Phu Quoc is a well-known island in Vietnam. The most typical type of tourism is the sea tourist attractions. Still, you can also visit the tourist spots of mountains, rivers, streams, waterfalls, historical sites, and other constructions of spiritual culture. These places are located all over the island, and here is a list of 5 famous ones you should not miss.
Bai Truong Beach
Bai Truong is the largest tourist complex in the area, located in Duong Dong town with a coastline stretching from Dinh Cau Port down to the south of Phu Quoc island. Coming here, you will see the charming beauty of its smooth golden sand, clear blue sea, and the light waves that make the water turns blue and sometimes emerald green. Alongside the beach are immense green coconut trees and many small beaches connecting each other through the rapids.
The most beautiful time is still at sunset moments. The golden rays of sunlight reflected on the undulating seawater, and the sound of waves crashing will bring you exciting experiences. On sightseeing, right on Tran Hung Dao street along the beach, there are many restaurants with fresh seafood to satisfy any food-lovers.
Address: Duong To Commune, Phu Quoc Island
Where to stay:
- Park Hyatt Phu Quoc
- Regent Residences Phu Quoc
- Intercontinental Long Beach Resort
Ham Ninh Fishing Village
Just go through the wooden pier, and you can enter Ham Ninh fishing village. Do not miss it to integrate into the peaceful life of the local fishermen, watch the sunrise and sunset on the sea, watch the moon at night cool breeze. That is indeed the dream life in the ancient fishing village called Ham Ninh.
Visitors will have a chance to immerse in the blue sea, watch the coral under the transparent water, catch pearls, sea cucumbers or try spreading a net to catch fish with the locals' help. Besides the simple beauty of the charming landscape, this is also an attraction for many diners who want to enjoy fresh seafood.
Address: Ham Ninh Commune, Phu Quoc Island
Where to stay:
- Cashew Cashew Villa
- Dugong Cottage Resort
- Cosiana Resort
Pearl Farms
Besides beautiful landscapes that captivate visitors, Phu Quoc Island gives tourists a chance to encounter traditional villages such as fish sauce factories or pearl cultivation facilities. Here, visitors will see in person the process of turning natural pearls into pearl products.
The pearls conceived from the sea have a classier background than elsewhere. All from size, color, to luster are outstanding, meeting strict international standards. The locals select each gem of 5mm or more only. Therefore, the rate of being processed into jewelry is only 10% of the jade harvested from the sea.
Visitors coming to the village can visit pearl culture workshops and learn about the production process, witness the process of separating pearls, the steps to create a gem, and at the same time listen to general knowledge about the pearls.
Where to visit:
- Ngoc Hien pearl farm
- Quoc An pearl farm
- Long Beach pearl farm
Vinpearl Safari Park
Vinpearl Safari Animal Care And Conservation Park becomes the first semi-wild zoo in Vietnam. Visiting the attraction, you will enjoy a fantastic journey with more than 3,000 wild animals from more than 150 species and species from different climates.
Moreover, the park offers a lot of exciting activities for a memorable trip:
- Animal performance show on Hong Hac Lake
- African Zulu wild dance
- Check-in with kid zoo check-in area
- See in person and interact with cute animals
- Visit the wildlife reservation and baby zoo
- Address: Ganh Dau Commune, Phu Quoc Island
- Hotline: 0297 3636 699
- Website: https://vinpearl.com/en/vinwonders/vinpearl_safari
Da Ngon Stream and Waterfall
Da Ngon Stream is in the northeast of Phu Quoc Island, near Duong Dong Lake. There are seven beautiful waterfalls not well-known to many tourists. Partly because of the rugged geography, partly due to the discouragement of tourism development, the majestic and beautiful Da Ngon Stream is still a secret for adventurous and adventurous travelers.
Coming to the attraction, visitors can enjoy bathing in cool water, stay on large rocks to listen to the water flowing, birds singing, expected to vent their worries and fatigue.
From Da Ngon stream, you can continue to Duong Lake - the largest freshwater lake in Phu Quoc to visit and explore more. No people are living here, so it is hushed. Many activities are waiting, such as relaxing rock fishing, boating, or grilling seafood.
Address: Cua Duong Commune, Phu Quoc Island
Specific notes:
- Do not join in groups of less than five people
- Do not start in the evening
- Do not go without a local guide