Wildlife watching at Cat Tien National Park

Cat Tien National Park, located in Nam Cat Tien Commune, Dong Nai City, is one of Vietnam’s most biodiverse areas, home to thousands of animal and plant species. The park plays a vital role in preserving natural ecosystems and protecting the country’s rich wildlife.

A herd of gaur gathers amid the lush forests of Cat Tien National Park.

A grey-headed swamphen at Cat Tien National Park.

Visitors may spot herds of deer at Cat Tien National Park, particularly during nighttime wildlife-watching tours.

Spanning more than 71,000 hectares and bordered by a stretch of the Dong Nai River extending for more than 80 kilometers, Cat Tien National Park is home to more than 1,700 animal species and over 1,600 plant species. Visitors to the park can reconnect with nature and discover the stories of wild animals amid its lush forests.

A red-shanked douc in Cat Tien National Park.

The green peafowl, a rare species listed in Vietnam’s Red Data Book.

A red-shanked douc in Cat Tien National Park.

A Siamese crocodile at the Bau Sau (Crocodile Lake) Wetlands and Seasonal Floodplains Ramsar site in Cat Tien National Park.

The “Katien Ranger Patrol” experience has become a popular attraction at Cat Tien National Park. Launched in late 2025, the tour has already drawn interest from domestic and international visitors. It is the only entry from Vietnam and one of just three tourism experiences worldwide to be named a finalist in the Best Wider World Tourism Project category of the BGTW International Tourism Awards 2026, organized by the British Guild of Travel Writers (BGTW).

Rangers from Cat Tien National Park and guides from Oxalis Adventure consult a map to plan a route for an upcoming tour.

Visitors can explore the wilderness while learning about conservation efforts and the rich biodiversity of Cat Tien National Park.

Dong Nai Weekend, published by Dong Nai Newspaper and Radio, Television, presents a selection of photographs by Oxalis Adventure documenting the “Katien Ranger Patrol” experience at Cat Tien National Park.

By N. Lien – Translated by M.Nguyet, Minho