Can Gio Monkey Island and Mangrove Biosphere Full-Day Tour in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Can Gio Monkey Island and Mangrove Biosphere Full-Day Tour

Outty Ranking 55 5.0 · 5 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $48000

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Is Can Gio Monkey Island and Mangrove Biosphere Full-Day Tour worth booking?

Can Gio Monkey Island and Mangrove Biosphere Full-Day Tour is a 8-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $48000 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
55 / 100
Rating
5/5 (5)
Duration
8 hours
From
$48000 per person

Escape the busy streets of Ho Chi Minh City and discover the natural beauty and unique history of Cần Giờ (Monkey Island) on this full-day adventure. Located within a UNESCO-listed mangrove biosphere reserve, Cần Giờ off

What you get

    About this experience

    Escape the busy streets of Ho Chi Minh City and discover the natural beauty and unique history of Cần Giờ (Monkey Island) on this full-day adventure. Located within a UNESCO-listed mangrove biosphere reserve, Cần Giờ offers a refreshing blend of wildlife, wartime history, and coastal relaxation. Get up close with over 1,000 playful monkeys in the lush mangrove forest, visit a crocodile conservation area, and experience an exciting speedboat ride to the historic Sac Guerrilla Camp hidden deep in the jungle. Learn about the challenging lives of soldiers during the war while exploring this fascinating site. Enjoy a delicious local lunch, browse fresh seafood at the lively market, and unwind by the beach with time to swim or relax at Cần Giờ Resort. This tour is the perfect combination of nature, culture, and local experience — all just a short journey from the city. Group Tour: The amount paid through the app is a deposit only. An additional 750,000 VND per person must be paid in cash

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    4 mentions

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

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Food and drink

    2 mentions

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

    Knowledge and storytelling

    1 mention

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Good for families

    1 mention

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

    Traveler reviews

    5 verified traveler reviews for Can Gio Monkey Island and Mangrove Biosphere Full-Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    629vesnav · October 2025

    Can Gio mangrove forest

    Totally recommend to visit the mangrove forest, and take a walk in the monkey island. My tour guide was Khoa, who did an amazing job in organising the trip efficiently.

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    Khoa P · August 2025

    Funny

    So wonderful tour today. We will come island by boat after that come to monkey island so funny and lunch so yummy. Khoa so friendly help us a lot and share more information .

    via Tripadvisor

    Scenic40440034162 · May 2025

    Pleasant journey for half a day

    Pleasant guide with great English. Seen lots of monkeys and they did not steal anything from us :) Great seafood at the lunch and great Jasmine tea.

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    Drieling1 · March 2025

    A wonderful tour. Highly recommended.

    This was now the fifth tour I booked with this company and this one was just as perfectly organized as everyone else. My special thanks go to Kieran and Ryan for making this day beautiful. The long drive seemed extraordinarily entertaining to me, as both provided me with a lot of information about the respective destinations. It was a very nice tour by ferry and boat to the respective destinations. When visiting Monkey Island, please be sure to follow the recommendations of the guides and leave all items in the car. I've seen three people have their glasses stolen from their heads by the monkeys in an unobserved moment. So: Have fun on this tour. It's a great experience.

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    Agnes0375 · June 2024

    Amazing local island, seafood market and forest tour by motorbike

    Wonderful full day tour to Thanh an island and can gio mangrove forest. Thanh an island is a small island. It is really local, very less people there. I saw some kids swimming and they have to take small boat to go to school. We also visited local seafood market. There are a lot of fresh seafood there. Finally, we visit can gio mangrove, walk through forest instead of machine boat because i have experience a lot by boat. Our guide Steve told us a lot of vietnam war. He is really nice, knowledgeable, caring us. The drivers are fun and helpful. We do this tour by motorbike. Highly recommended.

    Response from the operator: Dear , Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are thrilled to hear that you had a great time on the tour. it is always our goal to create memorable experiences for our clients. We are glad to know that we succeeded in doing so for you. Please feel free to contact us for any more detail and for making a booking. We would like to customize unique tours for you. Sincerely, Asher. WhatsApp/Facetime/ IMessage: +84 377 99 88 27 Email: Vietnamtours.customizetour@gmail.com

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    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 55

    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)23
    Booking momentum (14% weight)17
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)54
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Can Gio Monkey Island and Mangrove Biosphere Full-Day Tour: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Can Gio Monkey Island and Mangrove Biosphere Full-Day Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $48000 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 Monkey Island and Mangrove Biosphere Full-Day Tour take?

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    Plan for about 8 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 Monkey Island and Mangrove Biosphere Full-Day Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 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 Monkey Island and Mangrove Biosphere Full-Day Tour?

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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 Monkey Island and Mangrove Biosphere Full-Day Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Can Gio Monkey Island and Mangrove Biosphere Full-Day Tour?

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    Around 2 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-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Can Gio Monkey Island and Mangrove Biosphere Full-Day Tour 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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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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