Where to go in Mui Ne, Phan Thiet

Mui Ne is a coastal town situated on the east coast of Phan Thiet, Binh Thuan province and is about 250 kilometers north  of HCMC. It is famous for coconut trees growing along the roads, stunning beaches, rock cliffs beside the sea, white sand dunes in the sunlight  - endless inspiration for both professional and amateur photographers. Mui Ne is known as the resort capital and is one of the premier tourist sites for those who love sea tourism in Vietnam – an ideal place to take a rest and unwind.

Mui Ne beach

Suoi Nuoc Mui Ne

Suoi Nuoc Mui Ne has the coastline of 10 kilometers, is situated in Mui Ne ward. Its two ends are famous tourist attractions Hon Rom island and Hon Nghe islet (a small turtle- shaped like island reaching out to the sea. Suoi Nuoc Mui Ne is located along the Route No.706, which leads to the White Sand Dunes of Phan Thiet; this is also a coastal tourism route leading visitors from HCMC to Phan Thiet, Nha Trang and vice versa. This route is also the place that satisfy all visitors who love photography with impressive angles of daily life and scenic site of Mui Ne, Phan Thiet.

This area was formerly a small fishing village; in 2000 it was developed and planned for tourist development purpose when the area of Ham Tien - Mui Ne became crowded. Suoi Nuoc Mui Ne is characterized by wild beauty, beautiful scenery of the mangrove forests beside Mui Ne beach. Located at the foot of high and long sand dunes, with gentle slope toward the sea and numerous small streams originating from the cave inside the sand dunes, this area is called Long Son- Suoi Nuoc. In dry seasons (around October every year), there are dozens of white storks coming for fresh fish on those small streams, creating a peaceful picture of this place.

Thanks to far distance away from the residential area, the beach is very clean, with  white soft sand. In summer, when the South winds come (from April to October every year) the water level goes down to around belly level even at about a hundred meters away from the seashore so it is safe and suitable for the tourist season of domestic tourists and those who love the sport of sailing. In the season of North winds (from October to April of next year), this is an ideal place for sea sports players to challenge their courage with big waves through windsurfing and kitesurfing.

What to do in Mui Ne?

– Swimming, learning to sail, going windsurfing or kitesurfing

– Discovering melaleuca forests

– Walking along the tranquil and pristine beach

– Discover Hon Rom with fantastic whole view of Long Son Suoi Nuoc’s strait from the top of the hill; going fishing, catching oysters at Hon Rom rocky shore.

– Exploring the coastal tourist route leading to Hon Nghe and White Sand Dunes (Bau Trang)

Mui Ne sand dunes

A lot of visitors are very excited when having a trip to the sand dunes beside the coastal route no.706, visiting famous tourist attractions such as Mui Ne fishing village, Yellow Sand Dunes, Hon Rom, Long Son Suoi Nuoc, Hon Nghe, and White Sand Dunes; among which White Sand Dunes and Yellow Sand Dunes are must-go destinations for visitors.

Sand dunes

White Sand Dunes

Walking on the sand dunes may make you think of huge deserts in Middle East or Africa. Children are excited with sand sledding; and photographers are trying to capture the breathtaking beauty of the nature here and there. This is always an unforgettable experience for each visitor.

White Sand Dunes – Bau Trang

White Sand Dunes or Bau Trang is the second most attractive site (ranked after beaches) for tourists in Mui Ne. Located about 20 kilometers northeast of Mui Ne, Bau Trang is like Sahara’s sand dunes.The sand here turns from golden to pure white (red sand can be found in the south of some Mui Ne’s villages).

Bau Trang area contains 3 lakes: Bau Ong (Gentleman Lake), Bau Ba (Lady Lake) – the largest lake, Bau Xoai (Mango Lake) - the smallest lake, and some ponds. Bau Ba covers an area of 70 hectares; the widest area is 500 meters; the average depth is 5 meters, but in rainy season, the deepest point may be 19 meters underneath . The total volume of water contained in the two lakes is 12,131,900 cubic meters. The deepest part of the lake is covered by hundreds of lotus flowers blooming all over the lake when summer comes, making the the area more beautiful.

Sand Sledding

What to do at Bau Trang?

– Sand Sledding: The best time to pay a visit is in the early morning or late afternoon because the sand can be very hot during the day. Visitors should bring along plenty of water.

– Perfect place to take photos

– Rent a jeep: to conquer the sand dunes with your driving skills

– Ride ostrich

– Rent a place on a boat to enjoy the beauty of the lotus lake

Fairy Stream (Suoi Tien)

Located at a distance of 18 kilometers northeast of Phan Thiet, Fairy Stream in the eyes of visitors appears as a small but romantic and mysterious stream. One side of Suoi Tien faces alternate red and white sand dunes, the other side faces a coconut row, and evergreen, luxuriant shrubs. The stream bends itself through the multicolored sand dunes, creating a wonderland-like scene. Between the sharp peaks, there are slits and alleys which are ideal places for adventurous climbers.

What to do at Fairy Stream?

Just go for a walk in the stream with your bare feet to feel the soft sand under your foot soles and romantic atmosphere.

Mui Ne fishing village

Mui Ne fishing village is about 3 kilometers north of Mui Ne town. Right on the path to the village, you can see hundreds of colorful fishing boats floating on the water surface. Not far away from the port, there is a small and peaceful market surrounded by coconut rows. Walking along the beach which is filled with seashell, especially along the port area and southern area of the town, you will see how fishermen do their job.

What to do at the fishing village?

Buy fresh seafood right at the port or enjoy steamed seafood in local small restaurants. The best time to visit the fishing village is in the early morning or late afternoon.

Ke Ga Lighthouse

At the distance of 30 kilometers south of Phan Thiet, there exists a sea area known as the home of Ke Ga Lighthouse. This sea area is amazingly stunning with colorful rock reefs.

Buit in 1897 by a French architect named Chnavat, the lighthouse is considered as one of the most beautiful lighthouses in Southeast Asia. The lighthouse is 25 meters from the sea surface; and it is 41 meters from the base to the top. Ke Ga Lighthouse possesses the classic beauty of the West and is considered as a precious artwork made entirely from marble. This special architectural monument and picturesque landscapes have made Ke Ga Island and the lighthouse become one of the tourist attractions of Phan Thiet in recent years.  

What to do in Ke Ga?

– Discover natural rocky beaches, pure blue sea water and wild nature

– Rent a fishing boat or a cano in the area to visit the island and Ke Ga Lighthouse

– Night fishing

Ta Cu mountain

Ca Tu mountain is a must-go tourist site for any tourist to Phan Thiet-Mui Ne. Going for about 30 kilometers Southeast of Phan Thiet (1 hour drive), you can see the mysterious beauty of the mountain with your own eyes. To go up to the pagoda on top of the mountain, you can choose to climb up or go on the cable car which will carry you through the vast tropical forest – home of numerous bird species and wild animals. The mountain pagoda was built in 1879 at about 457 meters above sea level. It is surrounded by the green color of mountain and forest around the year , and streams, singing birds and calling songs of monkeys. Ta Cu Mountain Pagoda is the general name for both Linh Son Long Doan and Linh Son Truong Tho pagoda campus.

Ta Cu mountain pagoda

What to do at Ta Cu?

– Walking up on the mountain stairway to enjoy the beauty of the nature in Ta Cu

– Admire the whole view of Ta Cu on the cable car

– Besides, you can also explore other services such as: restaurants at the foot of the mountain, riding swan boats, going fishing for fun, electric scooter tour.

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