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Hon Thom Paradise Island, known as "Paradise Island," stands out with its wild beauty, long beaches, clear blue sea water, and colorful coral reefs. In this article, let's explore with Salinda Resort 10 interesting experiential activities you cannot miss when arriving on this beautiful island.

Introducing Hon Thom Paradise Island

Hon Thom Paradise Island is a wonderful destination in Phu Quoc, attracting tourists with its pristine natural beauty and attractive entertainment activities. This will be a great experience for those who want to explore the beauty of Phu Quoc.

Where is Hon Thom Phu Quoc located?

Hon Thom is about 15 km south of Duong Dong town center. The island has an area of ​​about 15 hectares, with diverse terrain including fine white sand beaches, beautiful cliffs and primeval forests.

Location of Hon Thom Island
Location of Hon Thom Island

Which season is the most ideal to go to Hon Thom Phu Quoc?

The most ideal time to go to Hon Thom, Phu Quoc 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…

What to do at Hon Thom island?
What to do at Hon Thom island?

The fastest way to get to Hon Thom?

To get to Hon Thom island fastest, you can choose two main means of transport: cable car and speedboat. Here are the details about both these vehicles:

Go by boat

Every day there are 5 boats traveling between An Thoi port and Hon Thom. From An Thoi port to Hon Thom, there are 2 boats departing at 9:30 and 11:30 am. From Hon Thom to An Thoi port, there are 3 boats departing at 1:45 p.m., 2:30 p.m and 5:00 p.m.  

Each boat lasts 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 boat.

Go by boat to Hon Thom Phu Quoc
Go by boat to Hon Thom Phu Quoc

Go by cable car

Hon Thom cable car is the longest sea-crossing cable car in the world, with a total length of up to 7,900 meters. Operating from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (hours may vary depending on the season) throughout the week, this cable car connects An Thoi station with Hon Thom, taking about 15 minutes for each trip. Cable car ticket prices range from 450,000 to 600,000 VND.

Take the cable car to Hon Thom Phu Quoc
Take the cable car to Hon Thom Phu Quoc

Travel by boat and cable car

Combining the speedboat from Ham Ninh port and the cable car from Hon Thom port will be the fastest option to get to Hon Thom. With this way of traveling, you will be able to enjoy the island tour from many different angles from the sea to above.

Travel by boat and cable car to Hon Thom
Travel by boat and cable car to Hon Thom

10 Experiential activities you should not miss when coming to Hon Thom Phu Quoc

Here are 10 experiential activities you should not miss when coming to Hon Thom Phu Quoc. These activities will help you fully enjoy the unique and diverse experiences of Hon Thom paradise island.

Famous photography location An Thoi Station

An Thoi Station is located in the south of Phu Quoc island, near An Thoi seaport. This is an ancient train station, although no longer in operation, it has been preserved and has become a favorite check-in place for tourists.

An Thoi Station
An Thoi Station

Scuba diving to see coral  

Phu Quoc has many wonderful diving areas such as Hon Mong Tay, Hon Duong, Hon May, Hon Thom. These are spots with diverse and abundant coral and clear blue sea scenery.

Visitors can provide their own diving equipment such as diving goggles and snorkel or design it at resorts and travel companies. This company also often offers guided diving services. Under the sea of ​​Phu Quoc, visitors will admire the brilliant corals and diverse marine ecosystems such as fish, corals, sea turtles, starfish and other animals.

What does Hon Thom paradise island have?
What does Hon Thom paradise island have?

Experience Parasailing at sea (Paragliding)

Parasailing is a popular tourist experience in Phu Quoc. This is air gliding with the help of a large parachute pulled by a yacht. Parasailing usually operates year-round, depending on weather conditions. The best time is from March to October when the weather is stable.

When boarding the parachute, visitors will be pulled into the air about 30-50m high, admiring the panoramic view of the beach, islands and beautiful natural scenery of Phu Quoc. This is an extremely interesting and adventurous experience.

Paragliding
Paragliding

Explore Namaste - coral park

Namaste - coral park is a unique and outstanding tourist destination in Phu Quoc. This is a natural coral conservation and restoration area that is worth exploring. Namaste is located in the north of Phu Quoc island, about 25 km from Duong Dong town. This is a clear and quiet sea area.

Namaste is a park built to protect and restore natural coral reefs. Here, visitors will be able to scuba dive to see diverse species of coral and marine plants.

Amusement park at Hon Thom Phu Quoc
Amusement park at Hon Thom Phu Quoc

Kayaking and SUP

Kayaking and windsurfing are two very popular sports and entertainment activities in Phu Quoc. Visitors can book kayaking or SUP surfing tours at travel companies and resorts in Phu Quoc.

Kayaking and SUP are two interesting experiences, helping visitors explore the beauty of Phu Quoc nature from a close and unique perspective. This is an activity suitable for all ages, bringing a feeling of relaxation and closeness to the sea.

