Discover the 12 Most Stunning Beaches You Must Visit Before Turning 30

Pirate Island located in Tien Hai commune, Ha Tien district, Kiên Giang province is an archipelago consisting of 16 islands, the largest of which is Hon Tre (Hon Doc) located about 40 km from Phu Quoc Island. Pirate Island got its unusual name because it was once notorious for many incredibly mysterious stories related to piracy. Perhaps it is because of this that people here have named it Pirate Island until now.

Attractions of Pirate Island:

• Its uniquely named identity: 'Pirate'
• The beauty of white sand, blue sea, golden sun, along with many legends of pirates that have been closely associated with the history of this land is a very special attraction for every visitor coming here.
• The sweet water snail clusters, where in just under 15 minutes, tourists can gather enough snails to cook deliciously spicy buttered snails, a tantalizing dish from the island's residents.
• Tourists can prepare camping tents to camp on the island in the evening.

Best Time to Visit Pirate Island:

To fully admire the scenery here, you should visit Pirate Island from December to April because during this time, there are fewer storms, calm waves, and clear blue water. Besides, you should also note that you should not visit during the period from April to November as it is also the time of rain and storms.

Directions from Saigon to Ha Tien:

• If traveling by bus, you can buy tickets at the Western bus station or buy tickets from bus companies running routes from Ho Chi Minh City to Ha Tien at prices ranging from 170,000 to 200,000 VND.
• If traveling by personal vehicle, you can move along the following 2 routes:

HCMC - National Highway 1 to the West – My Thuan Bridge, turn right onto National Highway 80 towards Sa Dec – cross Vam Cong ferry – follow National Highway 91 – Chau Doc – along Vinh Te canal – Ha Tien.

From HCMC, drive along National Highway 1 – to the Long An area, turn right onto National Highway 62 (direction to Binh Hiep border gate, Moc Hoa) – drive along the Vietnam - Cambodia border road to Hong Ngu, Tan Chau, Chau Doc – finally arriving at Ha Tien.

Directions from Ha Tien to Pirate Island:
The only way to get to Pirate Island is by boat, which takes about 1 hour. Boat tickets cost around 36,000 VND, with an additional 15,000 VND if accompanied by a vehicle. Currently, there is only one boat departing from the pier in Ha Tien to the island each day. The boat will depart at 9:30 in the morning and return to the mainland at 3 in the afternoon.

Ly Son Island is the only island district in Quang Ngai province, located about 24 km northeast of the mainland. This place is evaluated as an island with pristine beauty but full of allure, situated amidst the vast sea. Ly Son Island not only captivates people with its stunning scenery but also is suitable for those who love diving.

Attractions of Ly Son Island:

• It gathers all the natural beauties, with stunning beaches stretching endlessly in deep blue, and hundreds-year-old ancient houses.
• Many historical and cultural relics, unique traditional festivals, and valuable documents about the sovereignty of the country over the Hoang Sa and Truong Sa archipelagos.
• Extremely attractive and diverse cuisine

Best Time to Visit Ly Son Island:

• In summer, from June to September, this is a time with relatively good weather and sunshine, very suitable for beach activities.
• The garlic season on Ly Son starts to be planted in September and harvested around early December, however, you should note that this is also the time when storms occur.
• The Hoang Sa Soldier Commemoration Ceremony takes place on the 18th, 19th, and 20th of March (lunar calendar). When visiting the island during this time, you can learn more about this special festival.

Travel Directions:
1. Travel from some provinces to Quang Ngai
By plane:

• In Quang Ngai, the nearest airport to travel to Ly Son Island is Chu Lai airport
• In Ho Chi Minh City, you can take a flight to Chu Lai, then you have to travel by car to Sa Ky port. The distance from Chu Lai airport to Sa Ky port is 50km

By bus: From Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi, there are many high-quality buses passing through Quang Ngai. Therefore, you can choose to travel by bus with round-trip tickets for the afternoon from Ho Chi Minh City - Quang Ngai and vice versa (ticket prices depend on the bus company and the time of ticket purchase)

By train: On average, there are 5 North-South trains departing from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City and stopping in Quang Ngai. Therefore, you can choose to travel by train for safety and reasonable prices.

2. Travel to Ly Son Island

After arriving in Quang Ngai city, you can take a taxi to Sa Ky port about 20km away. Or to save money, you can choose to travel by bus with route number 03 from Quang Ngai bus station - Sa Ky port.

