[2 days] Nature Boost: Adventure at Nam Cat Tien National Park

Nam Cat Tien National Park , Vietnam
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[2 days] Nature Boost: Adventure at Nam Cat Tien National Park

The Price :   100 $

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Total Seats :  0/0
Duration :   2 Days 1 Night
Max People :    20
Age Range :   5-50
Start Location:   HCMc
NATURE BOOST – 2 Days, 1 Night at Nam Cat Tien National Park
Highlights of the Trip
Witness Wildlife in Their Natural Habitat: The only place in Vietnam where you can easily spot wild species in their natural environment.
Conservation Insights: Learn about conservation efforts.
Explore Forest’s Tales: Discover the daily changes in Earth’s history through the lens of the forest.
Physical Well-being: Engage in breathing exercises, forest trekking, and cycling.
Safe Experiences: Enjoy safe activities within the national park premises.
Itinerary
Day 1: Conservation Story – Forest Walk – Night Wildlife Watching
6:15 – 6:30 AM: Meet at the pickup point
Pickup Point 1: Youth Cultural House – 4A Pham Ngoc Thach Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City (Maps)
Pickup Point 2: WANEE Vietnam Office – 53 D Street, Lakeview City, An Phu Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City (Maps)
7:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Depart for Nam Cat Tien National Park
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Cross the river – Check-in
Accommodation: Basic amenities room within the National Park center
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Visit the Museum – Rescue Center
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Forest walk – Exploring the forest ecosystem
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Freshen up – Dinner
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Night wildlife watching by specialized vehicle
9:00 PM: Free time
Overnight at the National Park center
Day 2: Morning Breathing Exercise – Forest Sounds Listening – Forest Cycling
5:30 AM – 6:00 AM: Wake up – Personal hygiene
6:00 AM – 7:00 AM: Morning breathing exercise – Listen to the forest sounds
7:30 AM – 8:00 AM: Breakfast
8:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Forest cycling (Route: Ben Cu Ferry – Bac Dong Bo Tree – Bang Lang Forest)
Search for wildlife traces
Explore lessons about the forest ecosystem’s diversity
Physical fitness
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Pack up – Check out
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch – Summary
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Return to Ho Chi Minh City, see you on future journeys
Participants 
Cost for OPEN TOUR
2,600,000 VND / child (6 – 14 years old)
2,950,000 VND / adult (above 14 years old)
1,000,000 VND / child (under 6 years old)
Inclusions
Round-trip transportation
Travel insurance
Meals as per the itinerary (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner + 1 morning snack)
Accommodation at Nam Cat Tien National Park
Environmental service fees, special vehicles, cycling fees, and guide fees
Drinking water (bottled)
Exclusions:
Services not included in the itinerary
Additional beverages (soft drinks, milk, etc.)
Notes
Deposit of 40% of the cost required upon registration.
Pay 60% of the tour cost at least 4 days before departure.
Cancellation 4 days before departure: 100% refund
Cancellation 1 – 3 days before departure: 50% refund
In case of force majeure or disasters, the tour may be rescheduled.
Arrive 10 – 15 minutes before departure time.
Respect local culture and regulations within the National Park.
To ensure safety, follow the guide’s instructions and do not wander off independently.
Clothing
02 sets of long clothing for daytime activities (long pants + long-sleeve shirts; if wearing short sleeves, please bring a thin jacket or long-sleeve gloves covering the arms)
01 set of sleepwear for the evening
General requirement: Members will carry their own backpacks during movement before check-in and after check-out; please choose lightweight, comfortable, moisture-wicking attire.
Backpack: Lightweight, good elasticity, secure straps.
Footwear: Waterproof shoes or sports shoes
01 – 02 pairs of knee-high socks (long socks required).
Slippers: Carry 01 pair of slippers for moving around at the accommodation.
Fabric hat/cap
Flashlight, binoculars (if available)
Mosquito/bug spray
Sunscreen, personal medications (if needed).
Personal hygiene items: toothpaste, toothbrush, towel…

Places You’ll See :

Biodiversity valuesCat Tien National Park supports a variety of habitat types, including primary and secondary lowland evergreen forests dominated by species in the Dipterocarpaceae; primary and secondary lowland semi-evergreen forest, dominated by Lagerstroemia spp; freshwater wetlands with open lakes and seasonally inundated grasslands, containing Saccharum spontaneumS. arundinaceum and Neyraudia arundinacea; flooded forest, dominated by Hydnocarpus anthelmintica mixed with Ficus benjamina; and a range of secondary habitat types, including grassland and areas dominated by bamboo.To date, 76 mammals, 320 birds, 74 reptiles, 35 amphibians, 99 fish, and 435 butterfly species have been confirmed to occur at the national park; and there are unconfirmed records of an additional 32 mammals, 19 birds, nine reptiles, four amphibian, 31 fish and four butterfly species. The species confirmed to occur include 16 mammals, 15 birds, and eight reptiles that are globally threatened.Cat Tien is one of the most important sites in Vietnam for the conservation of large mammals. Among the large mammal species that have been confirmed to occur at the national park are Asian Elephant (Elephas maximus), Lesser One-horned Rhinoceros, Eurasian Wild Pig (Sus scrofa), Sambar (Cervus unicolor) and Gaur (Bos gaurus), of which the later three species reportedly occur at high densities relative to other areas in Vietnam. Of the large mammal populations at Cat Tien National Park, the most globally significant one is that of Lesser One-horned Rhinoceros. This is the only known population of the species in mainland South-East Asia and the only known population of the sub-species R. s. annamiticus in the world. However, the population size and range of this species at the national park has declined over the last two decades, and current estimates put the population size at seven or eight individuals and the range at 6,500 ha.Cat Tien National Park is also a nationally important site for primate conservation, supporting populations of several primates of conservation concern, including Black-shanked Douc (Pygathrix nigripes), Northern Pig-tailed Macaque (Macaca leonina) and Yellow-cheeked Crested Gibbon (Hylobates gabriellae).Bird fauna - BirdingCat Tien National Park is situated in the South Vietnamese Lowlands Endemic Bird Area (EBA), and supports populations of all three bird species that characterised this EBA: Orange-necked Partridge (Arborophila davidi), Germain's Peacock Pheasant (Polyplectron germaini) and Grey-faced Tit Babbler (Macronous kelleyi).Most highlightsOrange-necked Partridge, Germain's Peacock Pheasant, Siamese Fireback, Green Peafowl, Wreathed Hornbill, Lesser Adjutant, Woolly-necked Stork, Blue-rumped and Bar-bellied Pittas, Pale-headed and Black-and-buff Woodpeckers, Black-and-red, Banded, Dusky Broadbill, Blyth’s Frogmouth, Grey-faced Tit Babbler.Birding routesThe Lagerstroemia and Ecological Trails, which begin near the park headquarters are good places to search for Germain’s Peacock Pheasant and pittas. The Dak Lua road may provide easier birding, especially early in the day when broadbills and Siamese Fireback can be seen.Haven rapid trail is one of good places for broadbills, woodpeckers, barbets.Jeeps can be rented to the turn off to Bau Sau (Crocodile Lake) and Bau Chim (Bird Lake). Green Peafowl and waterbirds can be seen around these lakes, as well as Siamese Crocodile and, for the fortunate visitor, large mammals such as Gaur. The 5 km trail from the Dak Lua road to Bau Sau is also a good place for Germain’s Peacock Pheasant and pitas.TransportationCat Tien is about 3.5 to 4 hours (depends on trafic) by car from Ho Chi Minh City (150 km) and 3.5 hours from Da Lat city.  The site is situated off National Highway 20 between Ho Chi Minh City and Da Lat.AccommodationsA range of standard accommodation is available at the park headquarters, and it is also possible to stay at Bau Sau, a ranger station in the heart of the park.Forest Floor Lodge is more fancy, it locates at Ben Cu rapid where people can enjoy the view however for most birders they don't need to stay here

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What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • Drinking water
  • Entrance fees
  • Expert guide
  • Jeeps
  • Meals
  • Travel insurance