Can Gio Mangrove Forest Exploration & SUP Paddling 

CAN GIO MANGROVE FOREST EXPLORATION 1 DAY $58/PAX

Escape the hustle of Ho Chi Minh City and journey into the tranquil Can Gio Mangrove Forest, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. This immersive tour offers a perfect balance of outdoor adventure and cultural discovery. Enjoy forest trekking, SUP paddling, and meaningful insights into Vietnam’s rare mangrove ecosystem—where nature, wildlife, and local life coexist in harmony 

Tour Highlights:

• Explore the UNESCO-listed Can Gio Mangrove Forest

• SUP paddling through quiet mangrove canals

• Light forest trekking and wildlife observation

• Visit a local area and learn about mangrove conservation

07h30: The minivan will pick you up at the meeting spot and take you to Can Gio. Enjoy views of local life and riverside scenery along the way. It takes roughly two hours to get there.

09h30: Mangrove Exploration

Visit the Can Gio SUP Station and meet your local guide. Begin your forest adventure and learn about the unique mangrove ecosystem.

• Trek along scenic forest trails

• Enjoy local-style experiences: catch mud creepers (ốc len) and observe fiddler crabs in the wild

• Move toward the river area to begin your water activities

SUP Paddling & Floating House Experience

Glide through peaceful mangrove waterways on a 2-person Stand-Up Paddleboard. Take in the quiet scenery, then stop at a floating house for a refreshing river swim.

Optional activity: Try casting a fishing net like a local (available for groups of 20+ and dependent on tide conditions)

12h00: Riverside Lunch
Relax and enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local riverside restaurant. Vegetarian options are available upon request.

14h00: Biosphere Museum & Viewpoint Tower
Visit the Can Gio Biosphere Museum and discover the area’s diverse plant and animal life. Then climb the 36-meter observation tower for a panoramic view of the lush mangrove landscape.

15h30: Return to Ho Chi Minh City
Depart Can Gio and arrive back in Ho Chi Minh City at approximately 17:30

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:

• Round-trip transportation from District 1, HCMC

• English-speaking guide

• Stand-up paddleboard (2 guests per board)

• All listed activities

• On-site safety support team

• Lunch at a local restaurant

TOUR PRICE EXCLUDES:

• Personal expenses and services not mentioned

• Beverages during lunch

• Tips for guide and driver (optional)

• No outside food allowed at the restaurant
  
  

🎒 What to Bring:

• Lightweight clothing and comfortable walking shoes

• Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent

• Swimwear and towel for water activities

• Waterproof phone pouch (optional)

📌 Notes:

• This tour requires a minimum of 4 guests to operate

Enjoy your trip!