Where is the best place to stay in Fukuoka. Phu Quoc - full review of all places. Rush Vem - the most beautiful beach in Fukuoka

We spent a full seven days in Fukuoka. We drove the length and breadth of the island. We visited basically all the places mentioned in tourist brochures and more. I decided to build this review according to the principle: place - description, abandoning the more familiar structure of a diary by day.

How to get to Fukuoka

Opened in Fukuoka in 2012 new airport(PQC code) which accepts regular flights from Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Haiphong and Can Tho. In addition, hundreds of charters fly here from all over the world.

The most convenient way to get to this Vietnamese island is from Ho Chi Minh City. Depending on the season and day of the week, the number of flights per day from Saigon can reach 10 or more. The journey is only 1 hour. Flights operated by: Vietnam airlines, VietJet Air, JetStar. Ticket prices range from 4,000 rubles. up to 20,000 rub. for round trip flight per person. We bought tickets for New Year's dates 5 months before departure (in August). Low-cost airline - JetStar, price - 4,300 rubles (round trip). I recommend booking tickets in advance if you want to save 10-15 thousand rubles. Aviasales to help.

Road from/to Fukuoka Airport

If I'm not mistaken, there is no public transport. You need to get from the airport to the hotel by taxi or a previously booked transfer at the hotel. Taxi stands are located at the exit, also in the baggage claim area. Everything is simple here, show your hotel reservation with the address, pay for travel at the counter, receive a voucher, and go out. We get into the hands of a driver who, using a voucher, takes us to the hotel without any problems or questions. The island itself is not small, so the price of a taxi will be from 100,000 dong to 300,000 - 400,000 dong, depending on the location of the hotel.

Where to stay in Fukuoka

When choosing a hotel in Fukuoka, you should immediately ignore the eastern coast of the island. There is no infrastructure here, the coast is one complete garbage dump.

95% of hotels are located on west coast. For myself, roughly speaking, I divided all the hotels into 4 zones (from north to south):

Neighborhood Vinpearl

At the time of our trip, this territory was actively being developed. Huge multi-storey premium chain hotels were built here. Beyond the parks entertainment Vinpearl a casino should open here in the near future. For whom all this will be built and who will live here, I have no idea. Europeans and Americans will not come here when they have Las Vegas, Miami, Ibiza, and Nice at home. Especially considering the mentality and service of the local residents. I do not recommend this area of ​​the island. Anyone who wants luxury should go to Dubai, and in no case to Phu Quoc.

Ong Lang Beach area

We lived in this area and I can safely say that this is the best place to stay in Fukuoka. Ong Lang Beach is the cleanest on the island. Local hotels have large green areas, almost all of them have bungalows and houses. This allows you to be closer to nature. Local residents do not live here, peace and quiet. This area is located in the very center of the island, making it very convenient to make forays into other parts of Fukuoka.

A map of hotels in this area with Booking is below:

Hotels in and around Duong Dong

I won't pay much attention. It’s only suitable for backpackers, and even then you can find more impressive options in other parts of the island for little money.

Hotels located along Long Beach

Long Beach is not much inferior to Ong Lang. There is also a very clean coast here, a large number of hotels for every taste and budget. The difference from the Ong Lang area is that the concentration of tourists here is several times higher. Hence the bustle, the constant movement.

For those who value tranquility and privacy, I would advise staying in the Ong Lang Beach area; for everyone else, Long Beach.

The place is very beautiful. The beach is located in a small bay surrounded by hills covered with tropical vegetation. White sand.

At low tide coastline increases greatly. The beach, especially in the photo, looks heavenly.

We were not able to enjoy this natural beauty, relax, or swim in the sea. There is so much dirt and garbage here that there are simply no words. Wild trash. The entire coast is strewn with bags, bottles and other nasty things. The desire to swim here immediately disappears when a pack of condoms floats next to you and a meter-long piece of driftwood drags along the bottom.

Infrastructure: along the beach there are several cafes in traditional Vietnamese style - dirty tables, dishes, waiters sleeping on the move. I didn’t have any particular complaints about this, since this is Vietnam.

Each establishment diligently “cleans” its coastline from dirt and debris. It happens like this: a Vietnamese shovels garbage into a bucket, moves beyond the restaurant’s shore area and pours it out where a section of the beach belongs to no one. The sea takes all this garbage again with a wave and washes it down over time. Such is the cycle of idiocy.

One of our compatriots, who has lived on the island for more than 5 years, assured me that after the wind changes, the beach will be cleaned and it will be exemplary. The locals have the following mentality: why clean up today if tomorrow the sea will again bring all sorts of rubbish.

I don’t post photos of the mud so as not to spoil the impression of this place, because it really is amazing. I hope the local authorities will pay attention and put this beach in order; it has no equal in beauty on the island.

Beach - continuation of Bai Sao

If you stand facing the sea on Sao Beach, then on the right there is another beach, which differs in the color of the sand, it is yellow.

There are huge boulders in the water and on the shore. The coastline is slightly narrower than that of Bai Sao. There are no restaurants or sun loungers here. In a way, this is a plus, since there are almost no people, you can throw in a towel and lie in solitude.

The main problem is, again, garbage, but oddly enough there is much less of it here, there is almost none in the water, although it is no more than 1 km from Bai Sao. Apparently the features of the tide.

Ong Lang Beach

The most well-groomed and clean beach in Fukuoka. The sand is fine and golden in color. There are many decent hotels and restaurants on the first coastline, hence the impeccable cleanliness; the surrounding area is regularly cleaned. The sea is very calm and warm.