Every day from Sa Ky port to Ly Son, there is only one high-speed boat trip to the island. The boat runs at fixed times every day at 7:30 am and 3:00 pm, however, during the tourist season, there is a boat trip to the island every hour.

About more than an hour's drive from Phan Thiet city, Ke Ga Cape is truly irresistibly attractive to those who love majestic and pristine beauty. This is a place famous for its cool blue sea, the mountains covered with white sand creating beautiful highlights for the scenery at Ke Ga Cape.

Attractions of Ke Ga Cape

• It synthesizes many shades of green: the green of mangroves, sea lettuce, and wild pineapple, the blue of the sea blending with the blue of the sky
• Ke Ga Cape impresses tourists strongly with a rocky beach with large rock slabs 'exposed' like 'deploying troops'
• There is a towering lighthouse, standing tall against the deep blue sky

Best Time to Visit Ke Ga Cape

• Visitors can come here in any season, however, should avoid the end of June and early July as this is the season of blooming algae or also known as red tide. This phenomenon changes the color of the sea and comes with an unpleasant smell, so it is not suitable for swimming and relaxing at the beach.
• This is truly a suitable destination for Saigon backpackers looking for a change of scenery on weekends. If you like backpacking, you can go on Saturday morning and return on Sunday evening to experience all the scenery here.

Travel Directions:
By motorcycle

• Along National Highway 1 to Phan Thiet, across Phan River toll station, turn right to Nhum stream, then turn right to Ke Ga Cape.
• If you are from Ho Chi Minh City, just follow National Highway 51 to Vung Tau, across Ba Ria town then turn left to Binh Chau, go straight to Ke Ga Cape.
• In addition, you can go along the road to Phan Thiet then to Suoi Cat tourist area, to the intersection and go to Binh Chau, to Ho Coc (belonging to Ba Ria - Vung Tau), then follow National Highway 1 to Takú eco-tourism area intersection, turn right to the tourist area.

By train: This is considered a safe and convenient means of transportation for you to travel to Ke Ga Cape, you can refer to the schedule and ticket prices at Saigon station, the stop will be Muong Man station or Phan Thiet station, you can take a taxi to Ke Ga Cape.

By bus: This is the most convenient means of transportation for you. You should buy tickets on the route from Ho Chi Minh City to Phan Thiet, after arriving at Suoi Cat, take the bus to Ham Lam or take a taxi to Ke Ga Cape.

Cu Lao Cham belongs to Tan Hiep, Hoi An, Quang Nam, located 15 km from Cua Dai beach. This place consists of 8 islands: Hon Lao, Dai, Mo, Con, Me, Tai, La, Ong. Although still considered a raw gem, Cu Lao Cham has become an extremely attractive tourist destination for many domestic and foreign tourists every time they come to Hoi An. This is also considered a must-visit destination before the age of 30.

Attractions of Cu Lao Cham:

• You can join the bustling fish market with crowded boats buying and selling early in the morning
• You can choose for yourself a two-person travel tent to enjoy an exciting night with the vast sea and cool breeze
  
• Enjoy extremely delicious seafood dishes

Best Time to Visit Cu Lao Cham:

• The best time for a visit is from March to August every year. During this time, the weather is warm, the sun is golden, and the sea is very calm. This also means that you should not go in other months because of storms, rough seas, and the island will become an isolated area.
• If you want to combine your trip with lantern viewing in Hoi An ancient town, you should go on the full moon days of the lunar month.
• If you want to participate in the cultural and religious rituals of the islanders, you can choose to go during festivals such as: Fish Praying Festival (3rd-4th of April lunar calendar) or Yen's Ancestor Worship Festival (9th-10th of March lunar calendar).

Travel Directions:

1. Travel to Hoi An
By plane: Although Hoi An belongs to Quang Nam, the nearest airport is in Da Nang. Currently, airlines such as Vietnam Airlines, Vietjetair, Jetstar all operate routes from Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi to Da Nang.

By train: From Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, there are train routes to Da Nang (North - South route). It may take about 14 - 20 hours to travel from these two cities to Da Nang by train.

By bus: You can take buses like Hoang Long, Hlink, Thuan Thao, Mai Linh. It may take about 18 - 20 hours from Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang.

• If traveling from Hanoi, you can choose to stop at Tam Ky station (Quang Nam), where you will take a bus to Hoi An.
• If departing from Ho Chi Minh City, you can take a bus to the North or Da Nang, passing through and stopping at Hoi An.

