1. Where is Ganh Dau?
Ganh Dau Cape is a cape jutting out into the sea, located in Ganh Dau commune, northwest of Phu Quoc island, Kien Giang province, Vietnam. It is about 25 km northwest of Duong Dong town center and about 400 km southwest of Ho Chi Minh City.
2. How is Ganh Dau unique?
Ganh Dau is known as one of the most beautiful beaches on Phu Quoc pearl island. This place attracts tourists with its pristine natural scenery, clear blue sea and cool climate. Besides, you also have the opportunity to experience many interesting recreational activities here.
In addition, this is also a crescent-shaped beach stretching over 500 meters, shaded by coconut trees and sheltered by two majestic mountains. In particular, the shape of Phu Quoc Island looks like a giant fish waving and the location of that fish’s mouth is Ganh Dau. Moreover, this place also owns a primeval forest next to white sand beaches and strangely shaped rocks. It’s a must visit destination in Kien Giang.
3. When is the best time to visit Ganh Dau?
The ideal time to visit Ganh Dau is from October to April next year. During this time, Phu Quoc pearl island enters the dry season, so the climate is very pleasant, cool and has little rain. It creates favorable conditions for you to move and easily participate in exploration and recreational activities on the sea. At the same time, the beautiful natural scenery this season also contributes to helping you have “million-like” photos.
4. How to get to Ganh Dau?
The road to Ganh Dau cape is very easy to travel, you can choose to travel by motorbike or taxi to get here. Starting from Duong Dong ward, you follow the following two main routes:
- Route 1: from the center of Duong Dong, you go back to the North of the island, cross a fairly long red dirt road and reach Phu Quoc National Park. Then, you move to the West, along Rach Tram fishing village to reach Ganh Dau.
- Route 2: You move on Cua Duong and Cua Van roads. Continue to go through the red dirt road in the middle of the primeval forest about 20km long. Then, follow the Northwest direction, along the coastline to reach the destination. You can find the location of Ganh Dau from google map here.
5. Activities and experiences when traveling to Ganh Dau
5.1 Swimming at Ganh Dau beach
Besides famous beaches such as Bai Sao or Bai Dai, Ganh Dau beach is also loved by tourists from near and far. In particular, the beach here is always clear, calm and has few waves. You can easily see the fish swimming or the colorful coral clusters on the seabed. The cool feeling when immersing yourself in the sea of Ganh Dau will definitely be an unforgettable experience when traveling to Phu Quoc.
5.2 Walking on the beach at Ganh Dau beach with rows of green trees
When traveling to Ganh Dau, you will have the opportunity to visit the pristine sandy beaches hidden from the hustle and bustle of the city. Along the sandy shore, rows of green trees gently sway in the offshore wind. In the distance, fishing boats are lined up on the sea. All create a peaceful and relaxing scene in the soul.
What could be more wonderful than a romantic afternoon wandering along the beach with your loved ones. You will be able to admire the clear, emerald green sea water and enjoy the most wonderful atmosphere.
5.3 Checking in at the strangely shaped rocks
At Cape Ganh Dau Phu Quoc, there is a famous rock beach with unique and impressive shapes. This is the result of the erosion process from water and waves, creating a unique beauty and irresistible attraction for tourists. Surely, check-in enthusiasts will not be able to ignore this attractive “coordinate”.
5.4 Watching the sunset at Ganh Dau beach
Ganh Dau Cape is one of the most beautiful sunset viewing spots on Phu Quoc pearl island. When the sun gradually sets on the sea, the last rays of the day shine down, creating sparkling streaks of light like silver. It would be a mistake if you did not capture beautiful photos with the romantic scenery here.
5.5 Visiting Rach Vem fishing village – the starfish kingdom in the North of the island
Rach Vem fishing village is an ideal place to visit when you visit Ganh Dau. This is a long-standing traditional village with a scale of 180 households. People mainly live by fishing and net weaving.
Moreover, Rach Vem fishing village is also known as the most beautiful “starfish kingdom” in Vietnam. Every year from February to April, starfish line up to bask along the sandy beaches here, creating a very unique scene. The beach is covered with “red stars” sparkling in the sunlight, allowing you to take the most sparkling photos.
