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Can Gio Mangrove and Monkey Island Trek in Ho Chi Minh City

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Activity provider: SST Travel
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full-day tour in Ho Chi Minh City, taking in Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve, Can Gio and Chợ hải sản Cần Giờ. Run by SST Travel, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Ferry
  • Bus/coach
  • Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve
  • Can Gio
  • Runs 9 hours
  • Hotel pickup (center of district 1, within about 1km from SST Office for Small Group; District 3 &4 is only for DCAR - VIP tour)

Can Gio Mangrove and Monkey Island Trek in Ho Chi Minh City: Key Facts

PriceFrom $62.58 per person
Duration9 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 9-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, built around Ferry, Bus/coach and Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve. It is run by SST Travel, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

The price covers Hotel pickup, Transportation provided based on your selected option, Round-trip ferry ticket, Set Lunch and Entrance fee. It does not cover Tips and other expenses not mentioned in the package, Speed boat fee to Sac guerilla: VND 900,000 per boat and Holiday surcharge applies, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Hotel pickup in Ho Chi Minh City. SST Travel confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with SST Travel before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting/pickup location

Depends on the selected option

Ferry

(15 minutes)

Bus/coach

(1.5 hours)

Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Scenic views on the way, Wildlife viewing (2.5 hours)

Can Gio

Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Lunch, Guided tour, Free time, Self-guided tour (1.5 hours)

Chợ hải sản Cần Giờ

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk, Food market visit (1 hour)

5 drop-off locations

District 5, District 1, District 3, District 4, SST TRAVEL

Detailed Itinerary

Starting/pickup location: Depends on the selected option

Ferry: (15 minutes)

Bus/coach: (1.5 hours)

Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Scenic views on the way, Wildlife viewing (2.5 hours)

Can Gio: Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Lunch, Guided tour, Free time, Self-guided tour (1.5 hours)

Chợ hải sản Cần Giờ: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk, Food market visit (1 hour)

5 drop-off locations: District 5, District 1, District 3, District 4, SST TRAVEL

Includes

  • Hotel pickup (center of district 1, within about 1km from SST Office for Small Group; District 3 &4 is only for DCAR - VIP tour)
  • Transportation provided based on your selected option
  • Round-trip ferry ticket
  • Set Lunch
  • Entrance fee
  • Entry/Admission - Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Bottled water
  • Wet tissue

Excludes

  • Tips and other expenses not mentioned in the package
  • Speed boat fee to Sac guerilla: VND 900,000 per boat (up to 6 passengers per boat)
  • Holiday surcharge applies (please see Important Information)

Important information

Meeting point

Hotel pickup in Ho Chi Minh City. SST Travel confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in.

Weather

This runs outdoors, so the operator can call it off for rain, wind or sea conditions, and that decision is usually made on the day. If they cancel, you choose: another date, or your money back in full. We do not keep a booking fee on a tour that did not run.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 9 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Starting from $62.58
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Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4.7/5
based on 705 reviews
Guide
4.8/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Alicja
September 11, 2026

Khoa was phenomenal! He gave us a lot of backstory and insight. Had lots of fun facts about the monkeys and crocodiles. Would highly recommend for a chill day out of Sajgon

5
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Tina
August 25, 2026

We are a family of three and we had an excellent time. Our tour guide Noah was very friendly and knowledgeable. He answers all of our questions. This tour was worth the money. Food was delicious too. I would recommend this tour for everybody.

5
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Mathilde
August 24, 2026

Super trip! Theo was wonderfull, funny and very interesting. We saw a lot of monkeys, you feed them that is so nice! Would recommend 100%

5
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Anna
August 23, 2026

The Tour was great. Seven, our Tour Guide, was an amazing and everything was so overwhelming :)

5
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Luca
August 10, 2026

Our female guide, Sam, was excellent at giving instructions and explanations. The monkeys are really cute, but you have to be careful with various items (smartphones, hats, bags, glasses, etc.)—it is best not to leave them too exposed, especially in front of the alpha monkeys. The guide did a great job of letting us know when we could use our phones and take photos. She was also very knowledgeable about the guerrilla camp and handled the rest of the excursion—including the river boat trip, the visit to the fish market, and the temple visit—expertly.

5
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Frederic
August 9, 2026

Fantastic day out with the excellent guidance of Sam !

5
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John
August 5, 2026

Sam was an amazing help and a great guide - John and Matthew

5
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Miroslav
July 31, 2026

Great trip, perfect experience. Especially the guide Sam was great. Helpful, always looking after us, just there when you needed her.

5
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Sarah
July 31, 2026

We had an amazing time on our guided tour to the monkey sanctuary. Sam was our guide and she was fantastic. She explained everything thoroughly, gave us lots of time to explore, and had a great sense of humor. Elise planned a great trip and we will definitely book with SST tours again!

5
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Narelle
July 26, 2026

Theo was an amazing guide, going above and beyond. Theos knowledge of the areas was high and was able to answer all.of our questions. Our driver was an expert in all road conditions. we encountered some minor flash flooding from a brief storm and it was nomproblem at all. I can honestly highly recommend SST Tours

5
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Joe
July 25, 2026

The trip was fantastic! Khoa Khanh, our guide, was extremely knowledgeable and made us feel comfortable from start to finish. He was able to tell us what to expect and helped us with advice along the way. Communication before the trip was clear and helpful. Pick up was slightly late due to traffic and they messaged to confirm this which was really helpful. 100% recommend this trip!

5
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Stanley
July 18, 2026

the trip was brilliant, really fun. the monkeys are staying in humane conditions and can wander wherever they please in the vast mangrove forest. the crocodile exhibit was great. Athough it was maybe a little small, the crocodiles seemed to be thriving. our tour guide Mia was fantastic. she was funny, friendly and informative, and definitely made our trip a 10/10. the special forces base deep in the mangroves was also great, it has been dutifully restored to its condition during the war, and we really got a sense of how difficult life was for the heroes of the NVA and VC. The food too was grea

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hotel pickup in Ho Chi Minh City. SST Travel confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. The collection window is usually a little wider than a fixed minute, because the driver is working a route around several hotels.
The price does not cover tips and other expenses not mentioned in the package, speed boat fee to sac guerilla: vnd 900,000 per boat (up to 6 passengers per boat) and holiday surcharge applies (please see important information). Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Expect uneven ground, mud after rain and some climbing. Trainers with grip are the minimum and walking boots are better. The pace follows the group, so tell your guide early if you want it slower rather than at the point you are struggling.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Hotel pickup (center of district 1, within about 1km from SST Office for Small Group; District 3 &4 is only for DCAR - VIP tour), Transportation provided based on your selected option, Round-trip ferry ticket, Set Lunch, Entrance fee, Entry/Admission - Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve, Professional English-speaking guide, Bottled water, Wet tissue
The duration of the Can Gio Mangrove and Monkey Island Trek in Ho Chi Minh City is typically 9 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$62.58