Overview of Hon Dau Island

Hon Dau Island is peacefully located in the middle of the blue sea of ​​the Gulf of Tonkin, currently belonging to the administrative boundaries of Do Son ward, Hai Phong city. This island is likened to a pristine green pearl with dense forest vegetation and ancient rocky beaches surrounding clear water. The most prominent highlight on the top of the island is the more than a century old lighthouse standing majestically, playing the role of "eye of the sea" guiding countless ships in and out of Hai Phong seaport from the French colonial period until today.

Hon Dau Island

The beauty of Hon Dau is profound Mysterious colors and tranquility thanks to the cover of the rare remaining primeval banyan forest in the North. Each canopy of hundreds of years old trees radiates cool shade, blending with the sound of waves crashing against the cliffs, creating an escapist space, completely separate from the hustle and bustle of the bustling Do Son tourist area. The intersection between the historical architecture of the lighthouse and the worship of the Nam Hai God King here brings a sense of peace, arousing pride in a cultural and historical site that has endured over time.

Outstanding attractions on Hon Dau Island

Ancient Hon Dau Lighthouse

Hon Dau Lighthouse

Hon Dau Lighthouse is a beautiful architectural work in French style, built in 1892 and located at the highest point of the island in Do Son ward. With a cylindrical light tower built of solid stone and a spiral staircase made of ancient ironwood, this place is not only a navigational device but also a unique architectural and artistic relic in the middle of the sea. Standing on the balcony of the lighthouse, you can have a panoramic view of the windy Gulf of Tonkin and feel the majesty of nature mixed with the more than 130-year-old historical mark of the "pearl eye" of the Port.

The sacred Nam Hai Than Vuong Temple

South Sea God King Temple

Located right next to the sea's edge is the Nam Hai Than Vuong temple, a spiritual place associated with the legend of the talented general of the Tran Dynasty who died in a naval battle against the Mongol army. The temple has solemn architecture, facing the vast ocean, where fishermen and tourists from all over often visit to offer incense and pray for peace during their trips to sea. The space around the temple is always quiet and majestic, bringing a feeling of reverence and sincerity to anyone who sets foot to worship the guardian deity of this island.

Heritage Tree Complex - Banyan Forest

Heritage Tree Complex

Hon Dau owns a unique primeval forest with a population of hundreds of centuries-old banyan trees that have been recognized as Vietnamese Heritage Trees right in Do Son ward. The giant roots are intertwined, clinging tightly to the rocks and the dense foliage covers the sky, creating a green, mysterious maze in the heart of the small island. Walking down the trails through the forest, you will feel the absolute fresh air and the wild, mysterious beauty of a rare island forest ecosystem that is preserved almost intact.

Hon Dau Lighthouse Museum

The museum is located right at the foot of the lighthouse, where historical artifacts about the Vietnamese lighthouse industry and valuable documents about island building process. Here, you can admire ancient lighthouses, nautical charts and learn about the lives of the lightworkers who have silently guarded the sea for decades. Although the exhibition space is small, it contains a lot of useful information, making your journey to explore Hon Dau Island not only a sightseeing trip but also a trip to deeply learn about maritime knowledge and the history of the sea.

Octagonal Sea View Deck

Octagonal sea view deck 

The octagonal floor is a small architectural work, located in a location with a clear view facing the sea in Do Son ward. This is the ideal place for tourists to stop and rest after trekking through the forest, inhale the salty scent of the sea and welcome the cool breeze blowing in from the ocean. From the octagonal floor, the image of ocean ships looming offshore and the blue of the clouds blend together to create an extremely spacious natural picture, helping you dispel all fatigue and feel the freedom between heaven and earth.

Ancient stone beach on the island's shore

Ancient coastal rocks

Surrounding the foot of Hon Dau island are ancient rocks with all kinds of interesting shapes honed by waves and sea breezes over millions of years of geological tectonics. Silent gray stone blocks stacked on top of each other create a sturdy natural embankment, where white-headed waves constantly pat, creating a pleasant murmuring sound day and night. This is the favorite coordinates of young people who want to find artistic photography angles with a wild nature, or simply sit quietly on the rocks to admire the rustic but attractive beauty of island nature.

Suggestions for other attractions around the Hon Dau Island area:

  • Ben Nghieng: Historical coordinates located in Do ward Son, where the last colonial soldiers withdrew from North Vietnam, is also the pier to welcome visitors to the island.

  • Dragon Hill International Tourist Area: A modern entertainment and resort complex with a clear blue artificial beach located right next to the pier area to the island.

  • Bao Dai Villa: The villa is located on Vung hilltop, where you can learn about the life of the last emperor of the Vietnamese feudal court.

Best time to travel

>Spring - Season of spiritual festivals and sightseeing (January - March of the lunar calendar)

This is the most ideal time for tourists who want to combine sightseeing and sightseeing. Natural sightseeing and spiritual worship at the Nam Hai Than Vuong temple. In particular, from the 1st to the 10th day of the 2nd lunar month every year (the main festival is on the 8th, 9th, 10th), Dau Dau festival is held extremely solemnly with flag-raising rituals, sacrifices and floating paper boats to pray for peace in the country and people. The atmosphere at this time in Do Son ward is extremely bustling, imbued with the cultural identity of residents of the estuary area.

Summer - Time to cool off and explore the forest (April - August)

Summer is considered the peak tourist season at Hon Dau when the bright yellow sunlight shines on the clear blue water, creating perfect conditions for swimming and outdoor fun activities. While the hot sun covers the central streets, the space under the canopy of the primeval forest is always cool and spacious. You can leisurely trekking through the forest without worrying about losing strength, enjoying the sea breeze blowing through the rocks and the sound of birds chirping along the path.

Transportation information

By air

Cat Bi International Airport

Cat Bi International Airport

Cat Bi International Airport is a modern aviation gateway, directly connecting tourists from the southern and central provinces to the beautiful Do Son peninsula. With ever-expanding service capacity, flights from Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang or Quy Nhon always maintain a stable frequency, helping tourists shorten travel time. After landing, it only takes about 30 minutes by car along the main road to go straight to the center of Do Son ward to prepare to go to the island.

The service system at the airport is very professional with a clearly planned waiting area for taxis and technology vehicles, ensuring safety for visitors as soon as they arrive at the port. You can enjoy a smooth journey on modern coastal roads, watching the dynamic life of the new city of Hai Phong before immersing yourself in the quiet space of Hon Dau island.

  • Note: The airport is located very close to the roads leading to the sea, avoiding having to go through the inner city core or encounter traffic jams.

  • Reference ticket price: Ranging from 1,200,000 - 3,200,000 VND/way depending on the airline and early or late booking time.

By rail

Hai Phong Station

Hai Station Rooms located on Luong Khanh Thien Street are always the favorite choice of romantic souls who want to experience the journey on modern train carriages. The railway connecting the capital Hanoi and Hai Phong city brings a sense of leisure, allowing visitors to admire the peaceful scenery of the Northern Delta through wide open glass windows. This station with ancient French architecture is only about 22km from the pier area to Hon Dau island, very convenient for connecting flights.

From the train station, you can choose express buses or taxis to travel along Pham Van Dong Street - a road known as one of the most beautiful streets in Vietnam leading towards the sea. This journey not only brings safety and savings but also helps visitors clearly feel the intersection between the ancient features of the station and the modernity of the urban infrastructure of Do Son ward today.

  • Popular route: Hanoi (Long Bien/Gia Lam Station) to Hai Phong Station - Travel time about 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • Reference ticket price: About 120,000 - 190,000 VND/trip depending on seat class and promotional programs according to tourist season.

By road

Passenger bus routes and expressways

Hanoi expressway system - Hai Phong (5B) helps the journey from the capital to Do Son ward area become faster than ever when it only takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes to drive. High-quality Limousine lines currently provide door-to-door pick-up and drop-off services at major traffic intersections or central coastal hotels. This means of transport provides complete control over time, giving you more time to explore the primeval forests on the island.

