{"id":2323,"date":"2020-06-02T13:52:37","date_gmt":"2020-06-02T05:52:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thesmartlocal.com\/vietnam\/?p=2323"},"modified":"2022-03-25T11:26:41","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T03:26:41","slug":"beaches-near-saigon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thesmartlocal.com\/vietnam\/beaches-near-saigon\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Beaches & Islands Near Ho Chi Minh City For A No-Fuss Getaway Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"

Beaches and islands near Ho Chi Minh City for your next local vacation
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Summer is here at last, and it\u2019s time to plan an exhilarating escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. If a trip to the mountains of Dalat or the beaches of Da Nang is too much for your budget and your time right now, you can still spend your 2020 summer vacation properly in beaches and islands near Ho Chi Minh City.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Even many Saigon residents might not know that the city is also close to an abundance of golden beaches, islands, and blue sea. Whether you\u2019re a swimmer, surfer, or just a sunbather, check out these beaches and islands near Saigon <\/strong>for a fun summertime trip that won\u2019t break the bank.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Beaches near Ho Chi Minh City<\/h3>\n
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1. H\u1ed3 Tr\u00e0m beach – a great place for water sports<\/h4>\n
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Boasting vast<\/strong> pristine sands, crystal clear waters, and utmost serenity,<\/strong> H\u1ed3 Tr\u00e0m beach is a great spot to relax and\u00a0play some sports.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Celebrate summer by riding the waves by surfing or kayaking by the beach<\/strong>. You can rent surfing equipment from a shop in the Grand H\u1ed3 Tr\u00e0m Strip for VND126,000-VND252,000 (~USD5.40-USD10.80) per hour, or rent a kayak for VND252,000 (~USD10.80) per hour.<\/p>\n

For a more affordable yet no less fun and healthy sport, try kite flying<\/strong> in the seaside breeze for a good dose of vitamin D – great for kids and non-swimmers too<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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For travel companions who’d rather play golf, they can tee their hearts out at the Bluffs H\u1ed3 Tr\u00e0m golf course<\/strong>, designed by Greg Norman and recognized as one of the world\u2019s greatest golf courses.<\/p>\n

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\nView over the beach from The Bluffs Ho Tram
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After all that exercise, you can either dine at the fancy restaurants inside the Grand Ho Tram Strip, or visit L\u01b0\u1edbi market <\/strong>to buy fresh clams, lobsters, and snails, and have your dishes cooked on the spot. Each portion is priced from around VND40,000 to VND100,000 (~USD1.71-USD4.29).<\/strong><\/p>\n

How to get there<\/strong><\/p>\n

Motorbike:<\/em><\/p>\n

Ride in the direction of National Route 51 towards B\u00e0 R\u1ecba – V\u0169ng T\u00e0u province, then turn towards National Route 55. Keep riding in the direction of Xuy\u00ean M\u1ed9c Ward until you see a sign that reads H\u1ed3 Tr\u00e0m – H\u1ed3 C\u1ed1c.<\/p>\n

Ferry:<\/em><\/p>\n

Starting from 2nd September this year, Saigon residents can travel to V\u0169ng T\u00e0u <\/a>where this beach is located by ferry for a more relaxing and safer travelling experience. This ferry takes Saigon residents to many beaches and islands near Ho Chi Minh City, including this one. Commuting time between these 2 cities is estimated to be 30 minutes only.<\/p>\n

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2. H\u1ed3 C\u1ed1c beach – perfect for a family trip<\/h4>\n
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Surrounded by casuarina trees, blue waters, and powdery sands<\/strong>, H\u1ed3 C\u1ed1c is an isolated and tranquil beach that comes with a lot of resorts and hotels. The beach is also known for its peaceful and shallow waters, safe for children to swim or play in<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s also a stone\u2019s throw away from B\u00ecnh Ch\u00e2u hot springs<\/strong>, where you can check in at VND100,000 (~USD4.29)<\/strong> per person to get your feet soaked up and soothe your aching muscles in water temperatures from 37\u00b0C to 82\u00b0C.<\/p>\n

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Travellers planning to try out sit-down restaurant dining in H\u1ed3 C\u1ed1c should find a resort or hotel with one attached, <\/strong>as restaurants can only be found attached to accommodation and are guest-only. The area does not have stand-alone F&B venues open to the public.
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Or if you\u2019re not into fancy dining, you can buy seafood in Ph\u01b0\u1edbc H\u1ea3i wet market<\/strong> and have your dishes cooked fresh and hot.<\/p>\n

