{"id":12272,"date":"2026-07-01T08:40:14","date_gmt":"2026-07-01T01:40:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/?p=12272"},"modified":"2026-07-01T08:40:14","modified_gmt":"2026-07-01T01:40:14","slug":"mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao","title":{"rendered":"The Complete Guide to Exploring Turtle Nesting Season C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When people hear \u201cC\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o,\u201d many immediately think of a sacred land associated with heroic historical milestones, some of Vietnam\u2019s most beautiful pristine beaches, and a marine and island ecosystem that has been preserved almost entirely intact. However, in addition to its historical significance and natural scenery, this place also offers a unique experience that any nature lover would hope to witness at least once in their lifetime: staying up all night to watch <strong>Turtle Nesting Season C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/strong>.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Index<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #003366;color:#003366\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #003366;color:#003366\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#1_Doi_net_ve_chuong_trinh_bao_ton_rua_bien_lon_nhat_Viet_Nam_tai_Con_Dao\" >1. An Overview of Vietnam\u2019s Largest Sea Turtle Conservation Program at C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#2_Thoi_diem_ly_tuong_nhat_de_xem_mua_rua_de_trung_o_Con_Dao\" >2. The best time to see the turtle nesting season at C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#3_Nhung_dia_diem_ngam_rua_de_trung_o_Con_Dao\" >3. Places to Watch Turtles Lay Eggs in C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#4_Trai_nghiem_tour_xem_rua_de_trung_co_gi_ky_thu\" >What's fascinating about the turtle nesting tour experience?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#41_Hoi_hop_cho_rua_me_%E2%80%9Cvuot_can%E2%80%9D_trong_dem\" >4.1. Excitedly awaiting the mother turtle's \u201cdelivery\u201d at night<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#42_Theo_chan_Kiem_lam_di_doi_trung_va_cau_chuyen_%E2%80%9Cgioi_tinh%E2%80%9D_cua_rua\" >4.2. Following the Ranger in Moving Eggs and the \u201cGender\u201d Story of Turtles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#43_Don_binh_minh_va_tha_rua_con_ve_bien\" >4.3. Greeting the sunrise and releasing baby turtles into the sea<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#5_Huong_dan_cach_dat_tour_xin_giay_phep_va_di_chuyen\" >5. Guide on how to book tours, obtain permits, and travel<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#51_Quy_dinh_ve_giay_phep_va_gioi_han_khach\" >5.1. Licensing and Guest Restrictions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#52_Cach_di_chuyen_ra_Con_Dao_va_ra_bai_rua_de\" >5.2. How to get to C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o and the turtle nesting beach<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#6_Lich_trinh_tham_khao_tour_xem_rua_de_trung_2_Ngay_1_Dem\" >6. Reference Itinerary for Turtle Egg-Laying Tour: 2 Days, 1 Night<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#Ngay_1\" >Day 1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#Dem_ngay_1\" >Night of the 1st<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#Ngay_2\" >Day 2<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#7_Kinh_nghiem_%E2%80%9Csong_con%E2%80%9D_khi_di_xem_rua_de_trung\" >7. \u201cSurvival\u201d tips for watching turtles lay eggs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#71_Can_chuan_bi_nhung_gi\" >7.1. What needs to be prepared?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#72_Tuyet_doi_tuan_thu_noi_quy_bai_de\" >7.2. Strictly adhere to the nesting area regulations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/mua-rua-de-trung-con-dao\/#8_Cac_hoat_dong_thu_vi_khac_tren_Hon_Bay_Canh\" >8. Other Fun Activities on Bay Canh Island<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Amid the serene stillness of the night at sea, the moment when mother turtles quietly crawl onto the sandy beach to fulfill their natural instinct to lay eggs evokes emotions that are hard to put into words. More than just a unique ecotourism activity, this is also an opportunity for visitors to gain a deeper understanding of the value of wildlife conservation. In this article, Ph\u00fa Qu\u1ed1c Express will share a comprehensive set of practical experiences regarding <strong>Con Dao sea turtle nesting season<\/strong>, from the ideal time to book tours, sightseeing regulations, to important notes to help you have a memorable trip.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Doi_net_ve_chuong_trinh_bao_ton_rua_bien_lon_nhat_Viet_Nam_tai_Con_Dao\"><\/span><b>1. An Overview of Vietnam\u2019s Largest Sea Turtle Conservation Program at C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Mention <strong>Turtle Nesting Season C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/strong>, ...many tourists immediately think of a truly rare natural experience. Few people know that C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o is the first locality in the country to have successfully implemented a large-scale, sustainable sea turtle conservation program for decades.<\/p>\n<p>Under the management of <strong>National Park C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/strong>, conservation work is carried out systematically, from patrolling nesting beaches, rescuing eggs, relocating nests to incubation and releasing hatchlings back to the sea. Each year, forest rangers and conservation officers rescue more than <strong>1,000 trays of eggs<\/strong>, while also organizing hatching and release <strong>150,000 baby turtles<\/strong> Return to the ocean.