Things to do in 3 days in phu quoc, vietnam

I’m on the Vietnamese islvà of Phu Quoc. Just a one-hour flight from hectic Ho Chi Minch City, I feel cut off from the chaos and noise of mainlvà Vietnam giới.

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There are no motorbike horns, a barber is cutting a man’s hair out on the pavement under the blazing sun, and the shouts from the kids playing in the nearby harbour proclayên their love for life. Lost in it all, I snap bachồng to coherence. I notice a mix of eyes peering up at me from underneath a conical hat; the adjoining lips offer a greeting of: ‘Sing Chào.’

The pace of life here on the isl& is blissfully dull, something that is increasingly hard to lớn find in Vietphái nam. The distance between Phu Quoc and the Vietnamese mainl& is a mere 12km, astonishingly preserving the Vietnamese charm that has been attracting tourists, both foreign and local, khổng lồ the island for decades.

Phu Quoc Island is yet to lớn become an established stop on most Vietphái nam backpacker itineraries but it’s fast becoming a hot topic in hostel common rooms và dorms. The island offers a plentiful array of white sandy beaches with crystal clear water that is sure khổng lồ put a smile on any travellers face.

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When is the best time to lớn visit Phu Quoc Island?

The high season in Phu Quoc runs from November lớn March when the weather is at it’s best with sunny days & little rain. Many hotels are booked up during this time and activities such as diving and boat trips run daily.

If you plan to go during this time, it’s wise khổng lồ book flights in advance as they can fill up fast. (Phu Quoc is only a short one-hour flight from Ho Chi Minch City & flights are very reasonable at generally around $40-$70 USD.)

If you want to lớn avoid the high season, April khổng lồ June is a good time to lớn visit, especially if you’re keen on getting cheap deals on hotels và cheaper prices on tours. At this time of year, it can be really hot so a room with AC will help.

July khổng lồ October is considered the monsoon season in Phu Quoc, with October being the least rainy. During this time the sea can be rough with winds & rain battering the beach daily. It’s the least popular time to visit the islvà.

Two of our ambassadors recently visited the islvà during August & despite some cloudy days, they were still able khổng lồ enjoy the beautiful, white sandy beaches. Just be slightly more prepared to lớn suddenly take cover at a local beach bar until the storm passes or spend a rainy afternoon in a local spa!

Where lớn Stay in Phu Quoc Island?

The breadth of lodgings on Phu Quoc is quite varied. Seasonal prices và the number of current visitors can drastically ebb & flow the per-night price. By Vietnamese standards, the prices may be a bit higher (mainly when compared lớn the larger urban cities Saigon and Hanoi) but you’ll be getting a gr& trip out of the experience.

The three main areas to stay are Ving Bau Beach, Ong Lang Beach and Long Beach. Long Beach seems to lớn have the most variety of resorts. I chose Cassia Cottages, solely because the staff harvests their own cinnamon then use it for cinnamon ice cream and cinnatháng lattes!

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The Best Phu Quoc Backpacker Hostels – Top 3

Phu House Hostel – From $7 US per night – Located on Long Beach, this great hotel offers dorms and privates. They have sầu clean and comfortable dorm rooms with privacy curtains on each bed và miễn phí breakfast. The rooftop bar is a big hit with travellers as are the social events, pool table, không tính tiền beer & jacuzzi! All in all, it’s a great place for backpackers in Phu Quoc!

Orchid Guesthouse – From $14 US per night – A lovely guesthouse with a lovely big swimming pool that’s popular amongst travellers, located near to lớn the Muon Pagodomain authority in Duong Dong. The Orchid offers double và family rooms (two double beds), a restaurant, bar, không lấy phí wifi và xe đạp hire. The smiling staff make for a pleasant stay!

9 Station Hostel – From $9 US per night – 9 Station Hostel in Duong Dong is more like a luxury resort that’s been converted inlớn a backpacker hostel. There’s a spotlessly clean swimming pool, a TV room, a restaurant, a bar with a pool table và a great happy hour with cocktails. A really good breakfast is included in the price and you can book tours or rent a motorbike to explore the island here, all at reasonable backpacker prices. A great place khổng lồ socialise.

Things lớn vì in Phu Quoc Island

On the southern tip of the island, a visit to the beautiful Bai Sao Beach should be ticked off the danh mục first! The arduous dirt-road route deters hordes of tourists from the area, which makes for a phối of foreign và domestic vacationers soaking up the sun & listening lớn the waves. The water is so clear in this area and you’ll definitely want to take a boat trip lớn the nearby An Thoi Islands for a day of snorkelling!

Bai Sao Beach has a small but ample selection of beach bars offering both Vietnamese và American cuisine, all at very reasonable prices.

If you are looking for great food và a lively atmosphere head to Rory’s Bar. This newly opened beach bar was previously located on Long Beach. If you are looking for a lighter snachồng be sure khổng lồ grab some fresh fruit from one of the local sellers. Nothing beats devouring a ripe, juicy mango whilst sat on the water’s edge.

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It is possible lớn hire a sunbed & shade for a small price. This beach also has the infamous palm tree swing, which is gracing the Instagram grid more and more frequently!

If you are visiting from November lớn March I would recommend visiting Sao Beach for sunrise. You can easily arrange early morning transport through your accommodation reception. Be sure khổng lồ check the weather forecast the night before as the 4.45 am get up will not be as easy to lớn swallow when you are sat in the rain or trying lớn hunt out the sun behind the clouds!

I found the market in Duong Dong (the islands biggest town) khổng lồ be quite fascinating. If you like old-world markets this will be a huge highlight for you. I tried khổng lồ count on my hands how many food items which I could not identify, & I ran out of fingers. Don’t make any sudden movements as motorbikes intertwine with the sea of people walking about.

The Dinch Cau Temple also in Duong Dong is a nice place khổng lồ visit. This temple/lighthouse is an odd combination but the views of the sea are top-notch. The restaurant just down the beach from Dinh Cau Temple serves phenomenal iced Vietnamese coffee, so grab one and head khổng lồ the second-floor terrace to lớn catch the sun setting over the harbour.

I actually found the night market to be less interesting than Duong Dong’s daytime market but there are still some fun things to lớn bởi at it. Looking at dehydrated bats khổng lồ crush up into lớn tea or playing carnival style gambling games sure beats sitting in your hotel room.

There is also a large number of pepper farms on the island. These are well worth a visit & I would suggest combining this with a visit to the Phu Quoc Bee Farm. It is a great opportunity khổng lồ learn about the conservation of bees & the production of local honey.

It is phối in a beautiful location and the staff were so clearly passionate about eco-tourism. It also has the added bonus of its very own café! On the menu is a selection of hot và cold drinks (including mocktails!) that use the honey produced on-site. A great little stop-off point to lớn refresh và unwind!

To enjoy Phu Quoc from above sầu make sure you visit Chuon Chuon Bistro & SkyBar. This bar has a wraparound terrace area that gives you unrivalled views of the island. Be prepared lớn pay a little more for drinks here as you are paying for the view. This is a great spot to lớn watch the sunset and the vantage point gives you a great feel for the island. We spent our last evening here & it was a fantastic way khổng lồ reflect on our time spent on the islvà và take in the last few hours of sun.

An absolute must during your stay on Phu Quoc Islvà is a trip to lớn Long Beach to lớn catch the sunset! Picture this… rolling waves crashing at your feet creeping up the sand, an ice-cold drink in your hvà & the sea breeze gently tickling your face. This is an experience ingrained in my memory. It created the perfect environment for us khổng lồ, sit bachồng, and enjoy the chilled out atmosphere of the island.

How to lớn get lớn Phu Quoc Island

By Plane – Vietnamese Airlines offers flights from Ho Chi Minch City from $45-$70 US. The flight takes less than an hour lớn reach the isl&.

By Boat – Three ports on the east side of the isl& are linked khổng lồ Ha Tien on the Vietnamese/Cambodian Border & ferry trips between are made twice daily.

Where lớn go next?

The price khổng lồ take a bus from Ha Tien lớn Sihanoukville costs roughly $trăng tròn US, during research no reputable outfits offered reliable transportation from Phu Quoc inkhổng lồ Cambodia. You can also easily return khổng lồ Vietphái mạnh và continue your journey North or take some time to explore Ho Chi Minch City.

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