What's the best thing about traveling in Phu Quoc?

Should travel in Phu Quoc even 1 time

Travel in Phu Quoc for a fishing village vibe, where brightly painted boats bobbing above the water against a backdrop of tall coconut groves.

• Phu Quoc is a triangular island in the South of Vietnam, home to outstanding white sand beaches and fresh seafood.
• The Vietnamese know Phu Quoc mainly for its high quality fish sauce and fragrant black pepper.
• However, in recent years, Phu Quoc has attracted the attention of sun-seeking travelers who can't get enough of the warm waters and coastal scenery.

Here are some of the best reasons for you to travel in Phu Quoc even just once.

Beaches from big to small

• Phu Quoc is really one large island (the largest in Vietnam actually) plus 21 smaller islets.
• Be sure to hire a boat or join a tour to go snorkeling off the An Thoi archipelago in the south, where sparkling beaches and underwater reefs await.
• On the main island, there are countless beaches to choose from, depending on your preference.
• Bai Sao is a favourite stretch of sand with public and private areas, catered to by local restaurants serving cold coconuts and grilled seafood.
• If you prefer peace and quiet, head to Vung Bau on the western coast, where you can have a spot all to yourself.
• Ong Lang is a long pristine beach perfect for families, Ganh Dau beach is a secret spot in the north of the island, and Bien Ba Keo is best for sunset-watching.
• Take your pick.

Seafood feasting

• The rich waters surrounding Phu Quoc are an important source of livelihood for fishing families on the island.
• Many fishermen catch anchovies that are carefully processed into the island’s famous fish sauce.
• Visitors also benefit from the abundance of the sea when staying on Phu Quoc.
• Take advantage during your trip with lunch in a floating restaurant out on the water, and visit the buzzing night market for a unforgettable dinner of barbecued seafood.

Sun World cable car

• Hon Thom or Pineapple Island is connected to the mainland by an eight-kilometre cable car, one of the longest in the world.
• Don’t leave Phu Quoc without taking this spectacular ride, which lasts about 15 minutes one way.
• The Sun World Cable Car has large windows so you can admire the fishing boats, forested islands, and the sweeping turquoise sea far below.
• On the island, ride a free shuttle to Hon Thom beach for a dip in the ocean.

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• A free shuttle bus runs to the cable car from hotels around Duong Dong town.
• Your hotel can help you find the schedule and pick-up points.

Family-friendly parks

• If you’re coming to Phu Quoc with your family, you’ll be happy to know the island is perfectly set up with activities for all ages.
• We recommend spending an afternoon at the water park and amusement park in VinWonders Phu Quoc.
• One ticket gives you access to the entire park, including unlimited rides, a 5D cinema, indoor games, and water fountain shows.
• Vinpearl also operates a safari park and golf course a short ride away.

Insightful island tours

• Phu Quoc is traditionally known for its fish sauce and black pepper products, but there’s a lot more to the island than first meets the eye.
• A large national park covers part of the island, and you can kayak on Cua Can river or take nature walks in the forest to see ancient trees.
• Several farms on the island such as Phu Quoc Countryside and Phu Quoc Bee Farm welcome visitors with guided tours and fun tasting sessions.
• Combine attractions on a motorbike or jeep tour to see hidden spots around the island and go at your own pace.

Five-star resorts

• If you’re the type that enjoys a touch of luxury on your vacations, Phu Quoc will give you ample opportunity to indulge.
• Award-winning resorts have claimed gorgeous corners of the island, and there’s a fabulous variety of options to choose from, from the university-themed JW Marriott Phu Quoc, to the nature-embracing bungalows at Nam Nghi Resort, to the wellness-inspired villas at Fusion Maia.

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• The Alice in Wonderland-themed Chanterelle Spa at JW Marriott won the World’s Leading New Spa at the World Luxury Awards in 2017.
• Book a treatment to see what the buzz is all about.

Destination beach bars

• There’s nowhere on Phu Quoc quite like Sailing Club.
• An upscale venue set on pristine Long Beach, Sailing Club Phu Quoc takes just as much pride in its enticing menu as it does in its musical line-up and perfectly poured drinks.
• Come for the healthy brunches, stay for a few laps in the infinity pool, and linger a little longer to watch the fire dancing show at 7:30pm.
• Another top draw for bar enthusiasts, Rock Island Club is set on a small island just two minutes’ boat ride from the mainland.
• Buy a ticket at Nam Nghi resort for an evening of pure bliss.
• Choose between a seat out on the boulders, bean bags on the wooden deck, or rattan sofas - all set for prime viewing of Phu Quoc’s brilliant tropical sunsets.

Means of travel to Phu Quoc

Planes

• Flight time from Hanoi to Phu Quoc is 2 hours 05 minutes
• Flight time from TP. From Ho Chi Minh to Phu Quoc about 50 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes

Ticket price to Phu Quoc of Vietjet airline:

• Hanoi - Phu Quoc: 2 million VND/round trip
• Ho Chi Minh City - Phu Quoc: 400,000 VND/round trip

Fares to Phu Quoc of Vietnam Airlines:

• Hanoi - Phu Quoc: 5 million VND/round trip
• Ho Chi Minh City - Phu Quoc: 1.3 million VND/round trip

Currently, Da Nang and Nha Trang airports do not have a way to Phu Quoc island.

You can buy Vietjet Air installment tickets at Movi to save costs combined with our experience of "fly now pay later" at this time and in the future.
Contact hotline 18006669 for related service consulting support.

Coach

• Fares from TP. From Ho Chi Minh City to Rach Gia, Kien Giang about 120,000 VND
• Arrival time is about 6 hours
• If you come from TP. In Ho Chi Minh City or some Central provinces, the bus will definitely be the most reasonable means of transportation, cheap but the trip is not too time-consuming.
• Tourists or business travelers must take a bus to the piers in Kien Giang, then take a train to the island.

Motorcycle

• Motorcycles will be a great vehicle for those who live not too far from Phu Quoc to save money in the best way.

Hydrofoil

• You can go to Phu Quoc island by hydrofoil from Rach Gia port (Rach Gia city, Kien Giang province) and Ha Tien (Ha Tien town).
• To go to Phu Quoc, visitors' schedule will last from 1 hour to 2:45 minutes.
• The price of a hydrofoil ticket will range from 200,000 VND to 350,000 VND depending on the type of train.

Regular ship

• As with traveling by hydrofoil, the ship's schedule will often change depending on the weather at sea.
• Travel time is about 1 hour 30 minutes and the fare is around 200,000 VND.

Conclude

To discover the whole beauty of the island district, you should combine the means of traveling in Phu Quoc together: tourists who are far away take a bus, go to the port, take a boat, go to the island, rent a car. motorcycle.
Wish you and your loved ones have a happy trip to Phu Quoc when using these vehicles!