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Overview
The Con Dao Hiking Tour is a 3-4 hour guided forest experience in Con Dao National Park. Starting from Con Dao Town, the program combines an introduction at the Environmental Education Center, a walk along a paved stone path to Holy Cave, and a natural forest trail leading to the Nhoi Heritage Tree.
The Nhoi Tree is approximately 400 years old and has been recognized as a Vietnam Heritage Tree. Along the route, your guide introduces the National Park’s forest environment, habitats, and conservation work. Wildlife or signs of forest life may be observed when natural conditions allow, but sightings are not guaranteed.
Choose a morning or afternoon departure depending on your schedule. This tour suits travelers interested in combining forest walking, environmental interpretation, Holy Cave, and one of Con Dao’s recognized Heritage Trees in a half-day program.
Want to explore other trails in the national park? See our Con Dao forest routes guide to compare shorter nature walks with longer and more challenging hikes.
Highlights
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Learn about Con Dao National Park at the Environmental Education Center.
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Follow a paved stone path through the forest to Holy Cave.
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Continue along a natural forest trail to the Nhoi Heritage Tree.
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See a Heritage Tree estimated to be approximately 400 years old.
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Learn about the forest environment and conservation context from your guide.
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Choose a morning or afternoon departure from Con Dao Town.
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Travel with an English-speaking guide and transport included.
Itinerary
Pickup in Con Dao Town - 8:00 AM or 1:30 PM
Meet your guide in Con Dao Town and transfer by air-conditioned car to Con Dao National Park. Before the walk begins, receive a practical introduction to the route, expected walking conditions, and the day’s operating arrangements.
Environmental Education Center - 8:20 AM or 1:50 PM
Begin at the Environmental Education Center. Visit exhibits introducing Con Dao’s forest ecosystems, wildlife, and conservation work.
This introduction provides context for the habitats, plants, and natural features you may encounter during the forest walk.
Forest Walk to Holy Cave - 9:00 AM or 2:30 PM
Continue along a paved stone path beneath the forest canopy toward Holy Cave, also known locally as Hang Đức Mẹ.
Take time to visit the cave and its surrounding forest setting before continuing deeper into the National Park. Follow your guide’s instructions and respect the site during the visit.
Natural Forest Trail to the Nhoi Heritage Tree - 10:00 AM or 3:30 PM
From Holy Cave, continue along a natural forest trail toward the Nhoi Heritage Tree. Along the way, your guide introduces the surrounding vegetation, forest habitats, and conservation context.
The Nhoi Tree is estimated to be approximately 400 years old and has been recognized as a Vietnam Heritage Tree. Pause to observe the tree and its forest surroundings before starting the return route.
Wildlife or signs of forest life may occasionally be observed along the trail when natural conditions allow, but sightings vary and are not guaranteed.
Return to Con Dao Town - 11:15 AM or 4:45 PM
Follow the designated route back and transfer to Con Dao Town. The full program lasts approximately 3-4 hours.
The sequence, walking access, or timing may change depending on weather, trail conditions, and Con Dao National Park operations.
Things to Know
Includes
Tour Included
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English-speaking guide
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Con Dao National Park ticket
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Drinking water and seasonal fruit
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Transport from Con Dao Town
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Travel insurance and VAT
Tour Excluded
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Personal expenses
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Optional services or expenses requested by the traveler
- OnePay payment surcharge: 4% of the total tour price
Additional Info
Who This Tour Is For
This tour combines paved paths with natural forest-trail surfaces. Travelers should be comfortable walking on both types of terrain and following the guide’s instructions inside the National Park.
Travelers with limited mobility, knee concerns, or a medical condition should contact Mekong Smile before booking so the team can advise based on the current trail conditions.
What to Wear and Bring
Wear walking shoes with grip and breathable clothing suitable for forest conditions. Bring sun protection, insect repellent, personal medication, and a light rain layer when needed.
Carry a small personal bag and avoid bringing unnecessary items onto the forest trail.
Wildlife and Natural Conditions
The route passes through a protected forest environment. You may observe wildlife or signs of forest life when natural conditions allow, but no specific wildlife sighting is included as a tour promise.
Visitors should avoid feeding, touching, disturbing, or approaching wildlife and should follow the guide’s environmental instructions.
Booking and Payment
Please contact Mekong Smile before booking to confirm:
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Tour availability
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Morning or afternoon departure
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Number of travelers
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Current trail and operating conditions
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Applicable payment methods
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Final payable amount
Mekong Smile will confirm the applicable payment instructions and any associated payment-processing fees before payment.
