Phu Quoc Island, nestled in the Gulf of Thailand within Kien Giang province, stands as Vietnam's largest island. It's celebrated for its crystal-clear ocean, tranquil streams, and distinctive seafood offerings.
Essential Guide to Phu Quoc Travel
In the southern waters of the nation, Phu Quoc, the pearl island, ranks among the finest destinations for tourism and relaxation. Visitors can indulge in the deep blue sea, breathe the clean sea breeze, find serenity at Tranh stream, and relish fresh seafood.
Best Time to Visit Phu Quoc?
Phu Quoc experiences a tropical monsoon climate with a distinct dry season from November to April and a wet season from May to October. With an average annual temperature of about 28°C, it offers a comfortable climate throughout the year.

How to get to Phu Quoc? Two main ways: by air or a combination of road and sea travel.
To save time, air travel is recommended. Direct flights to Phu Quoc are available from Noi Bai (Hanoi), Tan Son Nhat (Ho Chi Minh City), and Can Tho airports. Opt for midday flights for convenient hotel check-ins.
For road and sea, book a 45-seat bus leaving around 10 PM to arrive in Kien Giang by 5 AM, then transfer to a ferry. High-speed ferries to Phu Quoc leave at 8 AM and 1 PM, with tickets available near the ferry terminals.
Motorbike rentals are an option for island exploration, costing between 120,000 – 150,000 VND per day (excluding fuel).
Where to stay in Phu Quoc?
International visitors and relaxation-seekers often choose resorts along Tran Hung Dao street, known for the most beautiful beaches. For more affordable and entertainment-close accommodations, consider hotels on Nguyen Trung Truc, Bach Dang, 30/4 streets.
Accommodations in Duong Dong town vary from luxurious resorts to budget-friendly hotels, with Phu Quoc hotel room prices starting from 278,000 VND per night on Mytour.
What to explore in Phu Quoc?

Duong Dong, the heart of Phu Quoc, is known for its bustling markets, vibrant night markets at Dinh Cau, and resorts along Tran Hung Dao street, not to mention popular beaches like Dai and Ong Lang.
Northern Phu Quoc offers lush virgin forests, rich biodiversity, and secluded beaches. Attractions include the pepper garden, Da Ban stream, Duong Dong lake, the primeval national forest, Ganh Dau cape, and Nguyen Trung Truc temple.
Eastern Phu Quoc is perfect for those seeking tranquility, with affordable seafood at Ham Ninh fishing village, Tranh stream, and the bat cave.
Southern Phu Quoc is a must-visit with Dai beach, the pearl farm, Phu Quoc prison, fish sauce factory, Sao beach, An Thoi port, and the An Thoi archipelago.
What culinary delights to enjoy in Phu Quoc?
Phu Quoc captivates visitors with its rich seafood and unique local delicacies, including herring salad, scallops, Ham Ninh crabs, Tram mushrooms, sea urchins, and barracuda. Recommended dining spots are Quoc Anh, Zen restaurant, Gio Bien restaurant, and Viet Xua restaurant. Don't miss other specialties like coconut-steamed shrimp, green mango seafood salad, and crispy salted egg squid.

What special souvenirs to buy in Phu Quoc?
In Phu Quoc, sought-after souvenirs include sea cucumbers for wine soaking, dried Tram mushrooms, sim fruit for medicinal wine. Phu Quoc's fish sauce, especially from Khai Hoan fish sauce factory, is a popular choice. You can purchase it directly or order for delivery.
Duong Dong market is a treasure trove of dried fish, squid, sim wine, and the renowned Phu Quoc pepper. Visit Duc Ninh pepper garden on your way to Ham Ninh for ripe black pepper priced at 200,000 VND/kg and pepper corns at 260,000 VND/kg.
Compiled by Nhu Y
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
MytourOctober 3, 2015