Reputable passenger transport units always maintain a continuous running schedule from early morning to late night, meeting the needs of tourists for day sightseeing or weekend relaxation. Traveling on the modern highway with flat road surface and convenient rest stop system will certainly make your journey back to the ancient lighthouse extremely light and comfortable.

  • Reputable car companies: Hai Au, Hoang Long, Anh Huy and Limousine companies specializing in Do Son route pick up and drop off passengers at home.

  • Reference ticket price: About 180,000 - 280,000 VND/trip depending on vehicle type and required pick-up and drop-off location.

Moving to Hon Dau Island

Tieng Wharf and Speedboat

To set foot on Hon Dau Island However, visitors need to move to the historic Ben Nghieng area in Do Son ward to catch the train. This is the only active wharf serving visitors to the island with a system of speedboats and wooden tourist boats fully equipped with safety equipment. The journey of surfing on the ocean waves for about 15 minutes from the mainland to the island will bring you a feeling of excitement as you see the Do Son peninsula from afar and the green beauty of Hon Dau island is gradually appearing.

Trains at Ben Nghieng usually depart continuously when there are enough passengers or at a fixed time frame on peak weekends. The staff at the wharf are always enthusiastic to guide tourists safely on and off the boat and provide necessary information about the rules of visiting the island. Floating on the water and admiring the lighthouse and primeval forest from the side of the boat is a wonderful opening experience for this journey.

  • Note: You should be at the wharf before 4:00 p.m. to ensure there is a boat to return to the mainland on the same day, unless you plan to stay overnight at accommodations on the island.

  • Reference train ticket price: About 100,000 - 150,000 VND/person for round-trip ticket (including island entrance fee).

Accommodation information

Luxury (High-class hotel)

Hotel Nikko Hai Phong

Hotel Nikko Hai Phong

Hotel Nikko Hai Phong is located in the Waterfront City urban area in Le Chan ward, imbued with the spirit of delicate Omotenashi service and typical Japanese minimalist architecture. The hotel owns a system of romantic river-facing rooms, integrating specialized health care facilities such as Onsen hot bath area and modern outdoor swimming pool. From here, visitors can easily travel along Pham Van Dong street to Do Son ward and catch the boat to Hon Dau island in only about 30 minutes. Room prices here range from 1,850,000 - 3,300,000 VND/night depending on room type and time of booking.

Pullman Hai Phong

Pullman Hai Phong is located in a prime location on Tran Phu street in Hong Bang ward, is one of the newest 5-star hotels with modern architectural style. The largest and most dynamic city in the city. With a system of smart rooms, a high-class restaurant space and a rooftop bar with a panoramic view of the central flower garden, the hotel brings absolute relaxation to visitors. This is the top choice for those who want to enjoy professional services of international standards and convenient connection to inner-city entertainment areas after a tour of the islands. Room prices here range from 2,100,000 - 4,500,000 VND/night for a classy resort experience.

For more quality hotel options in the central area, you can refer to:

  • Mercure Hai Phong - Le Chan Ward - Price approx. 1,600,000 - 2,800,000 VND/night.

  • Sheraton Hai Phong - Hong Bang Ward - Price about 2,200,000 - 4,500,000 VND/night.

  • Melia Vinpearl Hai Phong Rivera – Hong Bang Ward – Price about 2,000,000 – 4,200,000 VND/night.

Resort (Resort, Villa)

Dream Dragon Resort

Dream Dragon Resort is located at Dragon Hill international tourist area in Do Son ward, providing a large-scale beach resort space with a clear blue artificial beach all year round. The resort possesses modern architecture, a saltwater swimming pool system and luxurious villas located along the smooth white sand, helping visitors fully enjoy the sea breeze from the ocean. Thanks to its location close to the pier area to Hon Dau Island, this is the perfect stop for you to have a luxury resort while actively journeying to conquer the ancient lighthouse. The price to stay here is usually from 2,500,000 - 6,000,000 VND/night depending on the type of room.

