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[1 day] Nature Boost: Nature Exploration at Dong Nai Cultural and Nature Reserve (Ma Da Forest)
Tan phu - Ma Da Nr. , Vietnam
The Price : 55 $
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Total Seats : 0/0
Duration : 1 Day
Max People : 12
Age Range : 6-14
Start Location: HCMc
Highlights
Nature Trekking: Experience a day in Ma Da Forest, where kids will develop their trekking abilities along forest trails and begin to understand the forest ecosystem, fostering a love for and appreciation of nature.
Physical Well-being: Enhance fitness with a gentle forest trek (3-4 km).
Discover Biodiversity: Learn about the diverse world of flora and fauna in the forest.
Sensory Experience: Immerse in the forest’s sensory delights.
Medicinal Plants: Explore some forest medicinal plants.
Adventure Challenge: Experience the thrill of a rope bridge crossing.
Basic Forest Survival Skills: Practice fundamental forest navigation skills.
Itinerary
6:15 AM: Group gathering at one of two pickup points (departing from Ho Chi Minh City)
Pickup Point 1: Youth Cultural House – 4A Pham Ngoc Thach Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Pickup Point 2: WANEE Vietnam Office – 53 D Street, Lakeview Urban Area, An Phu Ward, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City
6:45 AM: Departure – Program introduction
8:30 AM: Arrival at Ma Da Guesthouse – Restroom break
9:00 AM: Arrive at Dong Nai Cultural and Nature Reserve (80 km from Ho Chi Minh City)
9:30 AM: Forest trekking – Understanding the forest ecosystem
12:00 PM: Lunch
1:30 PM: Visit Zone B – Basic forest navigation skills – Rope bridge challenge
3:00 PM: Return to base
5:00 PM: Group drop-off point, see you on future journeys
Cost
Cost: Pickup and drop-off in Ho Chi Minh City – 1 gathering point
1,150,000 VND / member
700,000 VND / child under 6 years old (children under 6 years old must be accompanied by a parent)
Inclusions:
Round-trip transportation
Travel insurance
1 lunch and 1 morning snack
Environmental service fees, forest entry fees, and guide fees
Drinking water (bottled)
Exclusions
Services not included in the itinerary
Additional beverages (soft drinks, milk, etc.)
Payment Method: Bank Transfer
Note
Full payment required upon registration to secure your spot, no later than 4 days before the departure date.
Cancellation 4 days before departure: 100% refund or rescheduling support.
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 Nature Reserve.
To ensure safety, follow the guide’s instructions and do not wander off independently.
Clothing
Light-colored, lightweight, comfortable, moisture-wicking attire.
Long pants are recommended.
If wearing short sleeves, please bring a thin jacket or long-sleeve gloves.
If wearing shorts, please bring knee-high socks.
Lightweight, durable, secure-strapped backpack.
Footwear: Waterproof sports shoes or hiking boots, sandals, or crocs with secure straps.
Fabric hat/cap
Mosquito/bug spray
Sunscreen, personal medications (if needed).
Personal water bottle (to minimize plastic waste)
Personal raincoat.