U Minh Ha Forest

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A primeval cajuput forest on peat soil, famous for wild honey, field fish and a unique ecosystem.

U Minh Ha Forest is a famous flooded cajuput forest of Ca Mau, recognized as a national park and part of a world biosphere reserve. U Minh Ha is defined by its thick layer of peat soil and tea-colored reddish-brown water, which nourishes a vast cajuput forest and rich wildlife. This is a land tied to the traditional craft of beam-hanging beekeeping, with golden, fragrant honey famed far and wide. Visitors ride boats through the silent cajuput forest, watch birds, fish for field catch and savor rustic specialties such as grilled snakehead, braised eel and wild honey. U Minh Ha is the place to fully feel the wild beauty and simple life of the southern land.

Visitor information

When is the best time to visit U Minh Ha Forest?

December to April, the dry season convenient for forest trips and fishing

How much does it cost to visit U Minh Ha Forest?

30,000 VND

How long do you need at U Minh Ha Forest?

Half a day

What are the opening hours of U Minh Ha Forest?

07:00 - 17:00 daily

Did you know

It is a cajuput national park on peat soil, part of a world biosphere reserve.
The forest water is tea-colored reddish-brown from the peat layer leaching into it.
It is famous for the long-standing traditional craft of beam-hanging beekeeping.
Its rich ecosystem holds many species of bird, field fish and rare animals.

Travel tips

Try the experience of harvesting wild honey and buy pure honey as a gift.
Ride a boat through the forest in the dry season to fish and enjoy country cuisine.