Can Gio: Monkey Island & Birds Nest Soup Tasting
ID: GYG194951-302399
Category:
Country: Vietnam
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Visit Can Gio Mangrove forest with an experienced guide and enjoy a trip to Monkey Island. Spot an abundance of wildlife in the forest whilst driving on a speedboat and get the chance to try bird's nest soup.
Start your day of adventure bright and early at 7:45 AM - your comfortable, air-conditioned van will take you on a 37-mile cruise outside of Ho Chi Minh city to your first stop, Monkey United.
Once you arrive at Monkey United, your tour guide will take you to the entrance of the preserve where your tour will start. Once inside you will have the opportunity to see and play with a multitude of Long-Tailed monkeys. Get up close and personal to these fun and delightful creatures.
Next, you will head to the Crocodile Farm. Here you will be able to get close to these prehistoric creatures. Marvel at their strength and size and even get a chance to see them eat. As you wander through the Mangrove Forest, you can keep your eye out for all sorts of other wildlife that live in the water and along the banks of the river. Follow your trip to the Crocodile Farm with a trip on a speedboat. Hop on board and go through a pleasant cruise along the river that makes its way through the jungle. Appreciate the untouched scenery of Can Gio National Park.
Continue on your tour to a Vietnam War base, here, your expert guide will provide you with many fascinating historical insights. At midday, you will visit a popular lunch destination that is a favorite amongst the locals - Phuong Nam restaurant. Following lunch, feel free to spend some time relaxing or enjoying a swim by the pool before going to Can Gio Market. Here, you can practice your bargaining skills among the craft, food, and textile vendors.
Finally, wind down the day with a convenient ride to the Vietnamese Swiftlet Farming Village. There, you will have a great chance to taste Vietnamese bird's nest soup, one of the world's most expensive foods. Finish the day with a trip back to your accommodation in Ho Chi Minh.
Highlights
- Play with long-tailed monkeys
- Enjoy a jungle speedboat ride through Can Gio National Park
- Visit Ex-Vietnam Base used in the war
- Haggle with locals at Can Gio market
- Taste the swift bird's nest soup
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Vegetarian option available
• Points of interest can be changed without notice due to the tide of the river but will ensure all the main attractions will be visited
• Please inform of afternoon flight departure at time of booking
• Insect repellent, sun cream and swimsuit are recommended
Pick-up available from your accommodation in District 1.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.