1. Where is Nhat Le beach?
Nhat Le Beach has a quite prime location, near the mouth of Nhat Le River. This is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations, convenient to travel because it is only about 1 km from Quang Binh city center. About 5 km northeast of Dong Hoi station and more than 8 km southeast of Dong Hoi airport.
2. How is Nhat Le beach unique?
Nhat Le Beach is a famous tourist destination in Quang Binh throughout Vietnam. This place has poetic nature, long white sand beaches, wide beaches with clear blue water.
Previously, local people called this estuary with many different names such as Cua Sai, Tru Nha. Moreover, Nhat Le Beach has also witnessed many historical events of the Vietnamese people.
In the early years of the 11th century, the battle between Dai Viet and Champa took place here. At that time, Champa used the excuse to harass the southern border of Vietnam. After that, King Dai Viet used his elite navy to attack the enemy at Nhat Le estuary and won.
The special feature of Nhat Le beach is that although it is located very close to a residential area, it still retains its inherent wild and peaceful look. Walking by the beach, breathing fresh air, listening to the sound of waves crashing on the shore. It will bring you many different levels of emotions. Besides, this is also a check-in location in Quang Binh that is loved by many tourists.
3. When is the best time to visit Nhat Le beach?
Nhat Le Beach is fortunate to be blessed with natural beauty and fresh, cool air, so you can come here at any time of the year. However, the best time will still be from May to August. This time the sea water is extremely clear, sunny, few storms, favorable weather conditions for swimming and relaxing.
At sunset and dawn, the scenery here seems to be wearing a new coat, extremely beautiful. Especially, when the night falls and the city begins to light up, fishing boats glow, preparing to go to sea. This will be the most beautiful time of sparkling Nhat Le beach with diverse colors.
4. How to get to Nhat Le beach?
- By train: According to experience traveling to Nhat Le beach, if you are someone who likes to explore and experience beautiful scenery during the journey to Nhat Le beach, then choose the train. Actually, there will be 2 types of tickets: bed and seat. Depending on your finances, you can choose the most suitable type.
- By bus: This is a convenient and affordable means of transportation that you can refer to. Normally, a bus trip from Hanoi – Dong Hoi bus station will cost between 300,000 VND and 900,000 VND/ticket. And from Saigon – Dong Hoi is 700,000 VND to 1,000,000 VND/ticket, depending on the type of car and seat you choose.
- By plane: This is the fastest means of travel to Quang Binh. Currently, there are many flights from cities such as Hai Phong, Hanoi, Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Hoi airport in Quang Binh. Ticket prices will range from 1,500,000 – 2,000,000 VND/person/trip.
5. Activities and experiences when traveling to Nhat Le beach
Coming to Nhat Le beach, you can participate in many interesting activities and experiences such as:
5.1. Swimming and playing water sports
Swimming is an indispensable activity when coming to Nhat Le beach. In addition, you can directly ask for prices and experience familiar water sports such as volleyball, paddle boarding, skateboarding, skydiving, etc. Besides, experts will guide you so you can participate in the game. in the safest and most fun way.
5.2. Admiring the beauty of sunrise and sunset
Nhat Le Beach at dawn and sunset is so beautiful that no pen can fully describe it. Therefore, you must experience it directly for yourself to feel the full beauty of Nhat Le beach at these moments.
5.3. Strolling the beach
Coming to a poetic and lyrical beach like Nhat Le, you should take some time to walk to slowly admire all the beauty here. However, in early morning or sunset are always ideal times for you to stroll along the beach. Especially, feel your bare feet touching the soft sand and hear the gentle sound of waves crashing against the shore.
5.4. Squid fishing at night
In addition, squid fishing at night is an extremely interesting experience at Nhat Le beach at night. Joining a squid fishing tour helps you immerse yourself in the authentic fishing life. You will also be taught by fishermen how to fish for squid as well as how to process and enjoy the finished squid you catch yourself.
6. Specialties when traveling to Nhat Le beach
During a trip to Nhat Le beach, the journey to discover the famous cuisine here is indispensable. Let’s explore Origin Vietnam.
6.1. Seafood
Coming to Nhat Le beach, don’t forget to enjoy fresh seafood such as: oysters, clams, scallops, snails, crabs, lobsters, squid,…and other types: grouper, lake fish, plaice, red snapper , eel,… are caught on the same day.
You can visit coastal restaurant locations to enjoy. In fact, every day there will be street vendors serving delicious grilled and boiled dishes right on the beach.
6.2 Den Sea
Den Sea is one of the strange and extremely attractive specialties only found in the coastal areas of Quang Binh. This type of seafood can be prepared with many different dishes. Such as: stewed vegetables, porridge, crispy fried ram and even blood pudding mixed with wine which is extremely good for health.
6.3 Khoai Fish hotpot
Traveling to Nhat Le beach in October, you will enjoy the specialty of Khaoi fish hotpot. These are the top 100 typical Vietnamese specialties loved by tourists. Specifically, Khoai fish used to cook hot pot has very firm meat, cleanly prepared, remove the tail, marinate with spices, enjoy with hot hot pot broth and delicious accompanying vegetables.
6.4 Quang Binh pancake
The most delicious banh beo of Quang Binh will be at Quang Hoa market, Ba Don town. Moreover, you should visit the market early in the morning and you will be rewarded with fresh batches of cakes made on time. The special feature of banh xeo here is that it is made with brown rice, served with banana fish, salad, raw vegetables, dipping sauce and rice paper.
