Must See in Phu Quoc

Dive Among Coral Reefs

While diving sites are scarce in Vietnam due to overfishing pressure, Phu Quoc is one of the few destinations worth mentioning for diving in the country.

The underwater life lacks megafauna such as sharks, turtles or rays. Even the colorful tropical fish are unusually small. However, the coral reefs are astonishingly beautiful, and you will get to swim among large and colorful sponges and corals. Additionally, you may find some octopus or squids.

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One of the Longest Cable Cars in the World

The cable car of Phu Quoc is one of the most popular tourist attractions on the island, offering stunning views of the surrounding islands, clear blue waters, and lush green hills.

The cable car system is one of the longest in the world, with a total length of about 8 kilometers, and its highest point at 164m. The ride takes about 15 minutes (one way), and each cabin can take up to 30 passengers.

Have Fun in Acuatopia Waterpark

Aquatopia Sun World Park is a waterpark located on an island at the South of Phu Quoc. It features not only water slides, lazy rivers, and wave pools but also a roller coaster, a drop tower, and a beach.

Regarding the tickets, they sell them together as a package for Aquatopia Waterpark + Cable car. The most straightforward option costs around 500.000 VND

Visit a Pepper Farm

Here you will have a guided tour around a family-run farm and receive explanations about the local crops and cultivation techniques. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to taste a variety of spice mixes with mango and enjoy a homemade natural drink.

The tour costs 60.000 VND per person and lasts approximately 1h. You will be taken in a small group around different sections of the farm where they grow various species of fruits and vegetables, such as peppers, papayas, mangoes and more.

Relax on a Paradise Beach – Khem Beach

Khem Beach is a long fine-grained sand beach located in Phu Quoc, in the South of Vietnam. It stands out for its vast and idyllic stretch of white sand, lined with palm trees. The warm turquoise water further adds to the charm of this beach, making it a lovely paradise.

Search for Starfish at Starfish Beach

Starfish Beach is a series of beaches in the North of Phu Quoc where you can see sea stars in the shallow part, even very close to the beach. It’s a very virgin location thanks to its difficult access that keeps mass tourism away, so its natural beauty stays almost untouched. The fine sand beach, palm trees, crystal clear water, and starfish make it a wonderful place.

Visit a Perl Farm

Phu Quoc is famous, among others, for its production of high-quality pearls. The tropical climate as well as the geography make it a suitable environment for pearl farming. Additionally, the art of pearl farming has been passed down through generations of local fishermen and farmers in Phu Quoc, developing techniques for raising oysters and cultivating pearls adapted to the local conditions.

Ngoc Hien Pearl Farm is one of the many pearl farms located on the island of Phu Quoc. It’s a popular tourist destination where visitors can learn about the process of pearl farming and purchase high-quality pearls.

Explore Several Temples on the Island

In Phu Quoc, you can also explore various Buddhist temples. Many of them were built by local fishermen, who use them to seek protection and good luck in their daily tasks. Specifically, we recommend the following two:

Enjoy the Sunset at Sonasea Beach

At Sonasea Beach (here), you'll have an incredible view of the sunset from a beach surrounded by palm trees, beach bars with live music, loungers, swings, and plenty of picturesque photo spots. Additionally, during the day, they offer water activities such as flyboarding, jet skiing, or parasailing.

The truth is, it's not an untouched beach, and like much of the west coast of Phu Quoc, it is heavily developed with numerous resorts.

Explore Replicas of European Cities

In Phu Quoc, you will come across various replicas of European cities. For instance, the cable car is situated in one of them (here, Thị trấn hoàng hôn). Another highly popular one is Grand World Phú Quốc (location). At the latter, they often organize nighttime performances featuring water jets, lights, and music, as well as gondola rides with people wearing typical Venetian attire (200K VND per person, 800K VND per gondola). It's quite an intriguing experience.