Leave Ho Chi Minh City for a day among tidal creeks and macaques: paddle mangrove channels, visit Vam Sat Ecological Park, see crocodile conservation sites and enjoy fresh seafood at a local market.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The engine idles, dust lifts from the road and the city recedes into a green hush—mangroves begin to lean over muddy channels that seem to breathe. On this full-day run from Ho Chi Minh City you slide into quiet waterways by canoe and speedboat, eyes tracing a wake where kingfishers flicker and troops of long-tailed macaques inspect new arrivals.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7–8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short walks, brief canoe paddling and boarding a speedboat.
Wildlife
History
Can Gio served as a strategic coastal belt during the Vietnam War; today the area preserves both wartime sites and mangrove restoration projects.
Conservation
Can Gio is a UNESCO-recognized biosphere reserve with active mangrove replanting and wildlife rescue programs—visitors should avoid feeding wildlife outside designated areas and minimize plastic waste.
Reserve your spot on the Full Day Monkey Island Tour with Canoe in Can Gio Mangrove Forest today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring insect repellent
Mangrove edges and shaded boardwalks harbor mosquitoes—DEET or picaridin works best for extended protection.
Sun protection is critical
Open stretches and the boat deck offer little shade—use a hat, sunscreen and polarized sunglasses.
Cash for the market & tips
Small seafood stalls and local vendors may not accept cards—carry Vietnamese dong for purchases and gratuities.
Mind the mud and tides
Walks can be slippery; wear shoes that you don’t mind getting wet and follow guides during tidal changes.
Insect repellent
Protects against mosquitoes in shaded mangrove areas.
Quick-dry clothing & swimwear
Dries fast after canoeing or a swim at the local resort.
summer
Sunscreen & wide-brim hat
Prevents sunburn during open-boat stretches and outdoor lunch stops.
all
Small waterproof bag or dry sack
Keeps phone, cash and camera dry during boat transfers.