Summary:

• Duration: Full-day
• 8:00 – 17:00 (customizable)
• Departs: Saigon - Ends: Saigon

Highlights:

• Ferry ride
• Speedboat ride along Saigon River
• Crocodile fishing
• Monkey island
• Authentic Vietnamese dishes
• And more...

Overview:

Located around 65km southeast of Saigon, Can Gio ecological & biosphere conservation has been considered as the green lung of the city. The mangrove has been acting as a barrier to help prevent the coastal erosion and the rise of sea level in Saigon River, as well as protect the city from annual storms and typhoons.

With the size of over 70.000 hectares of mangroves, it is the second largest mangroves forest in Vietnam, and has been recognized as one of the world’s 65 most sustainable eco-tourism destinations. Since 2000, the mangrove has been listed as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.

Can Gio has emerged as a very popular destination for travelers who would love to immerse in nature and green for its rich and diversity species of fauna, flora and wildlife.

Itinerary:

Pickup: 8:00 - at your hotel in Saigon Downtown

• Head off for Can Gio (65km, or 1.5 hours) via Binh Khanh ferry
• Upon arrival at Dan Xay bridge (50km from Saigon), embark a private speedboat (over an hour) to enjoy a stunning and scenic view of the conservation interlaced with hundreds of tributaries of Nha Be (Saigon) River
• Our speedboat ride includes some short breaks to visit a bats lagoon- with thousands of bats hanging on the mangroves (limited access during breeding season)
• Climb up the observation deck for a picturesque view of this vast conservation
• Experience some unforgettable moments of crocodiles fishing!
• Hop back on your speedboat and cruise back to the bridge
• Stop at a local restaurant near Can Gio beach (10km, muddy beach, not for swimming) for a beautiful seafood lunch
• After lunch, we will visit the monkey's island

Drop-off: 17:00 – at your hotel in Saigon where our service ends

*Rates are in USD per person. Your payment will be converted into VND in accordance with Vietnam's Commercial Law.

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**Online transaction/wiring/banking fees are NOT included in the tour prices.

Included:

• Modern air-conditioned private vehicle
• Lunch as indicated at a local restaurant
• Private speedboat as specified
• Crocodile fishing fee and baits
• All entrance fees for specified stops
• Professional English-speaking guide
• 2 bottles of mineral water per person

 Not included:

• Drinks, meals and any other incurred expenses, that are not mentioned above
• Personal travel insurance
• Tipping – tipping is optional. If you enjoyed our guide’s and driver’s service and decided to offer a tip, we would really appreciate your effort to hand over the tip to our guide and our driver separately so they both could appropriately express their thanks to you at the same time

Disclaimer:

• Watch out! There are so many monkeys in the island and some of them are very naughty. They know how to steal your stuff and food
• Proper shoes or sandals are required for this trip as you have to get on and off the speedboat quite a few times
• The speedboat is not covered! You are advised to get yourselves well covered, and bring some sun-cream
• Should you be dissatisfied with the services provided by your local guide or driver, please let us know. Thank you
• There will be no shopping on this tour!

Extra notes:

• To all future visitors to Vietnam: please keep in mind that tap water is ABSOLUTELY NOT safe to drink whether at homestays, hotels or 5-star resorts.
• We only run private and customizable tours. There isn't a group tour option nor do we team our guests up for a group.
• We offer free pickup and drop-off from District 1, 3, 4, 5, 10 and Phu Nhuan. Pickup/drop-off outside of this area and airport transfers are subject to extra charges.
• Some of the stops can be slightly changed, depends on actual time of travel
• While traveling with us, your luggage will be safe in the car with our driver. However, we are NOT responsible for your money, jewelries, cell phones, and any other valuable belongings

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