In some places there are areas with stone banks.

Large areas of this beach are occupied by hotels, mainly of the bungalow type. Since all the beaches in Fukuoka are public, this does not cause problems. You can swim and relax along the entire coastline. Restrictions are only on the use of sun loungers and other beach equipment that belongs to the hotel.

Ganh Gio Beach

Ganh Gio Beach - located south of the beach Ong Lang on the western part of the island. Essentially no different from Ong Lang. Is that access to the beach is only possible through the territory of the Shells Resort hotel (one of the most expensive in Fukuoka). You could say the beach is private.

They may not be allowed into the hotel territory, so if you are not staying at this hotel, then there is nothing to do at Ganh Gio Beach.

Other beaches in Fukuoka

The above are places that I have studied well. We spent enough time on these beaches to form a specific opinion about them. In addition to these places, during our stay on the island we were taken to several more beaches, and I’ll say a few words about them.

Long Beach- the center of everything beach holiday Fukuoka. Its length is about 20 km. Probably 90-95% of all hotels and resorts are located on this beach and its surroundings. I try to avoid places where there are such crowds of people, so I won’t give recommendations.

Duong Dong Beach

Thom Beach- garbage dump, not suitable for swimming or relaxing

Entertainment in Fukuoka

Judging by tourist brochures and notes, Phu Quoc is famous not only for its beaches. We had enough time to carefully familiarize ourselves with island life and all the entertainment for tourists. In addition to beach holidays, Phu Quoc offers activities for guests to suit every taste:

• hiking trails through tropical forests;
• one-day snorkeling/diving excursions to coral reefs and islands;
• a modern amusement park with water slides and attractions;
• safari zoo;
• rich excursionist. Pepper factory, pearl factory, local fish sauce production
• Getting to know local traditions and lifestyle (markets, street food, etc.)

Night market

Before going to the island, I read a lot of comments and reviews about the night market. People described this place as a paradise for fans of seafood and street food in general.

The market consists of several streets with street cafes, shops selling nuts, souvenirs and other junk. Every reputable establishment has aquariums and counters with fresh catch.

There are really no questions about the products, everything is fresh. Wide selection of shellfish and fish. There is exotic stuff - for example, sharks and other unknown creatures. Look at sea ​​creatures and tapping your finger on the glass is interesting. This is, in its own way, a miniature aquarium.

Guests are invited to choose their own dinner. They prepare, without exception, according to three recipes: grilled, boiled, boiled/stewed with local seasonings.

I can’t stand intrusiveness, so I didn’t feel very comfortable walking around the market. The Vietnamese are overwhelming from all sides, everyone offers to sit in his establishment. Cherkizovsky market in Moscow in the nineties, one to one. Only instead of sneakers and tracksuits, they sell shrimp and squid here.

All eateries, and there is no other way to call them, are the same. So we sat down where there were people and the most decent tables and tablecloths.

I don’t consider myself a squeamish person, but here there is excellent filth everywhere. You can stick tightly to the table. I had to drink beer from a bottle; I didn’t dare pour it into a glass. The seafood is fresh, you can be patient, let's go choose your dinner. We took: shrimp, squid, sea ​​urchins, oysters and some other shells. They didn’t manage to spoil the shrimp, but what the hell were the rest of the dishes was a big question for me.

With a clear conscience I tried everything. Then my stomach ached wildly and we moved away from the Night Market.

Bottom line. The feeling is like resentment for wasting an evening on the island, and also a pain in the stomach after the “delicious” seafood. In my opinion, there is absolutely nothing to do here. As a last resort, if you are completely tired of sitting in a cozy restaurant on the coast with a glass of beer or wine, enjoying delicious and most importantly safe food, then go here to look at the bizarre creatures in the aquarium, but under no circumstances eat anything here. Not tasty and not safe.

Phu Quoc Pepper Farm

There are several pepper factories, or more precisely, pepper farms, in Fukuoka. At least there are about five markers on the mapsme map. We visited the most “touristy” of them. It is located a couple of kilometers from the city of Duong Dong. See map above.

At first, I still didn’t understand whether we had arrived correctly or not, since there were practically no identifying signs of the factory, not counting the sign on the road. In general, the place looked more like an ordinary farmhouse. There is also a shop near the road that sells pepper and coffee. The guy showed us how to get to the farm.

The place is a plantation where peppers are grown - strict rows of climbing plants.

There is a small orchard.

In the store you can buy many different versions of ready-made seasoning. Black and white pepper, peas and ground, ground with garlic and soy sauce.

I guess that's all.

We stopped at a farm on our way from Bai Sao. You won’t be able to stay here for more than half an hour, since, in fact, there is nothing to see or do.

My opinion is that if you are passing by, you should definitely stop to buy pepper for the year ahead and then distribute it to all your friends and relatives as a souvenir. I don’t see any point in coming here purposefully to see the farm.

Fish sauce factory, pearl factory

Both of these establishments are a common ploy by local residents to attract the attention of tourists. You arrive there and all you find is a shop where you can buy pearls or fish sauce. There is nothing more to say. It's not worth going.

Trekking in Phu Quoc (Ganh Dau trail)

There are no tracking routes in the usual sense of the word in Fukuoka. Let me explain a little: there is a huge national park on the island - a tropical forest, where monkeys, parrots and many others live in their natural environment. There are lakes, waterfalls, rivers, hills. Only the infrastructure and access to these nature reserves No. Complete impenetrable jungle.

