Overview of Cat Tien National Park
Located in the communes of Nam Cat Tien, Dak Lua, Tri An, Phu Ly and Tho Son in Dong Nai province, Cat Tien National Park is considered a giant "jewel" or "green treasure" of the southern region. With a total area of more than 71,000 hectares, this is a nature reserve characterized by low evergreen broad-leaved tropical rain forests, where the winding Dong Nai river embraces, creating a diverse ecosystem and breathtaking landscape. This place not only plays the role of a "green lung" regulating the climate for the entire region, but is also a place recognized by UNESCO as a World Biosphere Reserve, a rare destination where visitors can admire rare wild animals in the natural environment, creating a strong attraction for those passionate about exploration.
Cat Tien National Park
The highlight that creates the soul of Cat Tien National Park is the wonderful blend of ancient forest vegetation and the typical wetland river system. At the core of the forest, the Bau Sau area is hidden in the middle of the jungle, bringing quiet, wild and mysterious beauty, and is a wetland of international importance (Ramsar). Not only does it have a magnificent landscape with giant Tung trees hundreds of years old, Cat Tien is also a "mecca" of rare animals such as the yellow-cheeked gibbon, black-shanked douc and Indochinese gaur. Visitors coming here can also enjoy typical natural products and experience a unique night animal watching tour, bringing cultural imprints and extremely unique natural experiences.
Outstanding attractions in Cat Tien National Park
Bau Sau
Bau Sau
Located in the deepest core of the old forest in Dak Lua Commune, Bau Sau is a destination with the most pristine beauty and tranquility of this land. This is a large wetland area, home to purebred freshwater Siamese crocodiles, which were once considered extinct in the wild. Tourists come here not only to experience the exciting feeling of walking through the forest (trekking) over a distance of 5km, but also to see with their own eyes hundreds of crocodiles hidden under the calm water surface, feeling the strong interference between the aquatic ecosystem and the deep green forests of Dong Nai province.
Ancient Tung Tree
Ancient Tung Tree
Dubbed the "giant" of the green forest, the ancient Tung tree located in Nam Cat Tien Commune is a must-see stop for all visitors when visiting the garden. With an age of more than 400 years, the tree possesses a huge exposed root system, spreading out like sturdy walls stretching dozens of meters above the ground. Standing under the vast canopy of leaves that obscures the sky, you will feel small before the magnificence of nature, and at the same time feel the intense vitality of the vegetation typical of the Southeast region over the centuries.
Fairy Island - Primate Conservation Station
Fairy Island
Nestled on the gentle Dong Nai river in Nam Cat Tien Commune, Dao Tien is an isolated forest specializing in preserving rare primates such as the yellow-cheeked gibbon and the black-shanked douc langur. This is not a regular zoo but a semi-wild environment, where experts help primates restore their natural instincts before releasing them into the deep forest. Exploring Fairy Island gives visitors useful knowledge about environmental education and a deep sense of efforts to protect biodiversity of the new Dong Nai province.
Heaven Waterfall - Standing Waterfall
Thac Troi
Scattered along the flow of the Dong Nai River through Nam Cat Tien Commune are the enchanting Thac Troi and Thac Dung systems, creating charming landscapes. Streams of water pour down from the stone steps layer after layer, creating white foam, creating a simple but no less magnificent scene in the heart of the jungle. This is an ideal place for visitors to stop to rest, listen to the music of the mountains and forests and watch flocks of colorful butterflies perching along both sides of the stream, creating a cool and extremely relaxing picnic space.
Cat Tien archaeological site
Cat Tien archaeological site
Located near the buffer zone of Nam Cat Tien Commune, this archaeological site is a complex of temples, towers and stone tombs bearing the mark of an ancient civilization from the 7th to the 11th century. The exquisitely carved stone blocks and Linga and Yoni symbols found here testify to the rich spiritual life and masterful construction art of the indigenous people thousands of years ago. Exploring these ruins gives visitors curiosity and the feeling of going back in time to learn about the historical mysteries of the mysterious Southern land.
