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Experience traveling to Hon Thom Phu Quoc: What does Hon Thom have?

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Hon Thom, also known as Pineapple Island, is famous for its beautiful natural scenery with long white sand beaches, clear blue sea water and colorful coral reefs. This place is not only an ideal destination for tourists who want to enjoy a relaxing vacation, but also an entertainment paradise with countless exciting games at Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park. Hon Thom is also known as “paradise island” because of its wild, poetic beauty and high-class tourism services.

This article will provide you with the most useful information about Hon Thom Phu Quoc, helping you have unique and memorable experiences when arriving on this beautiful island.

kinh nghiệm du lịch hòn thơm phú quốc

Wild, poetic scenery at Hon Thom

1. Some details about Hon Thom Phu Quoc

Before coming to Hon Thom, let’s learn a few things about this “pearl” with Rooty Trip.

1.1. Where is Hon Thom Phu Quoc?

Hon Thom is located in the south of Phu Quoc island, the largest island in the An Thoi archipelago of the Gulf of Thailand. Hon Thom Island has an area of ​​about 300 hectares (3,000,000 square meters). The island is located 6km from An Thoi port and about 30km from the center of Duong Dong Phu Quoc ward. Hon Thom is closest to Hon Mong Tay, only 1.5km away.

1.2. Why is it called “Hon Thom”? What is special about Hon Thom Phu Quoc?

There are many theories about the name of Hon Thom. Among them, the most popular theory explains that in the past, many pineapple trees (fragrant) were grown on the island and emitted a sweet scent. From then on, the island was called Hon Thom or another name is Pineapple Island. Since around 1988, many Thai traders have visited Hon Thom to buy seafood, gradually becoming a spontaneous port and increasingly developing.

The population density on Hon Thom is relatively low, only about 5,000 people, so the island still retains its rare wild and rustic beauty. People here have a long tradition of fishing and often organize cultural activities associated with the profession such as fishing festivals, sea worship festivals, collective net pulling… In particular, all households there are two houses located in the South and North of the island to move around during the windy season.

1.3. What season is best to go to Hon Thom, Phu Quoc?

The most ideal time to travel to Hon Thom is from November to April next year, this is the dry season in Phu Quoc. At this time the weather is very beautiful, the sky is clear, the sun is warm, there is little rain and the sea is calm so it is very suitable for swimming as well as participating in outdoor activities such as diving to see coral, riding the cable car, canoeing…

thời điểm đi hòn thơm lý tưởng

November to April is the ideal time to travel to Hon Thom

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2. How to get to Hon Thom

There are 2 ways to get to Hon Thom: by boat or by cable car.

2.1. Take a boat to Hon Thom island

Every day there are 5 trains moving between An Thoi port and Hon Thom:

  • From An Thoi port to Hon Thom: 2 trips at 9:30 am and 11:30 am.
  • From Hon Thom to An Thoi port: 3 trips at 13:45, 14:30 and 17:00.

Each train trip will last about 30 minutes with a ticket price of about 50,000 VND/way. This way of traveling is suitable for travelers who want to save money, enjoy a new train experience and enjoy the sea view from the train.

2.2. Experience the Hon Thom cable car

Hon Thom cable car is the longest sea-crossing cable car in the world with a length of up to 7900 meters. The cable car operates from 7:30 am – 5:00 pm (depending on the season) on all days of the week. The cable car goes from An Thoi station to Hon Thom and vice versa with a travel time of about 15 minutes. Cable car ticket prices range from 450,000 – 600,000 VND.

You can refer to cable car ticket combos and other activities at Rooty Trip. This will be an unforgettable experience for tourists who want to enjoy the feeling of flying in the clear blue sky, watching the panoramic view of the Gulf of Thailand and surrounding islands.