When you come here, you should visit the aquaculture houses and explore the daily life of the local people. Moreover, you can also transform into real fishermen to experience fishing and squid fishing far from shore.
5.6 Having fun at VinWonders Theme Park
VinWonders Phu Quoc is the largest theme park in Vietnam. It owns 6 zones with 12 themes, inspired by fairy tales and famous civilizations of mankind. In addition, there are currently more than 100 different games with many thrilling challenges to “hold your breath” for all ages. It meets the needs of all visitors to have fun. Among them are European Avenue, Secret Village, Tornado World, … waiting for you to explore.
5.7 Visiting Vinpearl Safari semi-wild zoo
When traveling to Ganh Dau, you have the opportunity to visit Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc. This is the first semi-wild animal sanctuary in Vietnam. In addition, this place is currently home to more than 3,000 different animals from many countries such as Africa, America, Australia, … You will be able to see and take pictures with the lovely animals here.
5.8 Exploring the sleepless city Grand World Phu Quoc
Are you wondering what to do in Ganh Dau in Phu Quoc? Don’t miss the sleepless city Grand World Phu Quoc, known as the leading shopping, culinary and entertainment paradise in Vietnam. You will experience very attractive activities. Such as: cruising the Venice River, exploring the Shanghai lantern street, enjoying the Tinh Hoa Viet Nam show, …
5.9 Immersing yourself in Bai Dai – the most beautiful pristine beach on the planet
Bai Dai has a 15km long beach stretching from Ganh Dau cape to Cua Can. This is one of the most beautiful pristine beaches on the planet, located in the Northwest of Phu Quoc island. This place has beautiful natural scenery with fine white sand beaches and magically clear blue sea water.
5.10 “Try your luck” at Casino Corona Phu Quoc
Casino Corona has many entertainment facilities day and night. It has a “huge” scale comparable to famous gambling destinations in Asia, with 100 gaming tables and many other game machines.
6. Specialties when traveling to Ganh Dau
When coming to Ganh Dau, you cannot miss the fresh seafood parties, rich in the flavor of the sea. With all kinds of seafood from lobster, grouper, to grilled sea urchin with fatty scallion oil. In particular, the restaurants here are often located right next to the sea. Therefore, it gives you the opportunity to enjoy your meal while enjoying the cool breeze and watching the poetic sunset.
6.1 Some special dishes
6.1.1 Unique Herring Salad
Herring salad is one of the must-try dishes when visiting Phu Quoc Island. The unique flavor of the dish comes from the white-fleshed herrings that are meticulously processed and marinated to perfection. Phu Quoc Ganh Dau herring salad is made by mixing minced fish fillets with onions, lemon juice, chili and pepper.
This dish is served with rice paper rolls, fresh lettuce and herbs, and dipped in fish sauce. In particular, herring salad with Phu Quoc’s specialty fish sauce is extremely delicious. In addition, people will drink sim wine when eating herring salad to make the salad more delicious and help with better digestion.
6.1.2 Dishes Made From Crab
You really shouldn’t miss this delicious dish when visiting Ganh Dau. Fresh crabs in Ganh Dau are quite small, but firmer and tastier than other types of sea crabs. Note, you should choose the medium size (6-7 crabs/kg) because crabs of this size have the best taste. In addition, you can ask the fishermen to cook the crabs in their traditional way. Then, you enjoy the taste of the sea while sipping Sim wine is the best.
6.1.3 Grilled Scallops with Scallion Oil
The dish is made from a type of sea scallop with a triangular shell and hidden deep in the ocean floor. When you come here, you can experience harvesting scallops yourself after watching how the fishermen do this job.
Moreover, people also process scallops into many different delicious dishes. But the most recommended dish to try is grilled. Therefore, you can try this specialty at any seafood warehouse along the beaches of Ganh Dau in Phu Quoc.