Night animal viewing route
Night animal viewing route
Even though it operates in the evening, the night animal viewing route is a unique experience that affirms the richness of forest resources and is a meaningful ending point for the journey of discovery. From the management center in Nam Cat Tien Commune, visitors will sit in open-top cars and weave into the forest under specialized lights to observe the lives of deer, boars, hares or weasels searching for food at night. Standing in the quiet space, listening to the sound of the wind and the calls of animals, each person will better feel the magnificence of nature and the importance of national forest conservation.
Suggestions for other attractions in the Cat Tien area and surrounding areas:
Uncle Dong Wood Tree: A giant red wood tree over 700 years old, symbolizing the enduring vitality of the great forest (in Nam Cat Tien Commune).
Mai Waterfall: Beautiful waterfall with long rocky beaches, providing a pristine picnic space (now in Tan Phu Commune).
Tea forest: Forests of precious timber trees characterized by large foliage covering the path (in Nam Cat Tien Commune).
Dong Nai River: River section surrounding the garden with kayaking activities to watch the brilliant sunset (in the territory of Dak Lua and Nam Cat Tien Communes).
Best time to travel
Dry season - Golden time to explore the vast mountains (December - May)
The period from December to the end of May next year is considered the "golden time" for tourists to plan to conquer the core area of Cat Tien National Park, especially the Dak Lua Commune area. This is when the weather in Dong Nai province enters the dry season, sunny and with little rain, creating ideal conditions for trekking activities through the forest or cycling under the canopy of ancient trees without worrying about slippery roads or the appearance of forest trees. In the dry weather of the jungle, visitors have the highest opportunity to observe rare animals such as deer, gaur or wild boar searching for food at night on the grassy edges of the forest, creating an extremely complete and safe journey to explore nature.
Wild butterfly season and exciting river experiences (June – November)
Even though it is entering the rainy season, the period from June to November brings a completely new and vibrant look to the land of Nam Cat Tien Commune. The most outstanding highlight at the beginning of this season is the appearance of millions of colorful wild butterflies flying along the trails, creating an enchanting magical scene for those who love photography. This is also the time when the water level at Bau Sau rises, the trees are lush green thanks to the rain falling from the forest, bringing an extremely fresh and cool atmosphere. Visitors can experience the feeling of sitting on a boat on the Dong Nai River passing through Tho Son Commune to see the majesty of the old forest in the rain or admire the breathtaking beauty of waterfalls, creating unforgettable memories in the heart of the world's natural heritage.
Travel information
By air
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City) is the most important stop for tourists from all over the country to start their journey to conquer the "green heritage" Cat Tien. With a synchronous transportation infrastructure system, right after landing, you can easily access high-quality contract or car rental services to travel straight to the Northeast of Dong Nai province. Choosing flights to land at Tan Son Nhat early in the morning will help you optimize your time in time to join the exciting night animal watching tour in the core of the old forest in the evening of the same day.
Distance and travel route: From Tan Son Nhat airport to the National Park gate area at Nam Cat Tien Commune, the distance is about 160km. The most convenient route is to travel along the Ho Chi Minh City - Long Thanh - Dau Giay Expressway, then turn onto Highway 20 and continue towards Tan Phu district. Travel time takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes by car, taking you through vast pine forests and lush green orchards in an extremely convenient way.
Reference ticket price: Airfare ranges from 1,500,000 - 4,000,000 VND/way; The cost of a contract car to pick you up from the airport to the forest gate is about 1,800,000 - 2,500,000 VND/car.
By road
High quality Limousine and bus routes
The transportation system connecting the southern economic center with the national forest area has reached outstanding perfection with 9-seat business class Limousines and high-class sleeper buses operating with a frequency of 1 hour/trip. Current bus companies provide door-to-door pick-up and drop-off services at locations in the inner city and take customers straight to the office at Nam Cat Tien Commune right next to the garden gate. With leather massage chairs, high-speed wifi and private space, visitors can completely relax and watch the scenery of Dong Nai countryside transform through the glass window before starting the journey to discover majestic nature.
Reputable car companies: Kim Thoa Limousine, Be Limousine, Thanh Buoi, Phuong Trang passenger cars and transport units specializing in highway routes to communes in the new Dong Nai province.
Reference ticket price: About 200,000 - 350,000 VND/trip depending on vehicle type and seat position.
Intra-regional travel in Dong Nai province
Taxis and specialized transit vehicles
Taxi is the most popular means of transportation from neighboring commune centers such as Tan Phu Commune or Dinh Quan Commune to the forest gate area. However, because the road to the garden passes through many buffer areas with beautiful landscapes, visitors should choose experienced local drivers to hear more about the history of this land. At Nam Cat Tien Commune ferry terminal, you will be assisted by the garden's shuttle bus across the Dong Nai river to begin your journey to visit attractions such as Bau Sau or ancient trees in a professional way.
Note: You should contact the transit vehicle hubs in advance if traveling in a large group during the peak season (December - May) to avoid waiting and ensure the most convenient means of transportation to the core area of Dak Lua Commune.
Reference fare: Taxi about 14,000 - 16,000 VND/km; Car rental package to travel between attractions during the day ranges from 700,000 - 1,000,000 VND/trip.
Rent a motorbike to experience the riverside road
For those who are passionate about the feeling of freedom, renting a motorbike at Nam Cat Tien Commune to conquer the winding road along the Dong Nai River leading into the forest is an exciting experience. This road passes through small cliffs, on one side is the dark old forest in Phu Ly Commune, on the other side is a river valley overlooking the rustic Chau Ma villages hidden in the lush green of the forest. You can stop anywhere to hunt for nature photos or visit the small streams flowing along the forest slopes in the most proactive way.
Procedures: Just leave your Citizen Identification Card and pay in advance for the car rental at the homestays or agents near the garden gate area.
Reference rental price: 150,000 - 250,000 VND/day (tourists pay for their own gasoline, the nearest gas station is located in the center of Nam Cat Tien Commune).
Accommodation information
Luxury (High-class hotel)
Cat Tien Jungle Lodge
Cat Tien Jungle Lodge
If you are looking for a resort space according to professional hotel standards right next to the forest gate in Nam Cat Tien Commune, this is the top choice. This hotel impresses with its solid block architecture, rooms are fully equipped with modern amenities such as air conditioning, minibar and smart management system. With a direct view of the Dong Nai river and the ferry port into the garden, this is the ideal place to stay for you to enjoy attentive service before starting your journey to explore the vast mountains. Prices in 2026 range from 1,500,000 - 2,800,000 VND/night.
River Lodge
Located in a prime location on the main road leading to the garden in Nam Cat Tien Commune, River Lodge is a high-class hotel with a modern style mixed with the breath of the green forest. The biggest plus point is that the rooms have wide open glass windows, allowing you to watch the peaceful life of the buffer zone area from above. With prices ranging from 1,200,000 to 2,100,000 VND/night, the hotel also provides restaurant services specializing in European - Asian dishes and local specialties, bringing a sophisticated culinary experience to guests.
More quality hotels:
Lava Rock Hotel: Nam Cat Tien Commune – Unique volcanic rock architecture, luxurious rooms – Price from 1,100,000 VND.
Cat Tien Farmstay (Hotel Section): Nam Cat Tien Commune – Modern bunkhouse area, enthusiastic staff – Price from 950,000 VND.
Resort (Resort & Boutique)
Orchard Home Nam Cat Tien Resort
Orchard Home Nam Cat Tien Resort
Spread over a very large area in Nam Cat Tien Commune, this is a true resort with open space blending with nature and lush fruit gardens. This resort attracts tourists with separate villas built from bricks and tile roofs, creating a luxurious but still very close resort complex. With an infinity pool, children's play area and winding bicycle paths on site, Orchard Home brings absolute relaxation with prices ranging from 1,800,000 to 3,500,000 VND/night for a separate resort space.
Forest Floor Lodge (Resort)
Located deep inside the garden gate under the management of Nam Cat Tien Commune, Forest Floor Lodge is an eco-resort with luxury glamping tents and wooden bungalows by the river. The most interesting point here is that you will be relaxing right under the canopy of the ancient forest, where the sound of birds singing and the sound of the flow of the Dong Nai River is the only "music" surrounding. With prices ranging from 2,000,000 to 4,500,000 VND, this resort offers a luxurious resort experience in the heart of the world's natural heritage, especially extremely romantic candlelight dinners.