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Experience the cable car to Thom island

3. What to do on Hon Thom Phu Quoc island?

Hon Thom is a Phu Quoc tourist destination specializing in games related to underwater activities such as swimming, scuba diving and participating in extremely attractive underwater games.Below is a summary of entertainment activities at Hon Thom with ticket prices and contact information:

Activity Ticket price Phone
Dive to see coral Snorkeling: 300.000 – 500.000 VND/ person

Scuba diving: 900.000 – 1.400.000 VND/ person

0886.045.888 (Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park)
Jetski 1 turn (maximum 2 people)

600.000 VND/ 10 minutes)

850.000 VND/ 15 minutes

Parasailing 800.000 VND/person/ 10 minutes
Kayak Free
Have fun at Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park 450.000 – 600.000 VND/ ticket
Visit Coral Park 950.000 VND– 1.835.000 VND/ ticket 0297.282.8888 (Namaste Phu Quoc)
Speed boat 4-island tour 1.200.000 VND 0886.068.886 / 0983.267.889 (Rooty Trip)

3.1. Swimming and diving to see coral

Hon Thom beach has fine white sand winding around rows of green coconut trees and crystal clear sea water like jade. Hon Thom’s sky is blue all year round, with few clouds, combined with the water surface to create a beautiful scene. Enjoying the cool water, immersing yourself in pristine nature and feeling the fresh air will make visitors indescribably passionate.

Hon Thom possesses a diverse coral ecosystem with many colorful coral species, creating a beautiful scene like a painting. You can choose to snorkel or scuba dive. This is a not-to-be-missed activity for tourists who love the coral world and wish to explore the rich ecosystem under the sea.

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Experience diving to see coral at Hon Thom

3.2. Entertainment games on the beach

In addition to swimming, visitors can experience recreational games on the beach such as:

Conquer Jeski

Jetski is one of the most fun ways for you to enjoy the speed and pleasure of surfing on the waves. The game will bring a sense of adventure, novelty and excitement, extremely suitable for tourists who love adventure and want to see the beautiful scenery of Hon Thom from a unique perspective.

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Conquer Jeski at Hon Thom

Parasailing conquers the sky of Hon Thom

Parasailing with a canoe on the sea is an opportunity for you to fly between the sea and the sky, immerse yourself in the sea breeze and see the panoramic view of Hon Thom bay from above, bringing an unforgettable feeling of refreshment. The game is especially suitable for those who love adventure, want new experiences and like to challenge themselves.

 

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Conquer parasailing at Hon Thom

Kayaking

Kayaking by yourself on the pristine bay is the most intimate way to discover the beauty of Hon Thom. Kayaking also gives you time to exercise, very suitable for tourists who want to exercise and relax their minds. This is especially a free activity when visitors come to Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park.

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Kayaking to see Hon Thom beach

3.4 Visit Coral Park

Namaste Coral Park is “the first coral park in Vietnam”. Coming here, visitors can admire more than 250 species of coral and many other marine creatures. The park also provides sightseeing services for tourists. Tourists like diving to see coral and traveling under the sea. If you are a lover of the rich natural world under the ocean, you cannot miss this activity and take lots of impressive photos.

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Visit Coral Park at Hon Thom

3.5 Have fun at Sun World Hon Thom

Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park belonging to Sun Group is an entertainment paradise on the pearl island. There are many interesting games here such as Aquatopia water park, Pirates of the Caribbean roller coaster, Snow Palace and Viking Village amusement park…

The park is located on pristine Hon Thom island with a diverse marine ecosystem, suitable for visitors of all ages to visit and have fun. You can go with your family or group of friends to create beautiful memories together or go with your loved one to enjoy romantic moments or go alone comfortably and freely explore.

hòn thơm phú quốc có gì vui

Experience thrilling games at Sun World park

3.6 Take a canoe tour to fully explore Hon Thom

Canoe tours take tourists to explore the pristine islands around Hon Thom. Islands often visited on the tour include: Hon Mong Tay, Hon May Rut, Hon Gam Ghi, Hon Thom. You can refer to the details of the 4-island canoe tour here. In addition, during the journey to explore the islands by canoe, visitors can also experience scuba diving to see coral and enjoy fresh seafood dishes.

Canoe tours are very suitable for those who love to explore nature and experience new activities. Visitors can enjoy the fresh, cool air and experience the refreshing feeling of surfing on the sea by canoe.

hòn thơm phú quốc có gì vui

Take a 4-island canoe tour to explore Hon Thom

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4. What to eat in Hon Thom?