6.2 Some famous restaurants
6.2.1 Bien Hai Quan Restaurant – a long-standing fresh seafood restaurant in Ganh Dau
Bien Hai Quan is a long-standing restaurant in the North Island area. The restaurant has a simple, close and local style. The dishes are mostly seafood in Ganh Dau, such as: fish, shrimp, fresh squid and clams. In particular, the restaurant’s specialty is grilled sea urchin with a delicious and fatty flavor.
- Address: Group 1, Ganh Dau Hamlet – Ganh Dau Commune – Phu Quoc City.
6.2.2 The Pepper Grill Restaurant watching the sunset in Phu Quoc
The Pepper Grill Restaurant is a favorite destination for many tourists when traveling to Phu Quoc. The restaurant not only has a cool, luxurious space but also has a very diverse menu from Asia to Europe. In addition, sushi, sashimi and fresh seafood are deliciously prepared according to the restaurant’s own unique recipes. You can also enjoy the beautiful sunset at The Pepper.
- Address: Bai Dai – Ganh Dau commune – Phu Quoc city.
6.2.3 Giraffe Restaurant – unique giraffe restaurant experience
Giraffe Restaurant is a restaurant located in the Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc zoo. In particular, you will enjoy your meal in the cool green space of the forest, next to the appearance of a very lovely giraffe. Diverse menu, attentive service and ideal location are big pluses of Giraffe Restaurant.
- Address: Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc – Ganh Dau commune – Phu Quoc city.
7. Accommodation when traveling to Ganh Dau
When traveling to this beautiful beach, you can refer to some of the following accommodations:
- VinOasis Phu Quoc. Address: Bai Dai, Ganh Dau Town, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang Province.
- Crowne Plaza Phu Quoc Starbay. Address: Bai Dai, Ganh Dau Town, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang Province.
- Sheraton Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort. Address: Bai Dai, Ganh Dau Town, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang Province.
- Mövenpick Resort Waverly Phu Quoc. Address: Group 1, Ong Lang Hamlet, Cua Duong Commune, Phu Quoc City, Kien Giang,
- Vinholidays Fiesta Phu Quoc. Address: Bai Dai, Ganh Dau Town, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang Province.
- InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort. Address: Bai Truong, Duong To, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang
- Wyndham Grand Phu Quoc. Location: Bai Dai, Ganh Dau, Ganh Dau Commune, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang Province, Vietnam
- Radisson Blu Resort Phu Quoc. Location: Bai Dai, Ganh Dau, Ganh Dau Commune, Phu Quoc, Kien Giang Province.
8. Some important notes when traveling to Ganh Dau
To make your trip to Ganh Dau safe and enjoyable. You should refer to some necessary notes below:
- Prepare cash: Ganh Dau area is still quite wild, with few ATMs. Prepare cash to pay when eating and shopping at restaurants and fishing villages.
- What to bring: Sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, swimsuits and comfortable shoes for easy movement. If you intend to camp or watch the sunset, bring a tent and flashlight.
- Food & Beverage: Seafood in Ganh Dau fishing village is very fresh and delicious, with reasonable prices. Some dishes worth trying are lobster, grilled sea urchin with scallion oil, and steamed grouper. You should ask the price before ordering to avoid being overcharged.
- Stay safe when swimming: Some areas in Ganh Dau have reefs and the water is quite deep. You should choose a calm sea area and observe carefully before going into the water to ensure safety.
- Medical supplies: You should bring more common medicines. Such as: flu, fever, pain reliever, urgo, seasickness medicine, mosquito repellent, anti-allergy medicine, etc.
- Respect nature and local culture: Do not litter, keep the environment clean. When coming to the fishing village, you should keep a friendly attitude and respect the lives of local people.
- Electronic devices: Cameras, smartphones, and power banks are indispensable devices. When you want to capture beautiful moments here. Remember to bring a phone bag and a specialized waterproof camera to comfortably take photos underwater.
With the wonderful beauty bestowed by nature, Ganh Dau will be an ideal destination for you and your loved ones when visiting the pearl island of Phu Quoc. Join Origin Vietnam – a reputable tour operator. We will accompany you on the tour in Phu Quoc Island to explore this spectacular place with the most wonderful experiences.
