Discover Monkey Island - Can Gio – Nature Tour From Ho Chi Minh City

About this experience

Morning: 

Note: The order of the visited sites may be adjusted due to traffic conditions, weather, or the availability of space at the attractions, but all destinations will be included.

Highlights

• Visit Can Gio’s extensive mangrove forest and get a chance to see over 1,000 monkeys at Monkey Island in their natural habitat
• Trekking Adventure: Hike through dense forest trails to reach Rung Sac Base, a historic guerrilla camp hidden deep in the jungle
• Crocodile Encounter: Visit Hoa Ca Crocodile Farm, home to giant crocodiles that have been protected by locals since the Vietnam War
• Taste local specialties and wander through a colorful seafood market filled with fresh catches
• Take memorable photos with curious monkeys and the lush mangrove forest as your backdrop

What's included

• The bus
• Set lunch
• English – Vietnamese speaking tour guide
• Mineral water served in car
• Tickets of the attraction that are mentioned in the tour

How to use

1. Show Mobile Ticket
2. To tour guide
3. For more information, please contact us via Hotline / WhatsApp / WeChat / Line: +84 368 260 119/ +84 339 260 119

What to expect

Looking for a fun escape from Ho Chi Minh City? Join this exciting day trip to Can Gio Island, a peaceful nature getaway just outside the city. Visit Monkey Island, where you can feed and take photos with playful monkeys—one might even hop on your shoulder! Then, see crocodiles protected since the Vietnam War and try the optional crocodile fishing experience. Ride a speedboat through the lush mangrove jungle to the “Sac” guerrilla base and explore this historic site, recognized by UNESCO as a vital biosphere reserve. After a morning full of adventure, stroll through the local seafood market and enjoy a delicious local lunch. Before heading back, unwind and soak up the sun with some free time at a nearby swimming pool—a perfect end to your Can Gio journey.

Walking through the quiet forest, you’ll feel small and humbled by the vastness of nature

Visit Monkey Island, home to over 1,000 monkeys—feed them and snap fun photos

Explore Hoa Ca Crocodile Reserve and see crocodiles up close in a safe environment

You can also try crocodile fishing (optional, at your own expense)

Trek 25 minutes through the shaded mangrove forest to reach Rung Sac Base

You can opt for a 10-minute speedboat ride (not included), available when the tide allows

Explore war relics in Rung Sac forest and uncover its historical significance

Visit a local seafood market where you can sample the fresh catch and shop for ocean delights

Enjoy a tasty local lunch featuring fresh Vietnamese specialties

Things to note

• The tour involves a fair amount of walking and climbing. It might not be suitable for people with mobility issues.
• The best time to visit is during the dry season (November to April) when the weather is more predictable and the conditions are more comfortable.
• Wear comfortable, light clothing and walking shoes for hot and humid weather.
• Bring insect repellent, sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses.
• Protect your belongings from monkeys. Children should be closely supervised at all times, especially around the monkeys.
• Respect nature and local communities.

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