2. Travel to Cu Lao Cham

• Speedboat: It will take about 20 minutes to travel. Departure time is from 8 am to 10:30 am daily.
• Wooden boat: You should go to Bach Dang pier at 7 am or Cua Dai at 8 am daily to buy tickets.

Mong Tay Islet is a location situated in the northern part of Phu Quoc Island, nestled between the famous Ba Lua archipelago and Pirate Island. Here, it seems to still retain the pristine beauty that nature bestowed from the beginning - a perfect natural beauty, untouched and undisputed by humans. Therefore, Mong Tay Islet is also a destination not to be missed when traveling to Phu Quoc and definitely a must-visit before the age of 30.

Attractions of Mong Tay Islet:

• Here, the emerald green color shines on the coconut groves, stretching along with large and small rocks arranged by the hands of nature combined with fine sand, extremely smooth and soft, giving us an extremely poetic scene
• Whether traveling alone, with family, or camping with friends, Mong Tay Islet is ideal for all
• Enjoy freely swimming in the clear blue water and diving to admire the coral reefs
• Mong Tay Islet has many legends that are increasingly interesting to hear, especially when told by the locals here

Best Time to Visit Mong Tay Islet:The best time to explore Mong Tay Islet is considered from October to the end of September of the following year. However, due to Phu Quoc's cool climate and mild weather, you can check in at Mong Tay Islet at any time of the year!

Travel Directions:

• From Saigon, you can travel by bus or book a flight to Phu Quoc. If traveling by bus, you can choose Phuong Trang or Kumho buses to go to Ha Tien.
• After arriving at Ha Tien bus station, shuttle buses will take you to Ha Tien pier. Here you can choose Superdong or Ngoc Thanh high-speed boats to Phu Quoc Island.
• When you arrive in Phu Quoc, you can take a motorbike taxi to Duong Dong town. If traveling in a large group, it's best to rent a convenient and economical tourist car.
• Then, you can rent a canoe service to travel to the island. It's best to rent a type of canoe for independent tourism here.

Binh Tien is located on the border between two provinces, Ninh Thuan and Khanh Hoa, near Cam Ranh Bay, with the Nui Chua mountain range in Ninh Thuan Province above it. The three sides of Binh Tien Sea are surrounded by lush green forests and rocky mountains, so the sea surface is quite calm with long stretches of white sand, clear blue sea, and relatively clean. When setting foot here, the first impression of tourists is a beautiful, pristine, and tranquil Binh Tien. This is also considered a beach that must be visited before the age of 30.

Attractions of Binh Tien:

• Because it is surrounded by rocky mountains, the Binh Tien Sea has gentle waves, not fierce, very peaceful
• Many rocky beaches are stacked on top of each other into large unique shapes, smooth and polished by the erosion of the sea, making the scenery even more unique, a characteristic feature of Ninh Thuan sea
• Tourists can rent or borrow fishing rods from fishermen at Binh Tien beach and then climb up high rock cliffs to fish

Best Time to Travel to Binh Tien:
The weather and climate in Binh Tien are quite favorable for tourism, so you can take a trip to Binh Tien beach at any time of the year. However, experienced travelers to Binh Tien have shared that: Because it is a beach tourism area, from April to June is considered the ideal time to travel to Binh Tien beach in the year. At this time, the weather becomes hot, suitable for swimming and bathing in the sea.

Travel Directions:

• From the center of Phan Rang Thap Cham city, you will go in the direction of National Highway 1A (towards Nha Trang)
• When you reach KM 1,525 (near the border area between Ninh Thuan and Khanh Hoa), turn right towards Nui Chua National Park
  
• Continue on to the Nui Chua National Park management office, where you will see a junction
• Then, turn left to go to Binh Tien beach

Dinh Cape is located about 30 km south of the center of Phan Rang - Thap Cham city. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to admire the pristine beauty of this land not only with sun and wind. When you come to Dinh Cape, you can swim, climb the lighthouse, cross the sandy desert, experience off-road driving on the sand, visit the picturesque sheep fields, it's really amazing, isn't it!

Attractions of Dinh Cape:

• Explore the picturesque sheep fields like green prairies
• Admire the high mountain ranges connected in a long stretch
• In the distance is the fishing village of Tu Thien, Son Hai faintly at the foot of the hill is the vast sandy desert
• The image of beautiful winding roads will make you feel extremely excited
• Trang Beach is a place where you feel peaceful, immerse yourself in the sea, camp, and admire the beautiful sunrise.
• Dinh Cape lighthouse is also a place you must visit when you come here

Best Time to Travel to Dinh Cape:

Travelers can come here at any time of the year. However, from April to June is the suitable time to enjoy the lively summer on the beach.