In total, we had three trips to different parts of the island, with the goal of seeing wild monkeys, listening to caecas, and generally getting to know the local flora and fauna.

In the north (map above) there is a route that is marked on tourist maps - Ganh Dau trail.

It consists of a path about 2 km long through the forest. The route is a dead end. Reached the end and back.

I've seen trees like this a couple of times

On the trail you feel that the forest is simply teeming with insects, snakes and other creatures. We were already close to sunset and completely alone. The feeling is eerie, I'm happy.

This is all. There are no other equipped tourist routes in Fukuoka. One time we turned off the road and followed a path not marked on the road. tourist map(on my map "Forest")

After 15 minutes we came to a clearing where the Vietnamese were diligently cutting down the jungle. It looks like it's under construction for a hotel or something. They looked at us wildly; apparently it was unusual for them to see white people in the forest and not on the beach.

A couple of times we tried to find a more or less sane road/trail along which we could walk through Phu Quoc National Park. Judging by the maps, there is a trail that crosses the entire park, but we were unable to reach it. Local residents looked at us as if we were plague-ridden, waved their hands and sent us away from the forest.

The DT973 road (Duong Dong - Bai Thom) runs through the jungle. You can ride along it quite comfortably on a scooter to the north and back to look at the local landscape. Along the way we happened to meet wild monkeys.

In general, as I understand it, the national park is a wild and undeveloped place. Even local residents they don't go there. According to verified information, there are over 61 species of reptiles alone. You can read about the park using the link.

My opinion:

To me, as an amateur wildlife it was simply necessary to try to climb into the jungle and see wild monkeys. I was pleased to see the nature of this region. Since the infrastructure on the island is completely unsuitable for such a holiday, not everyone will like such entertainment. For those who are bored of lying on the beach all day, I can advise the following:

• The Ganh Dau Trail walking route will take 1-2 hours, you can “feel” the jungle a little, especially closer to sunset;
• Ride a scooter along the Duong Dong - Bai Thom road along National Park. It will take about 1.5 - 2 hours round trip. You can meet wild monkeys.

Snorkeling/diving in Phu Quoc

There are no living creatures or corals on the beaches of Fukuoka. Travel agencies offer day trips to small islands that are located north or south of Fukuoka. We took an excursion to the northern islands, since conditions on the southern ones were unfavorable due to the wind. It doesn’t matter which islands you go to; the program is the same everywhere and includes:

• Transfer from the hotel to Duong Dong pier where the boat is waiting
• The road to the islands by boat is 1-1.5 hours
• Fishing for about an hour per donk
• Snorkeling off the islands, about 2 hours
• Lunch after snorkeling
• free time on one of the beaches of Fukuoka, which is taken by boat

Price per person per group excursion about 20-30 dollars, depending on the travel agency. We took a private trip for $120 from Phu Quoc Beach Travel, in an office located near Ong Lang Beach. In appearance, this agency was the most decent, you can pay by card, there were even brochures in Russian with a description. Additionally they offered to take Russian speaking guide for 20 dollars, we refused. As a result, the guide was our Russian former pilot, who settled on the island in retirement.

We went to several other agencies: in one the Vietnamese woman still didn’t understand what a Private tour was and just pointed at the brochure, in another there was no one at all.

Since we had a private excursion, we did not have to go to Duong Dong to the pier. The boat itself came to us on Ong Lang beach, next to which we lived.

The purpose of the excursion is small islands: Fingernail Island and Turtle Island. The journey is about an hour in total. Next to them you can fish from a boat to the bottom, swim with fins and a mask.

It is difficult to call them islands. Small pieces of land that can be reached by swimming.

We tried fishing and decided not to waste time on it. firstly, it wasn’t particularly biting, and secondly, catching fish from the palm of your hand is not particularly interesting.

We spent all the allotted time in the water on a coral reef

You can get out onto land and relax a little. There is garbage on the island that comes from the sea, and there is quite a lot of it. Some bottles and flasks look like they have been lying here for years. Since they bring tourists here, why not collect all the dirt. The area of ​​the island is only 100 square meters. But this is Vietnam, no one picks up trash here.

Two hours is enough to swim above the corals and look at small fish.

On the way back from the islands, lunch is offered, which includes local dishes: Pho soup, rice, chicken. The dishes are simple and tasty, especially after 2 hours on the water. For exotic items, you can try sea urchins for an additional fee.

By 15:00 we were brought back to Ong Lang Beach.

General impressions: If in your life you have never seen anything underwater except sand and stones, then you should definitely take an excursion. For beginners, snorkeling in Fukuoka will delight you. It so happened that I first became acquainted with the underwater world while scuba diving in the Red Sea and now snorkeling or diving in other places does not evoke strong emotions in me. Local undersea world it’s sparse and not as motley and colorful, but it’s there. I like active holidays, I’d rather swim for 3 hours and look at the corals than lie on the beach, so I recommend it.

Safari Zoo in Phu Quoc (Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc) + Vinpearlland Amusement Park

Since we had plenty of time on the island, we decided not to bypass the recently opened Vinpearlland amusement park and Safari Zoo. They are located in the north of the island. We traveled around the island for the entire seven days on a rented scooter, so we didn’t encounter any problems getting to one or another part of the island, but it seems there are also connections from Duong Dong free buses several times a day.

