Cao Lanh is a rather drab new town in the thick of the Mekong Delta to the southwest of Ho Chi Minh City. Although the town itself doesn’t hold much appeal, the surrounding scenery is beautiful and there are many bird sanctuaries.
Cao Lanh has the distinction of being the capital city of Dong Thap Province and also that of a new town, although the latter is nothing to shout about as the land was mercilessly cleared. Visitors head here for access to the Mekong Delta as opposed to the likes of My Tho, Can Tho, or Sa Dec.
The main appeal is the easy access to the rivers, streams, canals and swamps of the Delta. Ornithologists will revel at the bird sanctuaries here while the Tram Forest (Rung Tram) is also a major attraction in Cao Lanh.
Getting There & Away
Cao Lanh is a few hours by bus from Ho Chi Minh City via highways 1 and 30. The bus station is right in town. Ho Chi Minh City Airport is the closest airport and receives flights from destinations region-wide.
Things to Do
Cao Lanh Attractions
- Mekong Delta boating
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This is the main attraction in cao lanh, with half-day tours being the most popular.