Can Gio Beautiful Nature Mangrove Forest Day Trip in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Can Gio Beautiful Nature Mangrove Forest Day Trip

Outty Ranking 72 4.9 · 37 traveler reviews8.3 hoursFrom $53

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72/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

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4.9/5

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Is Can Gio Beautiful Nature Mangrove Forest Day Trip worth booking?

Can Gio Beautiful Nature Mangrove Forest Day Trip is a 8.3-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $53 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 37 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
72 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (37)
Duration
8.3 hours
From
$53 per person

Can Gio Beautiful Nature mangrove forests, brackish water swamps, wetlands, salt marshes, mud flats, sea-grasses… which are habitats for extremely diverse species. Can Gio is of extreme importance to the natural environm

What you get

  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

About this experience

Can Gio Beautiful Nature mangrove forests, brackish water swamps, wetlands, salt marshes, mud flats, sea-grasses… which are habitats for extremely diverse species. Can Gio is of extreme importance to the natural environment of Ho Chi Minh City and the vicinity, and Can Gio is listed to the UNESCO Global Biosphere Reserve. During the war, Can Gio sheltered an important guerrilla force who launched several battles into Saigon and the nearby areas. Our day tour helps you with an escape out of Ho Chi Minh City into the amazing wilderness which is just nearby.

What's included

Included

  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

What you'll see and do

  1. Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve

    7:45am: Pick up at your hotel and transfer to Can Gio, visit Forest Park (60-km) drive out of Ho Chi Minh. Upon arrival, make your first stop at "Money United," for the opportunity to see and play with the multitude of long-tailed monkeys. Then, head to crocodile farm to get up close to these prehistoric creatures. As you continue to wander through the Mangrove Forest, keep your eye out of other wildlife among the lush greenery and calm water. Next, hop on board your speed boat for an exhilarating ride through the jungle. As you speed through the waterways, appreciate the untouched scenery of Can Gio National Park.

    300 minutes here

  2. Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve

    Following your boat ride, visit the Vietnam War Base while tuning into your expert guide's historical insights. At midday, stop at a popular lunch destination among locals, Can Gio Resort Restaurant, to savor an authentic Vietnamese meal. Following lunch, feel free to spend some time relaxing before going to Can Gio Market. Here, you can practice your bargaining skills among the craft, food, and textile vendors. After that back to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh at around 17:00. Tour includes Transfer by air-conditioned bus Speed boat ride English-speaking guide Lunch of local dishes Bottled water Hotel pick-up and drop off (in district 1)

    180 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.

Options you can book

  • Can Gio Beautiful Nature

    Can Gio Beautiful Nature Pickup included

  • Top Luxury Tour Mekong Delta 1

    cook class from a local chef.: How to cook class from a local chef. Enjoy a barbecue Vietnamese food lunch and you'll learn. Explore the village with bike : Explore the village with bike visit orchards, dragon fruit, grapefruit, oranges, guava... and see beautiful rice fields Duration: 8 hours BBQ Lunch My Tho- Ben Tre - Long An : journey to My Tho- Ben Tre - Long An bus, boat, bike Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 10 travelers per booking
Operated by
Vietnam To Travel

Know before you go

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Example: We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 37 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

6 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Food and drink

6 mentions

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

Knowledge and storytelling

4 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Good for families

2 mentions

Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

Traveler reviews

37 verified traveler reviews for Can Gio Beautiful Nature Mangrove Forest Day Trip. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Girish M · July 2024

Vegan Tourist

Thank you Banoi. It was a great experience of cycling and cooking. We will suggest it to other people too. The lunch offered was incredible. Vegan are most welcomed.

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103sakshamp · May 2024

Eventful day at Mekong Delta

We had an amazing day at mekong river delta, including a trip to family tiny garden where we tried our hand at cooking Vietnamese pancakes and then exploring thoi son island. Our guide, Milo, was fantastic and very knowledgeable. He helped us throughout the day and was very entertaining as well. Highly recommend this tour!

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Deyan C · April 2024

Nice, comfortable and relax one day tour.

The tour was great and relax. Our guide Milo was nice he has lots of knowledge to tell us and provide a good service. We had a happy relax 1 day trip learnt a lot from the journey. Driver was good as well.

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Explore62668 · March 2024

Drinking wine with snake inside

Milo the tour guide was very informative with his knowledge of the tour. Went out of his way to show other tourists about the culture

Response from the operator: Dear Mrs Thank you so much for writing a review of your trip Mekong Delta Full-day Tour Village Bike & Cooking classes. Wish you have a wonderful vacation in Vietnam.

via Tripadvisor

carriewS3877RU · February 2024

Mekong River tour

It is value for money. Did so much stuff. Lunch is generous and nice. Tour guide Milo is nice, friendly and funny. We did boat ride, bike riding and visited candy making workshop etc. Listened to folk music and tried lemon honey tea. We got picked up and dropped off from the hotel.

Response from the operator: Thank you so much for writing a review of your trip today, it's good to know that you're fully enjoying our trip. Wish you have a wonderful vacation in Vietnam.

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
8.3 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
1+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$53 to $190
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
13
Verdict
Strongly Recommended

Why this scores 72

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
Review evidence (18% weight)47
Booking momentum (14% weight)40
Value for money (12% weight)71
Listing quality (10% weight)92
Local standing (8% weight)54
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Can Gio Beautiful Nature Mangrove Forest Day Trip: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ho Chi Minh City.

How much does Can Gio Beautiful Nature Mangrove Forest Day Trip cost?

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Prices start at $53 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ho Chi Minh City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Can Gio Beautiful Nature Mangrove Forest Day Trip take?

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Plan for about 8.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ho Chi Minh City is not rushed.

Is Can Gio Beautiful Nature Mangrove Forest Day Trip worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 37 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ho Chi Minh City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Can Gio Beautiful Nature Mangrove Forest Day Trip?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Can Gio Beautiful Nature Mangrove Forest Day Trip suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8.3-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Can Gio Beautiful Nature Mangrove Forest Day Trip?

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Around 13 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ho Chi Minh City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ho Chi Minh City and add a light layer if any part of the 8.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Can Gio Beautiful Nature Mangrove Forest Day Trip start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ho Chi Minh City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Ho Chi Minh City?

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On Outty we rank every Ho Chi Minh City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Adventure Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour From HCM, Cu Chi Tunnels Small-Group Tour: Vietnam War Underground Network, Cu Chi underground tour - Learn Vietnam war with others. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Ho Chi Minh City?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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