3 days 2 nights diving and watching the sunset in Phu Quoc on the occasion of April 30th

This year, the April 30 holiday lasts 5 consecutive days, making it an ideal time for people to plan short trips .

According to travel agencies, Phu Quoc continues to be one of the top destinations for tourists, not only because of its beautiful natural scenery but also because of its diverse range of experiences that meet all needs from relaxation to exploration .

Below are suggestions for a 3-day, 2-night trip to Phu Quoc, along with some tips to help you have a perfect trip.

This year, the April 30 holiday lasts 5 consecutive days, making it an ideal time for people to plan short trips.

Ideal timing

Phu Quoc has a pleasant climate so it welcomes tourists all year round. The time considered to have the best weather here is from November to April. At this time, Phu Quoc has beautiful sunshine, clear blue sky, gentle waves, very suitable for outdoor activities such as swimming, diving to see coral or simply walking on the beach at sunset.

However, other times of the year, such as from May to October, visitors can also comfortably explore Phu Quoc. At this time, you may encounter some light rain, but the weather is still pleasant, not affecting too much the travel and experience.

How to move

Currently, from major cities such as Hanoi , Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, etc., there are direct flights to Phu Quoc with an average flight time of about 1-2 hours.

According to Dan Tri reporters , currently, round-trip airfare from Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc ranges from 3-5 million VND. Round-trip airfare from Hanoi to Phu Quoc ranges from 6.5-10 million VND.

To avoid depending on ticket prices or freely choose departure times, visitors in Ho Chi Minh City or the Western provinces can choose to travel by train or high-speed ferry to Phu Quoc with a travel time of only about 2.5-3.5 hours.

Every day, there are about 8 round-trip ferries on the Ha Tien - Phu Quoc route and 2 ferries on the Rach Gia - Phu Quoc route.

Ticket prices for the Rach Gia - Phu Quoc route range from VND 260,000 to VND 400,000/trip and the Ha Tien - Phu Quoc route range from VND 125,000 to VND 185,000/trip. Every day, there are about 8 round-trip ferries on the Ha Tien - Phu Quoc route and 2 on the Rach Gia - Phu Quoc route.

When arriving in Phu Quoc, you can choose a taxi, shuttle bus or rent a motorbike to freely explore the island. If you are traveling with friends or relatives, renting a private car is also a choice worth considering so that you can comfortably move between tourist attractions.

Day 1: Relax with the night sea

After checking in and resting, the first afternoon in Phu Quoc is the ideal time to walk along the beach, watch the sunset, enjoy the feeling of the gentle sea breeze, and relax.

You can choose to visit Sunset Town - Cau Hon to watch the sunset, walk around and take pictures in the poetic scenery.

At this time, you can also choose to visit Sunset Town - Cau Hon to watch the sunset, walk around and take pictures in the poetic scenery.

At night, you can choose to go to Dinh Cau night market to feel the hustle and bustle, enjoy fresh seafood and rich dipping sauces. Suggested snacks at the night market include: grilled rice paper, palm juice, rolled ice cream...

If you want to try something more special, you can join a night squid fishing tour. Information about the squid fishing tour will be available at most of the accommodation facilities in Phu Quoc. Another option is to enjoy the Quintessence of Vietnam show at Grand World Phu Quoc.

This is a live show staged in combination with modern projection technology, with more than 300 performers, immersing the audience in a unique cultural and historical space.

Day 2: Island tour, scuba diving experience

The next morning, you should leave early to join the tour to explore An Thoi archipelago - famous for its small, pristine islands such as Hon Mong Tay, Hon Gam Ghi, Hon May Rut...

Here, you can experience scuba diving to see the brilliant coral reefs, SUP paddling in the clear blue water or simply lie on the white sand to sunbathe and take beautiful photos.

Hon Thom Cable Car - one of the longest sea-crossing cable car lines in the world.

On this occasion, you can also try the Hon Thom cable car - one of the longest sea-crossing cable cars in the world - taking you from An Thoi to Hon Thom island, which has a water park and a beautiful beach.

On the way back to the accommodation, take some time to visit Ho Quoc Pagoda. This is a pagoda nestled on the mountainside, facing the sea with beautiful architecture, bringing a peaceful atmosphere, suitable for you to take souvenir photos as well as pray for good things for yourself and your family.

Day 3: Explore the wildlife world

On the last day on the island, many people will choose neck, shoulder, foot or full body massages to relax. In addition, you can visit Phu Quoc pepper gardens to learn about the people's cultivation process, and buy specialties as gifts for relatives and friends.

In the afternoon, visitors can choose to walk around Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc Animal Care and Conservation Park. This is one of the destinations not to be missed when you come to Phu Quoc, especially for those who love nature and want to have close experiences with the wild world.

Unlike conventional zoos, this is the first and largest semi-wild zoo model in Vietnam, where animals are raised in large spaces, simulating their natural habitat.

Visitors will sit in a special vehicle and participate in an extremely unique and realistic "locking people - releasing animals" journey.

Notes when traveling on holidays

To make your trip smooth and comfortable during the peak tourist season, visitors should book rooms, bus tickets and round-trip train tickets early to avoid running out of space. Always bring cash, as some small shopping and dining spots on the island do not support card payments.

For convenience, visitors should bring cool clothes and sunscreen, especially if you participate in outdoor activities.

Foreign tourists vacation in Phu Quoc.

If traveling with children, it is necessary to prepare enough food suitable for the child's health throughout the journey, and also equip them with diapers, milk and necessary medicine. When arriving at tourist destinations, visitors should pay attention to protect personal property carefully to avoid theft.

Instead of going wherever you want, you should plan your day in advance. Famous spots like Hon Thom are usually crowded in the morning, An Thoi cable car is usually very crowded in the afternoon, so try to go early or choose less busy hours to comfortably visit and take photos without having to wait in line for too long.

Photo: Moc Khai, Nguyen Hanh

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/du-lich/3-ngay-2-dem-lan-bien-ngam-hoang-hon-tai-phu-quoc-dip-le-304-20250422171912202.htm