Hidden Gem: Fishing Village near Ganh Da Dia, Phu Yen

An Hai Fishing Village is perfect for those seeking a break from the relentless city sun, providing a relaxing retreat after long, tiring workdays.

Little-known An Hai Fishing Village near Ganh Da Dia in Phu Yen

Situated 25 km north of Tuy Hoa City, An Hai Fishing Village in Phuoc Dong Hamlet, An Hai Commune, Tuy An District (Phu Yen) boasts a gently sloping beach due to its fishing port. Despite the slope, you can still enjoy a shore-side swim. With its pristine beauty and crystal-clear water, you may spot schools of colorful fish and seaweed beneath the surface.

From An Hai Fishing Village, explore famous landmarks in Phu Yen like Ganh Da Dia (approximately 15 km away) and the picturesque hill featured in the movie 'I See Yellow Flowers on Green Grass' at Bai Xep (around 8 km away).

Alongside Ireland, Spain, and Scotland, Ganh Da Dia in Phu Yen, Vietnam, is considered one of the most fascinating natural phenomena. The cylindrical rock formations, seemingly crafted by human hands, are a marvelous gift of nature to the land of Phu Yen.

Best Times to Explore Ganh Da Dia are early morning (7 am to around 10 am) or late afternoon (1 pm to around 4 pm). This is when the weather is cool, and the gentle sunlight allows you to stroll comfortably and capture beautiful photos.

The fish market at An Hai Fishing Village operates from around 5 am to 7:30 am. If you want to savor fresh seafood just caught from the sea, it's advisable to wake up early.

The fish market isn't overly crowded as the main buyers are local households and some traders who come to purchase seafood for redistribution to restaurants. Take a leisurely walk along the beach, enjoy the morning breeze, and then you can stop by to buy some seafood to bring back to your homestay for preparation.

Since the seafood is bought directly from the market, it's always fresh. Locals often steam it and then dip it in a unique sauce made by the fishermen of the fishing village. What could be better than savoring a delicious seafood meal by the lively seaside?

Itinerary Suggestions

If you're departing from Ho Chi Minh City, you can take a sleeper bus with a ticket price of around 220,000 VND per person one way to Tuy Hoa City, Phu Yen. From there, you can take a taxi or motorbike taxi (xe om) to Phuoc Dong Hamlet, An Hai Commune, Tuy An District, Phu Yen.

Common local transportation options suitable for tourists: taxis (13,200 VND/km), motorbikes.

Homestay prices in An Hai are around 300,000 VND per double room. If traveling with friends or family, you can opt for a dorm (shared room) to save on costs.

Prices of goods in Phu Yen, in general, and An Hai, in particular, are quite affordable. However, it's advisable to inquire about prices before using services here.

Source: Phan Ngan/Vnexpress

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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour