As a coastal province in the South Central tourist region, Binh Thuan has all the conditions to become a tourist “paradise” for “vitamin sea” enthusiasts.
Binh Thuan is one of the provinces that owns many beautiful highlights on the map of Vietnam, with clear blue beaches, long coastal roads, and winding white sand beaches that are also extremely enchanting.
Therefore, Binh Thuan has always been in the top tourist destinations sought after by travelers in recent years.
Location
Binh Thuan is the southernmost coastal province of Central Vietnam, located in the area influenced by the southern prime economic region. The province’s center is in Phan Thiet City, located about 200 kilometers south of Ho Chi Minh City, and about 1,518 kilometers north of Hanoi Capital.
Transportation
There are many means of transport to get to Binh Thuan.
If you travel by train, you get off at Binh Thuan station.
If you travel by plane, the nearest airport is Cam Ranh Airport (Khanh Hoa province), of Tan Son Nhat International Airport ( Ho Chi Minh City).
In Binh Thuan, you can rent a motorbike or car to travel around.
Weather
Binh Thuan has two distinct seasons: rainy season and dry season. In fact, the rainy season here is concentrated between August and October, with little rainfall. Tourists can choose the dry season months from November to July next year to complete their trip.
Ideally, you should travel to Binh Thuan between December and February next year because the weather will be cooler at this time.
Top destinations to explore
1. Phu Quy Island
This is a small island located offshore, about 120 kilometers east of Phan Thiet City, Binh Thuan province. Phu Quy is famous for its beautiful beaches, fine sand, and clear blue seawater. This place also has diverse natural landscapes, from high hills to vast steppes and majestic caves formed millions of years ago.
Phu Quy Island attracts tourists because of its peaceful and pristine beauty. In particular, the beaches here are clean because they have not been exploited much for tourism.
Once you set foot on the island, you should visit Phu Quy lighthouse and the island sovereignty flagpole on Cam Mountain, Cao Cat Mountain, Ong Van An Thanh fish temple, wind power field, Ngu Phung embankment, and tomb palace. Master Sai Nai is also known as Master’s Tomb. The early morning sunrise is a moment you cannot miss.
Address: About 120 kilometers from Phan Thiet City
2. Co Thach Beach
Co Thach Beach is located about 100 kilometers from Phan Thiet, not only famous for spiritual tourism but also known as “the most colorful rock beach in Vietnam”.
Co Thach Sea has all kinds of small rocks with many shapes, among them are many round, flat, colorful rocks reflecting the color of the sky. It is this interesting arrangement of nature that has created a seven-colored stone scene that attracts domestic and foreign tourists to visit.
Not only famous for its colorful rocky beach, Co Thach Beach also attracts tourists with its large rocky beach covered with green moss every February and March every year. Each rock is covered with a thick layer of moss, green to yellow, creating a magnificent and unique landscape that few places in the world have.
Address: Binh Thanh commune, Tuy Phong, Binh Thuan
3. Ke Ga Cape
Mui Ke Ga is located quite far from the center of Mui Ne or Phan Thiet, but the road system is rather convenient for traveling.
Ke Ga Cape today still retains many wild and idyllic features of nature. Standing here, looking far away, you will see the entire coastline of Mui Ne Beach, and deeply feel the beauty of the natural beauty of Vietnam’s sea, with green trees and many strangely shaped rocks.
Not only does it have a rock garden, Ke Ga also has pristine beaches with clear blue water and the oldest lighthouse in Southeast Asia dating back to the French colonial period. The best time to explore this place is before 5:00 p.m. every day because this is the time when sunset falls.
Address: Lagi town, Binh Thuan
4. Bau Trang
Bau Trang was formed quite a long time ago. Bau in the local language means “lake”, consisting of two parts: a small lake and a great lake. In the summer, lotus blooms cover the lake, creating a unique scene between a blooming, green lotus pond and white sand pools in the afternoon sun in the distance.
Looking down from the sand dunes, the lake is calm, dotted with pink lotus flowers, radiating a fragrant color that makes visitors admire it.
Tourists visiting here can enjoy taking beautiful photos, as well as participating in exciting activities such as sand skiing, fishing, and off-road motorbike riding.
Bau Trang is a collection of sand hills and many lakes filled with lotus trees. Although the road is quite sparse, sunny, and has few trees, it is still visited by many people. The best time to go to Bau Trang is the summer months when the weather is driest and the lotus flowers are at their peak.
Address: Bac Binh District, Binh Thuan
5. Mui Ne fishing village
It is located along the coast about 1 kilometer, the waves are calm, convenient for ships to take shelter. Every early morning from 5:00 – 6:00, this place is bustling with trade and many spoils from the sea, fresh and delicious and extremely cheap.
Mui Ne fishing village is gentle and peaceful, with many sounds of coastal life, bustling, but also peaceful. Early in the morning, the boats seem to be sleeping in the blue and golden space of the dawn sunlight.
When sunset falls, the sea shimmers in a magical purple-pink color, with basket boats as highlights creating a picture of rustic and peaceful nature.
Address: 321 Huynh Thuc Khang, Mui Ne, Binh Thuan
Food
Grilled squid teeth: Squid teeth are cleaned, then marinated with spices, skewered into sticks, and grilled. This dish is loved by many diners because of the chewy, crunchy, and sweet taste of squid, eaten with grilled rice paper and fragrant chili sauce.
Banh Re: This cake is made from sweet potatoes and cassava, then shredded and fried in oil. The cake has a unique aroma and a certain crispness.
Dried squid: The main ingredient is fresh squid which goes through washing, then dried in the sun for just one day. The squid is then grilled and eaten very chewy and fragrant.
Accommodation
Binh Thuan is a paradise of resorts, with resort systems stretching across the coast, creating a unique title for this province “kingdom of resorts”.
Resorts near Mui Ne, Phan Thiet City:
- Muine Bay Resort is an upmarket, tropical bayside resort offering bungalows and 3 chic dining options, plus pools and tennis (from $61/ night)
- The Anam Mui Ne is a boutique resort located on a private beach. It offers luxurious accommodations, a world-class spa, and a variety of dining options (from $122/ night)
Resorts near Phu Quy Island:
- Roman Resort Phú Quý is a 4-star resort located about 15 minutes from Tuy Phong Port. It offers a variety of room types, including bungalows and villas, as well as a restaurant, bar, and swimming pool (from $40/ night)
- The Hill Resort is a 3-star resort located on a hill overlooking the ocean. It offers a variety of room types, including bungalows and villas, as well as a restaurant, bar, and swimming pool (from $40/ night)
As a coastal province in the South Central Coast region, Binh Thuan brings together both necessary and sufficient conditions to become a tourist “paradise” for vitamin sea enthusiasts. Coming here, you will be immersed in the true blue sea – white sand – and golden sunshine and enjoy delicious cuisine like no other place.
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