Were purchased at the zoo ticket office general tickets for 1 day (Vinperalland+Vinpearl Safari) at a price of 850,000 VND per person. It was decided to start with the zoo, since its opening hours are shorter, from 09:00 to 16:00. The park is divided into 2 zones:

1. Animals in cages;
2. Safari Park.

The zoo is very decent. The territory is well-groomed, everything is thought out and worked out to the smallest detail.

We couldn’t stay here for more than two hours; the scorching sun was simply unbearable. Moreover, we got here at the very peak of the heat, we arrived at 12 and walked until 2.

Next about Vinpearlland. It's a 10-minute scooter ride from the zoo. The park is divided into several zones and offers the following entertainment: water slides, attractions, an aquarium, a show of dancing fountains, etc. In a word, we have collected everything that is possible. We came here using a previously purchased single ticket at the zoo. I’ll say right away that we were only interested in the park with water slides, we didn’t go anywhere else, we didn’t see anything. So they are a solid 4k. There are no queues. There are enough slides, there is somewhere for children and adults to ride. You can read more about the park.

I can only recommend spending a day on Vinpearl if you have visited all the other places on the list above and still have time on the island. Also, such parks will probably be of interest to tourists with children. You can spend the whole day here. It’s better to start in the morning (from 9 o’clock) at the zoo, while the heat can still allow you to walk under open air. There is little shade in the zoo. After 12 you can move to Vinpearlland to the water slides and attractions.

Asia is famous for its sunsets, and Phu Quoc is no exception in this regard. You can watch a beautiful sunset along the entire western coast of the island. The spectacle is truly impressive. We planned every day so that at 17:30 we would be at Ong Lang Beach with a bottle of Tiger. Comments are unnecessary here.

By 18:00 the sun sets in Fukuoka, people begin to disperse to their hotels and by 18:30 - 19:00 decent restaurants are full. It will be possible to sit down, but not always at a comfortable table.

• Hotel: Mango Bay or Coco Palm
• Beach: Ong Lang
• Excursions: Snorkeling to the islands
• What to see: Bai Sao Beach, pepper farm, walking route, Vinpearl Zoo

Part of Kien Giang Province, the Phu Quoc area includes the island itself and 105 wonderful islets of varying sizes. The island is located 46 km from the city of Ha Tien - the nearest city " big land"of this province.
Most of the territory is occupied by beautiful sandy beaches, but there is also a mountainous area with 99 mountain peaks; the highest of them is the peak of Mount Chua with a height of 603 meters. There are six on the island major cities and villages such as An Thoi town, Kia Can, Duong Dong, Ganh Dau village, Ham Ninh and RachVem. Each of these towns and villages carefully preserves its own traditions, characteristics and attractions, which undoubtedly contribute to a wonderful time on the island. We will tell you about the best of them in our review.

How to get to Phu Quoc Island

There are no direct flights from Russia to Phu Quoc. The most optimal time would be to fly on flights Vietnam Airlines, with one change in Ho Chi Minh City. If you are looking for a budget trip, then the most attractive fares for a two-stop flight to Phu Quoc Island are with Air France And Emirates.
Airlines operate domestic flights daily Air Mekong And Vietnam Airlines from Ho Chi Minh City Airport, Hanoi, as well as from Cann Tho to Phu Quoc Island. Flights last between 50 and 60 minutes, and one-way tickets start at $40.
Airport Duong Dong located in the center of the island just 2 km from Duong Dong city, so the city can be easily reached by various means of transport. Getting to the hotel by taxi costs only $1.5-2.

Advice: When planning a trip to Phu Quoc, stop for a day in Ho Chi Minh City on your way there and back. This will make it more convenient to get there (you will be freer to choose the time of departure from Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc) plus you will visit a wonderful city.

Ways to get around the island

By car. Most travel agencies offer car rental with a driver. Depending on your wishes and the required number of seats, you can rent either a car with 7 seats - $100 for 3 days (a good option if you are traveling in a large group or on vacation with the whole family), or a bus with 46 seats - $300 for 3 days (a reasonable option , if you are going to hold corporate meetings in Phu Quoc). If you need a car for just 1 day, the cost of renting a 7-seater car will be about $35.
By taxi. Taxi can be the most comfortable view transport for those who want to arrive exactly where they need to go without problems or escorts. The fare is 60-70 cents per kilometer. The most reliable carriers are taxis from Sasco and Mai Linh.
On a motorcycle or bicycle. Most hotels often offer motorcycle and bicycle rentals. Consult with the administrator to clarify rental conditions. The rental cost will not exceed $8 (excluding the cost of gasoline) depending on the type of motorcycle. Bicycle rental prices are calculated based on the principle of hourly payment.
On the boat. It's convenient vehicle when traveling around Phu Quoc Island for sightseeing and especially if you decide to go fishing. For a group of up to 4 people, boat rental will cost $80 per day for 1 boat. For each additional boat passenger you will have to pay an additional $8.
By bus. For budget travel You can use the public transit bus. There are three bus routes: No. 27 (route Cua Can - Ganh Day - Rach Vem - Rach Tram), No. 28 (route An Thoi - Ham Ninh), No. 29 (Duong Dong - North Island). The cost of a ticket in any direction is about $2-2.5.
And, of course, you should definitely take a walk through the Duong Dong Market and enjoy watching the life of the locals, stopping at the stalls of street vendors or shops.

When to go. Best time to visit Fukuoka

Climate Emerald Isle- subequatorial monsoon, with two clearly defined seasons: the dry season from November to May and the rainy season from June to October (rains can last for 20 days). And despite the fact that the weather in most cases allows one way or another to travel around the island all year round, it has been experimentally proven that best time for a trip to Phu Coc Island - from about the end of October to mid-April, during the dry season, when the sky is blue and clear and the rains have already passed. The hottest months of the year are April and May.