<\/p>\n<p>Not only contributing to the protection of rare animals listed in the Red Book, the program also creates an eco-tourism model with profound educational value. Tourists participating in the experience <strong>Turtle Laying Eggs C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/strong> not just an observer, but also gain a deeper understanding of the miraculous life cycle of sea turtles, the survival challenges, and the silent efforts of the rangers.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12273\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12273\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12273\" src=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/bao-ton-rua-bien-con-dao.jpg\" alt=\"Sea Turtle Conservation Program C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/bao-ton-rua-bien-con-dao.jpg 800w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/bao-ton-rua-bien-con-dao-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/bao-ton-rua-bien-con-dao-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/bao-ton-rua-bien-con-dao-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12273\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vietnam&#x27;s Largest Sea Turtle Conservation Program at C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Thoi_diem_ly_tuong_nhat_de_xem_mua_rua_de_trung_o_Con_Dao\"><\/span><b>2. The best time to see the turtle nesting season at C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you are planning to explore <strong>Con Dao sea turtle nesting season<\/strong>, Choosing the right time will greatly determine the quality of the experience.<\/p>\n<p>The sea turtle nesting season at C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o runs from <strong>April to November<\/strong> annually. Of which, the period from <strong>July to November<\/strong> is considered the \u201cgolden\u201d time as the number of mother turtles coming ashore to lay eggs peaks.<\/p>\n<p>This is also the most ideal time for visitors to fully experience the conservation program. At night, you have the chance to witness firsthand mother turtles crawling onto the sandy beach, digging a deep hole of about <strong>20 \u2013 24 inches<\/strong> and give birth from <strong>80 \u2013 120 eggs<\/strong> in absolute silence.<\/p>\n<p>Especially, when participating in the tour <strong>Turtle nesting season at C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/strong>, Tourists also have the opportunity to experience a \u201c2-in-1 combo\u201d: witnessing mother turtles laying eggs in the evening and participating in releasing baby turtles back into the sea the following morning.<\/p>\n<p>According to records, on average, a mother turtle will lay about <strong>3 times in a breeding season<\/strong>. Even more astonishing, mature female sea turtles often return to the exact spot where they were born to reproduce after approximately <strong>30 years<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Nhung_dia_diem_ngam_rua_de_trung_o_Con_Dao\"><\/span><b>3. Places to Watch Turtles Lay Eggs in C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Currently, many beaches in the C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o archipelago\u2014such as H\u00f2n Cau, H\u00f2n Tre L\u1edbn, and H\u00f2n T\u00e0i\u2014are chosen by sea turtles as nesting sites. However, when it comes to activities <strong>Turtles lay eggs at C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/strong>, <strong>Hon Bay Canh<\/strong> always the most prominent name. This is the second largest island in the archipelago, and also the largest breeding ground with approximately <strong>80%: Number of sea turtles that come ashore to lay eggs each year<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>At the peak of <strong>Turtle Nesting Season C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/strong>, specifically the area <strong>Hon Bay Canh<\/strong> Can recognize words <strong>20 \u2013 30 mother turtles<\/strong> nest on shore in just one night. This is very impressive, rarely seen in sea turtle conservation sites in the Southeast Asian region.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12276\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12276\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12276\" src=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lich-xem-rua-de-trung-con-dao.jpg\" alt=\"Watching Turtles Lay Eggs at H\u00f2n B\u1ea3y C\u1ea1nh C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lich-xem-rua-de-trung-con-dao.jpg 800w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lich-xem-rua-de-trung-con-dao-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lich-xem-rua-de-trung-con-dao-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lich-xem-rua-de-trung-con-dao-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12276\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Watching Turtles Lay Eggs at H\u00f2n B\u1ea3y C\u1ea1nh C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Trai_nghiem_tour_xem_rua_de_trung_co_gi_ky_thu\"><\/span><b>What's fascinating about the turtle nesting tour experience?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"41_Hoi_hop_cho_rua_me_%E2%80%9Cvuot_can%E2%80%9D_trong_dem\"><\/span><b>4.1. Excitedly awaiting the mother turtle's \u201cdelivery\u201d at night<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The most memorable moment of the journey to watch <strong>Turtle Laying Eggs C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/strong> Starting from when night falls. Sea turtles (particularly loggerhead turtles) often wait for the high tide to rise before they begin their journey ashore. The most common time for turtles to appear is from around 10 PM to midnight.<\/p>\n<p>Turtles are extremely sensitive to light and noise. Therefore, all observation activities are conducted under the strict guidance of rangers with specialized red lights.