Bay Canh Island Tour: Conservation, Cau Island & Snorkeling

Name: Bay Canh Island Tour | Turtle Conservation & Snorkeling
Brand: Mekong Smile
SKU: CDP009
Price: 3000000 VND
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Bay Canh Island Tour in Con Dao with sea turtles, mangroves and snorkeling

Traveler relaxing by the beach during Bay Canh Island Tour

Beach view of Cau Island Con Dao with clear water and green hills

CDP009

4 hours (approx.)

Con Dao

Offered in: English

All time of year

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From $120 3000000/person

Check-in 8h00 or 13h30

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OnePay

+ 120.000 ₫ per person

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Duration

1 day

People

Infant × Free

Adult × 3.000.000đ

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Why choose us?

Overview

The Bay Canh Island Tour is a 4-hour speedboat experience combining an introduction to sea turtle conservation, Bay Canh’s mangrove ecosystem, Cau Island history, and coral reef snorkeling. Meet at Con Dao Passenger Harbor, then travel to Bay Canh Island to visit the turtle nesting beach, incubation area, and mangrove forest with National Park rangers. The route continues to Cau Island and a nearby snorkeling site.

This is not a baby turtle release tour. The experience focuses on conservation learning, exploring the island landscapes, and snorkeling when conditions allow.

Highlights

Travel by speedboat through the protected waters of Con Dao National Park.
Learn about sea turtle conservation with National Park rangers at Bay Canh Island.
Visit the turtle nesting beach and incubation area.
Walk through Bay Canh’s mangrove ecosystem.
Explore Cau Island’s coconut grove and historical setting.
Snorkel at a nearby reef site, with equipment included.

Itinerary

Meeting at Con Dao Passenger Harbor - 8:00 AM or 1:30 PM

Meet your guide at Con Dao Passenger Harbor, 36 Ton Duc Thang Street. After a safety briefing, board the speedboat and begin the journey through Con Dao National Park waters.

Bay Canh Island: Turtle Conservation and Mangroves

At Bay Canh Island, National Park rangers introduce the sea turtle conservation program and explain the protection work carried out at the nesting beach and egg incubation area.

Sea turtle egg incubation area on Bay Canh Island — The protected egg incubation area used in the sea turtle conservation program on Bay Canh Island.

Sea turtle nest marker in the Bay Canh conservation area — A numbered marker used to identify and monitor a protected sea turtle nest on Bay Canh Island.

Sea turtle hatchlings emerging from eggs at a Con Dao conservation site — Sea turtle hatchlings shown as part of the conservation context. Hatching is seasonal and is not included or guaranteed on this tour.

Scenic sea view of Bay Canh Island in Con Dao

Continue through the mangrove forest to see a coastal ecosystem that supports a range of island wildlife. Turtle sightings, hatching, and other wildlife observations depend on natural conditions and are not guaranteed.

Bay Canh Island mangrove forest with mountain backdrop — The coastal mangrove ecosystem of Bay Canh Island with forested mountains in the background.

Mangrove roots inside the Bay Canh Island forest — Exposed mangrove roots within the coastal forest ecosystem of Bay Canh Island.

Cau Island

Continue by speedboat to Cau Island, a former detention site associated with the late Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Van Dong. Visit the island’s coconut grove while learning about its historical setting.

Large tree roots surrounding old stone ruins on Cau Island — Large tree roots growing around old stone remains at a historical site on Cau Island in Con Dao.

Coral Reef Snorkeling and Return

Travel to a nearby snorkeling site and use the supplied equipment to explore the reef from the water. Coral visibility and marine-life observations vary with sea and weather conditions. Return by speedboat to Con Dao Passenger Harbor after approximately 4 hours; the stop order may change because of weather, tide, and National Park operations.

Travelers snorkeling with safety equipment in Con Dao — Travelers taking part in the guided snorkeling activity with flotation and snorkeling equipment in Con Dao waters.

Plate coral reef in the protected waters of Con Dao — Plate-shaped coral formations in Con Dao’s marine environment. Visibility varies with sea and weather conditions.

Return to Con Dao Town - 11:15 AM or 4:45 PM

The speedboat takes you back to Con Dao Town. The morning program returns at 11:15 AM, and the afternoon program returns at 4:45 PM.

Things to Know

Includes

Tour Included

English-speaking guide
National Park ticket
Speedboat
Snorkeling equipment
Drinking water and fruit
Travel insurance
Harbor service fee and VAT

Tour Excluded

Personal expenses
Optional services or additional expenses requested by the traveler
OnePay payment surcharge: 4% of the total tour price

Additional Info

Who This Tour Is For

This route suits travelers interested in conservation and island ecosystems as well as snorkeling. You should be comfortable with a speedboat transfer and water activity. Snorkeling equipment is provided; follow the guide’s safety instructions and use the required safety equipment. Contact Mekong Smile before booking if you have a medical condition, limited mobility, or concerns about taking part in the water activity.

Booking and Payment

Full payment is required to confirm your booking. Payment for this Con Dao tour is not accepted at the Mekong Smile office.

