Cần Giờ has long been a favorite tourist destination with attractions like Vam Sat, Monkey Island,... Recently, young people are excited about the surreal stone pathway amidst the sea on Thanh An island. If you're eager to check out this stone pathway, take a look at the tips below.
Secrets to reaching the stone pathway on Thanh An island
Can Gio Tourist Area (Photo by ST)
Located approximately 70km from Saigon, Thanh An is an island commune in Can Gio district with a population of 5000 residents. It is considered the most enticing destination that drives the young generation crazy.
To get here, you can choose either a motorbike or a bus. Usually, young people prefer motorbikes. This type of transportation can make you more proactive and also save you a significant amount of time.
To reach Thanh An, follow Huynh Tan Phat Street to Binh Khanh ferry, then head to Can Thanh dock to purchase tickets for Thanh An island. The ferry ticket to Thanh An costs 10k per trip. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the destination. You can also park your motorbike or bring it onto the ferry.
If you're hesitant to take the road, you can opt for the bus. Go to Ben Thanh market, take bus number 20 to Binh Khanh ferry, then transfer to bus number 90 to Can Thanh dock.
Explore the amazing stone pathway amidst the sea
When checking in at Thanh An island, make sure to visit the unique stone pathway amidst the sea.
The stone pathway extending straight into the sea leaves everyone amazed and impressed. It's strange how just a stretch of rocks can arouse such curiosity. Surrounded by vast blue sea, the stone pathway stands out as a focal point. The combination of the sea's blue hue and the green moss on the rocks creates an awesome background. Just raise your camera and you've got yourself a beautiful photo.
This rocky shore amidst the sea is not only a trendy spot for young people's photo shoots but also a favored location for many couples to capture their wedding moments.
After wandering around and capturing countless photos, venture out to explore the fishing activities of the island's fishermen. Don't forget to capture shots of the mangrove forests or shrimp fields along the way.
Besides, seafood is also a highlight of Thanh An. There are many stalls here selling delicious and affordable seafood. Visitors can find various types of seafood such as oyster porridge, boiled mantis shrimp, spicy fried crayfish, steamed clams with lemongrass, grilled octopus, etc. With just around 100k per person, you can enjoy a satisfying seafood feast.
When checking in at Thanh An island, you can explore the islanders' fishing activities, take snapshots with the mangrove forests, and indulge in various delicious seafood dishes.
For a more exciting experience, you can rent a boat to visit the floating seafood farms. The boat rental fee is 30k per person. You can ask the boat to take you to Hieu Hanh seafood farm. Here, you can both explore the seafood farm and enjoy fresh mantis shrimp and oysters on the spot. The food and drink expenses are approximately 150k per person.
With its unique stone pathway amidst the sea and delicious fresh seafood, Thanh An island is the perfect destination for a day trip getaway!
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