Van Phong Bay stretches across the territory of Dai Lanh commune, Tu Bong commune and Van Ninh commune. This is one of the most beautiful bays in the world with a system of coastal islands and the majestic Hon Gom peninsula embracing the clear blue water all year round. Thanks to its special terrain with ideal deep water and careful protection, this bay has smooth white sand beaches and diverse coral reefs, keeping nature's inherent wildness intact.
Vinh Van Phong
Vinh Van Phong is currently the center of island experience activities and sustainable maritime economic development. Visitors can start their journey from Dai Lanh commune to conquer the easternmost point of Mui Doi or visit Van Thang commune to experience the unique walking path in the middle of the sea at Diep Son island. All attractions, accommodation services and canoe transportation systems here are still operating effectively, ready to welcome those who love to explore the peaceful and spacious beauty of the ocean.
Nose Doi
Located in Dai Lanh commune, Mui Doi is the spot to welcome the first rays of sunlight of a new day on mainland Vietnam. This place attracts those who love to explore with trekking paths across the scorching sand dunes and majestic rocky rapids along the coast. The image of two large rocks reaching out to the sea creates a special geographical mark, where tourists often choose to camp overnight to fully enjoy the moment of brilliant sunrise on the ocean shore.
Diep Son Island
This place is located in Van Thang commune, famous everywhere thanks to the unique white sand road hidden under the clear sea water. When the tide recedes, a long strip of sand connecting the small islands is revealed, allowing you to leisurely walk in the middle of the vast ocean. This is a rare experience to feel the magic of nature, with cool water caressing your feet and the peaceful space of a fishing village completely separate from the noise of the city.

Son Dung Beach
Located in Dai Lanh commune, Son Dung Beach is an interesting stop with the strangeness of freshwater veins located right next to the edge of salt water. Just dig a small sand hole right on the beach and you can find fresh water. The small village here is also home to the Ha Dang people, bringing to the trip touches of rustic indigenous culture amid the scenery of blue sea, white sand and lush green coconut groves.
Hon Ong
Hon Ong (also known as Whale Island) is located peacefully in the heart of Dai Lanh commune, known as an ecological resort paradise separate from the outside world. The island has no inhabitants, there is only one resort built in an environmentally friendly architectural style. This is the ideal place to participate in water activities such as kayaking, diving to see coral or simply resting on the smooth sand to listen to the breath of the sea.
Hon Lon Island
With a large area In the bay area, Hon Lon Island in Dai Lanh commune acts as a natural wall to shield this sea area from storms. The island possesses towering cliffs and mysterious natural caves, which are home to many species of seabirds. Tourists often come here by wooden boat from the harbor to enjoy the wild space, participate in recreational fishing and enjoy fresh seafood right in the cages of local fishermen.
Bai Tay
Located near the residential area of Van Ninh commune, Bai Tay is a familiar destination for those who want to find a peaceful beach with shallow water and very gentle waves. The coast here stretches with rows of green poplars, creating ideal shade for family picnics. After swimming, you can easily visit the shops along the shore to enjoy the specialty fish and jellyfish noodle soup, with the rich flavor typical of the fishermen.
Suggested other attractions around the Van Phong Bay area:
Linh Son Tu Pagoda: An ancient pagoda leaning against the mountain in Van Ninh commune, possessing a panoramic view of the bay from above.
Van Ninh Market: A bustling market where you can Find quality dried seafood and traditional fish sauce.
Dam Mon: The main gateway to the bay in Dai Lanh commune, where many boats gather to take tourists to visit remote islands.
The most perfect time for you to set out on your journey to explore Van Phong Bay lagoon is from March to the end of August. During this period, the waters of Dai Lanh, Van Ninh and Tu Bong communes enter the dry season with bright yellow sunshine and a calm sea surface like a lake. Stable weather conditions bring clear blue water to the bottom, extremely convenient for traveling by boat or canoe to remote islands, as well as participating in outdoor picnic activities. In particular, visiting in April and May is the best time, when the sun is not too harsh, allowing you to comfortably trek to conquer the rapids or camp on the beach without feeling too exhausted.
