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A close-up of a sea turtle nesting under red light in Chocó, Colombia.
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Con Dao in October: Watching Sea Turtles Nest on Bay Canh Beach

October is peak nesting season for green sea turtles on Bay Canh beach — here's how to join the ranger program and what to expect on the overnight watch.

Jun 17, 20265 min readsouth
Stunning aerial view of floating villages amidst limestone islands in a serene green bay.
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Destinations

Cuc Phuong and Tam Coc: A Proper Weekend Out of Hanoi

Two days, two very different landscapes: ancient forest and primate rescue in Cuc Phuong, then limestone karsts and rowboats at Tam Coc. Easy to string together from Hanoi.

Jun 17, 20264 min readnorth
Stunning aerial view of floating villages amidst limestone islands in a serene green bay.
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Destinations

Cuc Phuong and Tam Coc: A Proper Weekend Out of Hanoi

Two days, two very different landscapes: old-growth forest and rescued primates at Cuc Phuong, then limestone karsts and slow rowboats at Tam Coc.

Jun 17, 20265 min readnorth
A close-up of a sea turtle nesting under red light in Chocó, Colombia.
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Destinations

Con Dao in October: How to Watch Sea Turtles Nest on Bay Canh Beach

October is the quietest and most rewarding month to visit Con Dao — it's peak turtle nesting season, and if you plan ahead, you can spend the night on Bay Canh beach watching green turtles come ashore.

Jun 17, 20265 min readsouth
Asian fishermen navigate a river in a wooden boat, surrounded by lush mangroves.
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Destinations

Ca Mau Mangrove Forests: Vietnam's Southernmost Wilderness

Ca Mau is as far south as Vietnam goes — a tangle of mangrove waterways, shrimp farms, and muddy riverbanks that most travelers never bother to reach.

Jun 16, 20264 min readsouth
Two Sarus cranes displaying in a vibrant green field, creating a serene wildlife scene.
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Itineraries

Birdwatching Vietnam: A National Circuit Through Five Premier Reserves

Vietnam's birdwatching scene is seriously underrated. This circuit covers five reserves — Cat Tien, Tram Chim, Xuan Thuy, Pu Mat, Yok Don — with timing, species, and logistics for each.

Jun 16, 20265 min readall
Picturesque scenery of tree trunks with massive roots growing in national park Cat Tien in forest with green leaves on branches
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Destinations

Cat Tien National Park: Jungle, Gibbons, and Wild Elephants 2 Hours from Saigon

Cat Tien National Park in Dong Nai province is one of southern Vietnam's best-kept secrets — old-growth jungle, gibbon treks, and wild elephants within a half-day of Saigon.

Jun 16, 20265 min readsouth
Motorcyclists navigate a vibrant street in Ho Chi Minh City, showcasing urban life and culture.
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Destinations

Cat Tien National Park: Jungle, Gibbons, and Wild Elephants Two Hours from Saigon

Cat Tien is one of southern Vietnam's last lowland rainforests — close enough to Saigon for a weekend, wild enough to remind you the city isn't everything.

Jun 16, 20265 min readsouth
A picturesque view of fishing boats nestled among lush green hills in Hai Phong, Vietnam.
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Destinations

Cat Ba National Park: Trekking for Langurs and Bay Views Worth the Climb

Cat Ba National Park holds one of the world's rarest primates and a summit hike that opens onto Ha Long Bay. Here's how to do both properly.

Jun 16, 20265 min readnorth
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