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Ganh Dau Phú Quốc is one of the most unique destinations on the pearl island Phú Quốc. Located in the northwest of the island, this land has a wild, peaceful beauty with blue sea, golden sand and especially heroic historical marks. This article will update full information about tourist attractions, resorts, history, culinary culture, ideal travel time and useful tips when traveling to Ganh Dau. Let's explore this beautiful and experience-rich natural land!
Location and features of Ganh Dau Phú Quốc
Ganh Dau is a commune of city Phú Quốc, located at the northwest end of the island. Many people compare Phú Quốc island to the shape of a fish wagging its tail swimming to the North, and Ganh Dau Cape is the location of the “fish mouth”. This area borders the territorial waters of Cambodia, just a few kilometers from Ganh Dau cape is the Cambodian port with small offshore islands. On clear days, especially in the afternoon sunset, tourists standing at Cape Ganh Dau can see faintly Hon Nan and Kaoh Ses Island of Cambodia, as well as the Ta Lon mountain range (in Cambodia) are right in sight. The natural scenery here is pristine with crescent-shaped golden sand beaches, clear blue sea water and undulating rocky cliffs creating a harmonious natural picture. The sea water in Ganh Dau has low salinity and calm waves, suitable for moments of enjoyment and immersing yourself in the ocean.
On the coast of Ganh Dau, there are scattered natural rocky outcrops. Over thousands of years of erosion by wind and waves, the rocky outcrops have formed strange and unique shapes, which cannot help but evoke the rich imagination of visitors. The air in Ganh Dau is fresh and cool all year round thanks to the primeval forest of National Park Phú Quốc right next to it. It is the combination of the ocean and the green forest that has created for Ganh Dau a peaceful and cool atmosphere that cannot be found anywhere else.
Historical and cultural imprints in Ganh Dau
Ganh Dau is not only famous for its natural scenery, but also known for its unique historical and cultural marks. At Ganh Dau cape there are Temple of National Hero Nguyen Trung Truc, built by the people of Phú Quốc island in 1993 to commemorate the hero with the famous feat of burning French ships. According to history books, it was at Ganh Dau in 1868 that Nguyen Trung Truc was captured by the French colonialists (later executed in Rạch Giá). The temple today is an important historical and cultural relic for the people of the pearl island. Every year, on the 27th day of the 8th lunar month, people and tourists from all over gather here to attend the death anniversary to commemorate the national hero and pray for peace and happiness.
Besides its historical value, Ganh Dau is also a peaceful coastal fishing village where visitors can witness the simple life of local fishermen. Every morning, fishing boats in Ganh Dau set out to sea to begin their fishing journey, and in the evening they return to the port with fresh catches of fish. Visitors can stroll along the coast, following fishermen to visit anchovy processing facilities (the raw material for making anchovies). Phu Quoc fish sauce) to learn more about the famous fish sauce industry. Images of fishermen drying fish, weaving nets or mooring boats at sea will also leave a deep impression of a sea and island region rich in tradition.
Outstanding tourist attractions in Ganh Dau
Ganh Dau Phú Quốc attracts tourists with many unique attractions, combining natural beauty and modern entertainment facilities. Below are typical places that you should not miss when visiting Ganh Dau:
- Cape and beach of Ganh Dau: Ganh Dau Cape is a cape jutting out into the sea, possessing a pristine crescent-shaped beach. Coming here, visitors can walk barefoot on the fine sand, sit on the rocks to watch the sea and listen to the sound of the waves. In particular, Ganh Dau beach is famous for its moments sunset beautiful: the last rays of sunlight shimmered on the sea as if plated with silver, the sea and sky seemed to be dyed a poetic orange.
- VinWonders Phu Quoc: This is the largest theme park in Vietnam, located in Bai Dai area of Ganh Dau commune. VinWonders Phú Quốc has a huge area, divided into many zones with unique themes (steppe wonders, medieval castles, Vikings, ancient Egypt ...). Hundreds of high-tech games and spectacular shows will bring visitors a day of entertainment.
