Hon Mot Island Phu Quoc – A pristine destination that not everyone knows

Have you ever set foot to explore Hon Mot Island Phu Quoc? If not, try packing your backpack and experience this beautiful and pristine island. So where is Hon Mot, what is there, how to get there and what do you need to prepare when going here? All will be answered in detail in Rooty Trip’s article below.

1. Introduction to Hon Mot Island Phu Quoc

1.1. Where is Hon Mot Phu Quoc located?

Hon Mot is located at Bai Thom, in the Northeast of Phu Quoc island with a distance from one shore to the other only 200m. The island is large with an area of ​​more than 6.7 hectares, surrounded by rich primeval forests.

Hon Mot has wild, natural beauty and is covered with unique primeval forests. Therefore, this is one of the beautiful places in Phu Quoc that you should not miss.

1.2. Why is it called “Hon Mot”

There are many theories about why Hon Mot Island Phu Quoc is called that way:

Firstly, the most popular hypothesis is because this is the smallest island among the islands in the An Thoi archipelago, only about 6.7 hectares. Compared to other islands, Hon Mot is like a “lonely island”, “small island” so it is called Hon Mot.

The second hypothesis is that Hon Mot is located about 200m from the Northeast coast of Phu Quoc island, quite isolated from other islands in the An Thoi archipelago. This “solitary” and “alone” location may also be the reason for the name Hon Mot.

The final hypothesis is that the name “Hon Mot” is commonly used by local people and has been passed down to this day. Like many other place names, the name Hon Mot may come from a folk name, simple and easy to remember.

Hon Mot Phu Quoc in Bai Thom commune has an area of ​​more than 6.7 hectares

2. Instructions for traveling to Hon Mot island Phu Quoc 

Hon Mot island Phu Quoc is not too difficult to get to, so to start your journey of discovery, you can depart from Duong Dong through two routes:

• Option 1: You will run along Nguyen Trung Truc street, straight towards Bai Thom about 35km to the island.
• Method 2: Or you will move from Duong Dong to Ham Ninh fishing village, turn left and follow the red dirt road to get there.

3. The wild beauty loved by young people of Hon Mot Phu Quoc

It was once considered by many tourists to be a forgotten tourist destination. But the beauty that nature brings to Hon Mot island Phu Quoc is something that we cannot deny.

Almost completely isolated from everything outside, this place brings wild beauty and peace. Therefore, whether it is experiential tourism or exploration, Hon Mot will bring visitors experiences that are difficult to find elsewhere.

Hon Mot Phu Quoc – Pristine natural tourist destination

In addition, the clear blue sea and cool water are what visitors feel when they immerse themselves in the sea here. Another suggestion is that when you come to the island, you can organize a relaxing camping trip with friends or family on the beach.

Hon Mot is gifted by nature with beautiful clear blue water

With an area covered by forests and sea, when coming to Hon Mot island Phu Quoc, visitors will breathe in fresh, relaxing air. Besides, the blue of the sea, the forest and the gentle sound of clapping will help your busy soul become quieter and more peaceful.

Hon Mot with fresh air, no city dust

4. Experience interesting activities on Hon Mot Island Phu Quoc

Many people think that traveling to Hon Mot is quite boring because this place is still wild and there is nothing for fun and entertainment. However, leaving the hustle and bustle of the city, carrying a backpack and visiting Hon Mot will make you change your perspective.

Although tourism here has not developed that much, there are 4 interesting activities here that will make you happy and forget the way back:

• See coral in the deep sea

When coming to Hon Mot, you can try the exciting scuba diving to see coral. With diverse flora and fauna, moderately deep water levels, and colorful coral reefs. This will definitely be an activity that you should try when you come here

See coral under the sea at Hon Mot Phu Quoc

• Watch the sunrise or sunset

Watching the sunrise or sunset on the beach is also an extremely wonderful experience that you should try. With the cool breeze blowing from the estuary and the warm afternoon sunlight, this is like a soul-healing medicine for visitors.

Watch the beautiful sunset and sunrise at Hon Mot Phu Quoc

• Swimming in clear water

Swimming is also one of the experiences that you cannot miss when traveling here. When you immerse yourself in the clear and cool water, you will feel much more relaxed.

• Enjoy an outdoor barbecue

Finally, when night gradually falls, try a BBQ party with friends. Everyone can talk together and enjoy fresh and delicious seafood dishes on the island. Surely this will be a memory that you will hardly forget.

BBQ party with friends when night falls

5. What do you need to prepare when traveling to Hon Mot Island Phu Quoc?

Because Hon Mot island Phu Quoc is still quite wild, to make it easier to explore the island, you need to prepare all necessary items and personal belongings as follows:

• Hats, sunscreen or sunglasses are items that you cannot do without, especially when traveling. Because those things will protect your skin from sunburn.
• Because the sea view here is quite beautiful, don’t forget to bring appropriate clothing to explore the wild beauty here.
• In case you visit the island during the rainy season, prepare yourself an umbrella or, preferably, a raincoat, hat, and suitable shoes.
• It is necessary to prepare full equipment in advance when going teambuilding, because there is no rental service on the island. In addition, if you intend to organize camping or BBQ, you need to prepare a kitchen.

Above are some pocket experiences for you about Hon Mot island Phu Quoc. Rooty Trip hopes that you will have many memories and experiences when coming here. Don’t forget to contact Rooty Trip for advice and support to accompany your travels, discoveries, and experiences.

Some frequently asked questions when traveling to Hon Mot Phu Quoc

If you’re going on an island cruise for the first time, you’ll probably ask questions like:

What to eat at Hon Mot Island Phu Quoc?

Food service at Hon Mot Phu Quoc is not yet developed, so restaurants and eateries are still quite limited. You can prepare food in advance to have a BBQ on the beach. However, there are a few restaurants you can refer to such as:

• Hoa Bien Restaurant: Restaurant specializing in serving seafood dishes, located in Duong Dong town. The space creates an impression thanks to the leaf huts so diners can comfortably enjoy delicious meals.
• Friendly Beach Bai Thom Restaurant: This is a restaurant with a cool, clean space and located right next to Bai Thom. So you can both enjoy delicious food and admire the beautiful view of the sea.

Does Hon Mot Phu Quoc have hotels or resorts?

Because it is a quite wild and unexploited location, hotel locations are limited. However, you can stay at Vinpearl Phu Quoc to have the perfect and most convenient trip.

In particular, Vinpearl Phu Quoc system has 5-star resort services that bring you the best experience such as: full amenities system, spa, restaurant, cuisine and swimming pool…

Staying at Vinpearl also helps you move to VinWonders or Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc quite conveniently. At these entertainment venues, you will enjoy exciting shows and visit the semi-wild animal sanctuary with many of the first 1-0-2 rare animals in Vietnam.

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