4-Day Primates and Nature Exploration in Cat Tien national park

Available Year-Round

 

Tour Highlights

Wildlife Photography Hotspot – Encounter rare species found only in Vietnam

Herping & Biodiversity Exploration – Discover unique reptiles, mammals, and birds

Multi-Mode Adventure – Explore by bike, car, boat, and trekking trails

 Expert-Guided or Self-Guided Options – Perfect for photographers, birders, and nature enthusiasts

Tour Schedule Overview

Vietnam is host to the largest selection of mammals of any Southeast Asian country which are critically endangered, little-known, and almost impossible to see. Among them are more than 25 species of primates. Fortunately, Vietnam’s protected areas support populations of all of these unique primate and animal species.

Day 1: Trekking & Night Safari

08:00 AM: Travel from Ho Chi Minh city or Da Lat city to Cat Tien national park by bus or private car

2:30 PM – Short jungle trek and forest exploration

6:30 PM – Night safari to observe nocturnal wildlife

Day 2: Wild Gibbon & Crocodile Lake Adventure

4:30 AM – 7:30 AM – Early morning gibbon tour

8:30 AM – 4:00 PM – Crocodile Lake trek and biodiversity discovery

Day 3: Endangered primate recue center & River Cruise

8:00 AM – 10:30 AM – Visit Dao Tien endangered primate recue center

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM – Sunset boat tour on the Đồng Nai river

Day 4: Nature and wildfife in vietnam

7:30 AM – Through ancient Lagerstroemia and evergreen woods

12:30 PM – Departure from Cát Tiên National Park

Detailed Itinerary

The best time for a wildlife tour in Vietnam is generally the dry season, from November to April, when clear weather brings out many animals, including birds and primates, and makes viewing easier. However, late spring to early autumn (May-September) is better for observing amphibians, reptiles, and insects, as they are more active during the warmer, wetter months

Day 1: Trekking & Night Safari

Begin your journey with a scenic 3.5-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City or 5 hours from Dalat city to Cát Tiên National Park.

2:30 PM – Forest trek featuring towering trees like Tetrameles nudiflora and Lagerstroemia speciosa, plus sightings of parakeets and hornbills

6:30 PM – Night safari with chances to spot Sambar Deer, Barking Deer, Wild Boar, Civet Cats, and Porcupines

Day 2: Gibbon Trek & Crocodile Lake

4:45 AM – 7:30 AM – Follow the calls of Golden-Cheeked Gibbons on a 6 km trek through evergreen forest

Possible sightings: Black-Shanked Douc Langurs, Pig-Tailed Macaques, Malayan Flying Lemurs, Eastern Striped & Pallas’ Squirrels

8:30 AM – 4:00 PM – Jeep or bike ride (9 km) followed by a 5 km trek to Crocodile Lake (return the same way)

Wildlife: Siamese Crocodiles,   Black-shanked doucs, silvered langurs, Orange-Breasted Trogons, Purple Swamphens, Bronze-Winged Jacanas, Ospreys, Great Hornbills, Pittas, and more

Flora: Afzelia xylocarpa, Sterculia lychnophora, Elephant-ear Plants

Day 3: Endangered primate recue center & River Cruise

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Visit Dao Tien endangered primate recue center to learn about conservation of Black-Shanked Doucs, Silvered Langurs, Golden-Cheeked Gibbons, and Pygmy Lorises

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM – Sunset boat ride on the Đồng Nai River

Bird sightings: Oriental-Pied Hornbill, Racket-Tailed Treepie, Ashy Drongo, Common & Pied Kingfisher, Little Egrets, Great Egrets, Chinese Pond-Herons, Black-Crowned Night Herons, and seasonal Stork-Billed Kingfishers

Day 4: Nature and wildfife in vietnam

7:30 AM – Car or bike through ancient Lagerstroemia forest and semi-evergreen woods

Wildlife: Long-Tailed and Pig-Tailed Macaques, Black-Shanked Doucs, Silvered Langurs, Parrots, Hornbills, Woodpeckers, Peacocks, and primates

Atmosphere: Fresh air, birdsong, and serene jungle landscapes

12:30 PM – Depart Cát Tiên National Park

Luxury travel – Nature exploration serves a fundamental purpose

Budget per person: $995 (1 pax)| $551 (2 pax)| $459 (3 pax)| $413 (4+ pax)|

Includes: Bungalow stay at Lodge or Resort (03 nights); Short trekking (day 01); Senior tour guide (04 days); Private car for night tour (one hour, day 01); Wild gibbon tour (day 02); Car to crocodile lake tour (day 02); A Vietnature and beverages (day 02); Primate center tour (day 03); Private boat on river (02 hours, day 03); Private car through the primary forest (day 04); Breakfarsts (day 2, 3, 4).

Eco travel – Learning from nature involves both effort and serendipity

Budget per person: $643 (1 pax)| $401 (2 pax)| $347 (3 pax)| $320 (4+ pax)|

Includes: AC room (Double/Twin) at Hotel/Lodge (03 nights); Short trekking (day 01); English speaking guide (04 days); Joint car for night tour (one hour, day 01); Wild gibbon tour (day 02); Bike to crocodile lake tour (day 02); A Vietnature lunch (day 02); Primate center (day 03); Boat trip on river (one and haft hours, day 03); Bike through the primary forest (day 04).

Simple travel – Embrace independent learning in nature

Budget per person: $343 (1 pax)| $254 (2 pax)| $237 (3 pax)| $228 (4+ pax)|

Includes: AC room (Double or Twin or Triple) at Hotel (03 nights); Short trekking with local guide (day 01); Joint car for night tour local guide (one hour, day 01); Wild gibbon tour with local guide (day 02); Bike to crocodile lake tour (no guide, day 02); Primate center tour local guide (day 03); Boat trip on river with boat man (one and haft hours, day 03); Bike through the primary forest (no guide, day 04)

All packages includes: Entrance tickets; Crocodile lake fee and permits; Water bottles; Travel insurance; Spray repellent; A new hat.

Not Included in the Tour Package: Transfers to and leave Cat Tien National Park; Meals & Beverages (Available at restaurants); VAT; Tips, Bank Transaction Fees and Personal Expenses

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We offer a variety of wildlife and nature watching tours: 2 days–1 night, 3 days–2 nights and if you have time you can visit Cat Tien bear sanctuary, free the bears for the tours’ 4 days–3 nights, 5 days-4 nights, 6 days-5 nights or longer durations depending on your interests. Book your Cat Tien wildlife tour today and immerse yourself in nature like never before.

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