Vietnam's 10 Best Islands for Vacation Tourists

Vietnam is home to many paradise islands. Some of them are very famous, like Phu Quoc and Catba, while others are still hidden gems to be discovered.
If you love nature, be sure to visit each of these top 10 paradise islands in Vietnam at least once in your life

Phu Quoc island

Speaking of the beautiful Vietnamese islands, people always think of Phu Quoc in the first place.

Here you can enjoy the fresh air, calm atmosphere, cool sea breeze away from the noise of everyday life. Crystal clear sea, white sand, gentle sun and green coconut palms will always delight you.

Nam Du island archipelago

Nam Du promises to be a very "hot" vacation spot because of its clear blue water and shady coconut palms on the sandy shore. It is especially convenient to get here from Ho Chi Minh City. The cost of the entire trip will not exceed 2 million VND.

While vacationing on the island, wake up a little early, hire a "xe ôm" (motorcycle with driver) for 80,000 VND and take a trip to the lighthouse. From here you can admire all the beauty of the paradise island of Nam Du, discover the most beautiful views and take stunning photos of your trip to the island.

Con Dao island

Con Dao is about 179 km from Vung Tau, 230 km from Ho Chi Minh City and 165 km from Can Tho.

The island is famous for its pristine beauty with white sandy beaches and surrounding mountains that create a peaceful landscape. Here you will get rid of fatigue, take your mind off work and relax after a long trip.

Binh Ba Island

For the past three years, when it comes to domestic tourism, Binba Island comes to mind at once, famous not only for its scenery, but also for its culinary richness that can captivate the heart of any traveler.

There are many beaches on Binba. Of the seven most popular, only three can be reached by motorcycle. They are Nom, Chuong and Nha Cu. Nom beach is very wide and sandy. On it you can sometimes find coral.

Most locals and tourists swim here because the sea is very clean.

Chuong beach is about 30 minutes from the pier. It is the only beach on the island where you can see the sunset.

There are a lot of sea urchins on Nha Cu beach, so watch your feet while swimming to avoid accidentally hurting yourself. However, this is why the beach is usually clean and deserted.

Binba Island has more to offer than just the blue sea, white sand and romantic scenery. It also attracts gourmets with a very distinctive cuisine.

Don't forget to visit the local market in the morning, where you will find the best vermicelli, noodles, pastries, pancakes, quaivaccakes (thin wheat dough cakes filled with shrimp, pork, fish sauce, salt and sugar)... all dishes are incredibly delicious and affordable.

The island is located in Cam Ranh Bay near the resort city of Nha Trang. There is a deep-sea ship repair base of strategic importance in the area. Therefore, it is difficult for tourists to access the island. Not only foreigners, but often, depending on the season, also for locals.

The island is also called Lobster Island because of the abundance of restaurants offering lobster grown on local home farms.

Binh Hung Island

The island is located near Binba Island and is very popular with travelers. Just 5 minutes from the pier and you are there. Tourism on Binh Hung Island is not developed, so it is quite deserted.

Binh Hung also attracts with its Hon Chu Lighthouse, Stone Egg Beach, and other tourist attractions. In addition, the island has a nice Kinh beach, with three shifting colors. The crystal-clear water and white sand will charm those who come here.

Nuoc Ngot Beach is another place on the island that should not be missed. It gets its name from the stream there, which flows inside the island and then flows into the sea.

The island is known for its white sand beaches and clear blue water. This place is unaffected by tourism, so it still preserves its pristine nature.

Hang Rai

Hangrai Island is located south of Vinh Hy Bay about 35 km from Phangrang City. It is a region with coral reefs and sea caves on the beach. Hangrai Island surprises tourists with its unspoiled beauty.
Whoever has had the opportunity to set foot on its shores will probably never forget this land again. Hangrai is like a sleeping princess waiting in the forest for her prince to wake her. Hangrai rests gracefully on the mountainside, and the huge waves of the sea surprise tourists.

The island gives travelers a stunning sense of being lost in a tale of almost perfect beauty. Rocks of different shapes create numerous large and small picturesque caves. The water on Hangrai Beach changes color depending on the position of the sun in the sky. This is a great opportunity to satisfy your passion for those who love art.

Ly Son

The island area of Leeson is a miracle: beaches with emerald water, continuous white waves or the shimmer of a lighthouse. The pristine natural landscapes are amazingly beautiful.

Watching the sunrise from the top of Thoi Loi, photographing the sunset at To Vo Gate or enjoying the sunset are the most unforgettable experiences not to be missed by any tourist on the island. This is one of the most impressive places in Quang Ngai Province.

Cu Lao Cham

Located about 15 km from Quadai Beach in Hoi An City, Kulao Cham consists of eight different islands. Because of its tranquil and pristine paradise beauty, Kulaocham has gradually won the hearts of many tourists with a preference for sea travel. Just 15 minutes by canoe from Kuadai Beach, and you will have the opportunity to admire the enchanting views of the island.
Dense forests, cool climate, wide beaches with stretching sands are the traditional landscape of Kulaocham.

The most wonderful thing to do here is to snorkel with friends to explore the sea. Don't miss the opportunity to cycle along the road winding among the dunes and coastal fishing villages. Discover a jungle picnic among the greenery that will give you unforgettable moments.

Cat Ba (Cat Ba)

Catba Island consists of 367 separate islands, including Catba Island itself, south of Halong Bay, off the coast of Haiphong City. The climate of Catba is gorgeous, fresh, and just right for a beach vacation.

Most tourists come to Catba to swim. Cat Co 1 and Cat Co 2 beaches are two spacious beaches with a gentle sandy entrance to the water, which many people love.

If you want to explore the island more, hire a boat to visit Lan Ha Bay and swim on the sandy beaches in the bay, where the sea water is clear, plenty of space and not crowded.

Katba is known for its fresh seafood dishes such as: "sam", lobster, perch, squid, ... you can taste them at local restaurants around the Katba Market. The prices there are clearly marked.

The climate here is quite cool. The average temperature on the island is only 25 degrees Celsius. The island has many beautiful beaches and virgin forests. Katba is an amazing place not only for relaxation, but also an ideal place for lovers of outdoor activities.

Co To

The Coto Archipelago consists of more than fifty large and small islands. It is one of the best island resorts.

Coto Island was recently opened for tourism, so there are no high-end hotels, luxury restaurants, or entertainment on the island.

Nevertheless, Coteau attracts thousands of travelers every year who come to the island to explore the wildlife and interact with the local friendly population.

And it's simply impossible to resist the varied menu of fresh seafood typical of this island.