<\/p>\n<p>When she finds a suitable spot, the mother turtle begins to dig her nest and lay her eggs. <strong>80 \u2013 120 eggs<\/strong>. After completing, the turtle carefully covers the sand and buries sand camouflage over an area about <strong>5 - 6m<\/strong> in order to erase traces, avoid detection by natural enemies.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12280\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12280\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12280\" src=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tour-xem-rua-de-trung-con-dao.jpg\" alt=\"A mother turtle lays her eggs at night at C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tour-xem-rua-de-trung-con-dao.jpg 800w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tour-xem-rua-de-trung-con-dao-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tour-xem-rua-de-trung-con-dao-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tour-xem-rua-de-trung-con-dao-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12280\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A mother turtle gave birth at night at C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"42_Theo_chan_Kiem_lam_di_doi_trung_va_cau_chuyen_%E2%80%9Cgioi_tinh%E2%80%9D_cua_rua\"><\/span><b>4.2. Following the Ranger in Moving Eggs and the \u201cGender\u201d Story of Turtles<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When the mother turtle returns to the sea, park rangers must collect and relocate the eggs to a hatchery within <strong>6 hours<\/strong>. Each egg is marked and transported with the utmost care.<\/p>\n<p>One of the most interesting things when exploring <strong>Turtle nesting season at C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/strong> is the secret of sea turtle sex. The sex of baby turtles depends on the incubation temperature of their nest. Higher temperatures produce more female turtles, while cooler temperatures result in a higher proportion of male turtles. The incubation period lasts approximately <strong>45-60 days<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12278\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12278\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12278 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/ngam-rua-de-trung-con-dao.jpg\" alt=\"Sea Turtle Egg Incubation C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/ngam-rua-de-trung-con-dao.jpg 800w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/ngam-rua-de-trung-con-dao-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/ngam-rua-de-trung-con-dao-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/ngam-rua-de-trung-con-dao-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12278\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sea Turtle Relocation and Egg Incubation Efforts at C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"43_Don_binh_minh_va_tha_rua_con_ve_bien\"><\/span><b>4.3. Greeting the sunrise and releasing baby turtles into the sea<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Turtle hatchling release activities usually take place early in the morning. The most important principle is: absolutely do not touch the hatchlings with your hands, especially their bellies (which contain the yolk sac). The survival rate of sea turtles in the wild is extremely low, only about <strong>1\/1.000<\/strong> individual that can mature.<\/p>\n<p>That's also why many travelers consider their trip in <strong>Turtle Nesting Season C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/strong> not just a travel experience, but also a profound lesson in nature conservation.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12279\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12279\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12279\" src=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tha-rua-con-ve-bien-con-dao.jpg\" alt=\"Releasing Baby Turtles into the Ocean C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tha-rua-con-ve-bien-con-dao.jpg 800w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tha-rua-con-ve-bien-con-dao-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tha-rua-con-ve-bien-con-dao-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tha-rua-con-ve-bien-con-dao-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12279\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Watch the sunrise and release baby turtles into the sea<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Huong_dan_cach_dat_tour_xin_giay_phep_va_di_chuyen\"><\/span><b>5. Guide on how to book tours, obtain permits, and travel<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"51_Quy_dinh_ve_giay_phep_va_gioi_han_khach\"><\/span><b>5.1. Licensing and Guest Restrictions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Visitors who wish to participate must register and obtain a permit through <strong>National Park C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/strong>. Only accept a maximum of <strong>48 day visitors<\/strong> and <strong>24 overnight guests<\/strong> at Hon Bay Canh. You should book from a few weeks to a few months in advance to proactively secure your spot.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"52_Cach_di_chuyen_ra_Con_Dao_va_ra_bai_rua_de\"><\/span><b>5.2. How to get to C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o and the turtle nesting beach<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To begin your journey, your first destination is the center of Con Dao Island. To save money and have a great sea view experience, visitors can <a href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/high-speed-train-ticket-to-con-dao\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">book a high-speed train ticket to C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/a> The Ph\u00fa Qu\u1ed1c Express service originates from the V\u0169ng T\u00e0u or Tr\u1ea7n \u0110\u1ec1 (S\u00f3c Tr\u0103ng) and proceeds to the C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o. With a fleet of 5-star-rated trains that run smoothly, this is the perfect choice to recharge before your trip.