1. What is the best season to travel to Phu Quoc?
If you are looking for Phu Quoc travel experience, the best time to set foot on the "Pearl Island" is from November to April next year. This is the dry season in the South, when the sky is clear, the sun is mild, the sea is calm - extremely suitable for activities such as swimming, diving to see coral, or participating in tours of small islands. This period is also especially ideal for tourists who love to relax at high-class coastal resorts.
From May to October, Phu Quoc enters the rainy season, sometimes with storms, but still attracts many tourists because it falls during the summer holidays. If you want to save money and avoid crowds, you can choose to go in late April or early October - when the weather is still nice, the number of visitors is not too crowded and the price of accommodation and airfare has not increased. This is also the transitional period, with little rain, suitable for family trips or natural exploration experiences.
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2. Getting around when traveling to Phu Quoc
Nowadays, tourists can easily reach Phu Quoc thanks to direct flights of Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air and Bamboo Airways. Popular departure points include Hanoi, Hai Phong, Vinh, Thanh Hoa, Hue, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Buon Ma Thuot or Da Lat. If you can find cheap air tickets, you will only spend less than 1 million VND for a round trip, very economical for the trip.
Phu Quoc International Airport is only about 15 minutes from Duong Dong town center. Some resorts and high-end hotels also support free shuttle service, so you should check when booking for more convenience.
In addition to air travel, visitors from Ho Chi Minh City can choose from many other means of transport such as buses, private cars, ferries or speedboats to Phu Quoc. If this is your first time, you should take a speedboat to avoid seasickness. There are two main routes: from Rach Gia (120 km, about 2 hours 30 minutes) and from Ha Tien (50 km, about 1 hour 30 minutes). The option from Ha Tien is both fast and cheap, but you should book tickets in advance to avoid running out of seats.
For tourists driving their own car, it is advisable to travel at night to catch the early morning ferry and enjoy the moment of watching the sunrise on the sea. The route from Ho Chi Minh City to Ha Tien ferry takes about 6 hours, so you should prepare snacks, drinks, pillows and have 2 drivers taking turns to ensure safety.
If you choose a bus, you can catch it at Mien Tay bus station or the center of Ho Chi Minh City, with prices ranging from 150,000 - 230,000 VND/person. Reputable companies chosen by many tourists include Phuong Trang, Kumho, Mai Linh.
When arriving at the island, the most popular means of transport are taxis and motorbikes. Phu Quoc taxis usually have half-day or full-day tour packages to the South and North of the island for 500,000 - 700,000 VND. If you like to be proactive, you can rent a motorbike in Phu Quoc for 100,000 - 150,000 VND/day (excluding gas). When renting, remember to leave your ID and carefully check the brakes, lights, and turn signals before departure.
In addition, there is a bus route on the island from the airport to Duong Dong town and An Thoi port for only 10,000 - 40,000 VND/trip. However, because many tourist attractions are far from the main road, taking the bus is not as convenient as taxi or motorbike.
3. Phu Quoc travel experience with famous places
Tourist attractions on Phu Quoc are divided into 4 main areas: the central area in Duong Dong town, the South of the island, the North of the island and the East of the island. Depending on your schedule, you should spend at least two days if you want to explore all the attractions on the island.
The North of Phu Quoc Island is rich in natural beauty and has pristine forests. There are also pristine beaches and fishing villages, largely untouched by commerce. Here are some of the attractions.
The North of Phu Quoc Island is rich in natural beauty and has pristine forests. There are also pristine beaches and fishing villages, largely untouched by commerce. Here are some of the attractions.
3.1. Phu Quoc National Park
Phu Quoc National Park covers an area of over 31,400 hectares, home to hundreds of species of animals and plants and diverse ecosystems of mountains, forests, seas, waterfalls and streams. Here, you will discover lush vegetation, admire pure streams such as Tranh stream, Da Ban stream, Da Ngon stream. If you join the 4-hour tour, visitors will conquer the top of Nui Chua, with an altitude of 565 m and admire the immense, colorful landscape of the park.
3.2. Rach Vem fishing village
Located about 15 km from Duong Dong town, Rach Vem fishing village or "kingdom of starfish" is one of the favorite photography spots for tourists. In addition to the clear blue sea water, this place also scores points for having many starfish. From December to April is the time when the sea is calm, the water is clear so it is easiest to see starfish. During the rainy season, the road to Rach Vem is difficult to travel and the water is murky.The floating houses and wooden bridges facing the sea are also one of the highlights of Rach Vem. Coming here, visitors can also enjoy many kinds of fresh seafood, which are cheaper than in the central area. However, because most of the floating houses are prepared by the locals, they are not elaborately decorated.