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How to get there:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Motorbike: <\/em><\/p>\n

Ride along Mai Chi Tho Street in the direction of Long Th\u00e0nh – D\u1ea7u Gi\u00e2y highway before turning left to CT01.<\/p>\n

When reaching Long Th\u00e0nh intersection, follow the sign that says Long Th\u00e0nh – Bi\u00ean H\u00f2a – V\u0169ng T\u00e0u on your right. Turn to National Route 51, and ride another 19KM until you reach M\u1ef9 T\u00e2n People\u2019s Committee.<\/p>\n

From this spot, ride on National Road 55 in the direction of DT44B, turn to Nguy\u1ec5n H\u1eefu C\u1ea3nh Road and turn right into V\u00f5 Th\u1ecb S\u00e1u Road. Ride for another 550M, turn left into V\u00f5 V\u0103n Ki\u1ec7t. Ride alongside the coast via S\u00f4ng Ray bridge until you reach L\u1ed9c An – B\u00ecnh Ch\u00e2u beach. Ride for another 150M and you\u2019ll reach H\u1ed3 C\u1ed1c.<\/p>\n

Bus:<\/em><\/p>\n

Go to Eastern bus station (b\u1ebfn xe mi\u1ec1n \u0110\u00f4ng), and buy a bus ticket (VND65,000,~USD2.79)<\/strong> to Xuy\u00ean M\u1ed9c Ward, which takes about 3 hours. From Xuy\u00ean M\u1ed9c, take another bus to go to B\u00ecnh Ch\u00e2u. When alighting at B\u00ecnh Ch\u00e2u, get a cab or a GrabBike to H\u1ed3 C\u1ed1c.<\/p>\n

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3. Ph\u01b0\u1edbc H\u1ea3i beach – home to V\u0169ng T\u00e0u\u2019s oldest fishing village<\/h4>\n
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Ph\u01b0\u1edbc H\u1ea3i beach\u2019s pristine waters, beautiful rock formations, and white sand <\/strong>have been attracting local tourists for a long time.<\/p>\n

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This beach is a top spot to spend a laid-back evening on the sand by throwing a BBQ party, practicing yoga, or simply watching fishing boats<\/strong> wandering around the oceans. Most of the inhabitants here make a living by fishing, which can be traced to Ph\u01b0\u1edbc H\u1ea3i\u2019s history as the oldest fishing village in B\u00e0 R\u1ecba – V\u0169ng T\u00e0u province.<\/p>\n

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\nPh\u01b0\u1edbc H\u1ea3i fishing village
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You can buy seafood from fishermen nearby and find a nearby market stall where they can cook the food for you to eat on the spot.<\/p>\n

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How to get there:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Motorbike:<\/em><\/p>\n

From Saigon, ride your motorbike towards National Route 51C towards V\u0169ng T\u00e0u Province. Once you\u2019ve reached B\u00e0 R\u1ecba 5-way intersection, turn to Tr\u01b0\u1eddng Chinh Road. Keep riding towards Road 44 until you reach Ph\u01b0\u1edbc H\u1ea3i market.<\/p>\n

Ride for another 15 minutes until you reach the beach.<\/p>\n

Ferry:<\/em><\/p>\n

From 2nd September this year, you can travel to V\u0169ng T\u00e0u <\/a>where this beach is located by ferry in just 30 minutes.<\/p>\n

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4. T\u00e2n Th\u00e0nh beach – Vietnam\u2019s longest black sand beach<\/h4>\n
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Vietnam has no shortage of beautiful white sand beaches, but for a one-of-a-kind experience, visit the black sand beach of T\u00e2n Th\u00e0nh. <\/strong>Stroll on the velvety black sands or watch the sunset and scenic surroundings <\/strong>on the pier that extends to the sea.<\/p>\n

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Besides its black sand dunes stretching across 7KM and blue waters, T\u00e2n Th\u00e0nh is also popular among ravenous foodies flocking here for a proper seafood fix.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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It\u2019s easy to suss out the best or cheapest eats here with the abundance of stalls to browse. You can find many seafood eateries that can dish out scrumptious clams and crabs<\/strong>, or you can visit local wet markets lining up the beach to buy fresh seafood yourself.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a truly DIY type of eater, you can even dig up clams from the sand by yourself,<\/strong> which is also a favorite activity for many travellers here.<\/p>\n

