5 Best Beaches in Phu Quoc: A Paradise of White Sand, Turquoise Water, and Tropical Adventure 🌴

 Phu Quoc is a Vietnamese island where the sun reflects on white sand, the sea glows with emerald shades, and every sunset looks like a painted masterpiece. Whether you are looking for a romantic spot, a lively beach with a bar and music, or a quiet place for diving, Phu Quoc offers it all. . We have selected 5 beaches that you will fall in love with. Each has its own story, a unique atmosphere, and a charm that will draw you in and never let go. . Open your eyes, before you is a world where the sand is warm under your feet, the sea whispers in your ear, and every breath smells of freedom. Just take the first step and let yourself be carried away. You will carry this moment in your heart long after you return home.

So… which of these beaches will you visit first?

🐚 1. Sao Beach (Bãi Sao) – The Queen of White Sand

 If a beach dream exists, it is right here. Bãi Sao, or "Star Beach," lies on the east coast of the island and wakes up to a soft silence in the morning, when the first rays gild the sea surface and the fine white sand. . The sand? It’s like walking on flour – powdery, white, and cool. There is no stress here, just bare feet, slow walks under the palms, and peace. The sea is turquoise, calm like a lagoon, ideal for swimming. Waves are almost non-existent, so you can swim, float, or just lie on your back and watch the sky.

Sao Beach is not just about peace and the rustle of palms. Although it retains its natural beauty and is not overly built up, you will find stylish beach bars, seafood restaurants, and evening DJs with beach parties under the stars. Cocktails, music, and dancing in the sand – that's tropical comfort day and night. . If you want peace, just head a little to the right or left of the main action – and you will find a quiet place just for yourself, the sound of the sea, and white sand under your feet. . The biggest charm?

When the sea is rough elsewhere on the island, the water here is calm and clear. This makes Bãi Sao perfect all year round. Whether you come for sunrise, daytime lounging, or an evening drink under the stars, you will always leave satisfied. . After swimming, taste a local specialty – perhaps grilled octopus with chili and lime. Food right on the beach, with your feet in the sand and a view that will remain in your memory. It's not just food – it's an experience. 🦑🍋

📝 Summary – Sao Beach

• 🕒 Best Time: Year-round, quietest in the morning

• 🚗 Access: By car or boat as part of a trip

• 🍹 Facilities: Bars, restaurants, sun loungers, showers

• 🎧 Entertainment: DJs, beach parties, music in the evening

• 🛶 Activities: SUP, kayak, jet-ski, parasailing

• 📸 Instagram: White sand + turquoise water = dream photo

• 🌴 For Who: Couples, friends, romantics, and lovers of peace

🐠 Underwater: Yes, when you move away from the main hustle and bustle, you will discover a quiet world full of colorful fish, crabs, mollusks, and subtle coral formations. It's not a spectacular reef, but a hidden corner where nature breathes. A mask, snorkel, and an open heart for small miracles – that's enough. But remember, don't touch the corals, they are fragile and deserve protection.

✨ Kimi Tours Tip: Bãi Sao is part of most of our trips – whether by car through the green hills or by boat. There is never a lack of time for swimming, walking, and photography here.

🌅 2. Long Beach – The Golden Artery of the Island

 If Sao Beach rules the east, Long Beach is the heart of the west of the island. It stretches like a golden ribbon for over 20 km, and in places, you won't know where one beach ends and another begins. Long Beach is not just one beach – it is a whole story of life on the coast. . It's lively here day and night. Bà Kèo is followed by the beach with the iconic Dinh Cậu temple on the rock, from where there is a beautiful view. A little further on, the Dương Đông night market begins, and the main tourist street is full of restaurants, bars, cafes, and shops. It is the center of the action and the starting point for boat trips, snorkeling, the jungle, and coffee with a massage. . Nevertheless, Long Beach wakes up in the morning with the whisper of waves and the rustling of palms. The morning is ideal for barefoot walks, jogging, or breakfast in a cafe. In the afternoon, the turquoise water cools you down, and in the evening, you watch the sunset with a drink in your hand. 🌇

Long Beach is synonymous with unforgettable sunsets – a daily spectacle of nature.

📝 Summary – Long Beach

• 🕒 Best Time: All day, calm sea and sun during the high season (November–April)

• 🚗 Access: Directly from the main road in Dương Đông

• 🍹 Facilities: Cafes, bars, restaurants, shops, pharmacies

• 🎧 Entertainment: Night market, live music, beach parties, fire shows

• 🛶 Activities: Swimming, paddleboarding, relaxation, massages

• 📸 Instagram: Sunset, Dinh Cậu temple, night market

• 🌴 For Who: Couples, friends, families with children

🐠 Underwater: Long Beach is not primarily a snorkeling paradise, but you will find small wonders here – colorful fish, crabs, starfish, jellyfish, and corals. Nature is not just a backdrop here – the ocean is a living world, so respect it.

✨ Kimi Tours Tip: We love Long Beach for its versatility – from lounging to the night market to an evening cocktail with a view of the sunset. And if you want to end the day in style, we will gladly take you to our favorite bar. 🍸🌴

⭐ 3. Rạch Vẹm – Starfish Beach (Bãi Tắm Hàm Rồng)

 In the north of the island, where mountains rise from the sea and roads wind between the palms, you will find Rạch Vẹm, known as Starfish Beach. More than sand and sea, you will discover the silence that sings – a place where time has stopped. . The water is the color of liquid emerald and is so shallow that you can walk hundreds of meters from the shore. Beneath the surface, you will see hundreds of red sea stars, which look like living jewels on the bottom. They are fragile and beautiful – leave them be, and they will be here for other visitors too.

Rạch Vẹm is a fishing village on stilts – wooden houses, piers, fishing boats, drying nets. An authentic atmosphere without luxury and large tourist facilities. You will find a few sun loungers, bars with coconut juice, and frozen beer. Sometimes a floating bar appears, accessible only by paddleboard – an experience from another planet. 🛶🍹 . Plus, grilled fish from a local aunt, a coconut straight from the tree, and a view that heals the soul.

 ✨ The Starfish Kingdom Underwater: Why are there so many starfish here? Because starfish love shallow areas, calm currents, and a seabed covered with grass – exactly what northern Phu Quoc offers. Starfish of the species Protoreaster nodosus are red with dark protrusions, have five arms, and look like ceramic decorations. They are alive, breathing, and moving slowly.

👉 Do not take them out of the water – they can be easily damaged.

📝 Summary – Starfish Beach

• 🕒 Best Time: Morning to late afternoon, most starfish at low tide

• 🚗 Access: Adventurous, dirt road from Gành Dầu, ideally with a local guide

• 🍹 Facilities: Local restaurants on stilts, a few sun loungers, coconut, floating bar accessible by paddleboard

• 🎧 Entertainment: Silence, the sea, wooden piers, fishermen, sometimes live music from a speaker

• 🛶 Activities: Starfish watching, paddleboarding, relaxation, photography, swimming

• 📸 Instagram: Starfish, piers, floating bar, coconut in hand

• 🌴 For Who: Couples, friends, families with children

🐠 Underwater: Rạch Vẹm is not about coral gardens, but about starfish. In addition to them, you will also see shells, sea urchins, and small fish, crabs, or jellyfish. You will find more life in the more distant seagrass beds. This beach is about the beauty of tranquility, warm water, and the magical light that transforms everything it touches.

✨ Kimi Tours Tip: You will get the best experience on a private trip, where there is enough time for everything and no rush.

🏝️ 4. Mong Tay (Hòn Xưởng) – The Island Where Peace Meets Energy

On the small Mong Tay islet 🏝, in the turquoise water off the southwest coast of Phu Quoc, you will find a short strip of white sand in front of the famous Hải Sản Dửng restaurant 🦐. It is a place where tropical beauty meets tourist energy. . During the day, excursion boats anchor here ⛵, people enjoy fresh seafood, sip coconut water 🥥, and swim in the shallow, warm water.

 The sand is fine, sometimes littered with shells 🐚 and tiny corals, and is framed on the sides by smooth granite boulders 🪨, which reveal natural pools full of fish and crabs at low tide. In the morning and evening, it is peaceful, with cheerful guests and the splashing of kayaks 🚣‍♂️.

🍽 Beach Atmosphere: After swimming, you can enjoy fresh seafood at Hải Sản Dửng restaurant ❤️, which offers fish, shrimp, and oysters caught right in the vicinity. The food tastes best on the outdoor terrace with a view of Gam Ghi and the lagoon.

