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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.
Interested in Con Dao's underwater ecosystems? Explore our Con Dao reef experiences guide for an introduction to coral habitats, marine life, and what to consider before snorkeling.
Highlights
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Travel by speedboat through the protected waters of Con Dao National Park.
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Learn about sea turtle conservation with National Park rangers at Bay Canh Island.
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Visit the turtle nesting beach and incubation area.
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Walk through Bay Canh’s mangrove ecosystem.
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Explore Cau Island’s coconut grove and historical setting.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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English-speaking guide
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National Park ticket
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Speedboat
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Snorkeling equipment
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Drinking water and fruit
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Travel insurance
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Harbor service fee and VAT
Tour Excluded
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Personal expenses
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Optional services or additional expenses requested by the traveler
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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:
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QR Code payment: Pay the full booking amount via QR Code.
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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.
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.
jackson.price_11 (verified owner) –
I really enjoyed walking through the Bay Canh Island mangrove forest. It felt quiet, natural and completely different from the beaches around Con Dao.
Samantha Reed (verified owner) –
The snorkeling stop had healthy coral and plenty of tropical fish. Not the biggest reef I’ve seen, but definitely worth it.
zoe.matthews_43 (verified owner) –
This was one of the most educational tours I joined in Con Dao. It wasn’t just sightseeing, there was a real conservation message behind it.
Avery Dawson (verified owner) –
Cau Island Con Dao had some of the clearest water I saw during my trip. Great place for photos and relaxing scenery.
Ethan Rhodes (verified owner) –
The combination of sea turtle conservation Con Dao activities and coral reef snorkeling made this one of the most memorable experiences of our holiday.
Connor Hayes (verified owner) –
Everything was well organized from pickup to return. The group size was comfortable and never felt crowded.
logan.brooks_24 (verified owner) –
The Bay Canh Island Tour offered much more than snorkeling. The conservation and mangrove sections made the experience feel meaningful.
Miles Carter (verified owner) –
I usually choose snorkeling tours, but this experience felt more rewarding because there was so much more to learn and explore.
Tyler Benson (verified owner) –
We saw beautiful mangrove landscapes, learned about turtle conservation, then finished with snorkeling. A very balanced half-day tour.
Natalie Pierce (verified owner) –
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.
emma.fletcher_77 (verified owner) –
The Bay Canh Island Tour is perfect if you want to understand a different side of Con Dao beyond beaches and historical prisons.
Abigail Turner (verified owner) –
I joined the afternoon departure and the sea conditions were perfect. The speedboat ride itself was already enjoyable.
Victoria Mills (verified owner) –
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.
noah.sanders_69 (verified owner) –
I liked how the Bay Canh Island Tour combined nature, conservation and local history into one short itinerary.
claire.hunter_58 (verified owner) –
The mangrove forest section surprised me the most. I didn’t realize Bay Canh Island had such an important ecosystem.
Brandon Cole (verified owner) –
Cau Island was beautiful with crystal-clear water and almost no crowds. The historical stories shared by the guide were also interesting.
Lucy Warren (verified owner) –
The Bay Canh Island snorkeling tour was fun, but for me the turtle incubation site was the real highlight of the day.