How to get there
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Motorbike:<\/em><\/p>\n

From Saigon, ride in the direction of National Route 50. After riding 50KM past C\u1ea7n Giu\u1ed9c and C\u1ea7n \u0110u\u1ed9c Ward, you’ll reach G\u00f2 C\u00f4ng Ward. Ride for another 15KM in the direction of 862 Road until you reach T\u00e2n Th\u00e0nh beach.<\/p>\n

Islands near Ho Chi Minh City<\/span><\/h3>\n
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5. C\u1ea7n Gi\u1edd island – UNESCO-listed biosphere reserve<\/h4>\n
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Located only 40KM away from Saigon, C\u1ea7n Gi\u1edd islands is a green-lung zone with stunning natural sights. <\/strong>Playing host to vast mangrove forests and their rare animal species, the island has been listed by UNESCO as a biosphere reserve. <\/strong><\/p>\n

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You can spend the whole day in the V\u00e0m S\u00e1t eco-tourism zone<\/strong> in C\u1ea7n Gi\u1edd, where you can split your time among fishing, watching birds, planting trees, and canoe-riding. <\/strong>Admission is VND35,000 (~USD1.50)<\/strong> per adult and does not cover activities.<\/p>\n

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You can try a variety of seafood in many eateries lining the 30\/4 Road that goes through the area. <\/strong>If you enjoy the taste of cooking fresh seafood and eating them on the spot, visit H\u00e0ng D\u01b0\u01a1ng wet market to buy seafood.<\/p>\n


\nHow to get there<\/strong><\/p>\n

Motorbike:<\/em><\/p>\n

You can ride your motorbike in the direction of Hu\u1ef3nh T\u1ea5n Ph\u00e1t Street until you reach B\u00ecnh Kh\u00e1nh ferry in Nh\u00e0 B\u00e8 Ward. Buy a ferry ticket at VND5,000 (~USD0.21) <\/strong>per bike and hop on the ferry, which takes you and your bike to C\u1ea7n Gi\u1edd Ward after about 30 minutes.<\/p>\n

After alighting, ride straight until you reach C\u1ea7n Gi\u1edd beach.<\/p>\n

Bus:<\/em><\/p>\n

If you are travelling to C\u1ea7n Gi\u1edd from Saigon by bus, take bus 20 at H\u00e0m Nghi bus station heading towards B\u00ecnh Kh\u00e1nh ferry. After alighting, take bus 90 to go to the beach.<\/p>\n

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6. Th\u1ea1nh An island – off-the-beaten-track and tranquil<\/h4>\n
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Th\u1ea1nh An island is part of C\u1ea7n Gi\u1edd territory, and located 50KM east of Saigon. The island is home to a plethora of mangrove forests, rocky trails, and a charming jetty.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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With only 5,000 inhabitants <\/strong>who make a living by fishing and making salt, Th\u1ea1nh An is a tranquil and scenic hideout for urbanites needing a break from the city. Still left untouched by urban development, <\/strong>the island does not have a lot of amenities such as restaurants or hotels.<\/p>\n

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The island is ideal for adventurous motorists who are looking for a no-fuss and pristine travelling experience.<\/p>\n

For lunch or dinner, you can buy fresh seafood at any local stall near the beach or at C\u1ea7n Th\u1ea1nh wet market<\/strong> on your way before heading to the island.<\/p>\n

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\nSeafood being dried in the sun
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How to get there<\/strong><\/p>\n

Motorbike:<\/em><\/p>\n

Ride in the direction of Hu\u1ef3nh T\u1ea5n Ph\u00e1t Street towards B\u00ecnh Kh\u00e1nh ferry in Nh\u00e0 B\u00e8 Ward. Buy a ferry ticket at VND5,000(~USD0.21)<\/strong> per bike and get onboard.<\/p>\n

After about one hour, you\u2019ll alight at C\u1ea7n Gi\u1edd ferry station. Ride for another 40KM on R\u1eebng S\u1eafc route. Do not make any turns until you finish the route. Turn left into Duy\u00ean H\u1ea3i route, and ride until you see Th\u1ea1nh An boat station. You can park your bike here, hop on the boat, and ride for another 45 minutes to reach Th\u1ea1nh An island.<\/p>\n

Bus:<\/em><\/p>\n

If you go by bus, take bus 20 at H\u00e0m Nghi bus station in Saigon heading towards B\u00ecnh Kh\u00e1nh ferry. After alighting, take bus 90 to go to C\u1ea7u \u0110en boat station where you can take a boat to Th\u1ea1nh An island.<\/p>\n