In addition to seasonal factors, you should pay attention to the tide schedule if you intend to conquer the road across the sea in Van Thang commune. To walk on the white sand strip in the middle of the ocean in the most convenient way, prioritize the full moon days or the beginning of the lunar month, when the water recedes deeply, revealing a clear path and the clearest sea water. On the contrary, the period from September to December often has sudden rains and big waves in Dai Lanh commune area due to the influence of the monsoon. If you go during this time, you will feel the quieter, more contemplative beauty of the bay, but you need to closely monitor the weather forecast to avoid rough sea days and ensure safety for island-hopping activities.
Cam Ranh International Airport (CXR)
Cam Ranh International Airport
Popular flight route: Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Cam Ranh (CXR) – Flight time is about 1 hour. Hanoi (HAN) to Cam Ranh (CXR) – Flight time is about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Operating airlines: Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air, Bamboo Airways and Vietravel Airlines.
Arrival airport: Cam Ranh International Airport (CXR), located in Cam Lam commune, about approx. 90 – 100 km.
Transportation from the airport to Van Phong Bay: Taxi, tour contract car or airport bus to Nha Trang center, then continue to catch a passenger car or intercity bus to the North of the bay.
Note:
Cam Ranh Airport is the only air landing point to access the area
Due to the distance, it usually takes tourists about 2 hours to 2.5 hours by road from the airport to reach the wharves in Van Ninh commune or Dai Lanh commune.
Reference ticket price (excluding taxes and fees): Ranges from 1,200,000 - 2,800,000 VND/way depending on time.
Popular route:
From Nha Trang center (Nha Trang ward) to Van Phong Bay: About 60 km, follow National Highway 1A to the North. Travel time by car is about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Rail: Visitors can choose Thong Nhat trains stopping at Ga Gia (located in Van Ninh commune). This is the train station closest to the bay, helping to save time traveling by road.
Reputable bus companies/vehicles: * Intercity buses (Nha Trang - Van Gia route): Operating from early morning to late afternoon, very affordable fares.
Major taxi companies (Mai Linh, Quoc Te) or shuttle service door to door from the city center.
Reference ticket price:
Public bus: About 35,000 - 50,000 VND/trip.
Taxi/Private car pick up: Approx. 800,000 - 1,000,000 VND/trip (depending on vehicle type).
Departing bus station:
In Nha Trang: North Nha Trang bus station (belongs to North Nha Trang ward).
In the area bay: Van Gia bus station (in Van Ninh commune) or Dam Mon junction area (in Dai Lanh commune).
Note:
The Dam Mon peninsula area and Mui Doi trekking spots have quite steep and sandy roads, large vehicles with 29 seats or more need to consider suitable routes. Suitable.
Popular means of transportation:
Canoe/Wooden boat: Main means of transportation to get to islands such as Diep Son, Hon Ong or Hon Lon. Boats usually depart from Van Gia pier (Van Ninh commune) or Dam Mon pier (Dai Lanh commune).
Motorbike: Very suitable for exploring the beautiful coastal road leading from Van Thang commune to the foot of Co Ma pass.
Trekking: Is the only way Especially if you want to conquer the easternmost milestone at Mui Doi, cross the sand dunes in Dai Lanh commune.
Reference vehicle rental price:
Motorbike rental in Van Ninh commune: 120,000 - 150,000 VND/day.
Renting a whole canoe (depending on the number of people): 2,500,000 - 4,000,000 VND/round trip to visit the islands.
Address for renting cars / tourist vehicles: Tourists should contact local transport units or travel companies based in North Nha Trang ward. to facilitate the fastest pick-up and drop-off to Van Phong Bay.
Muong Thanh Luxury Vien Trieu

Muong Thanh Luxury Vien Trieu
Muong Thanh Luxury Vien Trieu is located in the North Nha Trang Ward area, is one of the largest 5-star hotels in the north of the city. The hotel owns a modern high-rise building with luxurious rooms, an outdoor swimming pool and panoramic views of the bay. This location is right at the gateway leading to the North, making it easy for you to start your journey to Van Phong Bay with about 1 hour traveling along National Highway 1A. According to surveys, room prices here are usually from 1,200,000 - 3,000,000 VND/night depending on room type.
