The best option to get to Phu Quoc Island is definitely by plane. Flights from Ho Chi Minh City are short and you arrive rested and ready to explore the island. The cheaper alternative is taking a bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Ha Tien or Rach Gia and crossing the Gulf of Thailand with a fast boat.
Is Phu Quoc expensive?
The prices in Phu Quoc were slightly more expensive than the rest of Vietnam, most noticeably when it came to accommodation. … It was so relaxing after the craziness of the big Vietnamese cities and a chance to really chill out.
Can you fly direct to Phu Quoc?
From Ho Chi Minh City, there are 4 airlines that have direct services to Phu Quoc, which are Bamboo Airways, Veca Airlines, VietJet Air and Vietnam Airlines (SkyTeam). From Hue and Nha Trang, you can fly with VietJet Air and Vietnam Airlines (SkyTeam).
Is it worth going to Phu Quoc?
There’s more to Phu Quoc than Long Beach
Most tourists will stay on and around Long Beach, a stunning 20-kilometer stretch of sand that’s now lined with luxury resorts, beach chairs, and tourists. It’s beautiful, but it can get pretty crowded and it’s very built up. Usually, super touristy beaches aren’t my thing.
How long should I stay in Phu Quoc?
If you’re short on time and budget, you should still spend at least 2-3 days in Phu Quoc if you truly want to enjoy everything on the island. A one-day trip to the Southern part and another short trip to the North is enough to get the whole island covered.
Do I need a visa for Phu Quoc?
To enter Phu Quoc with no visa, visitors must meet the requirements below: Your passport must be valid for 6 months since your arrival date or else you should renew it prior to taking the trip to Phu Quoc. You must fly from an international country to Phu Quoc via the Phu Quoc International Airport.
How much is a beer in Phu Quoc?
Food Costs In Phu Quoc
Here are some sample costs: Vietnamese Beer: 10,000VND to 25,000VND depending on size. Imported Beer: Tiger/Heineken starts at around 20,000VND, German, Japanese beer starts at 25,000VND.
What is Phu Quoc known for?
Phú Quốc is famous for its two traditional products: fish sauce and black pepper. The rich fishing grounds offshore provides the anchovy catch from which the prized sauce is made. As widely agreed among the Vietnamese people, the best fish sauce comes from Phú Quốc.
When should I go to Phu Quoc Island?
The best time to go to island is during the dry season. From November until March, Phu Quoc weather sees sunny skies and temperatures between 25°C and 28°C. You can sunbathe, snorkel and swim at Long Beach and Ong Lang Beach.
Can I get a ferry from Cambodia to Phu Quoc Island?
Despite years of rumors about a new super-duper direct ferry from Kampot to Phu Quoc Island, there is frustratingly still only one way to get to Phu Quoc from Cambodia — starting in Kampot, travel to the Vietnamese border, cross the border, and then catch a ferry from the border town of Ha Tien.
How far is Phu Quoc from Saigon?
The distance between the Vietnamese city of Ho Chi Minh and Phu Quoc island is about 378 km.
Are there sharks in Phu Quoc?
Most of the sharks caught have been small. Beaches around Phu Quoc are safe from sharks. There have been no reported incidents other than cases where people mistook the look-alike but small and generally harmless to humans “cá nhám” (threshers) as sharks.
Why would I travel to Phu Quoc?
The island is suitable for an escape from the bustling atmosphere of Vietnam’s urban cities. Phu Quoc has 28 small islets and islands and more than 10 beaches of which Long beach (Bai Dai) and Star beach (Bai Sao) are the most charming that attract a large volume of tourists annually.