Phu My Port to Can Gio Biosphere Reserve – Monkey Island & Mangrove Forest Tour

Can Gio Biosphere Reserve
Can Gio Biosphere Reserve

If you’re searching for a refreshing escape from the busy streets of Ho Chi Minh City, the Can Gio – Monkey Island Tour from Phu My Port offers the perfect balance of nature, culture, and adventure. Known as the green lung of Saigon, Can Gio is a UNESCO-recognized biosphere reserve where mangrove forests, diverse wildlife, quiet fishing villages, and historical stories come together.

Just 1–1.5 hours from the city center, Can Gio is one of the most ideal destinations for families, groups of friends, schools, or companies seeking a peaceful day trip. For international travelers arriving through Phu My Port, this experience offers a rare chance to explore Vietnam’s coastal wilderness without long travel hours.

At Saigon Taste Tours, we focus on comfort, authenticity, and meaningful travel. Our guides are not just experts—they are your companions, sharing hidden history, local stories, and a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s natural and cultural heritage. Every moment is designed to be safe, personal, and unforgettable.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Can Gio Mangrove Forest
  • Visit Vam Sat, Monkey Island, and the Crocodile Reserve
  • Ride a canoe through dense mangrove forests
  • Learn about the historic Rung Sac Guerrilla Base
  • Enjoy scenic drives through peaceful landscapes
  • Feed playful monkeys (optional)
  • Visit Thanh An Island, a quiet fishing village

What to Expect on the Tour

1. Scenic Transfer from Phu My Port

Your journey begins with a comfortable transfer from your cruise dock to Can Gio. As you leave the city behind, the landscape slowly transitions from urban streets to peaceful coastal scenery. You’ll soon enter the vast UNESCO mangrove biosphere—one of the most important ecosystems in Vietnam.

2. Canoe Ride Through the Mangroves

Start your adventure with an exhilarating canoe ride deep into the mangrove forest. Glide past towering roots, dense greenery, and calm waterways as your guide explains the ecological importance of this unique habitat.

Mangrove forest
Mangrove forest

3. Visit Vam Sat – Monkey Island & Crocodile Sanctuary

Get up close with Can Gio’s most famous residents—the monkeys! You’ll have the chance to observe and feed them safely.

Monkey Island
Monkey Island

At the crocodile reserve, witness giant saltwater crocodiles resting in their natural environment from secure observation platforms.

The Crocodile Reserve
The Crocodile Reserve

4. Rung Sac Guerrilla Base

Step into history at the former guerrilla base hidden in the forest. Learn about the incredible survival stories of Vietnamese soldiers who lived and fought here during wartime.

Rung Sac Guerrilla Base
Rung Sac Guerrilla Base

5. Local Lunch

Around midday, enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant, featuring coastal specialties and fresh ingredients unique to the region.

6. Thanh An Island – Fishing Village Life

Discover a quiet island untouched by mass tourism.
Here, you will:

  • Walk the concrete path stretching across the sea
  • Explore peaceful fishing villages
  • Visit ports, boats, and local homes
  • Enjoy rustic, fresh seafood near the shoreline
Thanh An Island
Thanh An Island

7. Return to Ho Chi Minh City

After a full day of nature, culture, and new experiences, relax as we bring you safely back to your hotel or any preferred location within the city center.

Tour Inclusions

  • Private round-trip transfer
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off (HCMC)
  • Speedboat & canoe rides
  • English-speaking guide
  • All entrance tickets
  • Bottled water
  • Local Vietnamese lunch

Why Choose This Tour?

This Phu My Port shore excursion delivers more than sightseeing—it offers connection, culture, and authentic nature. From feeding monkeys to cruising the mangroves, from historical stories to peaceful village life, every moment brings you closer to a side of Vietnam that many visitors never see.

If you want to experience the beauty, depth, and spirit of southern Vietnam, this Can Gio – Monkey Island Tour is the perfect choice.