3.3. Vinpearl Safari
One of the most famous attractions in the north of the island is Vinpearl Safari, which takes care of more than 3,000 birds, animals, and reptiles of 175 species. The safari is divided into two open zoo areas, for visitors to visit the animal breeding area and the semi-wild area, and is taken by specialized vehicles.
Coming here, visitors and their families and friends can learn about animals in their natural habitat. Nearby is the VinWonders entertainment complex with many fun or adventurous games, an aquarium suitable for both children and adults.
3.4. Cape Ganh Dau
Ganh Dau Cape is a mound of land jutting out into the sea, located in the northwest of the island. Due to the long distance and not many tourists visiting, Ganh Dau Cape has a wild beauty with rocky cliffs of many shapes and clear blue beaches.During the journey to explore the north of the island, visitors can visit pepper gardens and buy specialties of the pearl island as gifts. Suggested pepper gardens are in Khu Tuong, where the most pepper is grown, on the way to Bai Thom commune. In addition, on the way to Ganh Dau, there are also many pepper gardens for you to visit and take photos.
3.5. Sao Beach
Sao Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Phu Quoc, about 28 km from Duong Dong town (old). It has clear blue water, standing out on a strip of fine white sand more than 7 km long. Coming here, visitors can leisurely walk on the sandy shores, listen to the murmuring waves at dawn or swim in the sea, capturing beautiful photos.
In addition, the water here is calm and the waves are gentle, so there are many water sports activities, especially kayaking. Boat rental prices range from 100,000 to 150,000 VND.
Bai Truong is about 20 km long and is one of the most beautiful sunset viewing spots on the pearl island. Here, visitors can visit the Sunset Sanato Beach Club. This place is decorated with many wooden and bamboo scenes such as a bridge leading to the sea, a herd of water elephants, a shell house, a swing... for visitors to capture beautiful images in the golden orange afternoon light.
3.6. Dinh Ba & Dinh Cau 2
Dinh Ba and Dinh Cau are the two most sacred destinations in Phu Quoc, located in Duong Dong town. Associated with many legends about Cau Quy, Cau Tai, Chua Ngoc Nuong Nuong, Thuy Long Thanh Mau, this is where fishermen come to pray for peace, favorable weather, and a bountiful fishing season. On January 15 every year, big festivals are held here.Dinh Cau Cape is the best place to watch the sunset with rocky outcrops shaped like mountains stretching out to the sea. Sunset at Dinh Cau Cape is most beautiful from May to September. At this time, the sky and sea blend into a gentle blue color, looking very impressive.
3.7. Phu Quoc Prison
Phu Quoc Prison is located in Cay Dua hamlet, An Thoi commune. The relic is a popular tourist attraction, with some scenes restored to recreate history; open from 7am to 5pm daily and free of charge.3.8. Phu Quoc Night Market
Phu Quoc Night Market is located on Bach Dang Street, about 1 km from Dinh Cau. It operates from 5pm to 11pm on weekends, with many stalls selling fresh seafood, local specialties such as fish sauce, sim candy, pepper and handicrafts. In addition to sightseeing and shopping, visitors should not forget to enjoy the fresh seafood dishes sold and prepared at the market. Some other suggested dishes are rolled ice cream, egg cakes, palm cakes...In addition to the above mentioned places, the south of the island also has some tourist attractions such as fish sauce production facility, pearl farm and sim wine facility.
Coming to Phu Quoc, one of the most attractive experiences is visiting islands such as Hon Thom, Mong Tay, Gam Ghi, May Rut.
3.9. Hon Thom
Hon Thom is the most exploited tourist island, with beautiful beaches, coral diving, fishing, squid fishing, kayaking, jet skiing. In particular, there is a water park with 20 thrilling games Aquatopia Water Park for visitors to enjoy with their families.
3.10. ECO Beach
If you love diving, you can go to the ECO Beach area on the island. There is a package of 950,000 VND per person, a 20-minute experience with a closed helmet. If you choose an air tank like a diver, the service price is 650,000 VND per person. Some other services that you can register for are underwater video recording for 600,000 VND and photography for 300,000 VND.To get to the island, visitors depart to the cable car station. The station is designed and built in the ancient Roman style and is a favorite photo spot for many young visitors. Then, you will ride the world's longest three-wire cable car, with a total length of 7,899 m. From the cabin, visitors can see the clear blue sea, peaceful islands with boats going back and forth.
