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If you adore a tranquil setting harmonized with the simple, humble beauty of life, then embarking on a journey to explore Banana Island would be incredibly ideal for you.
Discovering Banana Island – the untouched and rustic charm of the Cà Mau cape region
Banana Island is located in Song Doc town, Tran Van Thoi district, Ca Mau province, 32km westward from the mainland, with an area of approximately 7 square kilometers. Its highest point is nearly 170 meters above sea level. Banana Island is one of the strategically important islands in the southwest of the country; it is one of the 5 islands of the 'Youth Island Construction Project' (phase 2013 – 2020) approved by the Prime Minister and the Government.
Traveling to Cà Mau
To get to Cà Mau, you can choose one of the following means of transportation:
– Airplane: Typically, those traveling from the North or Central regions opt for this mode of transportation to shorten travel time. To save costs, avoid peak tourist seasons and holidays, Tet. You can check for good airfare from provinces and cities within the country to Cà Mau here.
– Coach: There are many trips and companies for you to choose from. Inter-provincial coaches now also offer high-class sleeper and limousine lines, ensuring comfort and convenience. However, if you are prone to motion sickness, make sure to eat and take medicine before starting your journey. For those traveling from the North or Central regions, to save time, you can fly to Ho Chi Minh City and then take a coach from here to Cà Mau. Some coach companies from Ho Chi Minh City to Cà Mau for your reference are as follows:
- Ngoc Anh Bus Company – Tel: 1900 272 708 – Ticket Price: 290,000 VND.
- Giap Diep Bus Company – Tel: 0964 202 094 – Ticket Price: 240,000 VND – 360,000 VND.
- My Hang Bus Company – Tel: 0978 914 895 – Ticket Price: 140,000 VND.
- Van Thuan Bus Company – Tel: 0984 908 888 – Ticket Price: 180,000 VND.
– Self-driving (car, motorcycle): You can explore Cà Mau by motorcycle or car to ensure comfort, freedom, and the ability to stop anywhere for check-ins. Therefore, you may consider this mode of transportation if you ensure good health and road familiarity.
Traveling to Banana Island
After arriving in Cà Mau city, you need to take a boat to Banana Island. Compared to other islands in the area such as Tho Chu Island, Hon Khoai Island, Nam Du Island, and Hon Doc Island, getting to Banana Island will be slightly more challenging. Currently, Banana Island does not have a tourist boat route, you can only go by boats of the border guards or fishing boats. The cost of boat travel depends on the time, if you are able to get a ride with the border guards, it will be more economical. For large groups, you should charter a boat or fishing boat for savings. Additionally, make sure to wear a life jacket, bring a waterproof bag for your phone, wallet, to avoid accidents while traveling.
Scenery at Banana Island
Banana Island has three cliffs: Nam Cliff, Chương Cliff, and Nồm Cliff. From September to March of the lunar calendar, people live at Nam Cliff to avoid the strong winds. Conversely, from March to September of the lunar calendar, the community moves to Chương Cliff to escape the southwest monsoon. The time for moving houses is during the transitional seasons, when neither of the two winds has risen, both sides of the island are calm. Although Banana Island does not boast many beautiful scenes and riches like other islands, it is a place full of warm and sincere military stories.
Until now, Banana Island still remains untouched and mysterious, with towering cliffs and dense primeval forests. The most abundant type of tree here is wild banana, hence the island's name 'Banana Island'.
Here you can enjoy freshly caught seafood brought by local fishermen, you can buy and ask locals to process, or you can buy them as gifts for family and friends.
According to Mytour
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Reference: Travel Guide from Mytour
MytourApril 13, 2023
