Phu Quoc Island see and do guide

An independent selection of the best things to see and do in Phu Quoc Island. No paid placements, no advertorial.

Phu Quoc Island
see and do guide

Introduction

| 20 Dec 2015
Last updated 20 Dec 2015

Relaxing on the beach will likely keep you pretty contented on Phu Quoc. If you feel the need for some activity, this is a beautiful island and exploring it can be lots of fun. Phu Quoc is developing very quickly though so there's lots of construction and trucks roaring along once deserted roads.

Rent a motorbike or use a local motorcycle taxi to get around. There is talk that local police are cracking down on unlicensed foreigners riding motorbikes on Phu Quoc. Fines are hefty.

Travellers once converged on Bai Sao and Bai Kem beaches for a swim and seafood lunch. Bai Kem is already a construction site and Bai Sao will soon be. These days, you're not likely to find anything more interesting on these beaches than better known Long  or Ong Lang beaches.

Car hire is also available.

Boat trips to nearby islands including swimming, snorkelling and diving are also popular.

A prison that once held enemies of the US backed South Vietnamese government has recently reopened as a museum.

Coconut Tree Prison, Phu Quoc Island

Phu Quoc’s Coconut Tree prison was once used by the US backed South Vietnamese government for the incarceration of Viet Cong... Read more
Coconut Tree Prison, Phu Quoc Island
Main highway 5kms from An Thoi

Boat trips, snorkelling and diving, Phu Quoc Island

Jump on a boat and explore the beautiful islands around Phu Quoc. Swimming, snorkelling and diving are all popular and can be... Read more

Explore the island - Phu Quoc Island

Jump on a motorbike or a motorbike taxi and explore the natural beauty of Phu Quoc. Local taxis also offer half day and full day... Read more