Con Dao Island 4-Day Tour from Ho Chi Minh city

Dinner included

02:30 – Departure from Ho Chi Minh City
Start your journey before dawn with a comfortable sleeper bus ride from District 1 to Tran De Port. Rest on board and wake up near the coast, ready to catch the morning boat to Con Dao. If you prefer to arrive early, we can arrange a guesthouse stay near the port.

07:30 – 10:30 – Boat to Con Dao Island
Enjoy the scenic ride across the sea (duration may vary with weather). Take in the fresh ocean breeze and calm yourself for the adventure ahead.

14:30 – Local Lunch & Orientation
Arrive at the island and settle into the slow rhythm of island life. Grab lunch at one of the recommended local eateries and take your time exploring the charming port town.

15:00 – Snorkeling Over Coral Gardens
Head to Bay Canh Island where colorful coral reefs flourish beneath the waves. Dive into crystal-clear waters, swim alongside tropical fish, and gain a deeper understanding of how climate change affects these fragile ecosystems.

16:30 – Sea Turtle Conservation Experience
Walk through the island’s mangroves and visit the sea turtle incubation site. Discover the full life cycle of sea turtles, and how rangers protect eggs from threats like poachers, rising tides, and changing temperatures. Hear stories of returning mothers and their timeless connection to this place.

18:00 – Dinner at the Ranger Station
Enjoy a simple, hearty dinner shared with forest rangers, as you prepare for one of the most meaningful nights of the journey.

19:30 – 03:00 – Night Wildlife Walk & Turtle Nesting
As darkness falls, explore the island’s mangroves, spotting rare nocturnal creatures like tank crabs and mud skippers. If you’re lucky, witness a mother turtle laying her eggs—a breathtaking, silent ritual of nature. Conservation guidelines will be strictly followed for the turtles’ safety.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included

06:00 – 06:30 – Release Baby Sea Turtles
Join the early morning turtle release and watch hatchlings take their first steps toward the sea—a rare and moving moment guided by conservation staff.

08:30 – Breakfast & Free Time
Return to the hotel for breakfast. Relax and recharge for your next adventure.

12:30 – Island Lunch
Savor local flavors at a nearby restaurant, featuring fresh ingredients and island-style cooking.

13:30 – Trek Through Con Dao National Park
Start your afternoon with a visit to the Environmental Education Center, where you’ll learn about local flora, fauna, and conservation efforts. Then follow mossy trails through the rainforest in search of long-tailed macaques, black squirrels, and the elusive civet.

15:30 – The Sacred Nhội Tree
Stand beneath a 400-year-old giant—Con Dao’s oldest tree, honored as a national treasure. Its ancient roots whisper stories of time, resilience, and harmony with nature.

17:00 – Return to Hotel & Dinner

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included

08:00 – Walk Through the Island’s Past
After breakfast, dive into Con Dao’s haunting yet heroic history. Visit:

• Con Dao Museum with rare photos and artifacts

• Phu Hai Prison and Tiger Cages – remnants of colonial and wartime horrors

• The Cow Shed – a somber space that echoes resilience

12:00 – Lunch & Rest at the Hotel

15:00 – Swim, Wander & Catch the Sunset
Head to Bang Beach for a quiet swim or shoreline stroll. Later, soak up the golden hour at Dam Trau Beach, a stunning sunset spot near Lovers’ Peak. Choose between a beachside café or simply sit in silence as the sky changes color.

18:00 – Dinner by the Sea
Enjoy your final evening with a peaceful dinner and personal reflection under the stars.

Breakfast included

Morning – Leisure & Souvenirs
Enjoy a slow-paced morning with time for a last walk along the beach or browsing for souvenirs.

10:00 – 11:00 – Check Out & Depart