Saigon Ninh Chu Hotel
Saigon Ninh Chu Hotel is a 4-star standard hotel located right next to the beach in Ninh Chu Ward. The hotel has a modern design style, focusing on a comfortable stay experience with a system of conference rooms, restaurants and rooftop bars overlooking the sea. Although located in the southern region of the province, this is still the top choice for groups of tourists who want professional hotel services before exploring the coastal roads leading to the bay. Room prices range from 1,500,000 - 2,800,000 VND/night. For more quality hotel options near the Van Phong Bay area, you can refer to:
Hanh Hoa Hotel - Van Ninh Commune - Price about 600,000 - 900,000 VND/night.
Sakura Hotel - Van Ninh Commune - Price about 500,000 - 800,000 VND/night.
Nam Bac Hotel - Dai Lanh Commune - Price about 500,000 - 850,000 VND/night.
Whale Island Resort

Whale Island Resort
Whale Island Resort (often called Hon Ong Resort) is located isolated on Hon Ong island in Dai Lanh commune. This resort is famous for its sustainable ecological resort style, using bungalows with bamboo walls and thatched roofs hidden under coconut trees close to the sea's edge. This is the ideal place to enjoy a quiet space, without the noise of engines or electronic devices, helping visitors completely immerse themselves in the ocean. Room prices here are usually from 1,800,000 - 3,500,000 VND/night, including shuttle boat service from Dam Mon wharf.
Pax Ana Doc Let Resort & Spa
Pax Ana Doc Let is a high-class resort located in Van Thang commune, right next to the famous Doc Let beach with fine white sand. The resort possesses an architecture that combines modernity and open space, providing specialized spa services and an infinity pool overlooking the bay. From the resort, it takes about 30 minutes for visitors to travel to Van Gia port pier in Van Ninh commune to visit Diep Son island. Room prices range from 2,800,000 - 5,500,000 VND/night depending on room type and peak season. If you want to find a quiet space to relax nearby, you can refer to:
Dai Lanh Beach Resort - Dai Lanh Commune - Price from 800,000 - 1,600,000 VND/night.
Paradise Resort Doc Let - Van Thang Commune (coastal) - Price from 1,000,000 - 2,200,000 VND/night.
TTC Resort - Ninh Thuan - Ninh Chu Ward - Price from 1,800,000 - 3,500,000 VND/night.
Homestay Uncle Hai (Dam Mon)
Homestay Uncle Hai is a familiar address located in Dam Mon village, Dai Lanh commune, dedicated to those who love experiential and conquering tourism. This is a home of indigenous people providing rustic, clean accommodations and family seafood meals rich in sea flavors. This location is the most ideal starting point for the Mui Doi trekking journey because it is right at the boat wharf and the beginning of the sandy road. The cost of staying here is very affordable, on average about 300,000 - 500,000 VND/night.
Robinson Diep Son
Located right on Diep Son island in Van Thang commune, Robinson Diep Son offers the experience of staying in small wooden huts close to the edge of the sea. This is where you can fully watch the moment the sandy road across the sea appears when the tide recedes right in front of the room's porch. The space here is extremely wild, suitable for those who want to separate from urban life and listen to the sound of waves. Hut rental prices range from 400,000 - 600,000 VND/night. For tourists who want to enjoy a cozy space at reasonable costs, the following places are interesting suggestions:
Son Dung Homestay - Dai Lanh Commune - Price from 300,000 - 550,000 VND/night.
Hai Dang Homestay - Van Commune Ninh - Price from 450,000 - 700,000 VND/night.
Camping Bai Rang - Dai Lanh Commune (Tent service) - Price from 200,000 - 400,000 VND/person.
Whale Island Restaurant

Whale Island Restaurant
Whale Island Restaurant is located right next to the upper water's edge Hon Ong island, located in Dai Lanh commune. The space here has a bold ecological style with rustic wood and bamboo materials, allowing diners to enjoy dinner while listening to the sound of waves crashing right under the floor. The restaurant is famous for its seafood dishes prepared in French style combining local flavors, especially fresh fish caught on the day and organic vegetables grown right on the island. The average price here ranges from 300,000 - 600,000 VND/person.