📝 Summary – Mong Tay (Finger Nail)

• 🕒 Best Time: October to April, but beautiful days can be found even during the rainy season

• 🚤 Access: By boat only – privately or on an organized tour, always from a licensed company🍹 Facilities: Seafood restaurant, bar, drinks, small snacks

• 🎯 Activities: Swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking, snorkeling, photography

• 📸 Instagram: Paddleboarding with corals, turquoise water, boulders, seafood with a view

• 🌴 For Who: Tropical scenery lovers, families with children, gourmets, and photographers

🌊 Underwater: Hon Mong Tay is a small snorkeler's paradise. From the shore, the bottom changes from sand to rich coral gardens 🪸, where hard and soft corals, anemones, clownfish, shrimp, and starfish live. Visibility reaches up to 15 meters, the reefs are healthy and full of life. All you need is a mask, snorkel, and time. Want to know more? Check out our article on snorkeling in Phu Quoc 🌊 and the guide to the southern islands 🏝

✨ Kimi Tours Tip: Honestly? If you truly want to enjoy the beach and corals, we strongly recommend avoiding cheap mass tours like "3 island hopping." It looks tempting on paper and costs a few crowns, but in reality, it's not about the beaches or snorkeling. It's pure commerce in the style of "buy here and now, take a photo, and let's go." No relaxation, just rush and crowds. Bet on smaller groups or a private trip where you are the master of the boat and time, and the experience comes first.

🌴 5. Gam Ghi Island in Phu Quoc – The Wild Underwater Gem of An Thoi

Gam Ghi Island, nicknamed the "Bali of Vietnam," is one of the most beautiful snorkeling spots in the southern An Thoi archipelago. White beaches are lined with coconut palms, and dramatic rock formations provide an ideal backdrop for relaxation and photos 📸.

 Beneath the surface, thick, colorful coral reefs 🪸 and schools of small fish such as clownfish, damselfish, and butterflyfish await you. Visibility is crystal clear and the water is calm, perfect for exploring the underwater world. . Although the island is attracting more visitors, its ecosystem is fragile and requires consideration — do not approach the corals and use nature-friendly sunscreens 🌞.

You can get here from An Thoi port during a short boat trip 🚤, often as part of full-day trips combining the surrounding islands. Whether you are looking for an underwater adventure, beach relaxation, or romance under the stars, Gam Ghi will offer you an unforgettable experience.

📝 Summary – Gam Ghi

• 🕒 Best Time: October to April; beautiful days can also be found during the rainy season

• 🚤 Access: By boat only — privately or on an organized licensed tour

• 🍴 Facilities: Although you won't find any restaurants here, you can enjoy a BBQ right on the beach with our tour.

• 🎯 Activities: Snorkeling, photography, fishing, beach relaxation

• 📸 Instagram: Rock formations, white beaches, coral reefs full of colorful fish

• 🌿 For Who: Nature lovers, adventurers, snorkelers, and photographers seeking peace and authenticity

🌊 Underwater: Gam Ghi is an underwater paradise with rich coral reefs right near the shore. You will find hard and soft corals 🪸, giant sea sponges, and clams here. Schools of damselfish cluster around the corals. Occasionally, you can spot clownfish in anemones or shy butterflyfish. Visibility is excellent, and the water is crystal clear.

✨ Kimi Tours Tip: Let’s be honest about Gam Ghi. Gam Ghi is an absolute snorkeling paradise surrounded by wild jungle and beaches. But if you want to enjoy the fun and not just stress, don't buy cheap "3 island hopping" style tours. Sure, they'll make a stop here. But it usually looks like they throw you in the water for 20 minutes, you barely put on your mask, the whistle blows, and you move on. That's not an experience; that's a race. That's not how you enjoy paradise. Give yourself time and peace on a trip where no one is rushing you.

Do you want to experience it for real? Check out our tours where quality and experience come first:

• 👉 Snorkeling in Phu Quoc – Kingdom of Corals and Beaches The best for lovers of the underwater world. No rush, just you and the most beautiful reefs on the island.

• 👉 Private Boat to the Southern Islands Be the master of your time. Your boat, your rules, your pace. Ideal for families or a party of friends.

• 👉 Snorkeling & Seafood BBQ – Phu Quoc Wild Beach Adventure Wild beach, fire, fresh seafood right off the grill, and an experience far from civilization. This is the true island life.

No matter which of these beaches you choose, Phu Quoc will offer you an experience that will stay deep in your heart. Every piece of the island has its charm and a story waiting for you to discover it.