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MOSSY TREE FROG CAUGHT IN ACT

During our 15-day primate photography tour, our tour group was fortunate to observe a Vietnamese mossy tree frog (Theloderma corticale) climbing on a rock with its sticky pads! With its incredible camouflage ability, we didn’t hesitate to snap some amazing shots and record the species in its natural habitat. It is always a delight to …

EVEN “LEAST CONCERN” SPECIES ARE HARD TO FIND

In the previous trips to Cuc Phuong National Park, our tour group had a great opportunity to observe a gorgeous silver pheasant (Lophura nycthemera) passing the road and a Tonkin bug-eyed (Theloderma corticale) clinging to a rock.  They are all classified as “Least concern” by the IUCN. However, these creatures are not easy to discover …

WHAT CAN BE FOUND AFTER A PRIMATE TOUR

  Having joined various tour groups in search of the Queens—the Red-shanked douc langurs—and witnessed their families gathering under the crown canopies, we have finally realized the following truths: WHEN DOUC FAMILIES ARRIVE, HAPPINESS FOLLOWS Life is not always easy, we deal with expectations, critics, resulting in stress and depression. Nevertheless, once you pause your …

“VOỌC ƠI, MÌNH ĐI ĐÂU THẾ?” – A LOOK BACK AT 2024

“VOỌC ƠI, MÌNH ĐI ĐÂU THẾ?” is a nature exploration program in Sơn Trà, organized by HiVOOC Company and completely free for students. 2024 marked a special milestone as the program officially launched, attracting nearly 200 students and parents, offering them a chance to experience wildlife right in the heart of Da Nang City.  This …

“VỌOC ƠI, MÌNH ĐI ĐÂU THẾ?” 2025 – FIRST EPISODE

“VỌOC ƠI, MÌNH ĐI ĐÂU THẾ?” 2025 – FIRST EPISODE  On March 9, 2025 (Sunday), the very first episode of the “VỌOC ƠI, MÌNH ĐI ĐÂU THẾ?” nature exploration program at Son Tra took place successfully, with the enthusiastic participation of young students! The children had the opportunity to learn about the diversity and essential …

EXPLORING KIEN GIANG’S JEWELS – THE INDOCHINESE SILVER LANGURS

Embark on the journey in search of the Indochinese Silver Langurs (Trachypithecus germaini caudalis) with HiVOOC in Chua Hang, Kien Giang! By booking our 3-day primate tour “EXPLORING KIEN GIANG’S JEWELS – THE INDOCHINESE SILVER LANGURS”, you will have a chance to observe and take photographs of these beautiful langurs in their natural habitats and …

JOURNEY TO FIND THE HA TINH LANGURS/WILDLIFE VLOG: EPISODE 1

Journey to explore local images and Ha Tinh Langurs in Thach Hoa Commune, Tuyen Hoa District, Quang Binh. After 3 days with a rather gloomy atmosphere in the morning and strong sunshine in the afternoon, there was a lot of fog and it was very difficult to observe Ha Tinh Langurs. Coordinated with local trackers, …

HiVOOC’S PRIMATE TOUR – THE QUEST FOR THE QUEENS WITH EXPERTS IN SON TRA PENINSULA

HiVOOC’S PRIMATE TOUR THE QUEST FOR THE QUEENS WITH EXPERTS IN SON TRA PENINSULA   Endemic to the Indochina, the red-shanked douc (Pygathrix nemaeus) is praised as the queen of primates thanks to its visually striking coloration and rarity. Currently, red-shanked docs are found to inhabit the picturesque Son Tra Peninsula, Da Nang City, totaling …

COOKING WITH HiVOOC – WHAT TO EAT IN DA NANG

No McDonalds? Not a problem at all! Coming to Da Nang, you will undoubtedly have a chance to experience the local delicacies which are incredibly accessible, diverse, and full of character. Vietnamese food always has a perfect blend of flavors – from sour, spicy, salty, sweet, to bitter. The diversity of ingredients ensures every dish …

HiVOOC – Share Daily Tour – Son Tra + of the Year 2025

“Share Daily Tour” offered by HIVOOC in Son Tra is a unique daily tour that combines an immersive wild nature experience with conservation activities, allowing visitors to explore the beauty of the Son Tra Peninsula and the rare wildlife that call it home. Special Offer Starting April 1, 2025 Promotional program from April 1, 2025 …