Now, we tell you which are the best beaches in Vietnam specially designed for those who are planning their trip to Vietnam and like to enjoy the sun and the beach. The country is known for having beautiful beaches, which, surely, will meet the most demanding expectations. From the secluded beaches of the north, to the lush beaches of the Gulf of Thailand. Vietnam is a tourist destination from which you can enjoy the sun, the sea and outdoor activities. But it is important that you report well on the weather in Vietnam , as it varies according to the zones.
Not counting the islands, Vietnam has more than three thousand five hundred kilometers of coastline, which extend from north to south. For this reason, it is possible to find beaches for all tastes.
Next, in the following list we detail some of the beaches that we consider most representative of the different geographical areas of the country. In this way, you can make an approximate idea of the different possibilities. And to decide if it is worth spending a few days on the beach, taking into account also if it is the best time to travel to Vietnam.
Beaches of the North Zone of Vietnam
Ha long
Ban Chan is located in a secluded location on Bai Tu Long Bay , north of Ha Long Bay. It is the ideal place for those who seek tranquility and escape stress. The beach shows the characteristic landscape of the area with white sands, crystal clear waters and beautiful karst formations covered with vegetation. It's hard not to be captivated by the beauty of this beach.
Titop is the secluded beach of Titop Island . Famous among those who visit Ha Long bay, since the island is practically in the middle of the bay. The beach is tiny, but it has good sand, transparent water and an excellent location that makes it the target of many cruises . In addition, to bathe in its waters is a deserved prize, especially if we make the excursion to the viewpoint of the island.
Ba Trai Dao is located in the less visited area of Ha Long, in the sister bay of Lan Ha, located to the south. The beach is located in a sheltered corner of the Trai Dao island, sheltered from the winds. It is known as the "beach of the three peaches" because of its peculiar shape, which has earned it a place in local folklore. The beach area disappears with the rise of the tide, so we must make sure when it's time to go.
The best time to enjoy here the beaches of Vietnam in the North is from November to April
Beaches of the Central Zone of Vietnam
My Khe beach
This spectacular beach of Vietnam over thirty kilometers is world famous for having been the resting place of American troops during the Vietnam War. This fact that served as inspiration for the famous television series China Beach. With an area of sand more than sixty meters wide, it is a privileged place for all kinds of activities related to the sun and the beach, especially the practice of surfing. The beach enjoys in the dry season almost always clear skies and intense blue, fine white sand, transparent and clean water and a soft line of coast delimited by coconut trees. It has been rated by Forbes magazine as one of the best in the world , although to this day given its fame and its proximity to Danang it is a fairly busy place.
Five kilometers from the city center of Da Nang , the best time to visit is from April to September.
Cua Dai Beach
This coquettish three-kilometer beach is located about five kilometers from the beautiful coastal town of Hoi An , one of the best preserved in all of Vietnam. Cua Dai has fine white sand and its waters enjoy pleasant temperatures and few waves .. As a curiosity, the beach is half empty during the day, since the inhabitants of Hoi An, like good Vietnamese, flee from the sun because their aesthetic ideal It's very white skin. For this reason, they come at sunset to walk or have a drink in one of the many restaurants that dot the beach promenade. Some of the best hotels in the area are located here. That helps that beaches like Cua Dai are very well cared for .
The best time to enjoy the beach of Cua Dai is from April to September
Nha Trang
Halfway between the centre of Vietnam and the south, is the city of Nha Trang, whose bay is considered one of the most beautiful in the world. The beach of Nha Trang is about six kilometres long and abundant golden sand. It usually enjoys tropical temperatures, between twenty and thirty-two degrees all year round. The walk to the beach is magnificent if you like to walk. The best time to come is in the morning, since in the afternoon there may be wind and the sand may bother us. During the rainy season that begins in November, the water can get dirty, but the beach usually has a totally tropical aspect. If you prefer more privacy, the south area of the beach is much quieter.