Travel Directions:

• Starting from Ho Chi Minh City, you will choose to travel to Phan Rang by passenger car (Passenger cars usually travel around 11 pm with bus companies such as: Lien Thanh, Phuong Trang, Thien Tri, Hoang Anh…)
• Then, arrive in Phan Rang and rent a motorbike to explore Dinh Cape
• You move about 15 km along National Highway 1A to Van Lam Cham village, then turn left, cross the Lang Khoang flat area about 8 km to reach the Dai Bang mountain. Then, go another 7 km to Son Hai, from here go straight into the desert by motorcycle or leave the motorcycle at a local house, then walk to Dinh Cape about 1 km away

Cô Tô Island is an archipelago consisting of about 50 islands located east of Quang Ninh province. It has become one of the most attractive tourist destinations with its gentle, lush beauty and pristine charm. The sea here is always a vibrant shade of blue, with fine, smooth white sand stretching as far as the eye can see. Anyone who has been here cannot forget the exhilarating feeling of immersing themselves in the clear water at beaches like Hong Van, Van Chay, and Tai Van. It's safe to say that this is a must-visit destination before turning 30.

Attractions of Cô Tô Island:

• The tree-lined paths offer a romantic setting for couples to stroll along the beach. It's also a great spot for entertainment and beachside barbecues.
• The scenic beauty of Cau My Stone Beach on Cô Tô Island is perfect for capturing timeless photos and creating a unique wedding album.
• Love Beach, also known as Central Beach, offers a stunning sunset view.
  
• Delicious local specialties include Móng Tay snails, razor clams, and more.

Best Time to Visit Cô Tô Island:

The best time to visit Cô Tô Island is during the summer, from April to September. This is the perfect time to fully experience the dreamy beauty of Cô Tô Island.

How to Get There:
As Cô Tô is a small archipelago off the coast of Quang Ninh, not within Halong Bay, getting there requires a journey with 3 stages:

Stage 1: Travel from Hanoi to Quang Ninh and get off at Cẩm Phả Town

• Take a bus from My Dinh or Luong Yen bus stations
• Recommended bus companies include Kumho Viet Thanh (available at My Dinh station), Phuc Xuyen, or Kalong
• You can also take the resort's shuttle bus from Kim Ma Theater at 7 a.m., which goes directly to the port

Stage 2: Transfer from downtown Cẩm Phả to Cai Rong Port

• Option 1: Get off at Cẩm Phả bus station and take a taxi to Cai Rong Port
• Option 2: Take a local bus on the national highway, at the intersection leading to Cai Rong
• Upon reaching Cai Rong, board the ferry to Cô Tô Island

Stage 3: Take a ferry from Cai Rong to Cô Tô Island

• You can opt for a wooden boat, which takes about 4 hours
• Or choose a high-speed boat, which only takes 2 hours

Coco Beach Camp is located about 160km from Saigon, making it a relatively new and pristine camping site that many people are starting to discover. However, when you arrive here, you'll experience moments of relaxation, enjoying the fresh air and stunning natural scenery, which are absolutely wonderful. And of course, before turning 30, you must visit this place.

Attractions of Coco Beach Camp:

• Engage in exciting beach activities like banana boat rides, paddleboarding, and more.
• Delicious food, seafood, and fresh fish prepared with rich flavors
• Experience the thrill of sleeping in a tent at Coco Beach Camp
• The environmental conservation efforts of Coco Beach Camp are remarkable, with clear signs everywhere urging visitors not to litter, and the white sandy beaches are kept impeccably clean

Best Time to Visit Coco Beach Camp:

The period from January to May, when Binh Thuan enters the dry season, the sea becomes calm and clear, making it an ideal time for beach trips and especially for camping. However, from September to December, it doesn't always rain; you should check the weather for the best trip possible.

How to Get There:

• Motorcycle: Drive along National Highway 55, heading from Ba Ria to Lagi. At the Cam Binh intersection, turn right. After a stretch from Cam Binh Beach, you'll reach Le Minh Cong Street. Follow that road for about 700 meters, and you'll arrive at Coco Beach Camp.
• Bus and Coach: Take the Saigon – Phan Thiet route and get off at Lagi, then take a local bus or motorbike taxi to Coco Beach Camp.