Resort worth trying:
Green Bamboo Lodge Resort: Nam Cat Tien Commune – Bamboo bungalow system along the river – Price from 1,000,000 VND.
Spirit Garden Resort: Nam Cat Tien Commune – Quiet resort space, brilliant flower garden – Price from 1,100,000 VND.
Experience (Homestay & Budget Motel)
Green Hope Lodge
This is a familiar address in Nam Cat Tien Commune for those who want to find a quality motel at a reasonable cost. Even though it's called Lodge, the space here is as close as a family homestay with a large garden and the host is extremely knowledgeable about trekking routes. With prices ranging from 450,000 to 800,000 VND/night, you will have a clean accommodation and receive dedicated support with transportation services to the Tho Son Commune or Dak Lua Commune area to explore new perspectives of the new Dong Nai province.
Ta Lai Community Longhouse (Ta Lai Longhouse)
Bringing you back to the most rustic values of ethnic people in Tan Phu Commune, Ta Lai Long House is a community tourism model combining collective motels and private rooms. Here, you will experience the real life of the Chau Ma people: sleeping on wooden stilts, enjoying grilled bamboo-tube rice and participating in brocade weaving activities. With a cost of only 300,000 to 650,000 VND/night, this is a great choice for those who love local culture and want to find a genuine connection with local people.
Suggested cozy homestays and motels:
Gibbon Singing Homestay: Nam Cat Tien Commune – Rustic, intimate space – Price from 300,000 VND.
Duy Phat Guesthouse: Nam Cat Tien Commune - Convenient, "soft" price for young groups - Price from 350,000 VND.
Festival cuisine and culture
Famous restaurants
Cay Dau Restaurant
Cay Dau Restaurant
If you want to find a space to enjoy specialties amidst the silence of the great forest with a view of the romantic Dong Nai river, Cay Dau Restaurant in the center of Nam Cat Tien Commune is a destination not to be missed. This place is famous for its dishes of fish and climbing fish caught directly from the river winding around the garden, processed into a rich salt-chili grilled dish or an extremely refreshing sour hot pot. With a cost ranging from 200,000 to 450,000 VND per person, you will enjoy a cozy dinner under the canopy of ancient trees, sipping wine while listening to the sound of insects as night falls.
Green Bamboo Restaurant
Becoming a familiar culinary address for guests from far away thanks to its rustic bamboo architecture, Tre Vang Restaurant in Nam Cat Tien Commune scores points with its diverse menu and 100% clean wild vegetable dishes. The secret to the restaurant's attraction is the natural sweetness of wild water spinach stir-fried with garlic and the deep-fried pearl fish dish with a cost of only 180,000 to 350,000 VND per guest. This is the ideal location for you to stop to rest and recharge after a morning of trekking through the dense forests of the new Dong Nai land.
Some other reputable culinary addresses around the area:
Cat Tien Farmstay Restaurant (Nam Cat Tien Commune): Famous for grilled chicken and pandan leaf sticky rice, priced from 150,000 - 300,000 VND.
Cat Tien claypot rice restaurant (Tan Phu Commune): Specializes in serving family rice dishes with traditional Southern flavors, priced from 100,000 - 200,000 VND.
Bau Sau Cuisine (Dak Lua Commune): Enjoy rustic dishes right at the ranger station in the heart of the deep forest with prices from 120,000 - 250,000 VND/person.
Local cuisine
Dong Nai river sour fish soup
Under the bright golden sunshine of the Southeast region, the elegant flavor from the steaming pot of sour fish soup always has a strong appeal to visitors. Dong Nai river catfish has white, firm and fatty meat, cooked with forest leaves, mosquito nets and typical spices to create a harmonious sour and spicy taste, priced at about 250,000 to 400,000 VND per large bowl. This dish not only cools you down but is also the essence of river cuisine, bringing an unforgettable experience when you sit on the windy riverbank in Tho Son Commune.
The famous wild spring greens stir-fried with garlic
Considered the "green gold" of the great forest, wild water spinach is a specialty vegetable that the S'Tieng and Chau Ma people often use to treat distinguished guests. These plump young vegetables, when stir-fried with garlic over high heat, retain their crunchiness and sweet aftertaste. They usually cost about 80,000 to 120,000 VND per plate. Sipping on a plate of fresh wild vegetables in the lush green space, visitors not only feel the pure flavor of nature but also understand the simplicity in the daily life of ethnic minorities in Phu Ly Commune.
