Major city · Vietnam
Ca MauCà Mau
Spend 1–2 days: walk the town, visit Lâm Viên bird park and U Minh National Park, then head to Cape Ca Mau if time permits.
Ca Mau is the southernmost city of mainland Vietnam, a small canal‑lined town with a bird park and easy access to U Minh wetlands. One full day covers the town and nearby park; a second day lets you reach Cape Ca Mau or Dat Mui.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- VND
- Best months
- Dec–Apr
- avoid May–Oct (heavy rain)
- Airport
- CAH
- Nights
- 1–2
Not a trip line yet
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- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Vietnam ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal; lookalike sites charge extra.
- Vietnam ↗Crossing streets: walk slowly and steadily; motorbikes flow around you — do not stop or run.
- Vietnam ↗Carry Vietnamese đồng in small notes; many stalls and taxis are cash-only.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Ca Mau113 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ca Mau, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?VND in small notes (10k–100k) for stalls, markets, xe ôm and tips at spas.Vietnam-wide
- SIM or eSIMViettel, Vinaphone and Mobifone sell tourist SIMs at airport arrivals; passport and a face photo are required for registration.Vietnam-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.Vietnam-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: Round up or 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.Vietnam-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/C/F. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Vietnam-wide
- SafetyCa Mau is generally safe for tourists; petty theft can occur in crowded areas and at night, so keep valuables secure and stay aware.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in cities and hotels; squat toilets and no paper in rural stops and on long buses — carry tissues.Vietnam-wide
- Emergency numbers113 police · 114 fire · 115 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close on Monday; the Hồ Chí Minh Mausoleum is also closed on Friday and shuts for maintenance for about two months each year (usually…Vietnam-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportCAH Cà Mau Airport (2 km (1.2 mi) from downtown; flights to HCMC 07:30‑08:30, USD 60–80).CAH Cà Mau Airport (2 km (1.2 mi) from downtown; flights to HCMC 7:30 AM‑8:30 AM, USD 60–80).CAH Cà Mau Airport (1.2 mi (2 km) from downtown; flights to HCMC 07:30‑08:30, USD 60–80).CAH Cà Mau Airport (1.2 mi (2 km) from downtown; flights to HCMC 7:30 AM‑8:30 AM, USD 60–80).
- Getting aroundThe town is compact; most attractions are within walking distance.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee₫30,000–45,000 (≈ US$2)
- BeerBeer (local brand)₫25,000–35,000 (≈ US$1–2)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Motorbike taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Motorbike taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))₫50,000–70,000 (≈ US$2–3)
- Museum or sight ticketBird park entry₫20,000–30,000 (≈ US$1–2)
- Budget bedBudget hotel room, a night, per room₫150,000 (≈ US$6)
- Mid-range bedBudget hotel room, a night, per room₫250,000 (≈ US$10)
- High-end bedBudget hotel room, a night, per room₫400,000 (≈ US$16)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₫6,000 (≈ under US$1) · Mid ₫12,000 (≈ under US$1) · High ₫20,000 (≈ under US$1)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- CAH Cà Mau Airport (2 km (1.2 mi) from downtown; flights to HCMC 07:30‑08:30, USD 60–80)CAH Cà Mau Airport (2 km (1.2 mi) from downtown; flights to HCMC 7:30 AM‑8:30 AM, USD 60–80)CAH Cà Mau Airport (1.2 mi (2 km) from downtown; flights to HCMC 07:30‑08:30, USD 60–80)CAH Cà Mau Airport (1.2 mi (2 km) from downtown; flights to HCMC 7:30 AM‑8:30 AM, USD 60–80)
- Phrases
- Vietnamese phrasebook
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Dec–Apr. Avoid: May–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (22 rain days), driest Jan (12). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ca Mau: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
16 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
18 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
20 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
22 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
22 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
20 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
16 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The town is compact; most attractions are within walking distance. Motorbike taxis are available for trips to U Minh (≈20 km).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
U Minh National Park
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Motorbike or express boat from Ca Mau, about 20 km (12 mi), 30 min by boatMotorbike or express boat from Ca Mau, about 12 mi (20 km), 30 min by boat
Wetlands, birdwatching; stay on marked paths.
Cape Ca Mau National Park
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h
Motorbike or boat, 2 h travel
Remote; limited facilities, best with a guide.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Ánh Nguyệt Hotel
Central location, basic rooms, good for short stays.
Best CM
Near Nguyen Trai, budget-friendly.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₫120,000–200,000 (≈ US$5–8) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₫200,000–350,000 (≈ US$8–14) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hotel room1 × 1 night × ₫150,000 | ₫150,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₫6,000 | ₫6,000 |
| Flight Ho Chi Minh ↔ Ca Mau (round‑trip)1 × ₫1,400,000 · USD 60–80 per way, check airline. | ₫1,400,000 |
| Motorbike taxi to U Minh1 × ₫50,000 · check | ₫50,000 |
| eSIM data (7 days)1 × ₫150,000 · check | ₫150,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₫175,600 |
| Trip total≈ ₫1,931,600 per person per day, bed included | ₫1,931,600≈ US$75 |
2026 estimate in VND; flights and air tickets excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | ₫30,000–45,000 (≈ US$2) |
| Beer (local brand) | ₫25,000–35,000 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Motorbike taxi (5 km) | ₫50,000–70,000 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Bird park entry | ₫20,000–30,000 (≈ US$1–2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Summer months bring strong monsoon rains; some roads to parks may flood.
- Bird park and parks have limited opening hours; check locally.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 113
- Fire
- 114
- Ambulance
- 115
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My bed tonight
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Đến địa chỉ này, làm ơnTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police113
- Fire114
- Ambulance115
Embassy
US consulate in Ho Chi Minh City; other embassies in HCMC or Hanoi.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Ca Mau ↔ Ho Chi Minh (flight): about ₫1,400,000–1,800,000 (≈ US$55–70) each way (check)
- Motorbike taxi to U Minh: ≈₫50,000
Say or show
- Xin lỗi — Excuse me / Sorry (sin loh-ee)
- Cảm ơn — Thank you (gahm uhn)
- Bao nhiêu tiền? — How much is it? (bow nyew tee-en)
- Nhà vệ sinh ở đâu? — Where is the toilet? (nya veh sin uh dow)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ca Mau. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Dec–Apr · avoid May–Oct (heavy rain) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- officialWikidata – Ca Mau
- secondaryWikivoyage: Ca Mau, revision 5310171 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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