Explore Can Gio Mangrove Forest, meet wild monkeys, discover a historic jungle base, visit a crocodile farm, and enjoy authentic Southern Vietnamese cuisine on a full-day trip from Ho Chi Minh City.
Escape the busy streets of Ho Chi Minh City and discover the natural and cultural highlights of Can Gio, a unique mangrove destination just outside the city.
On this full-day Can Gio tour, explore Monkey Island, where more than 1,000 monkeys roam freely in their natural habitat. Continue into the mangrove forest to discover Rung Sac Military Base, a historic guerrilla camp hidden deep within the jungle. You’ll also visit a local crocodile farm and have the opportunity to try crocodile fishing at your own expense.
The experience continues with a delicious Vietnamese lunch and a visit to Can Gio Seafood Market, where you can see a wide variety of fresh seafood sold locally.
Why Choose This Can Gio Day Tour?
Monkey Island – See hundreds of monkeys living freely in the mangrove environment.
Can Gio Mangrove Forest – Experience one of the area’s distinctive natural landscapes.
Rung Sac Military Base – Trek through the forest to this historic jungle site.
Hoa Ca Crocodile Farm – See large crocodiles and optionally try crocodile fishing.
Mangrove adventure – Walk through the forest or choose an optional canoe ride.
Vietnamese lunch – Enjoy Southern Vietnamese specialties at a local restaurant.
Can Gio Seafood Market – Explore a local market filled with fresh seafood.
Can Gio Day Tour Itinerary
7:30–8:00 AM – Pick-up in Ho Chi Minh City
Meet your guide and depart from Ho Chi Minh City for Can Gio.
9:30 AM – Monkey Island
Arrive in Can Gio and visit Monkey Island. Explore the mangrove surroundings and observe monkeys roaming freely in their natural habitat.
10:00 AM – Hoa Ca Crocodile Farm
Visit Hoa Ca Crocodile Farm and see giant crocodiles. Crocodile fishing is available as an optional activity at your own expense.
10:30 AM – Rung Sac Military Base
Take a roughly 25-minute trek through the mangrove forest to reach Rung Sac Military Base.
For guests who prefer not to trek, an optional 10-minute canoe ride is available at their own expense.
Lunch – Local Vietnamese Cuisine
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and taste specialties from Southern Vietnamese cuisine.
Afternoon – Can Gio Seafood Market
Explore Can Gio Seafood Market, where a variety of fresh seafood is available at local prices.
5:00 PM – Return to Ho Chi Minh City
Your Can Gio day trip ends with your return to Ho Chi Minh City.
What’s Included
* Admission to attractions
* English/Vietnamese-speaking guide
* Lunch
* Bottled drinking water
* Round-trip ferry ticket
What’s Not Included
* Personal expenses
* Tips and gratuities
* Travel insurance
* Speedboat fee
* Optional crocodile fishing
* Optional canoe ride to Rung Sac Military Base
Important Information
The itinerary may be adjusted depending on actual conditions, while the scheduled attractions will still be included.
Tour: Can Gio Day Tour
Departure: Ho Chi Minh City
Frequency: Daily
Pick-up: Approximately 7:30–8:00 AM
Return: Approximately 5:00 PM