Ho Tram Vung Tau: Seafood Paradise and Check-in

Ho Tram Travel Experience

Vung Tau Travel Destination

Ho Tram is located in Xuyen Moc district, Ba Ria - Vung Tau province. It is a coastal strip between Binh Chau and Long Hai districts. In recent years, tourism in Ho Tram has begun to develop. Therefore, it is not as bustling as other beaches but retains the beauty of clear blue sea, long stretches of white sand, and especially very affordable seafood.

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When is the best time to visit Ho Tram?

Pleasant year-round climate in Ho Tram (source: collected)

This place has a tropical monsoon climate, with distinct wet and dry seasons. The rainy season typically spans from May to October, while the dry season lasts from November to April. However, the climate remains pleasantly mild throughout the year, making it suitable for visits at any time. It is a popular destination for groups of friends and families to enjoy weekends and holidays.

How to get to Ho Tram?

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According to the travel experience in Ho Tram, you can get here by:

Motorbike: Take National Highway 51 to Ba Ria - Vung Tau, then follow QL55. Upon reaching Xuyen Moc from Ba To market, follow the sign pointing to Ho Tram - Ho Coc, and you'll arrive.

For those traveling by car, take QL 51 to enter the HCMC expressway, head to Long Thanh, then Dau Giay, and continue on QL51 to DDT44B. Then, take Vo Van Kiet to reach Xuyen Moc.

Traveling by bus. You can go to Mien Dong bus station to catch buses to Vung Tau. Alternatively, you can also take VIP limousine buses from Saigon to Vung Tau.

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Traveling by subway train. With this means of transportation, it only takes 90 minutes to reach Vung Tau city. Then, you can take another vehicle to get to Ho Tram. The train ticket price is 200k for adults and 100k for children. Traveling by this means is faster. However, those prone to motion sickness should consider carefully.

What activities to do in Ho Tram?

Ho Tram Beach

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Ho Tram Beach is incredibly pristine and has been ranked among the top most beautiful pristine beaches in the world by a US magazine. The water here is crystal clear blue, surrounded by stunning natural scenery. Walking along the coast, you'll see stretches of lush green mangrove forests. Sitting on the shore, with the earthy scent of leaves rustling in the wind on one side and the soothing sound of waves crashing on the other, one's soul feels rejuvenated, peacefully serene.

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Here, taking photos or having fun is absolutely fantastic. You'll definitely want to come back for a second time. The taste of the sea along with the serene atmosphere deeply rooted in wilderness easily captivates the heart.

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On the beach, tourists can also organize camping sessions. The essentials to bring are tents, water, cooking utensils, etc. Camping outdoors here is already an amazing experience.

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Binh Chau Hot Springs

Not far from Ho Tram is Binh Chau Hot Springs, a must-visit destination when sharing travel experiences in Ho Tram. This place is located on QL55, you can turn onto QL55 from QL51 and it's just a short distance away.

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This place attracts tourists with services such as mud baths, hot mineral soaking, mineral baths, etc. You don't need to go far to Nha Trang or Da Nang, right in Vung Tau there are places to meet your needs.

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Another interesting experience is boiling eggs in hot spring wells. You can buy eggs at the hot spring area for 5k/egg, then borrow an egg basket and boil them in the well. When the eggs are cooked, take them out and enjoy dipping them in the hot water, it's really enjoyable.

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The entrance fee is 80k for adults and 40k for children. Services such as mineral bathing, communal lake bathing, mud baths, etc., cost from 150k.

Binh Chau - Phuoc Buu Primeval Forest

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Right in Vung Tau, there's another national primeval forest area. Binh Chau - Phuoc Buu Forest covers 11,293 hectares and boasts a rich ecosystem of native vegetation. It comprises 408 genera, 661 species, and 113 families, with many rare and valuable species such as Redwood, Ironwood, Konia, Bà Rịa Camphor, Rosewood, Turmeric, and Wild Cherry…

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The variety of animal species is also remarkable, with 70 families, 29 orders, 178 species, 43 reptile species, 106 bird species, 12 amphibian species, 51 mammal species…. Many species are now listed in the Vietnam and world Red Data Books. This place is considered the green lungs of

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Especially, the Binh Chau - Phuoc Buu primeval forest is located near Binh Chau Hot Springs. You can conveniently explore both destinations at the same time.

Hồ Coc Beach

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If you're tired of the hustle and bustle at Vung Tau beach, you can head to Hồ Coc Beach. This is a newly developed beach, so it still retains its pristine beauty. Hồ Coc Beach boasts clear blue water, wide sandy beaches, and cleanliness. Surely, this will be the top resort destination for you.

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Located just about 145km from Saigon, it's very suitable for day trips. If you want to stay longer, you can find hotels ranging from 1 to 3 stars or nearby guesthouses. Currently, at Hồ Cốc Beach, there's also a tourist area open for beach swimming and day tours.

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What to eat at Hồ Tràm?

When you visit Hồ Tràm, you must try the seafood. Here, you'll find a variety of fresh and delicious seafood dishes such as crab, squid, stingray, snails, shrimp, clams, and more.

Seafood Market at Hồ Tràm

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For the freshest seafood, head to Lưới Market. This is where local fishermen sell their catches. Despite its small size, the seafood selection is incredibly diverse and affordable. Remember to arrive early, around 6 a.m. in the morning or 4 p.m. in the afternoon, as that's when the fishermen bring in their catches. Being late means missing out on the best picks.

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Visitors to Lưới Market love buying seafood and cooking it on the spot, enjoying it fresh and delicious. Your job is simply to choose the seafood you like and ask the stall owner to cook it for you. There are also pre-cooked dishes available in boxes, such as steamed clams, grilled oysters with scallion oil, stir-fried snails with tamarind sauce, all incredibly aromatic. Each portion costs 40k.

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According to travel experience at Hồ Tràm, it's advisable to bring a gas stove, buy seafood, and cook it yourself. Bringing it to the beach to eat while admiring the sea is just perfect.

Long Sơn Oyster Raft

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Another seafood delight spot is Long Sơn Oyster Raft. Here, you'll find stalls specializing in various live oyster dishes such as grilled oysters with scallion oil, grilled oysters with cheese, wasabi oysters, oyster stuffed eggs, stir-fried oysters, cooked oyster porridge, all delicious and pocket-friendly. Besides, there are other seafood options like shrimp, fish, squid, crab, clams, etc. It's rated 5 stars on various Vietnamese travel pages.

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To get here, you can take QL 51, before reaching Bà Rịa roundabout, turn right onto Hoàng Sa. Cross a bridge and you'll arrive at Long Sơn Island. This eating spot is perfect for lunch on the way back.

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If you're tired of seafood, you can head to Vũng Tàu to try famous dishes like Vũng Tàu mini pancakes, Alibaba ice cream, Trương Công Định stingray hotpot, pigeon porridge on Đồ Chiểu street, and more.

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