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7. Thi\u1ec1ng Li\u1ec1ng island – ideal for photographers<\/h4>\n
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Thi\u1ec1ng Li\u1ec1ng island is a lesser-known photographer’s dreamland for many reasons. For one thing, it\u2019s off-the-beaten-track, simple, and clean <\/strong>– with few crowds or vehicles to mess up your shots, as bicycles are the main means of transportation here.<\/p>\n

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The island is packed with canals, rivers, salt fields, and pristine forests that make unconventional photoshoot backdrops. <\/strong>Plus, there is no limit as to where you can take photos<\/strong>, which makes the island a favorite destination among photographers and wedding couples.<\/p>\n

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\nSalt fields
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Thi\u1ec1ng Li\u1ec1ng island is also one of the rare areas in Vietnam that still maintains traditional salt production techniques, <\/strong>such as using open pans and wooden reels.<\/p>\n

How to get there:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Motorbike:<\/em><\/p>\n

Ride in the direction of Hu\u1ef3nh T\u1ea5n Ph\u00e1t Street towards B\u00ecnh Kh\u00e1nh ferry in Nh\u00e0 B\u00e8 Ward. Buy a ferry ticket at VND5,000 (~USD0.21<\/strong>) per bike and get onboard the ferry.<\/p>\n

After about one hour, you\u2019ll alight at C\u1ea7n Gi\u1edd ferry station. Ride for another 40KM on the R\u1eebng S\u1eafc route. Do not make any turns until you finish the route. Then turn left into Duy\u00ean H\u1ea3i route, ride until you see Th\u1ea1nh An boat station. Park your bike here, hop on the boat, and ride for another 45 minutes to reach Th\u1ea1nh An island.<\/p>\n

Once you reach Th\u1ea1nh An ward, take a 2-hour boat ride to Thi\u1ec1ng Li\u1ec1ng island.<\/p>\n

Bus:<\/em><\/p>\n

If you go by bus, take bus 20 at H\u00e0m Nghi bus station heading towards B\u00ecnh Kh\u00e1nh ferry. After alighting, take bus 90 to C\u1ea7u \u0110en boat station where you can take a boat to Th\u1ea1nh An island.<\/p>\n

After that, take a 2-hour boat ride to Thi\u1ec1ng Li\u1ec1ng island.<\/p>\n

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8. Long S\u01a1n island – a kingdom of oysters<\/h4>\n
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Featuring pristine waters, vast salt fields, and stunning nature reserves, <\/strong>Long S\u01a1n makes for a perfect coastal vacation only a 100KM drive away from Saigon.<\/p>\n

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Known as a kingdom of oysters, the island is also famous for its large-scale aquaculture cultivation<\/strong>. Visitors can spot a lot of large cages for oyster farming in the waters. It\u2019s no surprise that this island is popular with oyster lovers<\/strong>, because eateries here serve these oysters cooked in various ways.<\/p>\n

From oyster congee to oysters fried with mustard, you\u2019ll be treated to an endless feast of fresh and tasty oysters <\/strong>while enjoying the cool sea breeze drifting by your face.<\/p>\n

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An oyster here is priced around VND20,000-VND27,000 (~USD0.86-USD1.16) <\/strong>each, while a bowl of oyster congee is priced around VND90,000 (~USD3.86).<\/strong><\/p>\n

How to get there<\/strong><\/p>\n

Motorbike:<\/em><\/p>\n

From Saigon, you can travel to B\u00e0 R\u1ecba city by taking your motorbike onto the C\u00e1t L\u00e1i ferry in District 2, which takes about 1 hour. After alighting, keep riding in the direction of National Route 51 until you reach the toll gate.<\/p>\n

Ride past it for another 10 minutes until you reach a crossroad. Turn right and keep riding until you reach Long S\u01a1n island.<\/p>\n

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Beaches and islands near Ho Chi Minh City worth visiting<\/h3>\n
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There\u2019s nothing quite like spending your summer vacation near Saigon surrounded by the sea and its scenic surroundings to recharge and bond with your family and friends.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for a relaxing, no-fuss, and affordable summertime getaway <\/strong>this year, look no further than these beaches and islands near Ho Chi Minh City<\/strong> with gorgeous natural creations within a few hours\u2019 drive away from Saigon.<\/p>\n

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