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Unique tour packages are available, offering a rare opportunity to see several stages of conservation in action, but also providing a sustainable way for local communities to generate funds and strengthen protection activities for the future.
Tour of Dao Tien
Tour of Dao Tien Endangered Primate Species' Centre
This half day trip os the perfect way to see how Dao Tien and the Forestry Protection Department are working together to rehabilitate primates that have fallen victim to the illegal wildlife trade, reday for release back into the wild.
A visit to Dao Tien includes:
- A short, and beautiful, boat ride to Dao Tien island.
- A fully guided tour (available in English or Vietnamese) to show you how these endangered primates are rescued and rehabilitated on their journey back into the forest.
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Eliie, transferred to Dao Tien by the
Forestry Protection Department for rehabilitation
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Lucy, rescued from the ilegal pet trade
in Ho Chi Minh City
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- Access to our viewing platform for excellent views of Dao Tien gibbons practising in the trees.
- A chance to relax in our new Cu Li Education Pad, where you can enjoy a range of refreshments and cakes, purchase EAST merchandise, or simply just talk some more with the staff at Dao Tien about the work carried out there. You can also check out our fun educational activities, such as designing a super primate, in our Cu Li Kids' area.
- For group tours or school visits, we can provide presenations on topics which can be tailored to your group. Please contact daotien@go-east.org for further information.
Young female gibbon in semi-free forested area
Booking Information
- The Gibbon Rehabilitation Tour costs 150,000 Vietnamese Dong (approximately $8) for an adult, but there are reduced prices for children and Vietnamese nationals.
- If you would like to visit Dao Tien Centre, you can book on arrival at Cat Tien National Park, or by contacting Cat Tien Tourism Office on ecotourism@cattiennationalpark.com or +84 (0) 613669228.
- If you have any furher queries, please contact us at daotien@go-east.org.
All proceeds from the sale of tour tickets. refreshments and merchandise go towards caring for Dao Tien's primates ad employing local staff.