The Hidden Natural Glory of Vietnam

When talking about the natural glory of Vietnam, the first destination that would pop into mind is the Ha Long Bay. However, Vietnam has many natural jewels hidden within its landscape that are worth a visit during any eco-enthusiast’s Vietnam adventure trip. While most tours would take you down the beaten path, including the following offbeat destinations to your Vietnam travel itinerary will acquaint you with the heart and soul of this wonderful land.

The Can Gio Mangrove Forest is a must-see for eco-enthusiasts on their Vietnam adventure trip. A wetland located 40 km south-east of Ho Chi Minh City, this mangrove forest is home to more than 150 species of plants. Along with a host of rare plants, you shall also find 45 species of fish, 18 mollusks, 27 crustaceans and 3 species of amphibians. Whether you have a keen interest in nature or not, simply visiting this UNESCO biosphere reserve for its immense natural beauty and chirruping birds will make the trip worthwhile.

The Cat Tien National Park, a tropical rainforest in southern Vietnam is another gem of a destination to add to your travel itinerary. If you have always been mesmerized by the magnificence of large animals, then this National Park shall not leave you disappointed. During this leg of your Vietnam Tours, you can be positive of spotting herds of buffalos, a sleuth of bears, the Javan rhino or Asian elephant. In addition to such majestic animals, you can also be sure of spotting numerous bird species such as black eagles, great hornbills and white-winged ducks along with smaller animals like deers, shrews and gibbons.

Another brilliant destination for the eco-enthusiast on his/her Vietnam adventure travel is the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this enchanting park lays hidden in the Quang Binh Province of north central Vietnam. Best known for its fascinating Phong Nha cave, the park is also home to the Ke Bang forest along with its exciting collection of biodiversity. For more information on such offbeat destinations and more, do get in touch with our travel advisors.