Phuoc Ngon Seafood Restaurant
Located on the front of Hung Vuong Street in the center of Van Ninh commune, Phuoc Ngon is one of the largest culinary destinations in the bay area. The restaurant owns a glass tank system that raises live seafood, making it easy for diners to choose lobsters, groupers or squids that are still swimming before ordering them to be processed. The spacious, airy space and professional service style make this an ideal location for family parties or large tour groups. Average price ranges from 200,000 - 450,000 VND/person. Some other culinary locations in Van Phong Bay:
Dai Lanh Beach Restaurant (Dai Lanh Commune): Located at the foot of Co Ma Pass, famous for its open sea space and fresh squid steamed with ginger.
Ba Tam Squid Hot Pot (Dai Lanh Commune): A long-standing restaurant located along Highway 1A, specializing in specialty squid hot pot dishes trusted by many drivers and tourists.
Hai Dang Restaurant (Dai Lanh Commune): Dam Mon village area, specializing in serving fresh seafood and family meals for guests before boarding the train to the island.
Sakura jellyfish noodle shop (Van Ninh commune): A rustic culinary address serving a typical noodle dish of the bay area with a rich, sweet flavor.
Van jellyfish noodle soup Ninh
Jellyfish fish noodle soup is a soul dish, imbued with the identity of Van Ninh commune. The slender vermicelli noodles are combined with crispy white jellyfish pieces and smooth, chewy mackerel patties. The special feature lies in the clear, sweet broth simmered from fresh sea fish bones, with absolutely no fishy smell. This is a familiar breakfast dish but always impresses visitors with the freshness of local ingredients. Suggested address:
Fish noodle shop on Hung Vuong street (Van Ninh commune): The area with many of the oldest noodle shops.
Van Ninh commune market (Van Ninh commune): A place to enjoy fish and jellyfish noodle soup with the rustic quality of the fishermen.
Dai Lanh Squid Hot Pot

Dai Lanh squid hotpot
Squid hotpot is the pride of Dai Lanh commune cuisine, attracting tourists thanks to the absolute freshness of the squid just brought from the sea. The hotpot broth has a mild sour taste from tomatoes and pineapple, served with fresh vegetables and crispy dipped squid. This dish clearly demonstrates the rustic culinary style, focusing on preserving the original sweetness of Van Phong Bay products. Suggested address:
System of squid hotpot restaurants along Highway 1A (Dai Lanh Commune): Restaurants near Co Ma Pass area are always ready to serve fresh squid during the day.
Grilled sea urchin with onion fat
Sea urchin (also known as Cau gai) is a nutritious specialty often caught in Son Dung beach area, Dai Lanh commune. The sea urchins are cleaned, added with onion and peanut fat and then grilled over charcoal until it gives off a delicious aroma. The greasy taste of sea urchin meat mixed with the aroma of fried onions creates a unique taste experience in the middle of the sea. Suggested address:
Raft houses in Dam Mon (Dai Lanh Commune): Where visitors can eat sea urchins right in the cages.
Enjoy seafood at Dam Mon floating raft
This is a highly experiential culinary activity in Dai Lanh commune. Tourists will travel by boat to floating rafts that farm seafood in the middle of the bay, directly select cobia, lobster or crabs swimming under the cages and ask fishermen to process them on the spot. The feeling of dining between the waves and the sea breeze brings absolute freshness and understanding more about the fishermen's life at sea.
Learn how to make traditional fish cakes
In Van Ninh commune, visitors can participate in experiencing the process of making famous mackerel cakes. You will be guided on how to separate the fish meat, rub it by hand to create a natural chewiness, and fry the patties to golden brown right on the spot. This activity brings interesting knowledge about traditional craft villages associated with the lives of residents of Van Phong Bay.
Cau Ngu Festival at Lang Ong Van Gia

Cau Ngu Festival at Lang Ong Van Gia
Cau Ngu Festival is the largest spiritual cultural event that takes place in Van Ninh commune around February or March of the lunar calendar every year. This is an opportunity for fishermen around the bay to pay their respects to the god Nam Hai (Ca Ong) and pray for a year of good weather and plenty of shrimp and fish. The festival includes solemn ceremonial processions on the sea and a bustling festival with folk songs, lion dances and special folk games.
