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With no local accommodations available, travelers are encouraged to bring tents, organize campfires, and go crab hunting for a beachside barbecue feast right at the shores of Hon Nua.
Explore Phu Yen with a One-Day Camping Trip on the Untouched Hon Nua Island
Hon Nua is situated at the base of Ca Pass, in the border region between Phu Yen and Khanh Hoa, boasting a peak height of 105 meters above sea level. When visiting Hon Nua with a large group, consider staying overnight to have campfires, enjoy grilled seafood, and experience the tranquil nighttime seaside atmosphere.
Transportation Options
From Hanoi to Tuy Hoa, Phu Yen, travelers can opt for sleeper buses operated by companies such as Hoang Long, Hien Phuoc, priced between 630,000 and 690,000 VND per person for a sleeper berth ticket.
From Ho Chi Minh City, you can either ride a motorbike or catch a bus at Mien Dong Bus Station to Tuy Hoa or Nha Trang, then rent a motorbike to reach the foot of Ca Pass. The bus fare is approximately 200,000 – 250,000 dong per person for a sleeper berth ticket.
Traveling from Tuy Hoa is closer, but if you're coming from Nha Trang, consider a scenic 85 km motorbike journey to Dai Lanh. At the foot of Dai Lanh Bridge (underneath Ca Pass), park your motorbike and rent a boat to Hon Nua, a journey taking roughly 30 minutes. The boat rental for 10 – 12 people costs 500,000 dong, while individual fares are 100,000 dong per person. Life jackets and snorkeling gear are provided on the boat.
Additionally, travelers can purchase seafood directly from these boat owners at affordable prices.
Dining Options
There are no accommodations on the island. It is advisable to buy supplies from the port and remember to bring along necessary utensils such as grills, lighters, pots… for self-service.
Activities and Sightseeing
On the island, there's a lighthouse station and a border patrol post. Visitors to the island usually make day trips and staying overnight doesn't require prior permission.
The island features a beautiful beach with clear blue water, perfect for camping.
Accompanying the lighthouse guards, you'll be guided to explore Hon Nua lighthouse and admire the breathtaking panoramic view of the endless blue sea surrounding the island. These guards are also hospitable hosts, as there aren't many visitors staying on the island.
The boundary marker, dividing Phu Yen and Khanh Hoa, is also an interesting spot for people to visit and take photos.
Located on the northern side of Hon Nua are towering cliffs rising directly from the sea, creating a stunning sight. These colossal cliffs, with their rugged surfaces, provide a mystical feeling. As you climb higher, you'll discover more beautiful spots to admire the sea.
In the rock crevices by the sea, there are plenty of limpets and sea snails. You can borrow nets from the border guards to catch them. During the day, the snails are small, but at night, they grow larger. You can also arrange with the boat owner to catch and buy them at 25,000 Vietnamese dong per kilogram.
In the evening, enjoy a beachside barbecue feast grilling limpets and sea snails over a campfire. You can also catch some crabs to grill, although they may be scarce and dry, they taste remarkably sweet. Upon returning, you can ask the boat owner to take you on a tour around the island to explore the swallow caves and the towering rocky promontory.
As reported by Ngoisao.net
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Reference: Travel guide by Mytour
MytourSeptember 25, 2015