Hon Thom has many diverse dining options to meet all visitors’ needs and preferences. Hon Thom is famous for a variety of fresh seafood with specialty dishes such as: herring salad, red snapper salad, siren bien mai, mantis shrimp, grilled sea urchin, fried frog gill fish, grouper grilled in foil, etc… Visitors can enjoy seafood at coastal restaurants or seafood markets. Regarding price, in restaurants the price will range from 300,000 – 1,000,000 VND/person and in popular shops it will range from 50,000 – 200,000 VND/person.

Rooty Trip suggests to you some outstanding delicious restaurants to help you fully experience the cuisine at Hon Thom:

  • Coconut Garden Restaurant – Bai Trao Beach, Hon Thom, Phu Quoc: The restaurant has a diverse buffet package with Vietnamese dishes from 3 regions, fresh seafood.
  • ANBA Restaurant & Coffee – Koi Fish Lake, Hon Thom, Phu Quoc: The restaurant owns a garden space with a diverse menu of rice dishes, pizza, bread…
  • Sunshine Restaurant – Koi Fish Lake, Hon Thom, Phu Quoc: Famous for Western dishes such as Pizza, hamburgers and tropical-style drinks.
  • Sun Buns Restaurant – Next to Thuy Liem Dong, Aquatopia Park, Hon Thom, Phu Quoc: The restaurant serves a variety of fast foods such as burgers, hotdogs, and sandwiches.
  • Slice of Paradise Restaurant – Aquatopia Park Center, Hon Thom, Phu Quoc: The restaurant has a diverse menu, suitable for families with children.
hòn thơm phú quốc có gì vui

Enjoy specialties at Hon Thom

5. Where should you stay when coming to Hon Thon?

  • New World Phu Quoc Resort – Bai Khem, An Thoi ward, Phu Quoc island, Kien Giang province: Resort is located on the romantic Bai Khem with a private beach and beautiful sea views. The resort has 394 luxurious rooms and villas, modernly designed and comfortable.
hòn thơm phú quốc ở đâu

Panorama of New World Phu Quoc Resort

  • Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort – Ong Doi Cape, An Thoi Ward, Phu Quoc Island, Kien Giang Province: The resort possesses a unique sea view location and majestic mountains. The resort has 82 luxury villas, designed in a modern style and close to nature.
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Panorama of Premier Village Phu Quoc Resort

  • JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa – Bai Khem, An Thoi town, Phu Quoc island, Kien Giang province: Resort provides a full range of high-end services such as: spa, swimming pool, restaurant, children’s play area em,… very suitable for those who want to enjoy a luxurious vacation.
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Panorama of JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay Resort & Spa

  • Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay – Bai Khem, An Thoi town, Phu Quoc island, Kien Giang province: The resort owns a jade green beach and long white sand beaches, giving visitors a wonderful sense of relaxation. This place has 355 rooms and professional 5-star service, promising to bring visitors a perfect vacation.
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Panorama of Premier Residences Phu Quoc Emerald Bay

6. Note when having fun at Hon Thom Phu Quoc

  • You should book entertainment tickets in advance to avoid sold out tickets, especially during peak season, and to save time.
  • One day to visit and explore Hon Thom is enough, no need to spend too much time here. You need to arrange your schedule well in a day to experience all the interesting activities at Hon Thom. Therefore, please refer to Rooty Trip’s 4-island 1-day tour to get the most reasonable travel itinerary.
  • When going to Hon Thom on your own, you need to know the train/cable car operating hours to arrange a reasonable schedule, avoid missing the trip and affecting the fun experience.
  • Choose clothes that are comfortable, absorb sweat well, and limit wearing expensive jewelry to make it easier to move and have fun.
  • Prioritize wearing simple, one-piece swimsuits, limiting cumbersome clothes to comfortably participate in games at the water park.
kinh nghiệm đi hòn thơm cần lưu ý

Some notes when traveling to Hon Thom

Above is the entire experience of traveling to Hon Thom Phu Quoc compiled by Rooty Trip and shared with readers. Hopefully it will help you gain more useful information for your upcoming journey to the pearl island. If you are interested in Phu Quoc tours, contact Rooty Trip immediately for quick advice!

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