Dinh Van Gia Festival
Held at Dinh Van Gia in Van Ninh commune, the festival aims to commemorate the ancestors who had the honor to destroy this land. In addition to traditional worship rituals, the festival also includes opera performances and folk contests, attracting a large number of people from neighboring communes to participate. Other regular cultural activities in the bay area:
Traditional boat racing festival (Van Ninh commune): Takes place during the Lunar New Year on the coastal waters, creating a vibrant atmosphere with the competition of young men from the communes along the bay.
Feasting ceremony for the ancestors of the fish cake craft: An interesting activity meaning of craft village households in Van Ninh commune to remember those who built the local traditional craft.
Bai Choi performance: Usually held in the central square area of Van Ninh commune on major holidays, bringing humorous folk songs to tourists.
Doc Let beach amusement area

Doc Let Beach Amusement Area
The largest and most vibrant entertainment area is located in Dong Ninh Hoa Ward, which owns Doc Let beach with shallow water and fine white sand. Visitors can experience modern marine sports services such as parasailing to see the panoramic view of the bay from above, riding a water motorbike or participating in banana buoy pulling with friends. This is the ideal destination for those who love thrills and want to enjoy the bustling atmosphere of outdoor recreational activities. The cost for games here usually ranges from 400,000 - 1,200,000 VND depending on the type.
Van Phong Bay also has many attractive places to visit and experience suitable for both tourists and locals who want to relax and explore:
Ganh Nhay Coral Sanctuary: Area An ideal area for scuba diving to see corals and rare marine species (in Dong Ninh Hoa Ward).
Rowing a basket boat at Dam Mon: Experience the feeling of sitting in a basket boat of fishermen weaving through coral reefs and rocks at the coast of Dai Lanh Commune.
Bai Xuan recreational camping area Don't: Outdoor entertainment space combined with overnight camping, suitable for barbecues and campfires on the beach (in Dai Lanh Commune).
Dam Mon Gate: Starting point for high-speed canoe trips to visit around the large and small islands in the bay (in Dai Lanh Commune).
Van Ninh Night Market: The busiest entertainment and street food shopping area in the evening in the center of Van Ninh Commune.
1-day Tour to Explore Diep Son Sea Road
Itinerary: Depart from Van Ninh commune wharf → Travel by speedboat to Diep Son island (in Van Thang commune) → Experience walking on the unique white sand road across the sea → Swim and SUP at the bare beach → Enjoy seafood lunch at a raft house → Visit the fishermen's life on the island → Return to the mainland of Van Ninh commune.
Features: Focus on exploring unique natural phenomena with a walkway in the middle of the ocean and enjoying the peaceful life of a remote fishing village.
Transportation: High-speed canoe, Walking.
Reference tour price: 550,000 - 750,000 VND/person (Including round-trip canoe, island tour tickets and lunch).
Suggested organizers: Nha Trang Tre Travel, An Nam Tour.
Trekking tour to conquer the Easternmost tip of Mui Doi 2 days 1 night
Itinerary: Depart from Dam Mon village (Dai Lanh commune) → Trekking across white sand dunes and coastal forest roads → Night camping at Bai Rang (Dai Lanh commune) → Beach seafood BBQ party → Early the next morning, rock jumping to conquer the Mui Doi milestone to welcome the first sunrise on the mainland → Return by canoe to watch the bay from afar → End at Dai Lanh commune.
Features: Challenge your endurance with diverse terrain types such as sand dunes, forests and rocky rapids to touch the easternmost point of the country.
Transportation: Walking (trekking), high-speed canoe.
Reference tour price: 1,500,000 - 2,200,000 VND/person (Including tour guide, tent and meals).
Suggested organizers: Local porter groups (Hai Dam Mon uncle's house), Vietrek Travel.
>Whale Island Resort & Coral Diving Tour 1 day
Schedule: Morning: Depart from Dam Mon pier (Dai Lanh commune) → Canoe takes guests to Hon Ong Island (Whale Island) → Free swimming and SUP in the clean shallow water area → Lunch at an ecological restaurant on the island. Afternoon: The boat takes the family to the pineapple beach area to snorkel and watch coral → Experience recreational fishing → Return to Dai Lanh commune pier.
Features: Light travel schedule, high-class resort services and absolutely quiet space, extremely suitable for families with young children.
Transportation: High-speed canoe or wooden tourist boat.