Experiential cuisine
Green rice and grilled meat next to the fire on stilts
It's hard to refuse the experience of sitting around a flickering fire and enjoying bamboo tube rice and skewered grilled pork at Ta Lai Long House (Tan Phu Commune). Fragrant upland sticky rice grains blend with the aroma of burned bamboo, served with sesame salt and grilled meat marinated with cashew nuts, costing about 200,000 to 350,000 VND per person, bringing a wild and rich flavor. This experience helps you fully immerse yourself in local life, listening to the sound of gongs and enjoying the highland cultural identity to the fullest.
Enjoy forest herbal tea at sunset
It will be an unforgettable memory when you welcome the sunset on the riverbank and enjoy a cup of herbal tea picked from the jungle, a typical drink of the Nam Cat Tien Commune area. With an extremely modest cost of only 25,000 to 45,000 VND, the mild acrid taste and pure scent of herbs will help your soul become instantly relieved. Sitting on the porch of wooden bungalows, sipping rustic gifts and watching flocks of birds return to their nests is the most peaceful moment for the soul of far-away tourists.
Cultural Experiences & Festivals
New rice festival of Chau Ma people (March every year)
New rice festival
When the crops have been harvested and the forests begin to change color, the New Rice Festival in the villages around the National Park explodes with a vibrant atmosphere to thank the gods. This is the biggest cultural event of the year in the area of Tan Phu Commune and Nam Cat Tien Commune to introduce spiritual beauty with buffalo stabbing activities (according to traditional rituals), gong performances and colorful sinus dances. Participating in the festival, you will not only be able to admire the intangible cultural treasures but also immerse yourself in community dances, drink can wine and celebrate with the villagers amidst the majestic space.
Other cultural experience activities:
Night gong exchange: Watch Chau Ma artisans perform traditional music next to the campfire in the Long House area.
Visit the brocade weaving village: Experience learning how to weave colorful fabrics with ethnic women and mothers in Tan Phu Commune.
Visit the Cat Tien archaeological site: Learn about the Linga - Yoni worship religion and the history of the ancient kingdom right in Nam Cat Tien Commune.
Play area
Suoi Mo Park
Suoi Mo Park
Located in Tan Phu Commune (old Tra Co area), Suoi Mo Park is a masterpiece combining human hands and nature with clear spring water flowing from underground limestone mountains. By 2026, this place has affirmed its position as the leading entertainment center near the mouth of Cat Tien forest, where visitors can enjoy the feeling of bathing in large natural pools amidst cool green space. The sound of gurgling water mixed with the sound of wind whispering through the ancient trees creates a wonderful resort space, turning this place into an ideal "hide from the sun" spot for families and groups of friends who want to combine exciting fun activities and absolute relaxation in the cool water of the new Dong Nai land.
This area offers many exciting experiential activities for visitors:
Check-in at seasonal flower gardens: Capture brilliant moments in the vast sunflower or heather fields, where winding wooden paths and unique landscapes create the perfect backdrop for "million-view" photos in the heart of the mountain town.
Suggested tours
Experience tour
Tour 3 Days 2 Nights: Conquering Bau Sau – Night Animal Photo Hunting – Trekking Dai Ngan
Schedule:
Day 1: City. Ho Chi Minh City – Move to the National Park office (Nam Cat Tien Commune) – Check in and have lunch of fish specialties – In the evening, experience a convertible car to watch wild night animals.
Day 2: Trekking through the old forest to Bau Sau area (Dak Lua Commune) - Rowing a boat on the lagoon to watch Siamese crocodiles - In the evening, experience the life of rangers in the deep forest core area.
Day 3: Welcoming the brilliant sunrise at Bau Sau – Visiting the ancient Tung tree system – Visiting Cat Tien Archaeological Site – Return.
