Phu Quoc Island, a dreamy island with milky beaches
Phu Quoc Island, the largest island in Vietnam, is located in the southwest of the country, situated in the scenic Gulf of Thailand. Nearly half of this gorgeous island is protected as a national park, featuring stunning natural landscapes and rare wildlife, and is famous for its soft white sandy beaches, green jungles and crystal clear water.
Exploring Phu Quoc Island
With its 150-kilometer-long coastline, Phu Quoc Island is surrounded by many beautiful beaches that are renowned for their ice-cream-like soft and fine sand. There is Khem Beach facing the Emerald Bay, Sao Beach, which is known as "Milk Beach" for its white and delicate sand, Rach Vem Beach, which is famous for its abundance of red starfish, and Long Beach, a 20 km-long stretch of beach on the west side of the island, having attracted a number of internationally renowned luxury beachfront resorts. Their infinity pools are an essential feature. When stepping out of the hotel, you can directly take a walk along the beach, and the sunset view is a must-see for tourists. In addition, there is also Sunset Sanato Beach, which has become a big hit in recent years and is known as the "Special-shaped Beach". With a 500-meter-long beach, it not only offers a beautiful sunset, but also features many installations such as giant face statues, long-legged elephants, heavenly stairs, seascape swings, and special-shaped jellyfish, making it a popular spot for netizens to visit.
The longest "360-degree panoramic cross-sea cable car" in the world is built on the island of Phu Quoc. You can embark from the Mediterranean-style Sun Premier Village Primavera, treated to awe-inspiring coastal panoramas along the approximately 8-kilometer journey, which takes about 20 minutes. The destination is Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park on Hon Thom, which has the world's longest wooden roller coaster, a 360-degree rotating observation tower, Aquatopia water park and other facilities that you can't miss on Phu Quoc Island.
VinWonders Phu Quoc on the North Island is the largest theme park in Vietnam, known as the Vietnamese version of Disney, with 6 parks, 12 unique themes, including water parks, outdoor playgrounds and a giant turtle aquarium, and a variety of fantastic, exciting and wonderful attractions and shows. With an area of 380 hectares, Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc is the largest safari park in Vietnam, featuring flora and fauna from all over the world, providing safari rides to observe wild beasts from a close distance, as well as animal performances, animal breeding, and interactive experiences with adorable lemurs. In the surrounding area, there is also the Grand World Phu Quoc, a European-style fantasy city modeled after the Grand Canal of Venice, where you can experience gondolas, teddy bear museums, large-scale live theaters, and water-dance light shows, all offering a wide variety of entertainment from morning to night.
Phu Quoc Island features a number of world-class amusement parks, zoos, and grand resorts, where you can enjoy the sunshine, beaches, water activities, and experience the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam. What's more, don't miss the Phu Quoc Night Market, the largest of its kind in the central part of the island, where you can taste a wide range of local delicacies, such as coconut ice, French bread, and seafood stir-fry! It is worth to note that Phu Quoc Island is the only visa-free zone in Vietnam! STARLUX Airlines reminds you that if you plan to enter other areas of Vietnam, you still need to apply for a visa.
The best travel season
With an average temperature of 23-27 degrees Celsius, Phu Quoc Island has a tropical rainforest climate and is divided into two seasons: the dry season and the rainy season. The best season to visit is from November to April, when the weather is sunny and dry, and the temperature is pleasant for all kinds of outdoor activities and water sports.
City transportation
Public transportation options are limited on Phu Quoc Island, and the main mode of transportation is by Grab, which is reasonably priced and highly convenient. In addition, many hotels and resorts offer free shuttle buses between attractions and the airport, so you can make good use of them.
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FAQ
When can I fly to Phu Quoc Island with a lower fare?
You can plan your trip by taking the reference of the lowest fares found by travelers within the latest 48 hours. Log in as a COSMILE member at the time of ticket purchase to earn mileage upon completing your flight.
How many flights does Starlux fly to and from Phu Quoc Island every week?
STARLUX Airlines offers flights to and from Phu Quoc Island. You can check the detailed flight dates and information via timetable.
How do I get from Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) to the downtown area?
Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) is located approximately 7 kilometers from the downtown area and it takes about 20 minutes by car. It is recommended to take a Grab or free shuttle bus of the hotel to the downtown area.
