saigon as an ideal destination for its high class recreation facilities and bustling atmosphere of a crazy center, in fact, Ho Chi Minh City offers more than what you have expected, such as peaceful atmosphere that you cannot find elsewhere. To explore it, you should join in the amazing full day tour of Can Gio Eco forest from Ho Chi Minh City.

Can Gio Mangrove Forest Expedition: On a fast boat, tour the Can Gio Mangrove Forest, a Biosphere Reserve recognized by UNESCO. Observe the diverse flora and fauna of this exceptional natural setting for a sense of the region's thriving biological variety.
"Tang Bong" Tower Panorama: Ascend the "Tang Bong" Tower for a sweeping panoramic view of the Can Gio Mangrove Forest. This vantage point offers an awe-inspiring perspective of the lush greenery and intricate waterways that define the landscape.
Thrilling Crocodile Farm Adventure: Visit the Hoa Ca Crocodile Farm for an up-close encounter with these ancient reptiles. Engage in thrilling games and try your hand at crocodile fishing aboard a yacht, creating an exhilarating experience that combines education and excitement.