Phu Quoc Island is considered to be one of the most beautiful destinations of the South Vietnam tour, and ideal place for couples going on honeymoon. Deeply located in the Gulf of Thailand, Kien Giang province, this island is also the largest one in Vietnam. Clear sea water, tranquil streams, white sandy beaches and unique seafood are great advantages of Phu Quoc tourism.
The tourist season here often lasts from April to September; however, the dry season (October to September of following year) is the most beautiful time of Phu Quoc. In general, you can travel to Phu Quoc at any time because the climate is cool and average temperature is around 28 degrees Celsius.
Sao Beach at Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam
Most beautiful beaches not to be missed in Phu Quoc
No one who has ever come to Pearl Island can deny beauty of many beaches of this destination. It is not only the highlight of Phu Quoc tourism but also the pride of people here.
Bai Sao Beach
The first stopover you must drop by is Bai Sao Beach. It deserves the most beautiful beach in Phu Quoc, because nature bestowed on this place the best landscape: picturesque towering coconut trees, white beaches, gentle waves and it is the ideal place to freely wallow in the sea. However, if you would love to experience till the end of wild, let go to Khem Beach.
Bai Dai Beach
Located to the east of this island, Bai Dai beach is an indispensable factor when referring to Phu Quoc tourism thanks to its pristine and virgin beauty. Having the length of 1500 meters, this beach is the paradise of sun, cool water and green coconut trees. Comparing with Khem Beach having the shape of bow in the south of island, Bai Dai Beach is somewhat straighter. From this place, tourists can easily visit some other attractions of Phu Quoc like Dinh Cau night market, a popular place for those who love shopping and finding souvenirs for friends. This beach also owns natural yellow sand, and it is introduced to be one of the most beautiful and cleanest one in the world by ABC News (Australia). Coming here, you will enjoy immense space; landscape and people seem to be blended each other that make you forget the sorrow and stress of daily life.
Thom Islet
To the north of Pearl Island, there is Thom islet, a famous landscape of Phu Quoc. Here, you can dive to view coral and visit the pearl manufacturing workshop to directly look how to take a pearl. It often takes 30 minutes from Phu Quoc harbor to Thom islet.
Ganh Dau Beach
Ganh Dau is other destination that cannot be ignored when travelling to Phu Quoc. If the beautiful Phu Quoc Island is a huge fish waving its tail, Ganh Dau beach is compared with the mouth of fish. It is not same as the crowded of Duong Dong Town; Ganh Dau beach is a quiet and pristine place. The way getting here maybe slightly away from noisy and gaudy urban area, however, it will not make you disappointed about your decision. Fresh air, smooth sand and peaceful scenery will be quickly replaced the tired feeling in the heart of visitors when standing among wild nature in Ganh Dau.
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Activity proposals for your stay at Phu Quoc
Fish Sauce Factory at Phu Quoc, Vietnam
Reaching to Phu Quoc, tourists also can come to visit Ban Da Spring, Phu Quoc Prison, Pepper garden, and fish sauce processing shop.
There are not many snack bars in Phu Quoc, however, Cong cake and pancake restaurant on 30/4 street are two addresses that you ought to drop by. Moreover, chicken salad soups, perennial heirloom cakes with coconut juice are some of the delicious dishes you should try when coming to Phu Quoc.
Many beaches in Asia is well known for the images of noisy and vibrant nightlife, however, Phu Quoc is different from that. It brings peaceful and relaxing feeling to visitors. It is true with the name “the land of wealth”; this place owns not only diverse natural resources but also many beautiful landscapes with forests, seas, rivers, streams. Therefore, Phu Quoc is a great destination for couples and families to enjoy a fun vacation.
