Phu Quoc, the “Pearl Island,” is a perfect tropical destination for Indian tourists looking for a beautiful tropical getaway during their trip to Vietnam. This Vietnamese treasure not only has stunning white sand beaches and beautiful waters, but it also has a remarkable dedication to protecting its environment and cultural legacy.

With so much to offer, Phu Quoc is an unforgettable destination. Fishing and agriculture are the island of Phu Quoc’s main industry, and more than half of it is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, making it a paradise for environment enthusiasts. Take advantage of the opportunity to try the island’s renowned fish sauce, pepper, and pearls. Phu Quoc also offers the perfect blend of luxury and local life, with plenty of opportunities for both relaxation and adventure. Spend your days lounging on the beach or exploring the island’s natural beauty, and at night, marvel at the clear night sky. It’s truly heaven on Earth.

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Best Time to Visit Phu Quoc

The best time to visit Phu Quoc is during the dry season, from November to April, with many sunny days and calm waters. The temperature fluctuates from 25 to 35°C, and the low rainfall provides perfect conditions for water sports and adventurous activities. March and April are the hottest months of the year in Phu Quoc, with an average temperature above 32°C.

May to October is the wet season and possibly stormy in Phu Quoc. During this time, the region has high rainfall, with an average temperature hovering around 28°C and humidity ranging from 85 to 90%. Many days experience cloudy and light sunshine, but afternoons and evenings have heavy rains.

How to Travel from India to Phu Quoc

Stage 1: From India to Vietnam

Booking an international flight from one of India’s major cities, like New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, or Kolkata, is the first step. Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City or Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi are most likely to be your destinations within Vietnam.

Stage 2: From Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc Island

By domestic flight

Taking a domestic flight is the quickest and most convenient way to get to Phu Quoc once in Vietnam. Both Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi offer multiple daily flights to Phu Quoc International Airport. The flight time from Ho Chi Minh City is approximately 1 hour, while from Hanoi, it takes around 2 hours and 10 minutes.

By private car and high-speed ferries

You can take a bus or hire a private car to reach the coastal cities of Rach Gia or Ha Tien. The road journey takes around 6 to 8 hours, depending on traffic and weather conditions.

From Rach Gia or Ha Tien, high-speed ferries run daily services to Phu Quoc Island. The ferry ride takes about 2 to 3 hours. Departures usually start in the early morning and continue until late afternoon.

Getting around Phu Quoc

Exploring Phu Quoc Island is easy and fun. Visitors have various options to get around the island, such as renting a motorbike for around 120,000-200,000 VND per day, taking a taxi, renting a bicycle for around 30,000-100,000 VND per day, or renting a private car with a driver for around 1,000,000 VND per day. However, public transportation is not as frequent, so it’s recommended to plan your transportation in advance to ensure a smooth and enjoyable trip.

Attractions in Phu Quoc

Phu Quoc Island is geographically divided into two main sightseeing zones: North Island and South Island. Besides, there is a central zone that visitors should not miss. Each area offers distinct experiences, from untouched nature to entertainment hubs.

North Island

Grand World Phu Quoc
Often referred to as the “Sleepless City,” Grand World Phu Quoc is a vibrant entertainment and shopping complex that operates 24/7. Visitors can enjoy cultural shows, Venice-style canal boat rides, colorful night markets, and a wide range of dining and shopping options.

VinWonders Phu Quoc
VinWonders is the largest theme park in Vietnam, offering a mix of thrilling rides, water slides, and interactive zones inspired by fairy tales and world civilizations. It’s an ideal day out for families with children, with areas like Adventure World, Water World, and European Avenue providing hours of fun.

Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc
Vietnam’s first and only open zoo, Vinpearl Safari is home to over 3,000 animals from 150 species worldwide. The park features an open-range safari, where visitors can experience a close-up view of wildlife from a safari bus, and a zoo area with educational shows and feeding sessions.

Long Beach (Bai Dai)
Located on the western coast, Long Beach offers over 20 kilometers of golden sand and calm waters. It’s perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and watching sunset views. Several luxury resorts, beachfront bars, and restaurants line this stretch.

Ganh Dau Cape
Ganh Dau is a quiet fishing village offering panoramic views of the Gulf of Thailand and the Cambodian coastline on clear days. Visitors can explore small local seafood restaurants, stroll along the rocky shorelines, and enjoy a more laid-back part of Phu Quoc.

Phu Quoc National Park
Covering over half of the island, Phu Quoc National Park is a haven for nature lovers. The park offers hiking trails through dense tropical forests, bird-watching opportunities, and access to Mount Chua.

Starfish Beach (Rach Vem)
Famous for its shallow waters dotted with red starfish, Starfish Beach offers unique photo opportunities and a peaceful setting. While the beach itself is rustic, visitors love the wooden seafood shacks serving freshly caught fish, crabs, and other local specialties.