Stand-up Paddleboarding
Stand-up Paddleboarding

Visit Aquatopia Water Park

Aquatopia is a Hon Thom nature park with many games, slides and modern amenities. It includes areas such as swimming pools, children's play areas, slides, lazy rivers... Aquatopia provides full amenities such as restaurants, cafes, rest areas, changing rooms, and large parking lots. This is an ideal place for families and groups of friends when coming to Pearl Island.  

Aquatopia Water Park
Aquatopia Water Park

Adventure sports games at sea

When coming to Hon Thom, Phu Quoc, visitors can participate in many exciting adventure sports games at sea. Below are some outstanding adventure sports games: windsurfing, windsurfing, surfing, etc. These adventure sports activities not only bring excitement but also help visitors fully enjoy the scenery. The beauty of the sea and nature of Hon Thom.  

Adventure sports on Hon Thom Phu Quoc beach
Adventure sports on Hon Thom Phu Quoc beach

See the sea from above by experiencing the cable car ride

Experiencing the cable car ride in Hon Thom paradise island is an activity not to be missed when visiting Pearl Island. When traveling on the cable car, you will have a panoramic view of the clear blue sea of ​​Phu Quoc, with waves gently lapping on the shore.

Hon Thom cable car is equipped with modern technology, ensuring absolute safety for passengers. The cabin is spacious, and airy and has open views, allowing you to relax and enjoy the journey comfortably.

See the sea from above
See the sea from above

Go around Hon Thom by canoe

Going around Hon Thom Phu Quoc by canoe is a great experience to explore the natural beauty of this island from many different angles. On the way, you can stop at areas with coral reefs to scuba dive to see the coral. This is a great opportunity to explore the beauty under the sea with rich coral and marine life.  

Walking around Hon Thom by canoe not only brings you interesting experiences and a sense of adventure but also helps you discover more of the beauty of nature and local life here.

Explore Hon Thom by canoe
Explore Hon Thom by canoe

Enjoy the outdoor beach area

Hon Thom Beach is a great place to enjoy the outdoor beach area in Phu Quoc. Large beach with fine white sand and clear blue sea water. This area has many services for tourists such as restaurants, bars, and entertainment areas.

Swim comfortably on the smooth white sand beach and enjoy recreational activities. Admire the beautiful natural landscape, with majestic rocks and mountains. Enjoy the comfortable, peaceful atmosphere of a beautiful beach resort.

Outdoor swimming beach
Outdoor swimming beach

What & where to eat when traveling to Hon Thom Phu Quoc

Hon Thom is one of the most beautiful islands in Phu Quoc, attracting tourists with its clear blue beach, fine white sand and interesting activities. When traveling to Hon Thom and staying at Salinda Resort, you will have many dining options and memorable experiences. First of all, try Hon Thom's famous fresh seafood dishes such as lobster, mud crab, crab, scallops, snails and grilled squid. In addition, don't miss local specialties such as herring salad, fried vermicelli and sea urchin grilled with onion fat - unique and flavorful dishes.

In addition, if you come to Hon Thom and are looking for a place to stay, check out Salinda Resort. With 121 rooms, it helps customers comfortably experience the service and freely choose the type of accommodation that suits their personal needs and preferences.

Convenient services at Salinda Resort include: Outdoor infinity pool, Asian and European restaurant, separate massage room, fitness center, children's playroom,... In addition, you can participate in activities such as kayaking or cycling while admiring nature.

To get to Hon Thom from Salinda, you travel about 22 km by taxi or motorbike to An Thoi port, taking about 31 minutes. Here, you buy a cable car ticket to go to Hon Thom island. Travel time from An Thoi port to Hon Thom by cable car usually takes about 15-30 minutes.

Salinda Resort Phu Quoc Island
Salinda Resort Phu Quoc Island

Notes when traveling to Hon Thom

Here are some things to note when traveling to Hon Thom Phu Quoc:

  • Prepare all necessary items: In addition to comfortable clothes, you should bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, cool shoes and some personal hygiene items.
  • Find out the schedule and how to travel: Determining attractions, travel schedules and means of transportation in advance will help save time and travel more efficiently.
  • Prepare enough cash: To pay for services such as dining and shopping on the island. Some places may not accept credit cards.
  • Environmental protection: Please voluntarily dispose of trash in the right place, not polluting the island's natural environment.
  • Bring all necessary medicines: Especially medicines against seasickness, insect bites,...
Some notes when traveling to Hon Thom Phu Quoc
Some notes when traveling to Hon Thom Phu Quoc

Thank you for taking the time to read this article. Hopefully, the information about 10 activities to experience at Hon Thom paradise island has helped you have more interesting suggestions for your upcoming trip. Wishing you a wonderful vacation full of beautiful memories on the pearl island of Phu Quoc.

If you need to learn more about Salinda Resort's services, please contact us via hotline: (84-297) 399 0011. Salinda Resort is pleased to serve you!

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