Reference tour price: 850,000 - 1,250,000 VND/person (Including transportation fee, diving equipment and premium menu lunch).
Application Suggested organizer: Whale Island Resort (directly organized), travel agents in Van Ninh commune.
Son Dung Beach Ecotourism & Mangrove Ecosystem 1 day
Itinerary: Morning: Depart from Dai Lanh commune pier → Visit Son Dung fishing village → Experience finding fresh water veins right on the sandy beach close to the edge of salty sea water → Visit ancient coconut groves along the bay. Afternoon: Explore the mangrove ecosystem at the estuary (in Van Thang commune) by basket boat → Learn the process of raising caged lobsters at Dam Mon raft → Return.
Transportation: Local wooden boats, basket boats.
Reference tour price: 600,000 - 800,000 VND/person.
Suggested organizer: Community tourism cooperatives in Dai Lanh commune.
Shopping in the Van Phong bay area is an experience A truly indigenous experience, where you can find the most quintessential products of the sea at traditional markets. After the administrative arrangement in 2025, the busiest trading center is concentrated in Van Ninh commune, a unit established from the merger of Van Gia town, Van Phu commune and Van Luong commune. The market space here is always bustling from dawn with all kinds of fresh seafood just landed, from lobsters, blue crabs to exotic snails, creating an extremely vibrant trading atmosphere.
Van Market Ninh
If you want to find dry gifts with a strong ocean flavor, Dai Lanh commune (consolidated from the old Van Thanh, Van Tho and Dai Lanh communes) is the address not to be missed. The dried squid and sun-dried squid here have a natural sweetness and unique aroma thanks to being dried under the hot sun of the easternmost sea. Besides, the famous fish cake dish in Van Ninh commune still maintains its brand with its crispy texture from pure fresh fish, making it the most practical and intimate gift that tourists often choose to give to their loved ones.
List of shopping locations and specialties
Van Ninh Market: Busy wholesale market, a place providing fresh seafood Livestock and dried foods are the most diverse in the region.
Dai Lanh Market: An ideal destination to buy dried squid, sun-dried squid and hand-processed dried fish.
Van Ninh fish cake: Famous specialty made from fresh mackerel and termite fish, with two types fried or steamed for visitors to choose from. gift.
Van Thang anchovy fish sauce: Traditional fish sauce product with high protein, characteristic aroma, neatly bottled, suitable for long-distance transportation.
Dam Mon fresh seafood: Visitors can buy directly at the pier in Dai Lanh commune to ensure that the seafood just landed still retains its freshest quality.
Emergency support information
If If you have problems needing assistance regarding security, health or service quality, visitors can contact the authorities. These are accurate and active information focal points, concentrated in the new central area of the province:
Khanh Hoa Provincial Police: 0258 3822 114 - No. 80 Tran Phu, Nha Trang Ward.
Khanh Hoa Tourist Support Center: 0258 3528 000 - No. 61 Nguyen Thien Thuat, Nha Trang Ward.
Khanh Hoa Province Market Management Department: 0258 3822 552 - No. 21 Le Thanh Phuong, Nha Trang Ward.
In case of emergency, you can You can quickly contact the national switchboards: 113 (Police), 114 (Fire), 115 (Emergency).
Support information in the Van Phong Bay area
Right at the new commune clusters after arrangement, visitors can find direct support services in the area to ensure a safe journey:
Van Ninh Commune People's Committee (Central Area):
Address: Located in the central area of Van Ninh commune (new unit includes Van Gia town, Van Phu commune and old Van Luong commune).
Function: Responsible for administrative management government, order and security and receive feedback on tourism services at the central wharf area of the bay.
Dai Lanh Commune Medical Station:
Address: Located in the central area of Dai Lanh commune (new unit includes the old Van Thanh, Van Tho and Dai Lanh communes).
Function: Providing first aid and basic health care services for tourists participating in trekking Mui Doi or visiting Dam Mon peninsula.
Tourist Information Counter:
Function: Usually located at Van Ninh commune wharf or wharf Dam Mon (Dai Lanh commune), provides bay maps, tide schedules for the road across the sea and supports renting boats/canoes to visit the island.
Van Phong Bay, where the wild beauty of the peninsulas and the hospitality of the fishing village people are still intact, hope visitors have had profound ocean experiences.