Hon Dau Resort

Hon Dau Resort

Hon Dau Resort is located Right next to Ben Nghieng in Do Son ward, famous for the largest wave pool complex in the area and rows of bungalows located gently on the hillside facing the sea. The resort brings a space close to nature thanks to a system of green trees and a direct view of Hon Dau island, helping you feel the breath of the sea right in your room. You can easily walk from the resort to the high-speed train station to start the journey to explore the primitive banyan forest in just a few minutes. Room prices here range from 1,200,000 - 3,500,000 VND/night depending on the location of the villa or hotel room.

If you want to find other luxurious resort spaces nearby, you can refer to:

  • Tecco Do Son Hotel & Spa – Do Son Ward – Prices from 1,300,000 – 2,500,000 VND/night.

  • Flamingo Cat Ba Resorts – Cat Hai Special Zone – Price from 3,000,000 – 8,000,000 VND/night.

  • Bao Dai Villa (Accommodation Room) – Do Son Ward – Price from 1,500,000 – 3,000,000 VND/night.

Experience (Boutique Hotel, Homestay)

Manoir Des Arts Hotel

Manoir Des Arts Hotel is an artistic boutique hotel located in an old French villa on Dien Bien Phu street, center of Hong Bang ward. The hotel impresses with its sophisticated wooden interior, green arched windows and quiet garden space imbued with the breath of Indochina architecture, creating nostalgia and romance for visitors. This location is very convenient for you to walk around and explore inner-city cuisine before making the journey towards Do Son island to visit historical relics. The cost of staying here ranges from 1,400,000 - 2,600,000 VND/night for those who love tranquility and art.

Hon Dau Camping Park

Hon Dau Camping Park is located right on the coastal area of Do Son ward, exclusively for young people and families who love the experience of camping. outside under the cool green trees. This is a rustic accommodation space with tents fully equipped with mattresses and decorative lighting, allowing you to spend the evenings gathering around the BBQ grill and listening to the sound of the ocean waves. This location helps you catch the sunrise earliest and easily rent a boat to visit Hon Dau lighthouse every early morning at an extremely economical cost. The cost of staying here is very affordable, on average about 400,000 - 900,000 VND/night for clean and fully equipped tents.

For tourists who want to enjoy a more cozy space, the following locations are interesting suggestions:

  • Pieu Homestay - Ngo Quyen Ward - Prices from 450,000 – 750,000 VND/night.

  • Stay 7 Homestay – Le Chan Ward – Price from 350,000 – 700,000 VND/night.

  • The Little Haiphong – Hong Ward Bang - Price from 500,000 - 900,000 VND/night.

Festival cuisine and culture 

Famous restaurants

Sea Wind Restaurant

Located in beach area 1 Located in Do Son ward, Gio Bien restaurant is one of the culinary addresses with an extremely spacious view directly towards Hon Dau island. This place specializes in serving typical seafood of Hai Phong waters such as shrimp, crab and other types of sea fish prepared in a rich traditional style. With a windy open space and large capacity, the restaurant is the top choice for family parties or groups of tourists who want to enjoy cuisine in the sound of whispering waves. The average cost here ranges from 250,000 - 550,000 VND/person.

Van Van Restaurant

Van Van Restaurant

Van Van Restaurant is located on the coastal road in Do Son ward, impressing with its ancient royal-style architecture with a cozy and luxurious wooden space. The restaurant is famous for its exquisite specialties such as red jellyfish salad, grouper steamed with soy sauce and seafood hot pot dishes with rich flavors of the sea. This is an ideal stop for diners who love tranquility and attentive, professional service after a trekking trip to the primeval forest on the island. The reference price here is about 300,000 - 600,000 VND/person depending on the menu chosen.

Some other quality culinary places around the area:

  • Sam Do Son Restaurant (Do Son Ward): Specializes in serving dishes from sea horseshoe crab such as blood crab soup, unique sweet and sour fried crab legs.

  • Phuong Nam Seafood (Do Son Ward): A familiar address with fresh snails and seafood sold and processed on the spot.

  • Hon Dau Resort Restaurant: Serving cuisine right near the pier to the island, convenient for tourists who want to have a quick meal before or after sightseeing.

