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Can Gio, a district within Ho Chi Minh City, is the unique gem of Saigon. This place has become a favorite adventure spot for many. Below, Vntrip introduces the most detailed route to Can Gio for your journey.
Exploring the Can Gio Route by Motorbike or Car
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From the center of Saigon, head towards Tan Thuan Bridge. Then, turn onto Nguyen Van Linh, Huynh Tan Phat, and continue towards Binh Khanh Ferry.
Binh Khanh Ferry (collection)
Cross the ferry (ticket price is 5k/motorbike), then proceed along the road to the Vam Sat Nature Reserve.
On this journey, you can visit Monkey Island. Afterwards, enter the Duyen Hai area, reach the roundabout at the intersection, go straight to arrive at Can Thanh town. Here, turning left leads to the new residential area, while turning right takes you to 30-4 Beach.
Ben Thanh Market (collection)
The journey to Can Gio starts from Ben Thanh Market: Head onto Ham Nghi Street, cross Khanh Hoi Bridge.
Then, turn onto Nguyen Tat Thanh, cross Tan Thuan 2 Bridge, and turn right onto Nguyen Van Linh.
Continue for about 1.7km, then turn left at Thai Duc Company. Cross Da Khoa Bridge and enter Nguyen Thi Thap Street.
Continue for approximately 1km and then take a left onto Huynh Tan Phat Street. Travel an additional 9km to reach Binh Khanh ferry. Following these directions will lead you to Can Gio after that.
Some tips for your motorbike journey to Can Gio
– Can Gio road is quite deserted. Remember to fill up your gas tank as finding a gas station along this route can be challenging.
– The road from Can Gio's entrance to Can Thanh town is fairly large but has many rocky surfaces and is not entirely smooth. Therefore, make sure to prepare your vehicle for a safe journey.
– Be attentive to follow traffic rules as there are many traffic police on the road. Ensure you have all necessary documents to avoid penalties.
– When visiting Monkey Island, safeguard your belongings as the monkeys here are known for snatching items from tourists.
Guide to Can Gio by bus
Bus number 20 (collected)
From the center of Saigon, there are convenient bus options every 5-10 minutes. Take bus number 20 from Ben Thanh Market heading towards Nha Be. Alight at Binh Khanh ferry. Next, cross the ferry and catch bus number 90 to reach the beach.
Bus route number 90 (collected)
Additionally, you can take bus number 75 Saigon – Can Gio. However, note that this is a non-subsidized bus, so the fare will be higher.
When taking the bus, be aware that Can Gio doesn't have designated bus stops. You can alight and catch the bus anywhere. Therefore, choose your desired destination, alight, and walk to explore. Later, catch another bus to continue your journey.
Explore Thanh An Island in Can Gio
Located approximately 70km from Saigon, Thanh An Island is the only island commune of Ho Chi Minh City, entirely separated from the mainland. It is a popular tourist destination known for its fresh and affordable seafood.
Thanh An Island commune (collected)
If you choose to travel by motorbike:
Starting from Ben Thanh Market, turn onto Ham Nghi Street, and at the end of the road, turn right onto Khanh Hoi Bridge. Continue on Nguyen Tat Thanh Street, and at the end, enter Nguyen Van Linh Street. After that, head towards Binh Khanh ferry. Be cautious as this stretch of road is quite desolate, so make sure to fill up with gas, as finding a gas station here can be challenging.
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After crossing the ferry, continue straight. When you reach the end of the road with a roundabout, turn right. Then, proceed straight to the park, turn left, and after a distance, turn onto Dao Cu Street.
At this point, the route may seem confusing as there are two piers for Thach An Island. Tac Suat Wharf is used during high water, and Cau Den Wharf is used during low water. Depending on the water level, you will use one of the two piers. Before proceeding, ask locals at the pier or go directly to the pier to inquire.
Tac Suat Ferry (collected)
To reach Tac Suat Ferry from Dao Cu Street, go a short distance and turn right onto Dang Van Kieu Street. At the end of the road, you'll find the ferry dock.
For Cau Den Ferry, from Dao Cu Street, cross the earlier intersection and turn into the ferry dock (meaning you go back from Tac Suat Ferry, turn right). Follow Tac Suat Street, and at the end of the main road, you'll find the ferry dock.
In Thanh An, there are also two ferry docks for different water levels. Therefore, when returning, make sure to ask locals in advance.
Additionally, you can take the bus route to Can Gio and Thanh An. From Ben Thanh Market, board bus number 20, alight at Binh Khanh ferry, cross the ferry, and then catch bus number 90. The final stop for bus 90 is the road leading to Cau Den ferry dock.