Features: This itinerary is dedicated to tourists who love exercise and want to fully explore the wildest beauty of the new Dong Nai land. The highlight is the night stay at the Bau Sau ranger station, where you are completely separated from the phone signal, listen to the breath of the forest and witness firsthand the wonderful biodiversity of the world biosphere reserve.
Transportation: Limousine car combined with the garden's special convertible vehicle and trekking.
Reference tour price: 2,800,000 - 4,200,000 VND/person (By 2026, including professional guide service, conservation fees and station accommodation).
Suggested organizer: Vietravel, Cat Tien National Park Management Board.
Family tour
1 Day Tour: Blue Summer – Explore Fairy Island & Primate World
Schedule:
Morning: Pick up guests at the center of Nam Cat Tien Commune - Travel by ferry across Dong Nai River - Visit Fairy Island (Rare primate conservation station).
Noon: Take photos at the Dong Dong Tree and the giant Tung Tree - Have lunch of wild vegetable specialties at the garden center restaurant.
Afternoon: Visit the Chau Ma community cultural village - Participate in handicraft weaving activities - End the journey and return.
Features: The tour is designed with a gentle rhythm and flat routes, especially suitable for families with young children who want to educate their love for nature. Children will have moments of absolute relaxation when walking under the shade of giant trees, inhaling fresh air and observing rare species of gibbons and langurs in a semi-wild environment. With modern electric vehicle service transporting between locations, your family will have a safe, comfortable and biologically informative trip.
Means of transportation: New tourist cars to pick up and drop off passengers and specialized electric vehicles for internal transport in the forest.
Reference tour price: 850,000 - 1,400,000 VND/person (Including lunch, entrance ticket, guide fee and river ferry).
Suggested organizers: Saigontourist, iVIVU.
Ecotourism & Discovery
Tour 2 Days 1 Night: Glamping Along Dong Nai River – Ta Lai Cultural Campfire Night
Schedule:
Day 1: City. Ho Chi Minh City – Move to Ta Lai Long House area (Tan Phu Commune) – Get a high-class Glamping tent along the river – Kayak on the Dong Nai River – Enjoy a BBQ party and gong exchange.
Day 2: Welcoming the sunrise by the silt-heavy red river – Light trekking to explore the snake forest in Nam Cat Tien Commune – Visiting the cultural display area of indigenous peoples – Return.
Characteristics: This is an experience combining modern ecological resort style and exploring the long-standing cultural beauty along the Dong Nai river passing through Tho Son Commune. Visitors will sleep in "eco-luxury" tents or traditional longhouses, hear the whispering sound of the green forest and feel the slow pace of life. The moment of sitting next to a flickering fire, enjoying wine and listening to stories about the origin of the Southern land will help you regenerate energy after stressful working days.
Transportation: High quality passenger car combined with kayak and bicycle to experience riverside terrain.
Reference tour price: 1,950,000 - 3,200,000 VND/person (Including resort services, outdoor BBQ party, boat rental fee and travel insurance).
Suggested organizers: Ta Lai Adventure, Meditours.
Shopping and Souvenirs
Special products as gifts
Cat Tien salt roasted cashew nuts: Dubbed the "white gold" of the red basalt soil, this is a famous specialty from the vast cashew gardens in Tan Phu Commune and neighboring areas of the new Dong Nai province. Cashew nuts here are famous for their crunchiness, rich nutty taste and uniform grain size. They are often hand-processed by local people by roasting with wood to retain the full natural flavor. Each bag of cashew nuts is delicately vacuum-packed, not only a nutritious snack but also a gift containing the richness of the Southern land, very suitable to give to relatives after a journey to explore the jungle.
Cat Tien salt roasted cashews
Cat Tien wild honey: Drops of golden, thick honey harvested completely naturally from wild beehives in the core area of Dak Lua Commune are priceless gifts from the thousands. Unlike farmed honey, Cat Tien wild honey has the pure scent of thousands of tropical forest flowers, has a sweet taste and is not sticky. This product is currently packaged in a luxurious glass bottle, a valuable remedy to help improve health and increase resistance, bringing the pure breath of the world's natural heritage to your family.
