About Con Dao National Park
Con Dao National Park is a protected area covering most of Con Son Island and surrounding islets and marine waters in the Con Dao archipelago, Con Dao District, Ho Chi Minh City, about 230 km southeast of mainland Vietnam. Established in 1993, it protects primary evergreen forest, mangroves, coral reefs, seagrass beds and nesting beaches for green sea turtles. The park is notable for its biodiversity, endemic species and well-preserved island ecosystems.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a largely forested island park with hiking trails through primary evergreen and mangrove forest, secluded beaches such as Ong Dung and Dat Tham, and a large marine protected area with coral reefs and seagrass beds. The park headquarters near Con Son town provides information and guide services. Guided treks, snorkeling and diving trips, and seasonal night tours to watch green sea turtles nesting and hatchling releases on offshore islets like Bay Canh are the main visitor experiences.
Key highlights
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One of Vietnam's most important green sea turtle nesting sites with seasonal turtle watching on Bay Canh Islet
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Marine protected area with coral reefs, seagrass beds and diverse marine life for snorkeling and diving
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Primary evergreen forest and mangroves home to endemic species such as Con Dao long-tailed macaque and Con Dao black squirrel
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