Choose one of the following payment methods:

QR Code payment: Pay the full booking amount via QR Code.
OnePay payment: Pay the full booking amount through OnePay. A 4% surcharge is added to the total tour price.

Please confirm tour availability, group size, departure time, sea conditions, and the final payable amount with Mekong Smile before making payment.

Ready to plan your Bay Canh Island Tour? Contact Mekong Smile via Hotline or WhatsApp to confirm availability, group pricing, and your preferred departure.

Child and Cancellation Terms

One child under five may join free of charge with two adults; parents are responsible for any costs incurred for the child. A second accompanying child will be charged at the applicable child rate. Contact Mekong Smile before booking to confirm the current child rate and whether the speedboat and water activity are suitable for the child.

Weather-related cancellations receive a full refund. For cancellations made for personal reasons, written notice is required and cancellation charges may apply according to the notice period. Mekong Smile will provide the current cancellation schedule in writing before payment. Notice periods are calculated in working days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.

Compare Routes

This tour focuses on conservation learning, mangroves, Cau Island history, and snorkeling. If your main interest is the seasonal release activity, compare it with the Con Dao Turtle Release Tour before booking.

Pricing & Packages

Group Size	2-3 pax	4-5 pax	6-9 pax	10 pax and above
Price per Person (VND/adult)	3.000.000 VND	1.800.000 VND	1.400.000 VND	1.150.000 VND
Price per Person (USD /adult)	~120 USD	~72 USD	~56 USD	~46 USD
Last reviewed: 27 July 2026. Prices are per adult and displayed in VND. Rates may be adjusted if fuel or operating costs change. OnePay payments incur a 4% surcharge on the total tour price. Mekong Smile will confirm the final payable amount before payment.
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Meeting & Pickup

Start time: 8h00 or 13h30

Pickup point: 36 Ton Duc Thang Street

Confirm your preferred departure, group size, availability, sea conditions, and final payable amount with Mekong Smile before completing payment.

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FAQ

Is the Bay Canh Island Tour mainly a snorkeling tour?

No. Snorkeling is included, but the route centers on sea turtle conservation learning, Bay Canh’s mangroves, and Cau Island before the reef stop.

Can visitors see sea turtles on Bay Canh Island?

The visit includes the nesting beach and incubation-area context, but seeing turtles in the wild depends on natural conditions and is not guaranteed.

Does this tour include a baby turtle release?

No. This route focuses on conservation learning, mangroves, Cau Island, and snorkeling. Choose the Con Dao Turtle Release Tour if a seasonal release activity is your main interest.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included, and the guide provides safety instructions before the water activity.

Do I need to know how to swim?

You should be comfortable taking part in a water activity and must follow the guide’s safety instructions. If you cannot swim or have concerns about entering the water, contact Mekong Smile before booking so the team can advise whether the snorkeling activity is suitable for you.

What is the difference between Bay Canh and Cau Island?

Bay Canh is the conservation and mangrove stop. Cau Island adds a historical setting and coconut grove before the snorkeling section.

How long does the tour take?

The program lasts approximately 4 hours, with departures at 8:00 AM and 1:30 PM from Con Dao Passenger Harbor.

How can I pay for the tour?

Full payment is required to confirm the booking. You can pay the full amount via QR Code or through OnePay. OnePay payments are subject to a 4% surcharge on the total tour price. Payment is not accepted at the Mekong Smile office.

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Lucy Warren Verified booking

Rated 5 out of 5
The Bay Canh Island snorkeling tour was fun, but for me the turtle incubation site was the real highlight of the day.

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• like • April 24, 2026
Brandon Cole Verified booking

Rated 5 out of 5
Cau Island was beautiful with crystal-clear water and almost no crowds. The historical stories shared by the guide were also interesting.

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• like • March 4, 2026
claire.hunter_58 Verified booking

Rated 5 out of 5
The mangrove forest section surprised me the most. I didn’t realize Bay Canh Island had such an important ecosystem.

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• like • February 16, 2026
noah.sanders_69 Verified booking

Rated 5 out of 5
I liked how the Bay Canh Island Tour combined nature, conservation and local history into one short itinerary.

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• like • January 13, 2026
Victoria Mills Verified booking

Rated 5 out of 5
The turtle conservation area was the reason I booked this tour and it ended up being even more interesting than expected. Learning about the turtle life cycle was a highlight.

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• like • December 8, 2025
Abigail Turner Verified booking

Rated 5 out of 5
I joined the afternoon departure and the sea conditions were perfect. The speedboat ride itself was already enjoyable.

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• like • November 25, 2025
emma.fletcher_77 Verified booking

Rated 5 out of 5
The Bay Canh Island Tour is perfect if you want to understand a different side of Con Dao beyond beaches and historical prisons.

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• like • October 27, 2025
Natalie Pierce Verified booking

Rated 5 out of 5
The guide explained a lot about sea turtle conservation Con Dao and answered every question from the group. You could tell he really cared about the environment.

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• like • October 17, 2025