Explore Can Gio – Thanh An through Magnificent Photos
Located east of HCMC separated from Can Gio District, the offshore commune of Thanh An – Thạnh An was once considered an important gateway of the former Saigon – Gia Dinh.
The residents here earn their living from mainly fishing, salt-making, and oyster farming. That is why there is a large salt-making area in Thieng Lieng hamlet which covers more than 400ha. Thanh An Island is also home to some species of mangroves. In addition to delving into the peaceful life of fishermen around the island, you can take part in kayaking activities to explore the mangrove ecosystem, go fishing and witness them making seafood. And undoubtedly, the seafood here is really fresh as they are sold right after being taken from the fishing boat. However, at the moment, there are no hotels or motels on the island, so if you want to explore Thanh An island overnight, you can only stay at the locals’ homes or rent a boat to rest.
Read our travel guide to Can Gio here
To reach Thanh An from Can Gio, you can take a boat. From the center of Can Thanh town, you can drive to Can Thanh ferry. There are 4 main trips: at 6 am, 12 pm from the land and 2 pm and 5 pm from the island. Price per turn is 10,000VND and travel time is about 1 hour. How to get to Can Gio?
Words by Trinh Ha
Photos by Lam Cao
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Vietnam was such an interesting place for my family to visit back in 2016/2017. So unique filled with so much culture and I will certainly never forget that adventure!
I’ve never been to Vietnam. It really reminds me of where I’m from — Okinawa, Japan. Thank you for sharing.
This looks like such an amazing place to visit – I’d definitely like to check it out! Great photos too!
I love hearing about the towns that are only accessible by boat and thrive in certain specific industries. Those beach jetties look gorgeous!
I’m always fond of such places. The landscapes and people look so casual yet attractive. I’ll take time to visit Can Gio!
I love all your pictures! I find it fascinating that you have to take a boat to get somewhere. I’ve always been in places where you drove everywhere.
Vietnam is a country I have yet to travel to. It is a gorgeous country and definitely a place I would like to see at some point. Thanh An Island looks like an amazing place to explore.
Beautiful photos. I’ve never visited Can Gio but I really love the sea and beaches. Thanks for sharing.
This is one beautiful part of Vietnam that I didn’t know about. I have to plan a trip and list of places are getting bigger and bigger.