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U Minh Thuong National Park

National Park

In Vietnam's Ca Mau peninsula, U Minh Thuong National Park protects peat swamp and mangrove channels. Boat trips and guided walks reveal waterbirds, dense waterways and traditional fishing practices.

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U Minh Thuong National Park essentials

Address: U Minh Thuong National Park, Ca Mau Province, Vietnam
Hours: Daily, typically 7:00am-5:00pm (contact local ranger station for precise times)
Admission: VND 40,000-60,000 (~$1.50-$2.50) for park entrance (subject to change)
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit U Minh Thuong National Park

Best visited in the dry season (December-April) for easier access and more comfortable conditions; wet season requires boat travel and insect precautions.

Dry season
December-April · 22-30°C (72-86°F)
Easier walking and boat travel; lower river levels reveal more trails and wildlife.
Wet season
May-November · 24-32°C (75-90°F)
Water levels rise, making boat-based exploration essential and increasing mosquito activity.

Weather & Climate near U Minh Thuong National Park

Climate

U Minh Thuong National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 33°C. Heavy rainfall (2175 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 66 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
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Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
18°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 22° - 30° 26° 14 mm partly cloudy 76% 1.9 m/s 1.9 very high 11.5h
February Ideal 22° - 31° 26° 7 mm partly cloudy 68% 2.0 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.7h
March Excellent 23° - 32° 29° 32 mm partly cloudy 65% 2.0 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.0h
April Good 24° - 33° 31° 97 mm partly cloudy 67% 1.7 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.2h
May Acceptable 25° - 32° 32° 248 mm overcast 77% 1.7 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.4h
June Acceptable 25° - 31° 32° 276 mm overcast 84% 1.8 m/s 1.9 very high 12.5h
July Good 24° - 30° 32° 330 mm overcast 86% 2.3 m/s 1.9 very high 12.5h
August Good 24° - 30° 31° 331 mm overcast 87% 2.2 m/s 2.0 very high 12.3h
September Good 24° - 30° 31° 332 mm overcast 87% 2.1 m/s 1.9 very high 12.1h
October Good 24° - 30° 31° 281 mm overcast 87% 1.7 m/s 1.9 very high 11.8h
November Good 23° - 30° 27° 169 mm overcast 87% 1.6 m/s 1.8 very high 11.6h
December Very Good 22° - 29° 26° 58 mm overcast 83% 1.7 m/s 1.8 very high 11.5h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to U Minh Thuong National Park

U Minh Thuong National Park is in Ca Mau Province, southern Vietnam. Visitors commonly reach the park by road from Ca Mau city; local tour operators in Ca Mau and Rach Gia offer guided transport and boat trips into the park.

Tips for Visiting U Minh Thuong National Park

  • Hire a local guide to explore the raised peat forests and to learn about local conservation challenges.
  • Bring insect repellent appropriate for swamps - mosquitoes are active in the wet season.
  • Visit in the cooler dry season to avoid flooded trails and to see greater wildlife activity.