Where to live. Best hotels on Phu Quoc Island

The variety of hotel facilities on the island offers a holiday for every taste and budget. Most of the hotels on the island are “like three stars” (in Vietnam there is simply no star rating for hotels as usual in Europe, so everyone sets their status at their own discretion). At the same time, for 1500 - 2500 rubles per double room per night you can get the highest European level service, beautiful views of the garden or sea from the panoramic window and the absence of any complaints about your vacation. Basically, the hotels are cozy, comfortable bungalows with thatched roofs in the traditional Vietnamese style.
Excellent living conditions can be found in any of the best hotels Fukuoka. Many people will enjoy a holiday in Arcadia Phu Quoc Resort, Coco-Palm Resort Phu Quoc, and Saigon Phu Quoc Resort & Spa. One of the most low prices offers for accommodation Lang Cau Homestay, a stay in a bamboo hut here will cost no more than 500 rubles per day for two.

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The best beaches and attractions of Phu Quoc Island

FUKOKA BEACHES
The first, and for some, the only reason to visit Phu Coca is its pristine coastline with several heavenly beaches. They have not yet been fully explored, and this is what gives the island’s coast a romantic appeal and beauty that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

The beaches of Phukok Island stretch along the coast from north to south. You can only admire them and take a long time to decide which one you like the most. In order not to be tormented by choice, we suggest paying attention to the best beaches of Fukok.
Truong Beach. This is a very attractive area with a white sandy beach stretching for 20 km: from Dinh Cau beach before Tau Ru beach. The coastal waters are home to many inhabitants of the deep sea, and fishing conditions are ideal. There is an opportunity to watch local fishermen and taste seafood right on the beach.
Ganh Dau Beach located in the north of Phu Quoc island on the border with Cambodia. Starting in Duong Dong, the coastline extends north across National Park Phu Quoc Islands - and all this is a beautiful beach with blue ocean depths and white sand. From Ganh Dau Beach on a clear day you can see Mount Ta Lon in Cambodia. Don't miss the opportunity to taste delicious seafood.
Sao Beach located in the south, near An Thoi pier and 30 km from Duong Dong. The beach is very quiet. There are few merchants here, so nothing will prevent you from fully enjoying the magnificent views. The quality of service on the beach is beyond praise: from basic amenities (sun loungers and umbrellas) to the restaurant.
Vung Bau Beach- an idyllic beach in the north of the island near Dai Beach, 40 km from Duong Dong and will appeal to those who would like to discover an environmentally friendly beach in Vietnam.
Bai Thom Beach- a deserted beach in the north of Phu Quoc island, 35 km from Duong Dong. This beach is quite secluded, making it ideal for adventure seekers.
Bai Vong Beach located 8 km from Duong Dong. It is a wide and shallow beach with white sand and a long avenue of palm trees. There is good infrastructure and, as a bonus, it is on Bai Vong Beach that most people take the best photos.

TASTE THE ISLAND'S ATMOSPHERE
Phu Quoc became famous for two things: beautiful beaches and national cuisine. Particularly famous on the island is the “nuoc mam” fish sauce, which has become popular throughout Vietnam and in the world in general. You can watch the sauce making process at the factory Phu Quoc Fish Sauce, located near the market in Duong Dong. Entrance to the factory is free for everyone, but it is better to be accompanied by a guide who will tell you in detail about all the stages of creating the sauce. And be prepared for... the ever-present fish spirit. Opening hours from 8.00 to 11.00 and from 13.00 to 17.00. In addition, there is something else that is worth seeing and trying: spicy black pepper, with a spicy but quite original taste. Local farmers conduct tours of their plantations for a small fee. You can take a walk through the black pepper bushes at any time of the year, but the best time to visit is from February to July, when the harvest takes place.
Phu Quoc Island has a huge selection of seafood, and it is not only fresh, but also delicious in taste. Caught from the sea and immediately cooked, shrimp, fish and shellfish are a genuine delight among travelers when visiting the island.
Three must-try dishes when traveling to Phu Quoc

Nkhum
One of the most bizarre shellfish that you should try is probably nkhum - sea urchin. It is brown and looks like a coconut. There are two options for eating this dish: raw, or after careful heat treatment. If raw food does not cause discomfort, do not miss the opportunity to taste nkhum raw. When you order nkhum, the seller cuts the whole nkhum in half horizontally like a coconut. After this, sprinkle it with lime juice and use a spoon to remove the meat from the shell, dip it in wasabi sauce and enjoy. Fresh taste and sweet aroma combined with wasabi sauce and the sourness of lime - you will hardly be able to resist a second serving.

Nhong
Phu Quoc is also famous for its Nhong fish dish. It can be prepared in different ways: fried, boiled, stewed. Nhong fish is also used to make cha ca, a fish pastry. A slice of rice cake, vegetables and fish cake is a good combination for rolls.
Nhong fish will also serve as a good decoration for salad. It is used to prepare “goi ka” - fish salad. The secret of a good salad lies in the correct choice of fish and preparation of the sauce. The fish should be fresh, and the fillets should be cut very thin. Before eating the fish, sprinkle it with lime juice. Then place the fish and some vegetables on a slice of rice cake and dip into the sauce. The sauce is a mixture of garlic, chili, peanuts, lime juice, fish sauce and a little sugar.

bang kang
Bang Kang (a type of noodle) – takes on a completely different taste when combined with fish and is considered a specialty traditional cuisine Phu Kok Islands. The dish is served hot and consists of a bowl of noodle soup garnished with thu fish fillets. On your plate you can find this fish in three versions: boiled, fish balls and pieces of well-fried fillet. The different ways of preparing and serving this fish give this dish a more whimsical taste. The best Bang Kang options can be tasted in a cafe Banh Canh Lady Phung, located on a small alley near the street Nguyen Trung Truc.

