Con Dao
1 day
Trekking
6/10
$49 USD
DESCRIBE

Chua Mountain is the second highest mountain in Con Dao, with an altitude of 577m above sea level. This mountain is not only of great geographical importance but also one of the ideal destinations for those who love mountain climbing and exploring wild nature. This is where you can enjoy the majestic beauty of Con Dao from above, with one side being the vast blue sea, the other side being lush primeval forests. The Nui Chua trekking tour in Con Dao is an experience not to be missed for those who love nature and exploration. Although it is a physical challenge, it will bring you wonderful moments and unforgettable memories of the wild beauty of Con Dao.

Highlight

Experiencing panoramic view of Con Dao

Trekking through primeval forests

Having lunch on the top of the mountain

>> See the guide to explore Con Dao here

 

SUMMARY
  • Departure Point: Con Dao

  • Duration: 1 day

  • Destination: Con Dao

  • Activities: Trekking

  • Min : 4 people

  • Best time: Apr - Aug

  • Max : 20 people

  • Difficulty level: 6/10

ITINERARY

08:00 - Tour guide and driver pick you up at the hotel to go to Co Ong area.

08:30 - Starting the journey of discovery by walking into the primeval forest. During the trip, you will admire the wild beauty of the old forest, where the diverse ecosystem changes with altitude. Interesting moments will come when you unexpectedly meet rare animals such as long-tailed monkeys, black squirrels, monitor lizards, etc.

10:15 - Arriving at the top of Chua Mountain, with an altitude of more than 500m, you will be immersed in the misty mist and admire a vast sea and the entire beautiful island.

11:45 - Having a picnic lunch at the eco-hut.

14:00 - After lunch, you continue walking through 3 km of forest road to return to the Environmental Education Center. Here, you will visit the Interpretation Room and the Flora and Fauna Specimens Exhibition Area to learn more about the rich ecosystem of this land.

17:00 - At the end of the exploration journey, the tour guide will take you back to the hotel, ending a day full of experiences and unforgettable memories.

* Meals included: lunch

 

INCLUSION/EXCLUSION

Inclusion:

  • Car in Con Dao: airport & pier shuttle, island tour shuttle
  • 2 nights in the hotel at the centre location: 03-star hotel, standard: 2 people/room
  • 1 night at the ranger station
  • Sea turtle nesting tour
  • National Park walking tour
  • Tour guide & forest ranger
  • Meals as in the itinerary
  • Trekking & Snorkelling equipment
  • Drinks & snacks daily
  • Environmental protection and sightseeing fees, tickets
  • Travel insurance

     

Exclusion:

  • Airline or boat tickets to and from Con Dao

  • Personal expenses

  • Alcoholic drink

  • Tips for guides and porters

     

THE EQUIPMENT NECESSARY

Equipment provided by us:

  • Trekking pole
  • First aid bag  

Essential stuff you need to bring: 

  • 10L – 20L trekking backpack
  • Trekking pole, trekking shoes
  • Baseball cap or wide-brimmed hat
  • 1L water bottle
  • ID card or Passport

     

Other items you may consider to bring:

  • Sunscreen
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Flashlight
  • Spare batteries
  • Phone, camera