Cat Tien National Park – What to play and how to come

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Nam Cat Tien National Park is a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor activities, and is one of the six UNESCO biosphere reserves in Vietnam. Nam Cat Tien National Park protects one of the largest tropical rainforest areas in Vietnam, and is home to many rare flora and fauna. A trekking tour or camping in Nam Cat Tien National Park promises to bring a memorable experience.

Accordingly, when coming to Cat Tien National Park , visitors have the opportunity to immerse themselves in nature with interesting activities such as cycling on the most beautiful forest road in Vietnam, bathing in the river, bathing on a stream, camping. Overnight at Bau Sau, … Or relax with sports activities such as trekking, kayaking, mountain climbing, …Visiting Cat Tien National Park - Thought It Was Not Fun But Unexpectedly FunMoments of peaceful playVisiting Cat Tien National Park - Thought It Was Not Fun But Unexpectedly FunThe serene beauty of Cat Tien National Park

Where is Cat Tien National Park? How to go?

Cat Tien National Park with a large area – 71,920 ha, stretching over the territory of 3 provinces. Including: Dong Nai, Binh Phuoc and Lam Dong. If departing from Ho Chi Minh City, it takes about 4 hours to get here. 

The means you can choose to move to Cat Tien are motorbike, car or bus. The specific instructions are as follows:

Motorcycles and cars:  From Ho Chi Minh City districts, you find your way to National Highway 1A. After that, move towards Dong Nai province. About 67km away, you will meet Dau Giay intersection. 

Here, you turn left onto Highway 20 and move about 58km more, you will meet Ta Lai intersection. You turn left and continue to move about 24km to reach Cat Tien National Park.visit-vuon-quoc-country-cat-tien-2Move to Cat Tien National Park by motorbike

– Passenger car: To be transported to the gate of the national park, you can buy tickets to Be or Kim Hoan bus company at the Eastern bus station with many hours of departure during the day. In which, the earliest trip is 6:30 and the latest is 14:00. Ticket price is about 100,000 VND / way

Or if not, you can buy car tickets of companies running the Saigon – Da Lat route. On the way, you ask the driver to drop off at Ta Lai junction. Then, rent a taxi or motorbike taxi to move inside Cat Tien National Park .

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Interesting activities when visiting Cat Tien National Park

WITH only VND 60,000 entrance fee, you will experience extremely interesting activities when visiting Cat Tien National Park during your Dong Nai tour . 

Trekking through the forest, discovering unique ecosystems

Trekking is the activity chosen by many tourists when coming to Cat Tien National Park . Not only improving health, trekking through the forest is the best way to explore and feel the unique beauty of the ecosystem here.

Cat Tien National Park is famous for its rich, diverse and unique ecosystem. Walking in the garden, you will have the opportunity to see firsthand the wild animals freely grazed or rare plants such as Go Uncle Dong, Tung Co Thu, …Visiting Cat Tien National Park - Thought It Was Not Fun But Unexpectedly FunTrekking through Cat Tien forestVisiting Cat Tien National Park - Thought It Was Not Fun But Unexpectedly FunExplore unique flora

Cycling on the most beautiful forest road in Vietnam

A cool early afternoon or afternoon is a good time for you to rent a bike around the forest road in Cat Tien. Take a leisurely bike ride, admire the beautiful natural scenery and enjoy the fresh air. 

In particular, in the bright light, the garden becomes more and more splendid, creating more wonderful natural pictures than ever.Visiting Cat Tien National Park - Thought It Was Not Fun But Unexpectedly FunCycling to visit Cat Tien National ParkVisiting Cat Tien National Park - Thought It Was Not Fun But Unexpectedly FunThe beauty of the vegetation on the cycling track

Come to Bau Sau, admire the beauty of ink painting  

Bau Sau is a destination that should not be missed when visiting Cat Tien National Park . This is a swamp, surrounded by the primary forest of Cat Tien, creating a very beautiful landscape.

Here, tourists can experience thrilling activities, challenge themselves. It is sitting on a boat, walking around the swamp when under the water for a long time there will appear siamese crocodiles appearing, eyeing you.Visiting Cat Tien National Park - Thought It Was Not Fun But Unexpectedly FunPeaceful beauty in Bau SauVisiting Cat Tien National Park - Thought It Was Not Fun But Unexpectedly FunBoat ride at Bau Sau

Camp overnight, immerse yourself in the beautiful nature

When visiting Cat Tien National Park , visitors can rent an overnight camping service here. Lie back in the tent, on the grass, listen to the hum of insects and enjoy the cool night breeze and fall asleep. The moments of being in nature are very comfortable and pleasant.

Also, if you are with a group of friends, do not forget to organize a lively BBQ party. Eat, sing, dance, and talk to each other. You will have wonderful moments together here.Visiting Cat Tien National Park - Thought It Was Not Fun But Unexpectedly FunBau Sau is a suitable overnight camping site in Cat TienVisiting Cat Tien National Park - Thought It Was Not Fun But Unexpectedly FunCamp in Cat Tien National Park

Suggest a schedule to visit Cat Tien National Park 

Going back in the day

4:00 – 8:00: Depart by motorbike from Saigon to Cat Tien National Park

8:00 – 12:00: Buy tickets to the national park, rent a bicycle to go around the main roads 

12:00 – 16:00: Lunch and trekking to visit Bau Sau

16h – 17h: Move to the gate of the national park and get on the car back to SaigonVisiting Cat Tien National Park - Thought It Was Not Fun But Unexpectedly FunNatural scene at Cat Tien National Park

Sightseeing in 2 days 1 night
 

Day 1:

7:30 – 11am: Departure from Mien Dong bus station to Cat Tien National Park 

11:00 – 14:00: Have lunch, rent a jeep to Bau Sau

14h – 22h: Sightseeing, camping, overnight here

Day 2: 

7:00 – 9:00 AM: Return to the forest management office 

9:00 – 15:00 : Trekking explore the ecosystem 

15h: Prepare to get in the car, depart for Saigon Visiting Cat Tien National Park - Thought It Was Not Fun But Unexpectedly FunBoat ride on the crocodile

Conclude

For those who love nature, animals, and sports activities, Cat Tien National Park is a destination not to be missed. Carefully refer to the article information for more sightseeing experience!

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