What to see in Phu Quoc

SUNG HUNG PAGODA
According to the Mahayana, Sung Hung Pagoda is one of the oldest pagodas in Phu Quoc. It is located at the foot of the mountain near the center of Duong Dong. There is no exact information about who and when exactly the pagoda was built. Old-timers talk about two different pagodas, which were called “Sung Nghia” and “Hung Nhan” and were built long before her; then these names merged together, and today the whole thing is called “Sung Hung Pagoda”. According to rumors, it was built at the beginning of the 20th century. The pagoda was restored twice: in 1924 and 1960.
Sung Hung Pagoda has an architecture unique to ancient pagodas. Its doors face north. The pagoda is surrounded by huge trees, and its structure resembles a staircase, which gets higher and higher with every step. It has an impressive triangle-shaped gate leading to the statue of "Avolokitesvara Bodhisattva" (the embodiment of the infinite compassion of all Buddhas or the Goddess of Mercy) located in the middle of the courtyard. Inside is a carefully decorated main hall. The altar of the temple is located in the main hall, in which three Buddhas sit on a dais: Amitabha in the middle, Mahasthamaprapta Bodhisattva on the right and Avolokitesvara Bodhisattva on the left. Behind the statues is Cao Sanh's famous masterpiece, the Flying Dragon.
There are also many other decorations inside the pagoda, such as the "Dai Hong Chung" - a large bell, and many engraved quotes on the philosophy of Chinese Buddhism.
Visiting Sung Hung Pagoda is quite easy as it is located near the center of Duong Dong. Free admission. The pagoda is open to the public from 7.00 to 17.30.

KAU PALACE
One of Phu Coca's most famous attractions is located on the west coast of the island. The palace was erected relatively recently, in 1937, in honor of the goddess of the seas, Thien Hau. It’s worth getting to the palace if only for the picturesque views of the mouth of the Duong Dong River. A special spectacle is in store for those who enter the palace at the end of November (15-16 day of the tenth lunar month according to the Buddhist calendar), when the palace hosts a festival dedicated to Thien Hau.

COCONUT PRISON
Coconut Prison, also known as Phu Coc Prison, is located in An Thoi City. The name “coconut” arose during the Indochina War and the rule of French colonists in Vietnam. At that time there were four sectors in the prison: “A”, “B”, “C” and “D”; the prison is believed to have housed up to 14,000 prisoners. However, at the end of the Indochina War, most of the prisoners returned home under the Geneva Accords.
With the outbreak of the Vietnam War, American troops built a new prison under the same name. The new prison had separate sectors for men, women and the elderly. Over time, another part of the prison was built in 1966, intended for Vietnamese soldiers serving their sentences. In the new part of the prison there were 12 separate sectors. Each sector was divided into four more sectors. The prison was guarded very strictly, surveillance was carried out around the clock.
Nowadays, Coconut Prison has been designated a National Historic Heritage Site since 1986 and now serves as a tour site, providing living evidence of war crimes. Some instruments of torture that were once tested on prisoners are kept here to this day. For example, you can see the “Katso Tiger Cage”, in which the prisoner was in complete darkness for a long time and after being released from this tiger cage, the prisoners most often went blind.

MAGIC WELL
Magic well Giếng Ngự located 2 km from An Thoi. The beautiful landscapes of the lake and the green mountain slopes of the island undoubtedly cause genuine delight among tourists. On the mountain there is a small temple and a throne made of pink stone, known as the “Royal Throne”. When approaching the Magic Well, you can see a stele in the place where the “Royal Sword” entered, and from where a cool spring later gushed out.
The magic well has not only historical, but also mystical significance, which travelers to Phu Kok should not lose sight of. In the 17th century, fleeing from the pursuing troops of Tai-son, King Nguyen and his warriors were exhausted from thirst due to lack of fresh water. To survive, the king had no choice but to raise his sword to the heavens and pray to the Almighty: “If the Almighty still wants to see me as king, then may he send us food and water.” As soon as the king plunged his sword into the ground after this prayer, a stream of clean water began to flow from under the ground to everyone’s amazement.
Choosing Phucoc Island as a refuge to rest and recover from his defeat in the Thai Son rebellion, King Nguyen was able to defeat Ty Son's troops and a few years later take control of the Saigon-Gia Dinh region.

