The Dat Tham Beach Tour is an 8-hour Con Dao National Park journey for travelers who want a full day of forest hiking and coastal scenery. Starting from Con Dao Town, the program combines the Environmental Education Center, a guided forest hike, Bang Beach, and Dat Tham Beach. At Bang Beach, a seasonal waterfall may flow during the rainy season, depending on recent rainfall and current trail conditions. At Dat Tham Beach, take time to rest and enjoy the coastal scenery surrounded by the National Park landscape. Lunch at the Ranger Station is available at your own expense.
Overview
Highlights
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Learn about Con Dao National Park’s ecosystems at the Environmental Education Center.
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Hike through the tropical forest with an English-speaking guide.
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Visit Bang Beach, where a seasonal waterfall may flow during the rainy season.
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Continue to Dat Tham Beach for a coastal pause after the forest route.
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Stop at the Ranger Station for lunch at your own expense.
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Travel from Con Dao Town by air-conditioned car.
Itinerary
Pickup in Con Dao Town - 8:00 AM
Meet your guide in Con Dao Town and transfer to Con Dao National Park by air-conditioned car. Before the walk begins, receive a practical briefing on the route, weather, and the day’s operating conditions.
Environmental Education Center
Begin at the Environmental Education Center. Visit the Interpretation Room and Specimen Area to learn about Con Dao’s forest ecosystems, native wildlife, and ongoing conservation work. This introduction provides useful context for the habitats and natural features you may encounter along the route.
Guided Forest Hike to Bang Beach
Continue on foot beneath the tropical forest canopy toward Bang Beach. Along the trail, your English-speaking guide introduces the surrounding plants, wildlife habitats, and protected landscape. You may notice wildlife or signs of forest life when natural conditions allow, but sightings are not guaranteed.
Bang Beach
Arrive at Bang Beach, a coastal stop surrounded by forest. During the rainy season, a seasonal waterfall may flow near the beach, depending on recent rainfall and current natural conditions. Your guide will advise whether the area is safe and accessible on the day of the tour.
Hike from Bang Beach to Dat Tham Beach
After the stop at Bang Beach, continue hiking through the National Park toward Dat Tham Beach. On arrival, take time to rest and enjoy the shoreline and surrounding forest landscape. Swimming may be possible when sea conditions, access rules, and National Park operations allow, but it is not guaranteed.
Lunch at the Ranger Station
Stop at the Ranger Station for lunch at your own expense. Lunch is not included in the tour price.
Return to Con Dao Town
After the beach and lunch stops, follow the designated return route and transfer back to Con Dao Town. The full program lasts approximately 8 hours. The sequence and access to individual areas may change because of weather, tide levels, trail conditions, or National Park operations.
Things to Know
Includes
Tour Included
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English-speaking guide
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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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Lunch at the Ranger Station
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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 is an active, full-day route combining forest hiking with stops at Bang Beach and Dat Tham Beach. Wear supportive walking shoes, breathable clothing, sun protection, and insect repellent. Bring swimwear, a towel, and a change of clothes only if you plan to enter the water when conditions allow. Travelers with limited mobility, knee concerns, or a medical condition should contact Mekong Smile before booking to discuss the current route conditions.
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, and the final payable amount with Mekong Smile before making payment.
Ready to plan your Dat Tham Beach Tour? Contact Mekong Smile via Hotline or WhatsApp to confirm availability, group pricing, and current route conditions.
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 full-day route combines forest walking with Bang Beach and Dat Tham Beach. For a shorter experience focused on the Environmental Education Center, Holy Cave, and a 400-year-old Heritage Tree, explore the Con Dao Heritage Tree hiking experience.
Pricing & Packages
| Group Size | 2-3 pax | 4-5 pax | 6-7 pax | 8 pax and above |
| Price per Person (VND/adult) | 1.380.000 VND | 1.100.000 VND | 1.020.000 VND | 970.000 VND |
| Price per Person (USD /adult) | 56 USD | 44 USD | 41 USD | 39 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: 8:00 AM
Pickup point: Con Dao Town
Departure: 8:00 AM. Pickup is available in Con Dao Town.
Confirm your group size, availability, and final payable amount with Mekong Smile before completing payment.
Confirm your group size, availability, and final payable amount with Mekong Smile before completing payment.
FAQ
How long is the Dat Tham Beach Tour?
+The program lasts approximately 8 hours, starting with an 8:00 AM pickup in Con Dao Town.
Does the tour include lunch?
+No. Lunch is available at the Ranger Station at your own expense.
Which beaches are included?
+The route visits Bang Beach and Dat Tham Beach, alongside the guided forest walk in Con Dao National Park.
Is the Bang Beach waterfall available all year?
+No. The waterfall at Bang Beach is seasonal, and its flow depends on recent rainfall and current natural conditions.
Can I swim during the tour?
+Swimming may be possible at Bang Beach or Dat Tham Beach when weather, sea conditions, access rules, and the day’s operating conditions allow. Your guide will advise you on site. Swimming is not guaranteed.
How active is this tour?
+This is an active, full-day tour involving extended forest walking and beach stops. Travelers should be comfortable walking outdoors for several hours. Contact Mekong Smile before booking if you have mobility, knee, or health concerns.
What should I wear and bring?
+Wear supportive walking shoes and breathable clothing. Bring sun protection, insect repellent, a light rain layer when needed, and personal medication.
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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