Beaches in Phu Quoc

Good to Know

• Most beautiful beaches (Khem, Sao, Ong Lang) are on the southern and western coasts; northern beaches near Duong Dong town are significantly more crowded and less clean due to urban runoff.
• Many beach resorts gate access to their stretch of shoreline, but you can legally access most public beaches by purchasing a drink at a beachfront bar—common practice on Khem and Sao beaches.
• Water is calmest and clearest May–October (rainy season); November–April brings larger waves and northeast winds but is peak tourist season with higher prices (30–50% increase).
• Sunbed and umbrella rental typically costs 50,000–80,000 VND per day on public beaches; free for resort guests.
• Jet skis, parasailing, and banana boat rentals are concentrated on Long Beach, Khem, and Sao beaches; prices are high (parasailing ~800,000 VND).
• No snorkeling directly off Phu Quoc beaches; snorkeling trips to An Thoi archipelago (southern islands) cost 500,000–900,000 VND and include boat, gear, and lunch.
• Public beach access on the western coast (Ong Lang, Vung Bau) can be blocked by resorts claiming private property—carry identification and know that beach access is technically public right in Vietnam.