Local cuisine

Do Son jellyfish salad

Jellyfish salad is an iconic dish of Do Son ward, usually most popular during jellyfish season (around April to June every year). Crispy, white pieces of jellyfish are mixed with lotus roots, carrots, roasted peanuts and herbs, blended with a spicy sweet and sour dipping sauce. The dish not only effectively cools down on hot summer days but also brings a cool, refreshing feeling, preserving the full flavor of the sea in each bite.

Do Son braised sweet soup

Kho sweet soup is a simple countryside gift but contains the meticulousness of the indigenous people, often sold in the market area of ​​Do Son ward. This sweet soup is cooked from peeled green beans, ground finely and then mixed with sugar and lard until it thickens, emitting the characteristic aroma of ginger and roasted sesame. The piece of braised sweet soup is golden and smooth. When eaten, it has a sweet and rich taste. It is often served with a cup of hot tea to fully experience the sophistication of Do Son folk cuisine.

Experiential cuisine

Seafood barbecue on the ancient rock

The experience of organizing a BBQ party right on the ancient rocks along Hon Dau island is an extremely interesting activity for groups of young people and families who love picnics. You can buy fresh seafood at Do Son ward market in the early morning, then bring it to the island and prepare it yourself by the charcoal stove in the windy space. The feeling of enjoying grilled shrimp and fragrant grilled fish, listening to the murmuring waves and admiring the ancient lighthouse will bring back memories of free and liberal travel.

Explore Do Son Market Food Tour 

The culinary experience journey at the new market in Do Son ward in the afternoon is an opportunity for you to enjoy a series of delicious sidewalk dishes that are authentic to Hai Phong. Here, you should not miss the spicy fish noodle soup, red crab rice cake or the rich stir-fried bean sprouts sold by hospitable locals. Sitting in the middle of the bustling market, sipping a hot bowl of vermicelli and observing the simple lifestyle of the coastal city's residents will help you better understand the daily culture of this land.

Cultural Experience & Festivals

Dau Dao Festival (Nam Hai Than Vuong Festival)

Takes place from the 8th to On the 10th day of the second lunar month every year at the temple on the island in Do Son ward, this is the biggest and most sacred festival of coastal residents of Hai Phong. Visitors will witness the festival flag-raising ceremony, traditional offerings and the act of launching paper boats out to sea to pray for a year of favorable weather and calm waves. This is the time when Hon Dau Island becomes more sparkling and solemn than ever, attracting tens of thousands of visitors from everywhere to attend and worship.

Do Son Buffalo Fighting Festival (National Intangible Cultural Heritage)

Do Son Buffalo Fighting Festival

Even though the main festival takes place at Do Son ward's central stadium on the 9th day of the 9th lunar month, but the spirit of this festival spreads throughout the island. This is a martial arts festival, honoring the courageous spirit and desire to conquer nature of Do Son people through dramatic competitions of "Buffalo men". After the festival, the sacrificial rituals and water procession at the village communal house have a deep spiritual meaning, associated with the custom of worshiping the god of water and protecting the peace of sea dwellers.

Other regular cultural activities:

  • Folk music performances at the wharf: Usually held on major holidays to welcome tourists before boarding the ship. island.

  • Ba De Temple Festival: Takes place at the end of January every year at the foot of Doc Hill, associated with the story of the fidelity and sacredness of coastal women.

  • Fishing cultural exchange: Activities to learn how to weave nets and traditional sea songs of fishermen in the Ben Nghieng area.

Amusement area

Legend Park entertainment complex at Dragon Hill International Tourist Area

To Legend Park entertainment complex

Located in the center of Dragon Hill tourist area in Do Son ward, Legend Park is a large-scale water theme park with a series of thrilling games and a modern water park. Visitors can challenge themselves with speed slides, participate in outdoor art performances or experience the lazy river winding around artificial islands. This is an ideal complex entertainment space for you to "change your mind" after visiting the ancient lighthouse, bringing a balance between historical values ​​and modern life. The cost of entrance tickets and participation in games here usually ranges from 350,000 - 600,000 VND depending on the time and type of visitor.

To make your journey to explore the waters of Do Son island more exciting, you can visit the following relaxing places:

  • Camping and outdoor BBQ parties heaven: Experience the feeling of sleeping in a tent and lighting a campfire in the middle of the primeval banyan forest to fully enjoy the tranquility of the night sea (right on Hon Dau island).