6.5 Porridge soup
If Hanoi’s specialty is pho, then in Quang Binh it will be porridge soup. This dish is typical of the cuisine here. A bowl of porridge includes: fish, shrimp, meat, soft noodle soup, a variety of broth and accompanying vegetables. You can eat it with crispy fried spring rolls which are also very delicious!
7. Accommodation when traveling to Nhat Le beach
Because Nhat Le beach is located right in Dong Hoi city. Furthermore, this is a famous beach so there are many accommodation facilities for you to choose from.
7.1 Resorts:
- MANLI Resort Quang Binh. Address: No. 379 Truong Phap, Quang Phu Commune, Dong Hoi City, Quang Binh.
- Gold Coast Hotel Resort & Spa. Address: Vo Nguyen Giap Street, Bao Ninh, Bao Ninh Commune, Dong Hoi City, Quang Binh.
- Sun Spa resort. Address: Vo Nguyen Giap street, My Canh, Dong Hoi city, Quang Binh.
7.2 Hotels:
- Muong Thanh Holiday Quang Binh. Address: No. 119 Truong Phap, Hai Thanh ward, Hai Thanh, Dong Hoi city, Quang Binh.
- Vinpearl Hotel Quang Binh. Address: Quach Xuan Ky, Hai Dinh, Dong Hoi city, Quang Binh.
- Muong Thanh Luxury Nhat Le Hotel. Address: 121 Truong Phap, Bac Ly, Dong Hoi City, Quang Binh.
- Nam Long Hotel. Address: 22 Ho Xuan Huong, Dong Hoi city, Quang Binh.
- Riverside Hotel. Address: 15 Truong Phap, Dong My, Dong Hoi city, Quang Binh.
7.3 Homestays:
- Ocean View Homestay. Address: Truong Phap Street, Quang Phu Village, Quang Phu Commune, Dong Hoi City, Quang Binh.
- Dolphin Homestay. Address: 42 Nguyen Du, Dong My, Dong Hoi City, Quang Binh.
- RiverView HomeStay. Address: 93 Truong Phap, Bac Ly, Dong Hoi city, Quang Binh.
- ADP Homestay. Address: 42 Le Quy Don, Dong My, Dong Hoi City, Quang Binh.
7.4 Guesthouses:
- High Dream Hostel. Address: 72 Cao Ba Quat, Dong An, Dong Hoi city, Quang Binh.
- Motel April 30. Address: Truong Phap Street, Hai Thanh Ward, Dong Hoi City, Quang Binh.
- Tinh Tam Guesthouse. Address: 44 Ly Thuong Kiet, Dong Phu ward, Dong Hoi city, Quang Binh.
- Phuong Anh Guesthouse. Address: 48 Le Quy Don, Dong Hoi city, Quang Binh.
- Thien Loc Guesthouse. Address: 27A Hoang Dieu, Nam Ly, Dong Hoi city, Quang Binh.
8. Some famous tourist attractions near Nhat Le beach
8.1. Nhat Le Bridge
Nhat Le Bridge is the longest bridge in Quang Binh, spanning the Nhat Le River. In addition, from Nhat Le bridge, you can admire the panoramic view of the quiet, peaceful river with both sides of the vibrant city.
8.2. Quang Phu sand dunes
A super beautiful check-in location that should not be missed in the Quang Binh tourist map is Quang Phu sand dunes. Coming here, you will feel extremely excited by the scenery like a real desert, with smooth, white sand dunes stretching endlessly. Thus, do not forget to experience the extremely exciting sand games here.
8.3 Bao Ninh beach village
Visiting Bao Ninh beach village at dawn or dusk and immersing yourself in the simple life of fishermen will be a new experience you should try. This village is located on the Bao Ninh peninsula, where you can also visit many historical relics that have existed for a long time. It is associated with the cultural beliefs of coastal fishermen.
8.4 Dong Hoi Market – Mother Suot Monument
Dong Hoi Market is one of the famous places not to be missed in the Quang Binh travel itinerary, suitable for foodies who want to explore the cuisine here. Besides, coming to this market, you will experience many Quang Binh specialties and have many souvenirs suitable to buy as gifts.
Dong Hoi Market is also very close to the famous Mother Suot monument – a symbol of courage and witness to the heroic history of the Vietnamese people during the resistance war against America.
8.5 Quang Binh Gate
Besides, on your itinerary to explore Quang Binh, don’t forget to visit Quang Binh Gate, a typical ancient architectural work of the city. In the past, this place was one of the vital gates, playing an important role in maintaining the territory. At the same time, it was an important line of defense in many wars to defend the country of our Vietnamese predecessors.
8.6 Dong Hoi Ancient Citadel
Dong Hoi Ancient Citadel is one of the remaining historical relics from the war to defend the country during the Trinh – Nguyen period, located in Hai Dinh ward. This place still retains its impressive ancient architecture. When you visit, you will clearly experience the art of building citadels and ramparts of the Vietnamese people during the chaotic war period.
8.7 Dai Giac Pagoda
Dai Giac Pagoda is a famous spiritual tourist destination in Quang Binh, attracting many tourists and Buddhists every year to visit, study and worship. Especially, inside the pagoda there is a monolithic marble statue of Amitabha Buddha. This is considered one of the largest marble Buddha statues in Vietnam today.
8.8 Rock jumping beach
The jumping rock beach possesses a surreal beauty that makes visitors admire it. In particular, there are rocks with unique shapes and many different colors molded entirely by the hands of nature. Coming here, you can also take super quality and beautiful virtual photos.
Nhat Le Beach is a famous place, you definitely have to visit on the Quang Binh tourist map. Besides Nhat Le beach, Quang Binh has many interesting things, attractive entertainment spots, and diverse cuisine waiting for you to explore.
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