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Best Time to Visit Hon Thom Island, Phu Quoc
Hon Thom Island, located in An Thoi archipelago, stands out as one of the prominent tourist destinations in Phu Quoc. Renowned for its modern entertainment facilities, Hon Thom is not only a delightful resort island but also boasts pristine natural landscapes awaiting exploration.
Experience Hon Thom, Phu Quoc Island
When is the Best Time to Visit Hon Thom?
The ideal time to explore Hon Thom Island is during the dry season, typically from November to April of the following year. During this period, the sea is calm, the weather is pleasant, perfect for discovering Hon Thom. Moreover, the crystal-clear waters and colorful coral reefs during the dry season attract thousands of tourists to this destination.
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How to Get to Hon Thom
Traveling by Boat
Boat transportation is the primary mode of travel for locals and independent travelers visiting Phu Quoc.
According to budget travel tips from many tourists, to travel by boat to Hon Thom, you need to purchase tickets at An Thoi port. There are 2 trips per day from An Thoi port to Hon Thom:
- Morning: at 9:30 AM and 11:30 AM
- Afternoon: The boat will depart from Hon Thom to An Thoi port at 1:45 PM, 2:30 PM, and 5:00 PM daily.
The travel time is about 30 minutes, and the ticket price is only 50,000 VND per person per way.
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Traveling from An Thoi port to Hon Thom
Traveling by Cable Car
The cable car is a modern means of transportation to Hon Thom, offering extremely fast travel time, only 15 minutes per trip. Hon Thom Cable Car, owned by Sun Group, holds the Guinness World Record for the longest cable car system. Riding the cable car to Hon Thom, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy panoramic views of An Thoi port from high above, which is truly fascinating.
The cable car ticket price is 300,000 VND per adult round trip and 250,000 VND per child between 1m – 1.4m tall; children under 1m tall ride for free.
Especially, the cable car fare for residents of Kien Giang province is only half of that for foreign tourists or visitors from other provinces and cities. Additionally, when using the cable car, you can also enjoy complimentary services such as freshwater bathing and playing inflatable games on the sea.
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Traveling by cable car to Hon Thom
What to do in Hon Thom, Phu Quoc?
What activities are available in Hon Thom, Phu Quoc? Although tourism in Hon Thom is still under development, there are still various exciting tourist activities for visitors to enjoy such as:
Experience the Sun World Hòn Thơm check-in moment.
Enjoy floating on the sea with inflatable rafts.
Floating on inflatable rafts is a free activity suitable for all ages, especially beloved by children. There are various models of inflatable rafts such as slides and floating houses. When participating, you will be provided with a life jacket and safety equipment. Please avoid bringing sharp objects that may damage the inflatable rafts.
- Ticket Price: Free
Beach Bathing
Swimming at picturesque beaches like Bãi Nồm, Bãi Nam, Bãi Chướng in Hòn Thơm are prominent check-in spots in Phú Quốc. These places will yield stunning photo opportunities for those who enjoy photography and wish to capture beautiful moments during their travels.
- Ticket Price: Free
Coral Diving
Explore the mesmerizing coral reefs at Ky Lan Cape is an exciting activity. Ky Lan Cape is renowned for its crystal-clear waters and lush vegetation, especially the vibrant coral reefs. Diving to admire the coral reefs at Ky Lan Cape, with depths of up to 30m, is ideal for adventurous travelers with the necessary health and diving skills to ensure their safety during the trip.
- Ticket price: starting from 950,000 VND per person
Thrilling water sports on the beach
Participating in activities like sofa pulling canoe, paddleboarding, and parasailing are exhilarating experiences not suitable for children and the faint-hearted when traveling to Ky Lan Cape. You will be provided with protective gear and glide on the sea with a sofa or paddleboard at high speeds under the guidance of the tour guide.
- Ticket price: Approximately 800,000 VND – 1,500,000 VND per person
Parasailing on the sea at Ky Lan Cape
Experience night fishing like a local
Night squid fishing and night fishing for squid are activities you must try when visiting Ky Lan Cape. The locals here make a living by fishing and aquaculture, so to truly become a fisherman at Ky Lan Cape, you definitely cannot miss this activity.