Nha Trang can be visited all year round, except from the end of September to the middle of December which is when it can really rain. During the rest of the year, the climate is favorable being less hot from February to April
If you want to complement your circuit with a stay at the beach, it is a very good option and at a good price, as you can see on the next trip to Vietnam.
Beaches of the South Zone of Vietnam
Mui Ne is one of the beaches in Vietnam that attracts many tourists for its sand and good weather, with almost total absence of rain. The beach is located in a fishing village, about ten kilometers from the city of Phan Thiet and about 4 hours by road from Ho Chi Minh City, the capital of southern Vietnam . Since the nineties, the area has undergone a spectacular change, which has transformed its fifteen kilometers of beach in the seat of numerous hotels, some of them exclusive. The presence of strong air currents, especially between November and April, has made this beach a reference for surfers and kite surfers . Mui Ne has attractive additions that complete the offer of sun and beach, such as the nearby desert of dunes, of sands of various colors, the canyon known as Arroyo de las Hadas and the bustling fishing port ... It is undoubtedly one of the best options of beaches in Vietnam in which to spend some last days of relaxation
Although the beautiful beach of Mui Ne can be visited all year round due to its Beningno microclimate, if you want to avoid the wind, the best dates would be from May to October
Beaches of Ho Tram and Ho Coc
These are two beaches about a hundred kilometers from Ho Chi Minh (about two and a half hours by road) , which are usually a weekend destination for many of its inhabitants. Both Ho Tram and Ho Coc are sister beaches, only ten kilometers from each other, and both enjoy a privileged climate. Ho Coc has an extension of five kilometers of white sand, dunes and transparent waters, large rocks and corals. In the case of Ho Tram, this beach has a little built seafront and abundance of white sand, turquoise water and ideal depth to swim. Its beauty has positioned it as one of the favorite recreational sites of the wealthy classes of Ho Chi Minh City and numerous international tourists. The area is also famous for the hot springs of Binh Chau, which are a perfect complement to the tourist offer of sun and beach. Although the area is in full development, it is still in very early stages.
The best time to visit this area of beaches in Vietnam is between November and April
Nha Dat Beach
The Con Dao archipelago, in southeastern Vietnam, is full of fabulous sites, but most of the beaches are on the island of Con Son, the largest and the only one that has services for tourism. In Con Dao there are more than sixteen beaches that are characterized by their tropical aspect. Of all of them, we have selected as representative the Nha Dat beach, one of the most picturesque, six kilometers from the center of the city of Con Dao. In reality it is a series of coves separated by large rocks, which appear when the tide is removed and are exceptional for swimming. Nha Dat is usually chosen by couples who get married, to take photos of the wedding report. The reason for this is the "Peak of Love", the mountain that serves as a backdrop to the landscape of the beach and provides favorable auguries for marriage.
Although you can visit all year round, the time in which we can avoid the rains with more options will be from November to May and especially from December to February.
Beach of Sao Beach
The island of Phu Quoc is located in the southwest of Vietnam, in the Gulf of Thailand, very close to Cambodia, just over an hour flight from Ho Chi Minh City. Its geographical location guarantees you to enjoy mild temperatures throughout the year although the heavy rains that occur from June-July to October discourage your visit on these dates. All the beaches of the island are characterized by white sand and most of the hotels are located on the southeast coast, where palm trees abound. This is where you will find Sao Beach, the best beach on the island and, for many, the best beach in Vietnam: turquoise blue waters, jungle as a backdrop, fine white sand and few constructions. An authentic postcard of tropical beach. There are areas that you can practice snorkeling and kite surfing. It is located twenty-five kilometers from the capital Duong Dong (with airport).
We trust that this information about Vietnam's beaches have served to know you a little better fate from the point of view of sun and sand. As you have found, the diverse geography of Vietnam translates into a huge variety of beaches , which, undoubtedly, will fit your expectations. Whether you want to enjoy secluded beaches, urban beaches or seek ye want attractive beaches that have added, Vietnam is your lugar.Solo need to choose either the date you visit so that we are not raining all the time
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