<\/p>\n<p>After arriving at Con Son, tourists will continue to travel by canoe to Bay Canh Island - the focal point of <strong>Con Dao sea turtle nesting season<\/strong>. The tour package usually includes round-trip canoe, entrance fees, overnight tent accommodation, and a park ranger guide.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Lich_trinh_tham_khao_tour_xem_rua_de_trung_2_Ngay_1_Dem\"><\/span><b>6. Reference Itinerary for Turtle Egg-Laying Tour: 2 Days, 1 Night<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ngay_1\"><\/span><b>Day 1<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>4:00 PM<\/b> Gather at Con Dao Island, then take a speedboat to Bay Canh Islet.<\/li>\n<li>Visit the mangrove forest, go snorkeling to see coral.<\/li>\n<li>Dinner on the island and watch the sunset.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dem_ngay_1\"><\/span><b>Night of the 1st<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Listen to the ranger explain the sea turtle conservation regulations.<\/li>\n<li>Start the journey of staying up all night waiting for the mother turtle to come ashore from about <b>10:00 PM<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li>Observe the process of a turtle digging a nest, laying eggs, and camouflaging.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ngay_2\"><\/span><b>Day 2<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>6:00 AM<\/b> Participate in the baby turtle release program to the sea.<\/li>\n<li>Pack your luggage and get on the canoe back to Con Dao Island, concluding the journey. <strong>Turtles lay eggs at C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12275\" src=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hoat-dong-thu-vi-rua-de-trung-con-dao.jpg\" alt=\"Fun Activity: Watching Turtles Lay Eggs C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hoat-dong-thu-vi-rua-de-trung-con-dao.jpg 800w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hoat-dong-thu-vi-rua-de-trung-con-dao-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hoat-dong-thu-vi-rua-de-trung-con-dao-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/hoat-dong-thu-vi-rua-de-trung-con-dao-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Kinh_nghiem_%E2%80%9Csong_con%E2%80%9D_khi_di_xem_rua_de_trung\"><\/span><b>7. \u201cSurvival\u201d tips for watching turtles lay eggs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"71_Can_chuan_bi_nhung_gi\"><\/span><b>7.1. What needs to be prepared?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Prioritize long-sleeved clothing, dark colors, and shoes with good grip. Don't forget mosquito repellent, a power bank, drinking water, snacks, and a light windbreaker for the cool night air.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"72_Tuyet_doi_tuan_thu_noi_quy_bai_de\"><\/span><b>7.2. Strictly adhere to the nesting area regulations<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Follow the designated route, maintain absolute silence.<\/li>\n<li>Do not touch the mother turtle or the egg nest.<\/li>\n<li><b>Do not use a white flashlight or phone flash.<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Only use red light authorized by the ranger.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Cac_hoat_dong_thu_vi_khac_tren_Hon_Bay_Canh\"><\/span><b>8. Other Fun Activities on Bay Canh Island<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Outside <strong>Turtle Laying Eggs C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/strong>, Hon Bay Canh is also home to the Coconut Crab, the largest land crab in Vietnam. Visitors can also trek through the mangrove forest and explore the pristine ecosystem.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12274\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12274\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12274\" src=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cua-xe-tang-con-dao.jpg\" alt=\"Tank tracks at H\u00f2n B\u1ea3y C\u1ea1nh, C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cua-xe-tang-con-dao.jpg 800w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cua-xe-tang-con-dao-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cua-xe-tang-con-dao-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cua-xe-tang-con-dao-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12274\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tank tracks at H\u00f2n B\u1ea3y C\u1ea1nh, C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>To witness firsthand <strong>Turtle Nesting Season C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o<\/strong> is a special experience that helps us deeply feel the wonder of nature. If you have the opportunity to visit this place, become a responsible tourist, join hands in preserving the landscape, respecting nature, and spreading the message of wildlife conservation.<\/p>\n<p>Don't forget to plan early, register for a tour with the National Park, and book your tickets in advance. <a href=\"https:\/\/phuquocexpress.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Phu Quoc Express high speed boat<\/strong><\/a> To make the start of your journey exploring C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o as safe, smooth, and meaningful as possible!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nh\u1eafc \u0111\u1ebfn C\u00f4n \u0110\u1ea3o, nhi\u1ec1u ng\u01b0\u1eddi th\u01b0\u1eddng ngh\u0129 ngay \u0111\u1ebfn v\u00f9ng \u0111\u1ea5t linh thi\u00eang g\u1eafn li\u1ec1n v\u1edbi nh\u1eefng d\u1ea5u \u1ea5n l\u1ecbch s\u1eed h\u00e0o h\u00f9ng, nh\u1eefng b\u00e3i bi\u1ec3n hoang s\u01a1 \u0111\u1eb9p b\u1eadc nh\u1ea5t Vi\u1ec7t Nam v\u00e0 h\u1ec7 sinh th\u00e1i bi\u1ec3n \u0111\u1ea3o \u0111\u01b0\u1ee3c b\u1ea3o t\u1ed3n g\u1ea7n nh\u01b0 nguy\u00ean v\u1eb9n. 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