Cat Tien National Park Tour: Night Safari & Jungle Hike
Dalat coffee farms tour with waterfall stops, night wildlife jeep ride, and forest hiking with monkeys and deer
A private 3-day tour from Dalat to Cat Tien National Park and Saigon combines jungle trekking, wildlife spotting, and conservation education across two nights in the park. Day one moves through Dalat's coffee plantations and waterfalls before a 5km hike and night safari in the Ta Lai buffer zone. Day two focuses on longer forest trails from Crocodile Lake, watching for birds and mammals. Day three bikes out through rocky terrain and Tri An Lake back to Ho Chi Minh City by evening.
Step-by-step itinerary
Day 1: Dalat to Cat Tien National Park
- Pick up from hotel at 08:00
- Visit coffee plantations and try Weasel Coffee
- See Elephant waterfall
- Visit powerful waterfall and take photos
- Boat ride across Dong Nai River
- Hike 5km through Cat Tien trails
- Dinner at park's heart
- Night Safari in Ta Lai buffer zone
Day 2: Explore Cat Tien National Park
- Hike from Crocodile lake to park headquarters
- Observe birds and wildlife
- 5km hike through forest
- Spot monkeys and deer
Day 3: Cat Tien to Ho Chi Minh City
- Morning wildlife sounds and breakfast
- Bike ride through Nam Cat Tien terrain
- Cross Tri An Lake
- Return to Saigon by 17:30
What’s included
- Trekking through jungle trails.
- private transportation with an English-speaking guide.
- two nights' accommodation at a homestay in Cat Tien National Park.
- night safari by jeep in the Ta Lai buffer zone.
- use of a bicycle for the final day's ride to Saigon.
- all park fees and taxes.
Times
- Every day 08:00
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The experience
Cat Tien National Park sits 160km south of Dalat, and the route there takes you through the region's coffee country first. Your guide stops at working plantations where you see different Vietnamese coffee varieties and visit a weasel coffee farm: the animal whose digestive process creates one of the world's most expensive beans. Two major waterfalls break up the drive: Elephant Waterfall and a second high cascade where the landscape opens into raw rock and spray.
The park itself starts with a boat crossing the Dong Nai River, then a 5km hike through dense forest where your guide points out rare tree species like Bang Lang and Tung. That evening, a night safari by jeep through the Ta Lai buffer zone is when the park's nocturnal animals move: the guide watches for wildlife while keeping the group safe. You stay two nights in a homestay inside the park, near Crocodile Lake.
Day two is a full day of hiking: a trail from Crocodile Lake to park headquarters, then another 5km push deeper into the forest. Monkeys swing overhead, deer appear in clearings, and the canopy closes in enough that the outside world disappears. The final morning you bike out on gravel and rocky terrain, crossing Tri An Lake before the road opens toward Saigon. Arrival is around 5:30pm, ending the three days in the city where you started.
Is this one for you?Book this if you're ready for two nights based in one location with both daytime and night exploration, not a quick visit, and can handle steady forest walking plus a full-day bike ride on uneven terrain.
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Top questions
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What animals might I see on the night safari at Cat Tien?
The night safari by jeep through the Ta Lai buffer zone targets nocturnal wildlife that moves after dark: the guide prioritizes spotting animals while keeping the group safe, though specific sightings depend on the season and animal activity that night.
How much walking is involved across the three days?
Day one includes a 5km hike through the park's entrance trails; day two involves a hike from Crocodile Lake to headquarters plus another 5km through deeper forest, totaling roughly 10km of walking that day; day three is mostly biking on varied terrain rather than on foot.
What is weasel coffee and why do people visit the farm?
Weasel coffee comes from beans that have passed through a civet's digestive system, creating a rare and expensive product. The farm visit lets you see the animal itself, taste the coffee, and buy local souvenirs while enjoying views from the coffee shop.
Do I need to arrange my own transport from Dalat to Cat Tien, or is it included?
Private transportation is included throughout the tour: your driver and guide pick you up from your Dalat hotel at 8:00am on day one and handle all movement until drop-off in Saigon on day three.
What should I bring for the bike ride on day three?
Day three crosses rocky terrain, gravel roads, and muddy trails by bicycle before reaching paved roads toward Saigon. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water, as the ride covers 160km and takes most of the day.
Are meals provided during the tour?
The tour includes accommodation and activities, but meals are not part of the package. You arrange dining at the homestay and during stops, though your guide can recommend local options.
Cat Tien National Park Tour: Night Safari & Jungle Hike
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