Wildlifeof Vietnam
Wildlife in Son Tra Peninsula
Da Nang
A forested headland on the edge of Da Nang with a large population of red-shanked doucs, often called the 'queen of primates', which feed in the trees beside the peninsula road. Early mornings are best; stay on the road and don't feed the monkeys.
Highlights
- Red-shanked doucs beside the road
- Easy trip from Da Nang
- Coastal forest birds
Top wildlife targets
Trip reports from here
Sub-locations
Quick answers
- What wildlife can you see in Son Tra Peninsula?
- Top wildlife targets in Son Tra Peninsula include Red-shanked Douc, Stump-tailed Macaque and Common Water Monitor. Highlights: Red-shanked doucs beside the road.
- Where is Son Tra Peninsula?
- Son Tra Peninsula is in Da Nang, Vietnam (about 16.12°, 108.29°).
- What are the highlights of Son Tra Peninsula?
- Red-shanked doucs beside the road, Easy trip from Da Nang and Coastal forest birds.
- Are there trip reports for Son Tra Peninsula?
- Yes: Vietnam’s rare primates in April 2025: doucs, Delacour’s Langurs and Cat Ba Langur.