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Southern Jungle & Highland Adrenaline: Cat Tien Safari + Dalat Canyoning

5 Days Tracking Wild Gibbons, Crocodile Lake Trekking & Waterfall Abseiling

★★★★★4.93(53 verified traveler reviews)•Route: Saigon → Cat Tien National Park → Bau Sau Crocodile Lake → Dalat → Datanla Canyoning → Saigon
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Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Group Size
Small Group (Max 8 adventurers)
Difficulty
Challenging
Pickup
Hotel Pickup Included
Cancellation
Free up to 14 days prior
Guides
English, Vietnamese

Experience Highlights

  • Trek 10km into primary lowland rainforest to sleep beside Siamese crocodile wetlands
  • Dawn primate tracking with park rangers to spot Golden-cheeked Gibbons
  • Full-day Dalat waterfall canyoning: 25m wet abseils, ziplines & rock slides
  • Mountain bike through pine forests & Arabica coffee estates

Day-by-Day Itinerary (5 Days)

Day 1: Saigon → Cat Tien National Park → Giant Tung Trees & Night Wildlife Spotlight

Meals: L, D

Cross the Dong Nai River into Cat Tien UNESCO Biosphere Reserve for a nocturnal safari.

Stay: 2 nights wilderness expedition tented camp beside underground waterfalls + boutique eco-lodgeTransport: Private Air-Conditioned SUV / Mercedes Sprinter + Regional Flights & Boat Charters

Day 2: Dawn Gibbon Trek → Hike to Bau Sau Crocodile Wetlands

Meals: B, L, D

Track endangered gibbons at sunrise, then trek under ancient forest canopy to Crocodile Lake.

Stay: 2 nights wilderness expedition tented camp beside underground waterfalls + boutique eco-lodgeTransport: Private Air-Conditioned SUV / Mercedes Sprinter + Regional Flights & Boat Charters

Day 4: Dalat Waterfall Canyoning & Specialty Coffee Roastery

Meals: B, L, D

Abseil down roaring waterfalls in Datanla Canyon before tasting fresh-roasted Cau Dat Arabica.

Stay: 2 nights wilderness expedition tented camp beside underground waterfalls + boutique eco-lodgeTransport: Private Air-Conditioned SUV / Mercedes Sprinter + Regional Flights & Boat Charters

What’s Included

  • ✓Private adventure vehicle Saigon – Cat Tien – Dalat
  • ✓CE-certified Petzl canyoning ropes, wetsuits, helmets & ranger permits
  • ✓1 night Bau Sau Ranger Station + 1 night Cat Tien River Lodge + 2 nights Dalat
  • ✓All breakfasts, trail lunches & 3 dinners

What’s Not Included

  • •International flights to/from Vietnam
  • •Vietnam E-Visa fee ($25 USD official government portal unless added as an extra)
  • •Personal travel insurance & discretionary guide tips
  • •Alcoholic beverages and meals not specified in the day-by-day itinerary

Pickup, Logistics & Essential Information

Meeting & Pickup

Complimentary hotel or airport pickup in Saigon between 07:30 and 08:30 AM on Day 1.

Start: Saigon Central Hotel Pickup or VietnamTravelWay Desk (42 Hang Trong, Hanoi) (07:30 AM)

Drop-off & Return

Drop-off at your hotel, train station, or airport in Saigon by 17:30–19:30 on Day 5.

Return: 18:00 PM

Physical & Entry Requirements

Physical difficulty: Challenging. Valid passport with 6+ months validity required.

Best season: Dec–Apr (Dry Season) · Min age: 12+

What to Bring

  • • Leech socks (provided by us in Cat Tien)
  • • Waterproof shoes for canyoning
  • • Binoculars
Cancellation & Refund Policy: Free cancellation up to 7–14 days before departure for a 100% deposit refund, or free date rescheduling up to 72 hours prior to departure.

Verified Traveler Reviews (4.93 ★)

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★★★★★ 5.0Verified Booking (VTW-2026-849201)

Unforgettable Easy Rider experience over Ma Pi Leng Pass

“Riding with local Hmong guides in Ha Giang and staying in family-run stilt homestays in Du Gia felt worlds away from standard tourist routes. Every pickup, safety helmet fitting, and transfer ran like clockwork.”

Marcus & Elena Vance · United States · Traveled October 2026
★★★★★ 5.0Verified Booking (VTW-2026-849318)

World-class cave safety & jungle camp cuisine

“Swimming into river caves in Phong Nha and camping beside underground waterfalls was effortless thanks to the certified caving guides and camp crew. Easily the best adventure expedition I have booked in Southeast Asia.”

Liam O’Connor · Australia · Traveled September 2026
★★★★★ 5.0Verified Booking (VTW-2026-849502)

Seamless 14-day North-to-South pacing with zero tourist traps

“From early morning sampans in Ninh Binh before the crowds arrived to evening street food walks in Saigon, every day had an unhurried rhythm, boutique hotels in walkable neighborhoods, and zero shopping stops.”

Sophie & Claire Beaumont · United Kingdom · Traveled October 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this 5-day trip be booked as a private tour for our group?

Yes. You can select either our scheduled Small-Group departure (capped at 10 guests) or upgrade to a Private Tour with flexible departure dates and a dedicated guide and vehicle for your party.

What happens to our main suitcases during the active days?

Main suitcases are either transferred ahead by our support vehicle directly to your next hotel or stored securely at our operations basecamp while you carry a lightweight daypack.

Can you accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or Halal diets?

Absolutely. Our guides brief every family homestay, boat chef, and local kitchen in advance to prepare safe, authentic dishes tailored to your dietary needs.

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