SOURCE TRANG
The 15 km long spring originates in Ham Ninh Mountain and flows through forest thickets, forming waterfalls. Sparkling waterfalls cascading into the green forest undoubtedly complement picturesque landscape, appearing to the astonished gaze of the traveler. Perhaps the very name of the source, the name Tranh (“picture”, “view”) comes from the magnificent view of this source and the surrounding area.
After a 15-minute motorcycle ride from Duong Dong city, you will find yourself on Tranh Alley - ideal location for a picnic. You can take some food with you to rest at the spring, and then go into the forest and watch the birds and other local flora and fauna along the winding paths and rocky steps along the stream. After a long walk, during which you enjoy the singing of birds and the beauty of orchids, you will see Hang Doi Grotto(Bat Grotto), located in the mountains at an altitude of 200 meters. It is home to beautiful stalactites and can become another hospitable place for tourists. And then have a fun walk You can relax by plunging into the cool waters of the spring. The cost of visiting the source is VND 30,000.
And be sure to listen to the story about a mysterious fish weighing 10 kg, caught in the spring by local residents in 2008. This fish has strange dots on its head, making its head resemble a monk's head and its tail like a float on the water. They say that this fish is so rare that local residents have not seen anything like it for a long time. Although one foreign tourist offered $1,000 for the fish, local tourism industry leaders still display it as an exhibit at an exhibition. So, you can look at it for free.

FISHING VILLAGE HAM NINH
Located 20 km northwest of the city of Duong Dong, the fishing village of Ham Ninh is famous for its charming scenery and the calm, measured life of local fishermen.
Initially, the residents of the village of Ham Ninh were engaged only in fishing, but recently tourism and the sale of seafood and souvenirs have become the main source of income for the local population.
When visiting Ham Ninh, travelers get a rare chance to taste refreshing healthy drinks and seafood - such as ginseng and seaweed tincture, tram mushroom (a special island mushroom), and seahorse tincture. And, of course, admire the enchanting sunsets, and before returning home, buy crabs, a bottle of seahorse tincture or shell souvenirs as a gift to family and friends.

DIVING IN THE WATERS OF ANTHOUY ARCHIPELAGO
Archipelago An Thới, located opposite the southern tip of Phu Quoc, is made up of 15 tiny islets, the largest of which is only three kilometers long. A visit to the islands of the archipelago and plunge into the coastal waters is a must for fans of snorkeling and diving, fishing, as well as for those who want to spend time in the image of Robinson Crusoe (small fishing villages are only on the largest of the islands, all the rest are uninhabited). Boats to the islands depart from the pier in the city of An Thoi, but you can always save yourself from searching for the right vessel and book a trip to the archipelago by contacting the hotel administrator. It is important to remember that at the height of the rainy season - from July to September, it is almost impossible to get to the archipelago; boat traffic in Fukuoka is seasonal.

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Phu Quoc is amazing beautiful island in the very south of Vietnam, the largest in the country. In the northern part of the island there are mainly mountains and forests, but South part Fukuoka is better known for its beaches.

Soft sand, clear sea and privacy can be found on almost all the beaches of Fukuoka. So which one should you choose for your holiday? The best option- visit them all! I made a short review of the best beaches on Phu Quoc island. Which one will be first on your list is up to you.

Long Beach

Long Beach in Fukuoka

On the west side of Fukuoka you will find big beach called Long Beach. It is impossible to drive past it, because this is where most of the hotels and resorts on the island are located. The beach on this side stretches for about 5 km, south of the capital of Fukuoka, Dong Dong. You can relax on any beach. They do not belong to hotels, and no one will kick you out.

Ganh Dau Beach

Gan Dau beach in Fukuoka

This beach is located at the top of the island on the northwest coast, if you look at the map of Fukuoka. It is approximately 28 km from Dong Dong. To get to the beach, you need to drive past a Vietnamese village, and you will soon find yourself in a paradise. Silence, tranquility and beauty. There is only one local restaurant on the entire beach, so no one will disturb you from enjoying the sea and peace. By the way, you can eat good seafood in the restaurant.

Bai Sao (Sao Beach)

Bai Sao beach in Fukuoka

On the eastern side of Phu Quoc Island is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Getting to it is a little more difficult than getting to Long Beach. It is best to navigate by map or take a taxi. There are practically no signs on the roads of Fukuoka. Bai Sao is a rather secluded place. There are only a few restaurants and guest houses there, but they are located quite far from each other. If you're looking for a party, Long Beach is the place to go.

Cua Can

Cua Kan beach in Fukuoka

This Phu Quoc beach is not very well known to tourists, although it is located only 8 km north of the town of Duong Dong on the west coast of the island behind a fishing village. You can get there by boat or cross rickety wooden bridges on a bike. The car won't go there.

Bai Thom

Bai Thom beach in Phu Quoc

This Phu Quoc beach may not be as beautiful as Bai Sao, but it has its own unique charm. In addition, there you can have a nude photo shoot or make love right under a palm tree. It's not often that you meet someone there. A completely uninhabited place. This beach is located at the extreme point of the northeast of the island, about 35 km from Dong Dong. The best way to get there is by bike.

Bai Vong Beach

Bai Wong beach in Phu Quoc

Bai Wong is located on east coast Fukuoka is about 8 km from the island's capital, about halfway to Bai Sao Beach. There is also white sand there and generally very beautiful. Several restaurants serving local Vietnamese cuisine are hidden under the palm trees. They serve wonderful fresh seafood and freshly squeezed juices. It is not difficult to get to Bai Wong by bike.

Take a look. With its help, you can decide which beach of the island to start your voyage from.

I am sure that all those who leave for Vietnam from the harsh Russian winters will not only spend all their time viewing and exploring local attractions, but will also want to bask in the sun and swim in the sea on the best beaches of Phu Quoc.

And for those who have already been to this island or are just planning to go, below I have made a brief overview, in my opinion, of all the main beaches.

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#1: Beach Long Beach(Long Beach)

It is located on the western coast of the island washed by the Gulf of Thailand. Since it is located on the southwest coast, from here you will, of course, be able to watch beautiful sunsets, as the sun not only sets below the horizon, but seems to fall into the sea.