- Vinpearl Safari: Deep in the forest of Ganh Dau is the Safari Park - the first semi-wild zoo in Vietnam. Coming here, visitors can see the natural habitat of more than 150 rare animal species with more than 3,000 individuals. Specially designed buses will take visitors on a journey to "look" at the animals living freely. In addition, Safari also has animal shows and a play area with baby animals, helping children and families experience the animal world up close.
- Grand World Phu Quoc: Known as "the city that never sleeps" Located in the Phú Quốc United Center complex in Ganh Dau, Grand World is a vibrant entertainment, shopping and accommodation complex that operates around the clock. Visitors can slowly walk among the European-style streets, admire the romantic Love Lake, the unique Bamboo Legend project with 32,000 bamboo trees or enjoy the show "Quintessence of Vietnam" recreating attractive folk culture. In addition, right next to Grand World is Corona Casino – the first modern casino in Vietnam that allows Vietnamese people to play, with a scale and service not inferior to other famous casinos in the region.
- Rach Vem fishing village: Not far from Ganh Dau is the rustic fishing village of Rach Vem with more than 170 households. This place is known as "starfish kingdom" because every dry season (usually from November to April), thousands of deep red starfish will appear in the shallow waters right next to the beach. Tourists enjoy walking on the wooden bridges jutting out into the sea, taking pictures with starfish and enjoying fresh seafood at floating restaurants on the sea surface.
- Bai Dai: Bai Dai is the longest beach in Phú Quốc (nearly 15km), starting from Cape Ganh Dau and extending to Cua Can. This place was voted by Forbes magazine as one of the most beautiful beaches on the planet thanks to its wild beauty that is rarely found anywhere else. Bai Dai has a dreamy natural landscape with fine white sand and emerald green sea water. This is also an ideal place to enjoy the sunset and organize picnics by the sea.
Culinary experience in Ganh Dau
Traveling to Ganh Dau Phú Quốc cannot be complete without enjoying local cuisine. You can easily find fresh seafood in the fishing village of Ganh Dau - where there is a small seafood market selling fresh fish, shrimp, and crabs that fishermen have just caught. Visitors can also buy seafood here to have it prepared at the market or some nearby rustic eateries. At night, you can visit Grand World Food Street belongs to the Phú Quốc United Center complex, where countless restaurants are concentrated, especially lively and open all night. Here, you can find all kinds of Phú Quốc specialties: crabs Ham Ninh Steamed fish, herring salad wrapped in rice paper, grilled sea urchin with scallion oil, crab blood pudding… The diverse food stalls from domestic to European and Asian will satisfy all culinary tastes of tourists.
In addition to seafood, when coming to Phú Quốc, visitors should not forget to enjoy the famous specialty Phu Quoc fish sauce and Phú Quốc pepperRight in Ganh Dau and neighboring areas such as Rach Vem, Rach Tram, there are many green pepper gardens that create a unique landscape. Tourists can combine visiting pepper gardens to learn about the process of growing and processing pepper, and buy some as souvenirs.
Resorts and accommodations in Ganh Dau
Being quite far from the center, Ganh Dau Phú Quốc does not have many accommodation options. However, coming to Ganh Dau, you will find some world-class 5-star resorts. The most typical are Vinpearl resort system Phú Quốc (Vinpearl Resort & Spa, Vinpearl Wonderworld, VinHolidays, VinOasis...) are located right next to Bai Dai with a beautiful private beach and high-class amenities. In addition, some other resorts such as Radisson Blu Resort Phú Quốc or Mövenpick Resort Waverly (in the north of the island) is also a worthy choice for tourists who want to experience a luxurious and private space.
If you want to save money, you can stay at some budget motels right in the fishing village of Ganh Dau (not many, need to book in advance) or choose 2-3 star hotels in the Cua Can area, north of the island to easily travel to Ganh Dau during the day. Some young tourists like to experience camping on the pristine beach in Ganh Dau to completely immerse themselves in nature, but you should prepare insect repellent and ensure safety when staying overnight.
