Watch Sea Turtles Nesting in Con Dao Tour
Con Dao Island
- Day trip
- Con Dao Island
- Con Dao Island
Overview
Spend a tranquil and unforgettable night on Bay Canh Island, one of Con Dao’s most vital sea turtle nesting sites. From May to October, visitors have the rare chance to witness green turtles (Chelonia mydas) coming ashore to nest under the moonlight. Alongside this mesmerizing experience, explore the lush mangroves where “Tank Crabs” (Cardisoma canifex) prowl through the mudflats in search of prey.
Arrival/Departure Locations
- Con Dao Island/ Con Dao Island
Service Included
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Speedboat transfers
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National park entrance fee
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Dinner
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Mineral water
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Hammock for resting overnight on Bay Canh Island
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Professional tour guide
Service Excluded
- Meals at attractions
Tour highlights
Tour details
Watch Sea Turtles Laying Eggs
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15:30 – Pick-up at the harbor
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16:00 – Arrive at Bay Canh Island. Enjoy snorkeling and explore the mangrove forest, home to the unique "Tank Crabs" (Cardisoma canifex)
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17:30 – Dinner on the island
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19:00 – Night walk through the mangrove to observe tank crabs hunting. Afterwards, wait quietly for the sea turtles to arrive with the high tide and witness them nesting and laying eggs.
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06:00 – If hatchlings are present, watch baby turtles being released into the sea
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07:00 – Return to the harbor – End of tour
Remarks:
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Do not hunt or gather any marine or forest resources
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Fishing is strictly prohibited in coral reef zones
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Please refrain from bringing plastic bags on board
Children Policy:
- Under 3 years ( Parents will pay if anywhere request for fee): free of charge
- Child from 11 years (Share Room with 1 Adult): 100% adult fare
- Child from 3-10 years (Share Room with 1 Adult): 100% adult fare
- Child from 3-10 years (with extra bed): 90% adult fare
- Child from 2 - 10 years ( without extra bed): 75% adult fare