Pepper Farms
Phu Quoc’s pepper is famous across Vietnam, and a visit to one of the island’s pepper farms in the north gives insight into how this spice is grown and harvested. Guests can walk among the pepper vines, learn about the drying process, and purchase fresh pepper products as souvenirs.

South Island

Star Beach (Bai Sao)
Arguably the most beautiful beach on the island, Star Beach is known for its powdery white sand and turquoise water. It’s a favorite spot for swimming, snorkeling, and beach photography.

Phu Quoc Cable Car & Hon Thom Island
The world’s longest oversea cable car connects An Thoi Town to Hon Thom Island, offering breathtaking aerial views of the An Thoi Archipelago. On Hon Thom Island, visitors can relax on pristine beaches, try water sports, or visit the Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park for fun activities.

An Thoi Archipelago
This group of small islands to the south of Phu Quoc is a paradise for snorkeling and island hopping. Popular spots include Hon May Rut, Hon Gam Ghi, and Hon Mong Tay, where visitors can explore coral reefs, swim in clear waters, and enjoy boat tours with seafood lunches.

Coconut Prison (Phu Quoc Prison Museum)
A sobering historical site, Coconut Prison tells the story of Vietnamese prisoners during the wars. The museum features reconstructed prison cells, torture instruments, and exhibitions about the harsh living conditions.

Ham Ninh Fishing Village
Located on the east coast but often visited during South Island tours, Ham Ninh offers a glimpse of traditional fishing life. The village is famous for fresh seafood, especially crabs. Walking along the long wooden pier at sunrise or sunset is a memorable experience.

Suoi Tranh Waterfall
A popular picnic spot, Suoi Tranh is a small waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and rock formations. After a short forest walk, visitors can reach the falls and enjoy the cool water. It’s best visited during the rainy season when the water flow is stronger.

Central Phu Quoc

Phu Quoc Night Market (Duong Dong Market)
Located in the heart of Duong Dong Town, the Phu Quoc Night Market is a bustling area filled with food stalls, souvenir shops, and fresh seafood vendors. It’s the perfect place to try local dishes like grilled scallops, seafood hotpot, and Phu Quoc fish sauce-based recipes.

Dinh Cau Temple (Cau Temple)
Perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the sea, Dinh Cau Temple is both a spiritual site and a scenic viewpoint. Fishermen come here to pray for safe journeys, and tourists often visit at sunset to capture beautiful coastal photos.

Pearl Farms
Phu Quoc is known as the “Pearl Island” for a reason. Visiting a pearl farm allows travelers to learn about the pearl cultivation process, from oyster farming to harvesting and polishing. Many farms also have showrooms where visitors can buy authentic Phu Quoc pearls.

Sim Wine Factories
Made from the local rose myrtle fruit (Sim), Sim wine is a unique Phu Quoc specialty. A visit to one of the island’s Sim wine factories offers a short tour of the production process and the chance to sample different varieties. The wine is sweet, fragrant, and often bought as a souvenir.

Where to Stay in Phu Quoc

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Accommodation Type	Typical Price Range (per night)	Recommended Areas / Examples
Budget Homestays / 2-star Hotels	600,000 – 800,000 VND	– Gold Hotel – Lavita Hotel – Sea Star Resort – Kim Hoa Resort
Mid-range (3–4 star hotels)	1,000,000 – 1,500,000 VND	– The Palmy Phu Quoc Resort & Spa – Phu Quoc Ocean Pearl Hotel – Coral Bay Resort Phu Quoc – La Casa Resort – Amon Hotel Phu Quoc
High-end Resorts (5-star)	From 1,500,000 VND and above	– Saigon Phu Quoc Resort – Eden Resort Phu Quoc
Beachfront Resorts / Villas / Bungalows	1,800,000 – 7,000,000 VND	North Island: – Vinpearl Phu Quoc Resort – Nam Nghi Coral Peninsula Phu Quoc – Fusion Resort Phu Quoc Central-North / Ong Lang Beach: – Movenpick Resort Waverly Phu Quoc – Mango Bay Resort East (Ham Ninh): – Rocks Beach Boutique Phu Quoc (Mini Maldives) Duong Dong Town: – Lahana Resort Phu Quoc – L’Azure Resort & Spa Phu Quoc – Anja Beach Resort – Pullman Phu Quoc – InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort South Island: – JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay (Khem Beach) – Premier Village Phu Quoc

Top Things to Do in Phu Quoc

Adventures in Snorkeling and Island-Hopping

Discover the smaller islets surrounding Phu Quoc for sailing, swimming, and snorkeling. Snorkelers will love Turtle Island (Hon Doi Moi) and Fingernail Island (Hon Mong Tay), which are well-known for their pristine waters and colorful coral reefs. Adventurers can enjoy diving and water sports at Dragon Rock (Ghenh Da Ban) and Hon Thom (Pineapple Island), which are further south.