In addition to booking tickets in advance, visitors can buy tickets outside the cable car station entrance. The price of the cable car, water park and lunch buffet package is 600,000 VND for adults and children over 1.4m tall. Visitors between 1m and 1.4m tall buy tickets for 400,000 VND.
In addition, visitors can book an island tour to visit Hon Thom and the remaining islands. Among them, the 4-island tour: Hon May Rut Trong, May Rut Ngoai, Gam Ghi and Hon Mong Tay in the An Thoi archipelago is a popular choice.
Guests will be picked up at the hotel in Duong Dong town to An Thoi port and take a canoe tour, snorkeling to see coral at Gam Ghi island. The service includes underwater filming and photography. The tour with lunch costs about 1,000,000 VND per person. However, the 4-island tour usually moves a lot. Guests who are seasick or in poor health can choose the 2 or 3-island tour with less activities.
If you are feeling more adventurous, you can explore Hon Dam, which is known as the Robinson Island of Phu Quoc. Hon Dam has no internet, electricity is run by solar energy, the whole island has only a few bungalows made of bamboo and wood, the back facing the sea.
4. Cuisine and specialties of Phu Quoc
When learning about Phu Quoc travel experiences, visitors often cannot ignore the typical dishes here. The ideal time to explore the cuisine of the pearl island is from May to November, when the sea season is bustling, seafood is fresh and the prices are more reasonable. Below are the dishes you must try to make your trip more complete.
- Herring Salad: One of the culinary experiences associated with Phu Quoc travel experience is enjoying herring salad. The fish is cleaned, rolled with raw vegetables and rice paper, dipped in famous Phu Quoc fish sauce, creating a fresh and sweet taste without any fishy smell. This dish appears from ordinary eateries to high-class restaurants, very easy to find.
- Ham Ninh Crab: When talking about Phu Quoc travel experiences, many people recommend trying Ham Ninh crab. Although not big, the crabs here are sweet, firm and fresh. Prices range from 200,000 - 500,000 VND/kg, depending on the type. The crabs are best when boiled and dipped in salt, pepper and lemon. If you want to eat egg crabs, choose female crabs, but if you like more meat, choose male crabs.
- Grilled conch shells: Grilled conch shells with salt and chili are a favorite dish of gourmets. The crispy, sweet taste combined with the salty and spicy taste makes this dish a highlight of the experience. According to Phu Quoc travel experience, this is the most favorite dish of many locals.
- Sea cucumber: Sea cucumber is known as the “luxury food” of the island. Not only rich in nutrients, sea cucumber is also often found in stews or nutritious porridge. Although the price is quite high (over 1 million VND/kg), but if you want to eat luxuriously, you should try it. This is also a small tip in Phu Quoc travel experience to make the trip more memorable.
- Bun Ken: Few places in Vietnam have Bun Ken like Phu Quoc. The thin noodles are served with herbs, shredded papaya, and a rich broth made from minced fish. Visitors can visit Bun Ken Ut Luom on 30/4 Street to enjoy it. For those who are looking for “what to eat in Phu Quoc”, this dish is always on the list of recommendations.
- Melaleuca mushroom: A rare specialty, only appearing after the first rain of the season. Melaleuca mushroom is often cooked with chicken or fish, creating a sweet taste. According to Phu Quoc travel experience, if you come in the right season (April - June), you will have the opportunity to enjoy this unique dish.
- Sea urchin: In Phu Quoc, sea urchins are grilled over hot coals, with added fatty scallion oil. There are also raw sea urchins with lemon, sea urchin porridge, and sea urchins grilled with salt and chili. This is a Phu Quoc seafood dish that many tourists try once and remember forever.
- Abalone: Phu Quoc abalone is not only nutritious but also considered a medicinal herb in Oriental medicine. You can choose grilled, stir-fried, or porridge abalone. This is one of the important culinary suggestions in the list of delicious dishes when traveling to Phu Quoc.
- Other specialties: In addition, when traveling to Phu Quoc, do not miss famous gifts such as sim honey, sim wine, pepper, Phu Quoc fish sauce, king crab, grilled snails, grilled fan clams with scallion oil, grilled squid eggs... These are all great choices to enjoy on the spot and buy as gifts.
Hopefully, the above Phu Quoc travel experiences will help you easily plan your upcoming trip, from choosing the time, places to visit to the specialties you should try. Phu Quoc Island is not only a sea and island paradise with fine white sand beaches and clear blue sea water, but also a place that preserves unique cultural and culinary experiences. If you are looking for a journey that is both relaxing and exploring, Phu Quoc is definitely the ideal destination. Get ready to pack your backpack and fully enjoy the beauty of this "resort paradise" today!
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