  • Virtual reality games (VR Center): High-tech entertainment center with dramatic racing, shooting and ocean exploration simulation games for young people (in Dragon Hill area, Do Son ward).

  • Jet motorbike and parachute on the sea: Adventure sports activities for those who love thrills and want to see the panoramic view of Do Son peninsula from the air (beach area 2, Do Son ward).

  • Coastal walking street and Night market: Busy walking space with street music activities, portrait painting and food stalls bustling with activity every weekend night (along the kaleidoscopic street, Do Son ward).

  • Tram around the ancient villa: Relaxing sightseeing journey on pine-lined streets, passing by French architectural works and old royal mansions (Vung hill and central area of Do Son ward).

Suggested tour

Experience tour

Tour "Legend of the South Sea & Pearl Eye of the East Sea" (1 day)

  • Itinerary: Depart from Ben Nghieng Wharf (Do Son ward) → Departure Transfer by speedboat to Hon Dau Island → Offer incense at the Nam Hai Than Vuong Temple → Trekking under the canopy of ancient banyan forest → Conquer the hundred-year-old Hon Dau Lighthouse → Visit the Lighthouse Museum and the Octagonal Pavilion to watch the sea → Return to the mainland to enjoy seafood at the beach area 2.

  • Special Points: Focus on feeling the historical value and long-standing beliefs, helping visitors deeply understand the story of protecting the sea and islands of the god of the South Sea and the maritime architecture of the French colonial period.

  • Transportation: Speedboat, hiking, tram for intra-ward travel.

  • Reference tour price: 550,000 - 750,000 VND/person (Including round-trip boat ticket, island entrance fee, tour guide and seafood lunch).

  • Suggested organizer: Do Son Travel, community tour guide groups in Do Son ward.

Family tour family

>Tour "Dragon Hill Resort & Green Island Discovery" (2 days 1 night)

  • Itinerary: Day 1: Have fun at Legend Park Water Park in Dragon Hill international tourist area (Do Son ward) → Swim in the artificial sea and watch an evening water music show. Day 2: In the morning, take the boat to Hon Dau Island to explore the Vietnamese Heritage Tree complex → Take family photos at the Octagonal area → In the afternoon, visit Bao Dai Villa on Vung Hill before returning to the city center.

  • Features: The itinerary harmoniously combines modern and active entertainment facilities for children and a quiet, nostalgic natural space for people. elderly, ensuring maximum comfort for the whole family.

  • Transportation: Family car, speedboat, electric car.

  • Reference tour price: 1,850,000 - 2,650,000 VND/person (Depending on room type at Hill Resort Dragon or nearby hotels).

  • Suggested organizer: Haiphong Family Travel, travel agencies in Le Chan ward.

Adventure & Discovery Tour

Tour "Conquering the Primeval Forest & Hunting for Photos of the Ancient Lighthouse" (1 day)

  • Itinerary: Gather at Tilt pier → Cross the sea to the island and undertake an in-depth trekking journey through the primitive banyan forest (explore areas few people visit) → Conquer 188 spiral stairs inside the lighthouse → Explore the ancient rocks around the foot of the island → Experience fishing with fishermen at the side of the ship East side of the island.

  • Features: For young people who love exercise and photography, want to find wild, mysterious views of the jungle and capture the moment of waves crashing against million-year-old ancient cliffs.

  • Transportation: Traditional wooden boats, trekking.

  • Reference tour price: 650,000 - 900,000 VND/person (Including fishing equipment, travel insurance and picnic meals on the island).

  • Suggested organizer: Do Son Adventure, specialized trekking tour units in Hai Phong.

Du ecological calendar

>Tour "Journey to Conserve Heritage Trees & Marine Ecosystems" (1 day)

  • Itinerary: Depart from the inner city towards Do Son ward → Visit and learn about the endemic flora on Hon Dau island (ancient polygonum forest) → Listen to an explanation about conservation work marine ecology at the lighthouse station → Participate in plastic waste collection activities at the rocky beach along the island with local volunteers → Enjoy vegetarian cuisine at the Than Vuong temple area.