Alongside the aforementioned destinations, you can also venture to Ca Na Beach. Ca Na Beach is known as one of the most picturesque beaches in Ninh Thuan, perfect for short leisure trips. Located in Thuan Nam district, Ninh Thuan province, it's 32km south of Phan Rang – Thap Cham city. The scenery here will help you capture unforgettable memories. Ca Na Beach will help you relieve stress and immerse yourself in peace and nature. It's home to rare marine creatures in the ocean depths, including various colorful fish and corals, making coral watching here fascinating.

Attractions at Ca Na Beach:

• Aside from swimming, you can also experience snorkeling activities at Ca Na Beach.
• Ca Na Beach also offers a selection of eateries and restaurants serving typical dishes from Ninh Thuan, providing a blend of familiar and exotic flavors.
• The travel expenses in Ninh Thuan are reasonable and diverse, suitable for various types of tourists.

The best time to visit Ca Na Beach is during the dry season in the early months of the year to avoid rain.

How to Get There:

• Motorcycle
• If traveling by bus from Ho Chi Minh City, it takes about 6 – 7 hours to reach Phan Rang city. From there, you have several options to get to Ca Na Beach, such as motorbike, renting a car, or taking bus route 3.
• Some bus companies from Saigon to Phan Rang you can consider:
  • Hoang Nhan Bus: Ticket price ranges from 130,000 – 180,000 VND/one-way/bed.
  • Thanh Van Bus: Ticket price ranges from 140,000 – 190,000 VND/one-way/bed.
• By Train

Another must-visit stop when traveling to Nha Trang is Hon Mun Island. This island is located south of Hon Tre Island – Vinh Nguyen and Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province. Hon Mun has been a familiar name to tourists visiting Nha Trang for many years. With its blue sea, white sand, magnificent natural scenery, and many exciting experiences, Hon Mun Island has become an intriguing destination, especially for photography enthusiasts. Visitors to Hon Mun Island will explore the enchanting and mysterious beauty of Nha Trang's nature.

Attractions of Hon Mun Island:

• Nature has endowed Hon Mun Island with a stunning location.
• It is a land of sun, wind, white sand, blue sea, and wild mountains and hills.
• There are many well-equipped resorts around the beach area, meeting all the criteria for a wonderful vacation.
• Aside from swimming, you can also indulge in admiring the beautiful coral reefs hidden beneath the water.
• Visitors to Hon Mun Island can also enjoy delicious dishes made from a variety of fresh seafood at reasonable prices.

The best time to visit is from July to September, especially in August.

How to Get There:

• Hon Mun is 10km from Cau Da Port and takes about 45 minutes by boat. At the port area, you can find many boats and canoes to Hon Mun with the following reference prices:
• To Hon Mun by canoe: 300,000 VND/one-way
• To Hon Mun by boat: 250,000 VND/one-way

Sao Beach is one of the most stunning beaches you should visit before turning 30. This beach is rated as the most beautiful beach in Phu Quoc. Sao Beach is located in Bai Sao hamlet, An Thoi Town, Phu Quoc District, Kien Giang Province, with a convenient location for transportation on spacious and safe roads. This destination meets all the criteria of blue sea, white sand, and golden sunshine that many tourists anticipate. Perhaps that's why Sao Beach is a favorite tourist spot for couples, families, or anyone seeking privacy and tranquility for relaxation.

Attractions of Sao Beach:

• Sao Beach boasts extremely fine and pure white sand, as smooth as cream.
• Notably, Sao Beach features crystal-clear, refreshing seawater, leaving a lasting impression on tourists from their first visit.
• In addition to swimming and taking Instagram-worthy photos, at Sao Beach, you can also experience various exciting activities. Some popular activities chosen by many tourists include parasailing, jet skiing, and banana boat rides.

The ideal time to visit Sao Beach is from around June to October.

How to Get There:

• From Phu Quoc International Airport (Group 2, Duong To Hamlet, Phu Quoc District, Kien Giang Province) to Sao Beach: Airport roundabout (turn left) – Phu Quoc Highway – turn right onto Nguyen Van Cu – at the intersection, turn towards Xuan Hien Resort (Sea Pearl Resort Phu Quoc) – head towards My Lan Hotel and Restaurant.
• From Thanh Thoi Ferry Terminal (Bai Vong, Ham Ninh, Phu Quoc District, Kien Giang Province) to Sao Beach: Move towards Bai Vong tourist area – Bai Vong roundabout – Highway 48 – turn left onto Nguyen Van Cu (national highway DT46) – at the intersection, turn towards Xuan Hien Resort (Sea Pearl Resort Phu Quoc) – head towards My Lan Hotel and Restaurant.