The beach extends from Duong Dong and stretches south for almost twenty kilometers. The sand has a yellow tint and is bordered by a grassy edge of the shore, along which rows of coconut palms grow.

The central and northern part is the most best place for relax. There are numerous hotels, cafes and bars along the entire road leading to Duong Dong, where you can have a delicious lunch and a glass of wine. Clean beach, there are a lot of sunbeds, compared to Thailand, it is not crowded here.

The southernmost part of the beach is mostly deserted, with lonely fishing shacks made from palm leaves located in the distance. Little by little, construction is increasingly covering its southern part. So, soon there will be hotels and other developed infrastructure here too.

Bai Sao is not inferior to Long Beach in its significance and beauty. Its length is about two kilometers, and it is located in the southern part of the island, 25 kilometers from the capital Duong Dong. Bai Sao is a fairly secluded beach with soft and white sand - one of the few on the island.

You can not only passively tan on it, but if you prefer whiter leisure, then here you can rent a jet ski, go scrolling or just ride a banana. Also near the beach there are several hotels and restaurants that offer European, Vietnamese or Russian dishes.

Here in the ocean you can see starfish, and if you're lucky, small squid. In the northernmost and southernmost areas of the island, there are places where you will find corals.

Adviсe:

• From May to October the sea in this place is calm, as the winds go to the western part of the island. And from October to May the sea will be rough, especially in the middle of the day.
• Bai Sao is a popular beach and can be crowded at times. But if you are looking for solitude and peace, then come to it either early in the morning or in the evening to admire the amazing sunset.

Bai Ong Lang is located on the west coast of Phu Quoc. It is located between the town of Ganh Dau and Duong Dong. Bai Ong Lang is not continuous, but consists of a series of small sandy beaches separated by ridges of stones.

All recreational areas at the resorts are well maintained and regularly cleaned of debris that washes up on the shore. This is wonderful quiet place, not crowded with tourists, beautiful white sand, with crystal clear water.

There are no shops on this one, so it’s best to buy everything you need in advance and bring it with you. But if you want to drink cocktails or beer, you will find a bar or restaurant next to the hotel. If you are not satisfied with the food here, you can always go to Duong Dong, which is located a 15-minute drive from the beach.

Sometimes a seller walks along the beach and offers to buy you fresh pineapple, mango or watermelon. Sun loungers on this beach can be rented and cost about 50 (VND) VND per day.

#4: Beach Bai Ahem(Bai Khem Beach)

Bai Khem (also known as Kem Beach, Bai Khem, Bai Khem, and also called “Cream Beach”) is another white sandy beach of Phu Quoc, located on the southeast coast south of An Thoi Town) 24 kilometers from Duong Dong.

Bai Khem is a beautiful crescent-shaped beach. Wet white powdery sand creaks pleasantly underfoot. The sea here is calm with a greenish-blue tint. In connection with which it received the name – Emerald Bay.

Although the beach itself is not as large as Long Beach or Bai Sao, it also attracts tourists with its romantic scenery. A fishing village is cozy next to the beach.

There are also bars and restaurants on Khem Beach that offer freshly prepared seafood. By visiting this place, you can buy fresh shrimp, oysters or snails that have just been caught directly from the fishing boats, and then take them to the restaurant, where they will be prepared for you on the spot according to the recipe you have chosen.

Vung Bao is located in the northwest of Phu Quoc Island between Cua Bi Beach in the south and Bai Dai Beach in the north. It offers an excellent view of neighboring island Hong Mong Tai, it has a good place for swimming, as well as for fishing and scrolling.

The sand on the beach is dark yellow and it is relatively clean. During the high season, the sea is calm and the water takes on different shades of blue. The southernmost part of the beach is completely deserted.

Swimming with a mask, you can see a starfish, a shell and, if you're lucky, sea urchins, but be careful not to touch them.

If you like active recreation, then here you can rent a kayak to sail to the nearest Fingernail Island.

Phu Quoc is primarily famous for its beautiful beaches. Their peculiarity is the creaking of fine yellow sand, reminiscent of the crunch of snow. And, of course, the transparent, clean sea. Best beaches Fukuoka are collected in our review especially for you!

Long Beach

Long Beach Phu Quoc

This beach stretches south of the island's capital, Duong Dong, with a length of 5 km. This is where the entire tourist infrastructure is concentrated: hotels, restaurants, cafes, massage parlors, dive centers. Accordingly, it is quite crowded and fun here.

Sao Beach (Bai Sao)

Bai Sao Beach

This beach is renowned for its scenic beauty and seclusion. It is located in the southeastern part of the island. Compared with Long beach- quite wide, as there are only a few guesthouses and cafes here.

Ganh Dau Beach

You can get to this beach by motorbike through a small village, enjoying the local flavor. There is only one seafood restaurant on the beach. It will especially appeal to those who are tired of the hustle and bustle and want deserted tranquility.

Cua can

Cua can Beach

Located on the west coast, 8 km from the capital of the island. Due to the nearby location fishing village the water is cloudy and not very clean. Therefore, this beach is not particularly popular among tourists.

Bai Thom

Bai Thom Beach Phu Quoc

This is a paradise, uninhabited place for lovers. This is where you can arrange a photo shoot for newlyweds, plunge into the sea naked and enjoy each other against the backdrop of a white sandy beach, fluffy palm trees and the sea breeze. Recommended for a honeymoon.

After relaxing on the beautiful sandy beaches islands, you can also remember about active recreation.

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