Vietnam · National Parks

2-Day Trekking & Biking Nam Cat Tien National Park from HCM City

2 Days Round trip from Ho Chi Minh City Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 2-day nature escape from Ho Chi Minh City to Nam Cat Tien National Park
  • 02 Trek through tropical forest trails and see giant old trees
  • 03 Night safari by lodge buggy with spotlight wildlife viewing
  • 04 Chance to spot deer, primates, birds, reptiles, and other wildlife
  • 05 Visit the Dao Tien Endangered Primate Species Center
  • 06 Visit the Bear and Wildlife Rescue Center
  • 07 Scenic drive past rubber and coffee plantations
  • 08 Overnight stay with meals included

Discover the wild beauty of Nam Cat Tien National Park on this 2-day adventure from Ho Chi Minh City. Travel into one of southern Vietnam’s most biodiverse forest reserves for a mix of trekking, wildlife spotting, and peaceful time surrounded by tropical nature.

Over two days, explore forest trails, cross the river into the park, and head out on a night safari to look for nocturnal wildlife. You’ll also visit rescue centres dedicated to endangered primates and bears, while enjoying included meals and an overnight stay near the jungle.

Over two days, explore forest trails, cross the river into the park, and head out on a night safari to look for nocturnal wildlife.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Ho Chi Minh, Cát Tiên National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

SAIGON – CAT TIEN NATIONAL PARK – NIGHT SAFARI. (Lunch, Dinner)– The tour shall start at 8 am to leave this busy Ho Chi Minh City behind for the serenity of the lush forests of Nam Cat Tien for a 4-hour drive full of roadside plantations of rubber and green coffee. Upon arriving, you will have lunch after checking-in the hotel.

– At 2 pm, our tour guide will take you across the river to start our afternoon trip. This is a two-hour Trekking and trail when you will observe several animals and huge and old trees up close in our national forest – Giant Tung Tree. Varieties of plants and animal's life are there to capture. Fauna in the park includes 100 types of mammal including elephants, leopards, bison-like guar, and primates such as gibbons, pygmy lorises, and langurs. There are also 79 types of reptile, 41 amphibian species, plus an incredible array of snakes, spiders, and insects, including 400 or so butterfly species. Of the 350-plus birds, rare species include the orange-necked partridge and Siamese fire-back.

– The tour ends at 16:00, you will then return to the hotel for recharging. By 18:30, we will return to the forest to start the Night excursion in a lodge buggy. The special thing about this trip is that this is a lazy drive for 2 hours to take you deep into the forest where the nightlife of the wild animals would show. You will use a spotlight to see nocturnal wildlife. If we are lucky, we’ll see a lot of Deers, stag, weasels, etc. Bear in mind that the larger animals, including elephants and leopards, are very retiring. You’re most likely to see primates, birds, and reptiles.

– The trip ends at 21:00 and you will be taken back to the hotel. This is also when your dinner is served. You will enjoy local food with a cold beer and we will help you to forget the tiredness and noise of the modern city. You’ll then enjoy a good night’s rest with the sounds of the jungle as nature’s soundtrack.Thuy Tien Eco-Lodge with tropical decoration along with Free wifi, restaurant and bar counter.

2
Day 02

CAT TIEN TREK – WILDLIFE RESCUE CENTER – SAIGON (Breakfast, Lunch)Breakfast is served at 07:00 am. At 7:30 am, the car shall pick you at the edge of the forest for another journey into Nam Cat Tien forest.

Visit Dao Tien Endangered Primate Species center where the people here specialize in the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of endangered primates naturally found in the surrounding region, and resident primates have all been victims of the illegal wildlife trade.

Visit Bear and Wildlife Rescue Center which known as another rescue center that aims to protect and care for the bears which were also rescued from the illegal wildlife trade or bear bile farms (The center sometime will be closed without prior notice due to the urgent situation to protect the bear from bad effects of environment, the itinerary will be adjusted to adapt to the unforeseen situation)

If you are lucky, maybe you can easily admire the charming peacock courtship dances, melodious sound from colorful birds on the hundreds of year trees or the sight of innocent deer seeking food.

After the trip, we return to the hotel and shall be back at noon. Lunch and checking out for the return trip back to Ho Chi Minh City at 18:00. Adventure ends.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Ho Chi Minh City 2 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Accommodation
  • Insect repellent (to repel leeches)

What's Not Included

  • Personal costs
  • Tips / gratuities for local guide
  • Travel insurance

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Our guide and van will be at your hotel lobby between 07:30–08:00 AM. Pick-up order is arranged for the most efficient route and timing.
  • If your hotel is not listed or is outside our pickup zone, please let us know. We'll provide an alternative meeting point that works for both sides.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Ho Chi Minh City, VN
Tour start
Ho Chi Minh City, VN
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Ho Chi Minh City.

Watch the tourHQ film Watch the film

Create your own adventure

Can't find the perfect tour? Tailor your dream trip.

  • Tell us your destination, dates and group size.
  • Our travel experts and local guides design a tailored itinerary, just for you.
  • Enjoy your trip with peace of mind, knowing everything is taken care of.
Plan my holiday

Say goodbye to travel stress.