The ideal time to travel to Ganh Dau
Phú Quốc has climate humid tropics, divided into distinct rainy and dry seasons. The best time to visit Ganh Dau Phú Quốc is from November to April of the following year.. It is currently the dry season in Phú Quốc, the weather is cool and pleasant, there are few storms, the sea is calm and favorable for boats and sea activities. In particular, the dry season is a favorable time for you to witness the appearance of starfish in Rach Vem, as well as enjoy the most beautiful sunset of the year.
On the contrary, from May to October is rainy season in Phú Quốc. Although the scenery of Ganh Dau is still beautiful and poetic in the rainy season, heavy rain and rough seas can affect outdoor sightseeing plans. If you go during the rainy season, you should prepare umbrellas, raincoats and arrange flexible time in case of bad weather.
How to get to Ganh Dau Phú Quốc
Move to island Phú Quốc: To get to Ganh Dau, you first need to go to island Phú Quốc. Visitors can choose to travel by air route (landing at International Airport Phú Quốc) or sea route by high-speed train. Phú Quốc Express shipping company currently operates many routes. speedboat to Phu Quoc from the mainland (Rạch Giá – Phú Quốc, Hà Tiên – Phú Quốc,…). Travel time by speedboat only takes about 2-3 hours, is a worthwhile experience that allows you to enjoy the beautiful seascape on the journey to the pearl island. Visitors can buy Train tickets Rạch Giá – Phú Quốc or Hà Tiên – Phú Quốc with many departure times every day. It is recommended that you book train tickets in advance to ensure a seat and choose the right departure time, especially during peak tourist season.
Travel at Phú Quốc to Ganh Dau: The port and airport are both located in the southeast of the island, about 30-40km from Ganh Dau. From Duong Dong town (center Phú Quốc), you can go to Ganh Dau by motorbike (rent for ~150,000 VND/day) or taxi/service car. The distance is about 30km, running through green primeval forest roads and picturesque coastal roads. The roads to Ganh Dau are now mostly paved, but some red dirt roads can slow down the journey a bit. If you go by motorbike, make sure to fill up your gas tank before departure because the road is quite deserted, there are not many gas stations. In addition, you should also bring a map or use GPS because there are a few turns in the forest that can easily lead you astray.
Useful travel tips for Ganh Dau
- Prepare your luggage: Ganh Dau is full of sunshine and sea breeze, so remember to bring sunglasses, hats, sunscreen and a water bottle to protect your skin and health during the trip. You should also bring mosquito repellent or insect repellent if you plan to stay outdoors for a long time or camp overnight.
- Appropriate attire: If you plan to visit Nguyen Trung Truc Temple, choose polite and discreet clothing to show respect. When walking on the rocky outcrops near Ganh Dau Cape, you should wear shoes with good grip to avoid slipping because the rocks can be covered with moss and very slippery.
- Saving schedule: We recommend that you combine visiting Ganh Dau with nearby attractions (such as Rach Vem, Bai Dai, VinWonders, Safari) in the same trip to save time and travel costs.
- Book services in advance: During peak tourist season, services such as hotel rooms and VinWonders/Safari tickets are often sold out early. You should book these services in advance, especially high-speed train tickets to Phú Quốc, to ensure your travel schedule as planned.
- Environmental protection: Finally, when visiting Ganh Dau, always be conscious of preserving the pristine beauty of the island sea. Do not litter, limit noise and respect local culture.
Ready to explore Ganh Dau Phú Quốc!
Through the above information, you must have felt the attraction of Ganh Dau Phú Quốc - from the wild beauty, fresh air to meaningful cultural and historical experiences. Let's book tickets today and Plan to enjoy a smooth sea journey, admire the beautiful seascape and find the heroic historical mark on this mythical island! If you are planning to explore Ganh Dau, do not hesitate to choose the Phú Quốc Express high-speed train to experience the wonderful things mentioned above for yourself. Book your ticket today and get ready for a memorable trip to Ganh Dau, Phú Quốc - the sacred and beautiful land of the Fatherland!
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