Jungle Bathing & Sea Bathing - Con Dao Full Day

This full day jungle tour (8 hours) explores Con Dao — a remote archipelago of 16 islands off Vietnam's southern coast, ringed by coral reefs and protected as a national park. Once a notorious prison colony, today it is one of the country's most pristine and tranquil destinations. The route takes in Con Dao rainforest, Herbal garden and Beach (forest meets sea) at a calm, well-paced rhythm.

You travel with an English/Vietnamese-speaking guide in a small group (maximum 10 people), departing from the Happy Island Tour station or with hotel pickup. The day is shaped around the island’s nature rather than a rigid schedule.

Why this route works

Con Dao rewards travellers who want raw nature and quiet over crowds — its reefs, turtle beaches and jungle are protected and lightly visited. The national-park forest is a genuine wilderness, walked at a mindful, restorative pace. The operator follows strict no-single-use-plastic and reef-safe rules.

What you will experience

• A guided forest-bathing journey engaging all five senses
• Breathe fresh air at over 500 m above sea level among bird's-nest ferns
• Explore a medicinal herb garden with rare Homalomena
• Finish swimming at one of Con Dao's most beautiful beaches

Who is this tour for

Best suited to nature lovers, couples and small groups who want Con Dao's reefs, jungle and history without the crowds. This is a demanding full-day jungle experience — a good level of fitness is required. Bring swimwear, a towel and reef-safe sun protection.

What is included

• Transportation
• Tour guide
• National park entrance fee
• Trekking pole
• Water bottle
• Light meal
• Fruits and snacks
• First aid kit

Good to know

Con Dao is best visited March–September for calm seas and the clearest snorkelling; the sea-turtle nesting season peaks June–September. Spray sunscreen and single-use plastics are not allowed, to protect the coral reefs and marine life. Sea and trekking activities are weather dependent and may be modified for safety. Currently $49 per person (was $51); reconfirmed by date and group size at booking (1,235,000 VND (was 1,300,000 VND)).