  • Features: The combination of tourism and environmental protection, helping customers feel the close connection between nature and human life, while raising awareness of preserving precious primary forests price.

  • Transportation: Pick-up and drop-off cars, eco-tourism boats.

  • Reference tour price: 450,000 - 650,000 VND/person.

  • Organization unit Suggested organization: Hai Phong Green Tourism Club, community eco-tour providers.

Shopping and Souvenirs

Do Son culinary specialties - "Salty taste" from the sea and islands

Do Son shrimp paste

  • Product categories: Sun mackerel, Do Son shrimp paste, Dried seafood (dried squid, yellow snapper).

  • Outstanding features: Seafood in this sea area is directly caught and processed by fishermen in Do Son ward according to long-standing family secrets. The pieces of sun-dried mackerel retain their sweet, greasy taste and characteristic toughness thanks to the bright sunlight of the Northern sea. Do Son shrimp paste possesses a passionate aroma and eye-catching red color, becoming an indispensable condiment in family meals of Port people.

  • Additional features: Dried seafood products such as squid or snapper fish are carefully vacuum-packaged to ensure hygiene and facilitate long-distance transportation. The natural drying process helps the product maintain high nutritional content and does not use industrial preservatives. Visitors will clearly feel the salty and fresh flavor of the sea through quintessential gifts produced locally.

  • Movement instructions: From Tilt pier to the island, you move back toward the center of Do Son ward about 2km to visit coastal specialty shops or bustling people's market area.

  • Reference price: 150,000 - 450,000 VND/kg dried seafood; 30,000 - 70,000 VND/jar of shrimp paste.

  • Suggested buying address: New Do Son Market (Do Son ward), Specialty dealers on Van Hoa street, Dried seafood facility along Ben Nghieng.

Support information and other information other

>Emergency support information

To ensure absolute safety in your journey to explore the wild and mysterious beauty of Do Son ward, please save the contact numbers of local authorities. These units are always ready to receive and promptly handle arising problems regarding security and order or the quality of tourism services on the island as well as the wharf area.

  • Do Son Ward Police: 0225 3861 247 - Headquartered at the administrative center of Do Son Ward, Hai Phong City.

  • Hai Phong City Department of Tourism: 0225 3747 381 – No. 18 Minh Khai, Hong Bang Ward.

  • Hai Phong Market Management Department: 0225 3842 411 – No. 44 Lach Tray, Ngo Quyen Ward.

In any emergency situation, visitors should immediately call the toll-free hotline 113, 114 or 115 for emergency assistance nationwide. The 24/7 switchboard team will quickly coordinate border guards and coastal rescue forces in Do Son ward to ensure your safety during your visit to the primeval forest and lighthouse.

Support information in the Hon Dau Island area (Do Son Ward)

Visitors can easily access support services directly from the Management Board or local authorities right at the Leaning pier area before departing for the island. These agencies are responsible for maintaining a civilized tourism environment, ensuring technical safety for boats and protecting the best interests of tourists when visiting the ancient lighthouse relic.

  • Do Son Ward People's Committee:

    • Address: Do Son Ward People's Committee Headquarters, Hai Phong City (central area of the peninsula).

    • Phone number: 0225 3861 224

    • Function: Responsible for administrative management, protecting security and order and receiving feedback on the quality of transportation and accommodation services in the ward and island.

  • Do Son Ward Medical Station:

    • Address: Central area of Do Son ward (about 800m from Tilt pier).

    • Phone number: 0225 3861 251

    • Function: Providing on-site first aid services and primary health care for visitors when encountered problems with seasickness, heat stroke or incidents during trekking in the multiflora forest.

  • Hon Dau Lighthouse Station:

    • Address: Hon Dau island top area, Do Son ward.

    • Function: Permanently manage the lighthouse's operations, guide the tour of the light tower and assist in providing historical documents for tourist groups who want to learn deeply about ancient French maritime architecture.

Hon Dau Island, a sacred green pearl in the heart of the sea, hopes you will have a journey of discovery that is peaceful and full of meaningful experiences. meaning.