The 15 Most Beautiful Islands in Vietnam
When it comes to stunning beaches and coastlines, Vietnam has so much to offer. So much, in fact, that people often overlook the amazing islands along this country’s picturesque coastline. Here are the most beautiful islands in the land where the mountains meet the sea.
Hòn Bà
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Hòn Khoai
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For those of you with a taste for adventurous food, the people on this island actually cook with algae. The island also boasts a colonial-era lighthouse, one of the earliest examples of French architecture in the country.
Phú Quốc
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Development is quickly changing this island, but it’s still such an amazing place – with beaches, seafood, stunning sunsets and a relaxing pace of life. We love this island and definitely recommend you visit it during your time in Vietnam.
Cát Bà Island
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We could’ve just filled this list with all the islands of Ha Long Bay, but we’ll limit ourselves to just the main tourism island in the bay: Cát Bà Island. There’s so much to love about this place. When you visit Ha Long Bay, skip the main city, and stay on this island instead.
Hòn Sơn
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While this island may not be all that large, it has nice hiking trails and as beautiful a fishing village as you’ll see in all of Vietnam. You really feel the connection to the sea on this little island off the south coast.
Côn Đảo Islands
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Nam Du Islands
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If you’re looking for pristine beaches, you won’t find any better than those on the Nam Du Islands, which are southeast of the more popular Phú Quốc Island. Just have a look at Bãi Cây Mến Beach. If that beach isn’t a paradise, we don’t know what is.
Phú Quý
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If you find yourself in either Phan Thiết or Mũi Né, you should definitely consider taking a trip over to Phú Quý. It only takes about four hours by ferry to get to this island of 20,000 people, and, once you’re here, you get to enjoy the island lifestyle that makes this place such a hidden gem.
Đảo Bình Hưng
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Đảo Bình Hưng is located in the mouth of Cam Ranh Bay. Like with many islands on this list, you’ll find excellent seafood and beaches here that’ll make you want to curl up with a good book and listen to the background noise of waves all day long.
Đảo Bình Ba
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Just across this bay from Đảo Bình Hưng is Đảo Bình Ba. Enjoy strolls along seashell-strewn coastlines, or even take a ride in a coracle boat. That’s the kind of bucket-list adventure to brag about when you get back home after your Vietnam holiday.
Hòn Tre
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Have you ever taken a cable car trip to an island? Step in at Cầu Đá Port in Nha Trang, and step off right next to a waterpark. How cool is that? And, for the golfers out there, be sure to visit the links at Vinpearl Discovery Rockside Nha Trang.
Nhơn Châu Island
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Here’s another island with excellent scuba-diving opportunities, and, unlike some of the smaller islands on this list, Nhơn Châu Island has plenty of accommodations for tourists. You can also check out the colonial-era lighthouse, where you can take in the panoramic views.
Lý Sơn Island
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This island is the remnant of a volcano that formed approximate 25 million years ago, making it one of the more unique landscapes in Vietnam. Known locally as the Kingdom of Garlic, much of the island is farmland.
Hòn Sơn Chà
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This is the island you’ll see as you make your way over the Hải Vân Pass, one of the best motorbike routes in all of Vietnam. We love it because it adds to the breathtaking views on this spectacular road.
Yến Island
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This island is where the revered General Võ Nguyên Giáp chose to build his tomb. It’s a popular spot for Vietnamese people to visit and show their respect to their national hero.