Wildlife Encounters at Vinpearl Safari

Visit Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s first and only open zoo built to international safari standards. The park is home to animals from Africa, Europe, India, Australia, and more. Take a safari bus ride to see lions, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and tigers roaming in semi-wild habitats. Families with children will especially enjoy the interactive feeding and photo zones.

Shopping and Street Food at Phu Quoc Night Markets

Spend your evening at the Phu Quoc Night Market in Duong Dong Town (mainly along Vo Thi Sau Street near Dinh Cau Temple). The market opens daily from around 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm, offering fresh seafood, tropical fruits, street snacks, souvenirs, and pearl jewelry. Bargaining is common and part of the fun.

Sunset Cocktails at Beach Bars

After a day of sightseeing, unwind with a sunset cocktail at one of Phu Quoc’s beach bars. Popular choices include Rory’s Beach Bar, Sunset Sanato Beach Club, OCSEN Beach Bar & Club, and Rock Sunset Island Bar. These venues offer a laid-back atmosphere with music, drinks, and stunning sea views.

Relax on Phu Quoc’s Best Beaches

No trip to Phu Quoc is complete without time on its beautiful, uncrowded beaches. Top choices include Long Beach (Bai Truong), Ong Lang Beach, Khem Beach, and Sao Beach (Bai Sao). For the more adventurous, explore hidden beaches that are not marked on tourist maps and enjoy your own private slice of paradise.

Ride the World’s Longest Cable Car

Experience the record-breaking Phu Quoc, Hon Thom Cable Car, stretching nearly 8 kilometers across the sea. The 15-minute ride offers spectacular aerial views of the Gulf of Thailand. Once at Hon Thom Island, visitors can enjoy beach activities, water parks, and local dining. The cable car operates daily from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, with a short lunch break around midday.

What to Eat in Phu Quoc

Phu Quoc Island is not only known for its beaches and nature but also for its rich and diverse local cuisine, with seafood being the culinary highlight. For Indian tourists interested in authentic flavors and unique dining experiences, here are the food experiences you shouldn’t miss.

Enjoy Fresh Seafood at Local Fishing Villages

Phu Quoc offers an abundance of fresh seafood. Must-try dishes include clams, abalone, mudskipper fish, sea cucumbers, and sea snails. For a truly local experience, head to fishing villages. For those preferring a more comfortable dining environment, the restaurants below are favorites among both locals and tourists. Expect to spend around 400,000 to 600,000 VND per person, depending on your order.

Where to try

Ham Ninh Fishing Village
Ra Khoi Seafood Restaurant (30/4 Street, Duong Dong Town)
Xin Chao Seafood Restaurant (66 Tran Hung Dao Street)
Rach Vem and Cua Can Fishing Villages

Try the Iconic Bun Quay

A unique local specialty that every visitor should try is Bun Quay. This dish features fresh rice noodles, squid, fish cake, and shrimp cake, prepared on-site. The highlight is the self-mixed dipping sauce, where diners combine lime, chili, soup powder, sugar, and other seasonings to their taste. Each bowl costs approximately 35,000 VND, making it a budget-friendly and flavorful meal option.

Where to try

Bun Quay Kien Xay (Near Dinh Cau Night Market)

Explore Other Local Eateries

For variety beyond seafood, Phu Quoc has several well-loved local restaurants.
Ho Ky Goat Restaurant (30/4 Street) is popular for its goat hotpot and grilled goat dishes.

Bo To Beef Restaurant (100 Tran Hung Dao Street) is known for grilled beef and beef hotpot
Nha Xua Rice Pot Restaurant (68 Ly Thuong Kiet Street) offers home-style Vietnamese clay pot rice dishes.
Nha Xua Rice Pot Restaurant (68 Ly Thuong Kiet Street) offers home-style Vietnamese clay pot rice dishes.

Gift ideas

Some famous specialties of Phu Quoc that you can buy as gifts are pearls, fish sauce, pepper, and sim wine:

Phu Quoc pearls: relatively high price, depending on their quality, color, and size. Some reputable pearl shops to consider are Ngoc Hien and Quoc An.
Phu Quoc fish sauce: famous for its delicious and pure flavor. Some reputable fish sauce manufacturers to consider are Phung Hung, Khai Hoan, Thinh Phat, and Hung Thinh.
Phu Quoc pepper: has a spicy and strong aroma, with firm grains. You can buy pepper grains right at the Khu Tuong pepper garden or the Suoi Da pepper garden, which are well-known addresses.
Sim wine: in Phu Quoc is traditionally fermented from rose myrtle and white sand sugar. This type of wine is good for digestion and relieving fatigue. Familiar places to buy sim wine are Sim Son and Bay Giao sim wine.
Fresh seafood: Sea cucumbers, squid, and various types of dried fish. The night market in Duong Dong has many stores selling these products, with prices depending on the season and size.