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Phu Quoc Island

Phu Quoc is Vietnam's largest island, with beaches, a northern national park and a marine reserve home to sea turtles and dolphins.

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Phu Quoc is a tropical island in the Gulf of Thailand, part of An Giang province in southern Vietnam. It is Vietnam's largest island. The special zone covers about 575 km² and includes the main island plus about 21 smaller islets. Duong Dong, on the west coast, is the largest town and the administrative center. Fast boats and ferries connect the island with Rach Gia and Ha Tien on the mainland.

Beaches are the main attraction. An Thoi bay is small and calm, sheltered by two headlands. The national park in the north covers about 336.57 km². The marine protected area, set up in 2007 at the northern and southern ends of the island, covers about 187 km² of sea home to sea turtles, dolphins and dugongs. The dry season runs from late October to April. From May to early October the southwest monsoon brings humidity of 85 to 90 percent, and temperatures peak near 35 °C in April and May. The island is large, so plan a few nights in one area.

Phu Quoc Island in five

Pick a coast before you pick a hotelLong Beach on the west has sunsets and bars, Ganh Dau in the north is secluded, and Sao Beach in the south pairs with the An Thoi islands. Choose the coast that matches your days, then the property.Where to stay in Phu Quoc
Fly in, or take the Rach Gia or Ha Tien ferryThe tourism board lists direct daily flights from Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Can Tho and Da Nang, and daily ferries from Rach Gia and Ha Tien. Check the current ferry operator and timetable before you plan around it.Ha Tien
Check the 30-day visa-free rule for your passportPhu Quoc applies a 30-day visa-free policy for foreigners arriving directly on the island, and the tourism board says travelers who transit a Vietnamese entry point and go straight on to Phu Quoc also qualify.Visa checker
Book snorkel days for the dry monthsBoat trips around the An Thoi Archipelago are best planned as a full or half day with a return before sunset. Expect rougher water and less visibility in the wet season.
Plan one dusk at Dinh Cau and the night marketDinh Cau shrine is a short climb of 29 steps near Duong Dong's harbor. The night market on Bach Dang Street is closed to traffic in the evening and serves seafood.Phu Quoc in 3 days

Things to do in Phu Quoc Island

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Need to know

Airport: Phu Quoc International (PQC), on the island
Getting there: Direct flights, or ferries from Rach Gia and Ha Tien
Getting around: Motorbike rental, taxis, minibuses and tour coaches
Best base: Duong Dong and Long Beach; the north or south for quiet
Time needed: 3 to 4 days; 5 with island hopping and a rest day

Weather by month

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JanuaryPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh29°Low25°Dry, calm sea
FebruaryClear10 rainy daysHigh30°Low25°Dry, sunny
MarchRain15 rainy daysHigh30°Low26°Dry, hot
AprilRain19 rainy daysHigh31°Low27°Hot, humid
MayRain28 rainy daysHigh31°Low27°Rains begin
JuneRain28 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh30°Low27°Wet season
JulyRain30 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh29°Low26°Rain, green
AugustRain30 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh29°Low26°Rain, green
SeptemberRain28 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Wet, storms
OctoberRain29 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Wet, easing
NovemberRain20 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Dry begins
DecemberPartly cloudy12 rainy daysHigh29°Low25°Dry, breezy

Average daily high and low in Phu Quoc, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.

Right now in Phu Quoc Island

Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.

Feels like: 29°
Humidity: 99%
Wind: 2 km/h
Chance of rain: 98%

Phu Quoc Island

03:38 AM

Tuesday, November 3

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Today30°24°98%Tuesday: Rain. High 30°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 98%.
Wed31°24°82%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 82%.
Thu31°24°69%Thursday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 69%.
Fri31°24°63%Friday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 63%.
Sat30°23°71%Saturday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 71%.
Sun31°24°88%Sunday: Thunderstorms. High 31°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 88%.
Mon30°24°59%Monday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 59%.

Updated 11:32 PM local time · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com

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Day trips by train

An Thoi Archipelagoa full or half day by boatCoral reefs, small beaches and a lunch on board in the southern islands.
Starfish Beach and Rach Vemabout 20 km north of Duong DongA quiet beach with starfish in clear, shallow water and a fishing village nearby.
Phu Quoc National Parka half-day in the northForest trails and Suoi Tranh waterfall within minutes of the park gates.

Before you go to Phu Quoc Island

Island hopping and snorkel dayBoat, mask and lunch on boardCompare tours

A base on the right coastWest for sunsets, north for quietCheck availability

eSIM for VietnamRides, maps and a hotspot on the islandRead the guide

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Rules for Phu Quoc Island, checked

Foreigners may stay on Phu Quoc up to 30 days without a visa, including after transiting a Vietnamese entry point straight to the island.Checked Oct 2, 2026 · Source
The tourism board says more than half of Phu Quoc has been protected as a UNESCO biosphere reserve since 2006.Checked Oct 2, 2026 · Source

All Phu Quoc Island guides

Head to headPhu Quoc or Nha Trang: which beach trip fits your datesChecked Oct 2, 2026

ItineraryPhu Quoc in 3 days: sunsets, southern islands and the northChecked Oct 2, 2026

Where to stayWhere to stay in Phu Quoc: four coasts, from Duong Dong to Bai SaoChecked Oct 2, 2026

Plan around Phu Quoc Island

Con Dao Islands

A quieter island trip from the south

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Cambodia border gate and the Phu Quoc ferry

Read the guide Can Tho travel guide

The Delta city with flights to the island

Read the guide Vietnam e-visa and exemption

Who needs a visa, and the Phu Quoc rule

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Entry, seasons, regions and money

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Phu Quoc Island FAQ

Do you need a visa for Phu Quoc?

Foreigners can stay on Phu Quoc for up to 30 days without a visa, according to the tourism board, including after transiting a Vietnamese entry point and going straight on to the island. If you plan to continue to the mainland, check your passport in the visa checker first.

How many days do you need in Phu Quoc?

Three to four days covers a west-coast base, a snorkel day in the south and a day in the north. Add a fifth day if you want a rest day on the sand or a trip to the quiet east coast.

Which side of Phu Quoc is best to stay on?

The west coast near Duong Dong and Long Beach for food and sunsets, the north for quiet beaches and big resorts, and the south for Sao Beach and boats. Pick one coast and use taxis or a scooter for the rest.

What is the best time to visit Phu Quoc?

The dry season from about November to March is calmest. The tourism board says the island is coolest between October and March and hottest in April and May, with the rainy season in full swing by July.

How do you get to Phu Quoc?

By direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Can Tho or Da Nang, or by ferry from Rach Gia or Ha Tien on the mainland. Flights are the faster choice; check the ferry operator for the current schedule.