Ready to plan your Con Dao Hiking 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 route is suitable for the child.
Weather-related cancellations receive a full refund. For cancellations made for personal reasons, written notice is required, and the following charges apply:
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30 or more days before departure: 30% of the deposit
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15-30 days before departure: 50% of the deposit
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8-15 days before departure: 80% of the tour cost
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1-7 days before departure: 100% of the tour cost
Cancellation time is calculated on working days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.
Compare Con Dao National Park Hikes
This Con Dao Hiking Tour focuses on the Environmental Education Center, Holy Cave, and the approximately 400-year-old Nhoi Heritage Tree.
For a more active uphill forest route leading to an elevated viewpoint over Con Dao, compare the So Ray Plantation Tour.
Pricing & Packages
| Group Size | 2-3 pax | 4-5 pax | 6-9 pax | 10 pax and above | Call Mekong Smile | Check Availability on WhatsApp |
| Price per Person (VND/Adult) | 1.380.000 VND | 1.050.000 VND | 950.000 VND | 880.000 VND | ||
| Price per Person (USD/Adult) | 56 USD | 42 USD | 38 USD | 36 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. | ||||||
Meeting & Pickup
Start time: 8:00 AM or 1:30 PM
Pickup point: Con Dao Town
Confirm your preferred departure, group size, availability, and final payable amount with Mekong Smile before completing payment.
FAQ
How long is the Con Dao Hiking Tour?
+The program lasts approximately 3-4 hours, including transport from Con Dao Town, the Environmental Education Center, Holy Cave, the Nhoi Heritage Tree, and the return journey.
What places does the tour visit?
+The route includes the Environmental Education Center, Holy Cave, and the Nhoi Heritage Tree inside Con Dao National Park.
What are the departure times?
+The morning tour begins at 8:00 AM, and the afternoon tour begins at 1:30 PM. Pickup is available in Con Dao Town.
Does the tour visit Holy Cave?
+Yes. The itinerary includes a forest walk along a paved stone path to Holy Cave before continuing to the Nhoi Heritage Tree.
What is the Nhoi Heritage Tree?
+The Nhoi Tree is estimated to be approximately 400 years old and has been recognized as a Vietnam Heritage Tree.
What are the walking surfaces like?
+The route combines a paved stone path with a natural forest trail. Conditions may vary depending on recent weather and National Park operations.
Is the National Park ticket included?
+Yes. The Con Dao National Park ticket is included in the tour price.
Can children or older travelers join?
+Participation depends on the traveler’s mobility, health, and comfort with paved and natural forest-trail surfaces. Contact Mekong Smile before booking so the team can advise based on the current trail conditions.
What should I bring?
+Wear walking shoes with grip and breathable clothing. Bring sun protection, insect repellent, a light rain layer when needed, and any personal medication you may require.
Hudson Price (verified owner) –
I honestly booked this tour just to try something different in Con Dao and ended up loving it much more than expected. The jungle atmosphere was amazing.
Paisley Morgan (verified owner) –
One of my favorite moments was standing beneath the giant roots of the Vietnam Heritage Tree inside the forest. Very peaceful experience.
Harper Sullivan (verified owner) –
We saw long-tailed monkeys during the forest hike which made the whole experience feel more authentic and exciting.
Stella Foster (verified owner) –
The forest scenery inside Con Dao National Park was beautiful everywhere. Quiet trails, fresh air and lots of wildlife sounds around us.
ella.ramirez_34 (verified owner) –
If you enjoy short trekking experiences and nature photography, the Heritage Tree tour in Con Dao is definitely worth trying.
connor.bailey_19 (verified owner) –
The Environmental Education Center was surprisingly informative before starting the trail. Learned a lot about Con Dao National Park biodiversity.
Julian Ross (verified owner) –
Really enjoyed the Con Dao Hiking Tour because it combined nature, wildlife, and local conservation stories in one short trip.
Brooklyn Hayes (verified owner) –
The Con Dao Hiking Tour was peaceful from start to finish. Walking under the forest canopy and reaching the Heritage Tree felt very special.
Levi Patterson (verified owner) –
The guide spoke very good English and explained many interesting details about the Heritage Tree and local ecosystem.
carter.wells_82 (verified owner) –
This Con Dao Hiking Tour felt much more natural and less commercial than many island tours I’ve joined before.