A green getaway around Saigon

Tan Lap Floating Village (Long An)

Located about 100 km from Saigon, Tan Lap floating village was once a hot spot on the list of tourist destinations near Saigon, boasting stunning scenery. The floating village was built quite a while ago, but only became a popular check-in location for young people after the music video "Banh Troi Nuoc" (Floating Rice Cakes) was filmed there.

You can choose to explore this mangrove forest by two routes: by water or by land. If you choose to explore by boat, you'll feel like you're immersed in a wonderfully cool, relaxing, and authentically Mekong Delta landscape.

And when you wander along the winding stone paths through the mangrove forest, you'll feel like you've stepped into a fairyland, with fascinating canopies of trees and vines. Of course, you'll have plenty of opportunities to take photos and get creative with unique and stunning shots to kick off this year's summer travel season.

Besides strolling around and taking photos, you can also observe the entire forest from observation decks, try walking across the rickety monkey bridge, and take pictures of lotus flowers… Tan Lap Floating Village Ecotourism Area is one of the ideal tourist destinations near Saigon for groups of friends who want to go somewhere for a weekend getaway, offering convenience and the opportunity to fully enjoy nature and fresh green spaces.

• Address: National Highway 62, Moc Hoa District, Long An Province

Binh Chau Hot Springs (Ba Ria - Vung Tau)

In 1928, during a survey trip to the southeastern region of Vietnam, a French doctor discovered the Binh Chau mineral spring, but it wasn't until recently that the area was developed into a tourist resort.

Nestled amidst a pristine forest, Binh Chau hot springs boast over 70 open-air geysers and abundant mineral mud, making it an ideal retreat in lush green nature. Furthermore, Binh Chau hot springs have been recognized by the World Tourism Organization as one of the world's 65 most sustainable ecotourism destinations.

• Address: Bung Rieng Commune, Moc Chau District, Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province

Vung Tau Beach (Ba Ria - Vung Tau)

Located just a 3-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City, with a 20km long coastline, Vung Tau is one of the favorite destinations for tourists in southern Vietnam. Jutting out from the mainland like a strip of land, visitors can admire the East Sea at both sunrise and sunset. Many hotels in Vung Tau offer stunning views of these beaches.

Visitors can choose from many famous beaches here such as Bai Sau, Bai Truoc, Bai Dau, etc., to immerse themselves in the cool, clear blue water. Besides that, you can visit the Statue of Christ the Redeemer, the Shakyamuni Buddha Statue, and enjoy seafood dishes as well as the famous banh xeo (Vietnamese savory pancake) unique to Vung Tau.

Can Gio Beach (Ho Chi Minh City)

Located 70 km from the city center, Can Gio boasts a unique beach and is known as the "green lung" of Ho Chi Minh City. In Can Gio, you can easily find peaceful beach scenery or unique mangrove forests.

Can Gio also has many other interesting places such as Monkey Island, Vam Sat tourist area, Whale Mausoleum… Don't forget to visit Hang Duong market to buy seafood; you'll be amazed by the vast variety of seafood available. Prices here aren't cheap because the seafood is very fresh and is usually brought here by fishermen immediately after catching it.

Cao Minh Tourist Area (Dong Nai)

Located just over 40 km from Saigon, Cao Minh tourist area boasts numerous meticulously designed miniature landscapes set in a tranquil, cool, and comfortable green space, featuring bamboo-lined paths, a miniature "Hoan Kiem Lake," and Western-style scenes such as brick houses and a suspension bridge. If you're looking for a getaway to escape the Saigon heat or the daily hustle and bustle, this is a suitable choice.

In particular, Cao Minh tourist area is an extremely suitable location for organizing group outings, team building activities, and outdoor sports. Besides sightseeing and immersing yourself in the peaceful and lush natural environment, you can experience many fun outdoor games such as: zipline, fishing, boating, and various outdoor games…

• Address: Hamlet 2, Vinh Tan Commune, Vinh Cuu District, Dong Nai Province

Suoi Mo Park (Dong Nai)

Located just about 100 km from Ho Chi Minh City, Suoi Mo Park is considered one of the best eco-tourism destinations near Saigon to visit with family or friends. Suoi Mo offers both "forest" and "beach" experiences, earning it the nickname "beach in the forest," with lush green forests surrounding the stream and cool waterfalls, along with a large swimming lake covering approximately 150,000 m².².

Here you can also find outdoor recreational activities such as kayaking, jet skiing, and a complex of water games including water slides and water bikes… perfect for organizing group games and team building activities.

• Address: No. 9, Hamlet 6, Tra Co Commune, Tan Phu District, Dong Nai Province

Suoi Tre Tourist Area (Dong Nai)

Suoi Tre Tourist Area was established in the early 20th century when the French came to Long Khanh to set up rubber plantations. The terrain here is mainly red basalt soil, with an altitude of about 150 meters above sea level, so the climate is mild and pleasant.

Through the ups and downs of time, although the appearance of Suoi Tre tourist area has changed somewhat, the scenery here remains an attractive spot for strolling and taking photos for tourists from near and far during their trip to Dong Nai.

• Address: KM1.824 of National Highway 1A, Long Khanh town, Dong Nai province

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