Experience the thrill of squid fishing at night, where patience is key. Waiting for the squid to bite may take a while, but it's incredibly rewarding when you catch those big, beautiful squids and have them prepared fresh on board. This activity is perfect for travelers seeking a peaceful night aboard and a taste of freshly caught seafood.
- The price for a night squid fishing tour is approximately 250,000 VND per person, inclusive of dinner and sunset views on the boat.
What to eat in Hon Thom, Phu Quoc?
When it comes to dining in Phu Quoc, particularly in Hon Thom, seafood is the highlight. It's hard to find anything other than fresh seafood when you visit Hon Thom.
When it comes to seafood in Phu Quoc, you must try steamed crabs, boiled squid, mullet fish salad, grilled razor clams, and grilled sea urchins with scallion oil. These are incredibly delicious seafood dishes that you absolutely must taste.
- Recommended spots: restaurants along the coastline or Buffet Ba Miền Restaurant at Bai Trao, Sunshine Restaurant at Hon Thom Station.
- Price range: from 200,000 VND to 500,000 VND per person or depending on the dish.
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Delicious fresh seafood in Phu Quoc
Where to stay when visiting Hon Thom?
Tourism in Phu Quoc at Hon Thom is still quite pristine and underdeveloped, so there are few hotels or resorts in Hon Thom for you to consider and choose from. However, since the travel time to Hon Thom is only about 15-30 minutes per trip, you can choose hotels in the area near An Thoi port for convenience in transportation.
Some hotels and resorts in An Thoi recommended by Mytour for you to consider are:
- Thanh Vy Hotel (86 Nguyen Truong To) with room rates starting from 400,000 VND per night;
- Phung Hung Boutique Hotel (60-62 Nguyen Van Cu) with room rates starting from 500,000 VND per night;
- My Lan Resort Phu Quoc (located in Bai Sao area) with prices starting from 900,000 VND per night, ...
My Lan Resort Phu Quoc
Additionally, you can book hotels in Phu Quoc in the Duong Dong town area, which is the center of the district and very convenient for traveling to prominent Phu Quoc tourist destinations. Duong Dong town is about 30km from An Thoi port and can be reached by motorbike or taxi in about 30-45 minutes. Hotels in Duong Dong range from 300,000 VND per night depending on the hotel and room type you choose.
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What to prepare when going to Hon Thom?
Most visitors to Hon Thom usually go for a day trip, so packing for Hon Thom is very simple. You only need to prepare 1-2 sets of lightweight clothes suitable for the weather, along with beachwear for fun activities at Hon Thom. Additionally, you should prepare essential items such as:
- Sunglasses, hats, sunscreen to protect your skin, especially for children.
- It's advisable to bring headache medicine, motion sickness pills for use in case you feel seasick on the boat or are not accustomed to the enclosed space in the cable car when traveling to Hon Thom.
- You need to prepare specialized bags to protect electronic devices such as phones, cameras, camcorders, as most activities in Hon Thom involve beach swimming, diving, and water park fun. Specialized bags will protect your personal belongings.
- Bring travel-sized shampoo, shower gel because you may need them after using freshwater showers after swimming, diving.
- Bring some snacks like sausages, canned meat, bread to snack on while enjoying activities at Hon Thom.
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Some tips for traveling to Hon Thom, Phu Quoc
Traveling to Hon Thom is quite simple, but you should also note some small points to make your trip complete:
- When visiting Hon Thom, you don't need to spend too much time on the island, just a day trip is enough, unless you want to night squid fishing on the island.
- The cable car and boat from Hon Thom back to An Thoi port end their last trip at 5:00 PM, so you need to arrange your time properly to avoid missing the trip.
- Minimize the items you bring as much as possible to have a lightweight travel experience.
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The article above has summarized the A-Z travel experiences of Hon Thom Island, Phu Quoc for your reference. If you're not confident in your ability to travel independently, consider choosing the best-priced Phu Quoc tour at Mytour for a meaningful and budget-friendly vacation!
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