Cultural souvenirs and crafts
Chau Ma brocade (Hand-embroidered towels and bags): This is a gift bearing the cultural imprint of the Chau Ma ethnic people who have long settled in the Tan Phu Commune area. Brocade panels are woven entirely by hand with motifs simulating animals, plants and spiritual symbols typical of indigenous people. You can choose to buy beautiful scarves or small bags as gifts with unique artistic value. Every needle and thread contains the pride and meticulousness of the Chau Ma woman, preserving the entire soul of the new land of Dong Nai amidst the vast green space.
Fine arts products from bamboo and rattan and wood: Crafted by the skillful hands of local artisans, items such as wooden bead bracelets, wooden wild animal models or decorative items from bamboo and rattan always have a special appeal to tourists. Raw materials are utilized from sustainable bamboo and rattan and wood, ensuring the environmentally friendly criteria of the ecotourism area. Owning a handicraft item is not only a way for you to preserve memories of your trip but also contributes to supporting the maintenance of traditional craft villages and protecting the natural environment in the Nam Cat Tien Commune area.
Reputable shopping location
Cat Tien National Park Tourism Center (Nam Cat Tien Commune): Located right next to the main gate into the garden, this is the most professional shopping area for tourists. Here, every item from cashew nuts, wild honey to environmental education publications are thoroughly inspected and their prices are publicly listed. The booth space is scientifically arranged, supporting sturdy packaging services for long-distance shipping or sending by mail nationwide, helping you feel completely secure about the value and origin of green forest specialties.
Ta Lai Community Longhouse (Tan Phu Commune): This is an ideal stop for those who want to buy brocade products and handicrafts directly from "village artisans". Here, visitors can chat with the gentle ethnic people and choose the most "original" gifts at extremely reasonable prices. Shopping at the longhouse not only helps you get unique items but is also an opportunity to learn more deeply about the meaning of each exquisite pattern, associated with the prestige and long-standing cultural identity of the local people.
Support and other information
Emergency support information
In order for the journey to explore trekking routes through the jungle or experience watching night animals in the Nam Cat Tien Commune area to always be safe, saving the hotline numbers of the functional forces is extremely necessary. These units not only ensure security and order in forest edge accommodation areas but are also a timely "lifesaver" if you encounter problems with the quality of travel services or need rescue support in the specific jungle terrain of Dong Nai province.
Nam Cat Tien Commune Police (Headquarters in the central area): (0251) 3.660.113 - Unit directly managing security, order and accommodation activities in the heritage buffer zone.
Standing Office of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Dong Nai province: (0251) 3.822.038 - Receive general information about planning and tourism activities throughout the new province.
Tourist support hotline (Cat Tien National Park): (0251) 3.669.228 - Receive feedback on service quality, sightseeing tickets and direct tour guide support at the scene.
In situations requiring immediate intervention from the national rescue system, visitors should immediately connect to emergency numbers. The local rapid response team is always ready to be present with specialized vehicles for jungle and river terrain to assist you:
113: Receive urgent information about security and order and law violations in the garden area.
114: Support rescue, rescue and forest fire prevention in difficult terrain.
115: Medical emergency services and 24/7 emergency patient transportation to the provincial hospital system.
Local support information
People's Committee of Nam Cat Tien Commune (Administrative management area):
Address: Nam Cat Tien commune, Dong Nai province.
Phone number: (0251) 3.660.103.
Function: State management agency in the scenic area, responsible for preserving a civilized tourism environment, supporting tourists with regulations on sightseeing, temporary residence and ensuring security in the forest gate area.
Dong Nai Provincial General Hospital (Intensive medical support facility):
Address: No. 2 Dong Khoi, Tam Hoa Ward, Dong Nai Province.
Phone number: (0251) 3.881.881 (Outpatient emergency hotline: 0251.115).
Function: Official medical facility with the most modern equipment in the Southern region, providing first aid services and intensive treatment for tourists in necessary cases while participating in trekking, deep forest exploration or experiencing serious health problems.
Cat Tien National Park Management Board:
Address: Nam Cat Tien commune, Dong Nai province.
Tourist support hotline: (0251) 3.669.228.
Cat Tien National Park with its lush green beauty and the magnificence of its tropical ecosystem is always ready to welcome you with experiences closest to nature; Hopefully the above supporting information will be a "companion" for you to confidently conquer all green forest roads.