#Southern Vietnam

A stunning aerial view of numerous boats in a tranquil coastal bay surrounded by hills.

Hon Son Island: The Southern Island That Phu Quoc Used to Be

Hon Son sits in the Gulf of Thailand between Rach Gia and Nam Du — small, unhurried, and almost entirely off the package-tour radar.

Jun 21, 20264 min readsouth

Women in conical hats fishing in mangrove forest using bamboo traps.

Destinations

Dat Mui: Standing at the Southernmost Point of Vietnam

Ca Mau's Dat Mui is the literal southern tip of Vietnam — a remote marker in the mangroves that rewards the journey as much as the arrival.

Jun 18, 20264 min readsouth

A close-up of a sea turtle nesting under red light in Chocó, Colombia.

Destinations

Con Dao in October: Watching Sea Turtles Nest on Bay Canh Beach

October is peak nesting season for green sea turtles on Bay Canh beach — here's how to join the ranger program and what to expect on the overnight watch.

Jun 17, 20265 min readsouth

People kayaking through lush palm-fringed canals in Vietnam's Mekong Delta.

Destinations

Cu Lao An Binh, Vinh Long: A Mekong Island Homestay Worth the Detour

Across a narrow stretch of the Mekong from Vinh Long town sits Cu Lao An Binh — a cluster of river islands where fruit orchards shade homestay guestrooms and the canals are narrow enough to kayak.

Jun 17, 20265 min readsouth

Urban street view with motorbikes and buildings in Dalat, Vietnam during the day.

Destinations

Con Dao's Prison Museums: What to Expect and Why They Matter

Con Dao is not just a beach escape. Its war-era prisons and Hang Duong cemetery are among the most sobering historical sites in southern Vietnam — and worth the trip alone.

Jun 17, 20264 min readsouth

Motorcyclists navigate a vibrant street in Ho Chi Minh City, showcasing urban life and culture.

Destinations

Cat Tien National Park: Jungle, Gibbons, and Wild Elephants Two Hours from Saigon

Cat Tien is one of southern Vietnam's last lowland rainforests — close enough to Saigon for a weekend, wild enough to remind you the city isn't everything.

Jun 16, 20265 min readsouth

Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit Southern Vietnam: December Through March

Southern Vietnam's dry season runs December to March — but each month feels different on the ground, from cool Saigon nights to the wind-battered coast of Phu Quoc in January.

Jun 15, 20265 min readsouth

A street vendor in Hồ Chí Minh City pushes a cart through the bustling market, capturing vibrant urban life.

Itineraries

5-Day Southern Vietnam Express: Saigon, Mekong Delta, and Phu Quoc

A fast-paced, highly efficient 5-day itinerary linking the energy of Saigon, the waterways of Can Tho, and the beaches of Phu Quoc.

Jun 9, 20265 min readsouth

A vibrant beach scene with people enjoying the sand, boats docked, and a city skyline in the background.

Itineraries

Weekend in Vung Tau: Ferry, Banh Khot, and Back by Sunday Night

Vung Tau is Saigon's pressure-release valve — two hours by ferry, a long beach, and one of the south's best street-food scenes. Here's how to do it in 48 hours.

May 30, 20264 min readsouth

Destinations

Hon Son Island: The Southern Island That Phu Quoc Used to Be

Hon Son sits in the Gulf of Thailand between Rach Gia and Nam Du — small, unhurried, and almost entirely off the package-tour radar.

Jun 21, 20264 min readsouth

Destinations

Dat Mui: Standing at the Southernmost Point of Vietnam

Ca Mau's Dat Mui is the literal southern tip of Vietnam — a remote marker in the mangroves that rewards the journey as much as the arrival.

Jun 18, 20264 min readsouth

Destinations

Con Dao in October: Watching Sea Turtles Nest on Bay Canh Beach

October is peak nesting season for green sea turtles on Bay Canh beach — here's how to join the ranger program and what to expect on the overnight watch.

Jun 17, 20265 min readsouth

Destinations

Cu Lao An Binh, Vinh Long: A Mekong Island Homestay Worth the Detour

Across a narrow stretch of the Mekong from Vinh Long town sits Cu Lao An Binh — a cluster of river islands where fruit orchards shade homestay guestrooms and the canals are narrow enough to kayak.

Jun 17, 20265 min readsouth

Destinations

Con Dao's Prison Museums: What to Expect and Why They Matter

Con Dao is not just a beach escape. Its war-era prisons and Hang Duong cemetery are among the most sobering historical sites in southern Vietnam — and worth the trip alone.

Jun 17, 20264 min readsouth

Destinations

Cat Tien National Park: Jungle, Gibbons, and Wild Elephants Two Hours from Saigon

Cat Tien is one of southern Vietnam's last lowland rainforests — close enough to Saigon for a weekend, wild enough to remind you the city isn't everything.

Jun 16, 20265 min readsouth

Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit Southern Vietnam: December Through March

Southern Vietnam's dry season runs December to March — but each month feels different on the ground, from cool Saigon nights to the wind-battered coast of Phu Quoc in January.

Jun 15, 20265 min readsouth

Itineraries

5-Day Southern Vietnam Express: Saigon, Mekong Delta, and Phu Quoc

A fast-paced, highly efficient 5-day itinerary linking the energy of Saigon, the waterways of Can Tho, and the beaches of Phu Quoc.

Jun 9, 20265 min readsouth

Itineraries

Weekend in Vung Tau: Ferry, Banh Khot, and Back by Sunday Night

Vung Tau is Saigon's pressure-release valve — two hours by ferry, a long beach, and one of the south's best street-food scenes. Here's how to do it in 48 hours.

May 30, 20264 min readsouth

#Southern Vietnam

Hon Son Island: The Southern Island That Phu Quoc Used to Be

Dat Mui: Standing at the Southernmost Point of Vietnam

Con Dao in October: Watching Sea Turtles Nest on Bay Canh Beach

Cu Lao An Binh, Vinh Long: A Mekong Island Homestay Worth the Detour

Con Dao's Prison Museums: What to Expect and Why They Matter

Cat Tien National Park: Jungle, Gibbons, and Wild Elephants Two Hours from Saigon

Best Time to Visit Southern Vietnam: December Through March

5-Day Southern Vietnam Express: Saigon, Mekong Delta, and Phu Quoc

Weekend in Vung Tau: Ferry, Banh Khot, and Back by Sunday Night

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#Southern Vietnam

Hon Son Island: The Southern Island That Phu Quoc Used to Be

Dat Mui: Standing at the Southernmost Point of Vietnam

Con Dao in October: Watching Sea Turtles Nest on Bay Canh Beach

Cu Lao An Binh, Vinh Long: A Mekong Island Homestay Worth the Detour

Con Dao's Prison Museums: What to Expect and Why They Matter

Cat Tien National Park: Jungle, Gibbons, and Wild Elephants Two Hours from Saigon

Best Time to Visit Southern Vietnam: December Through March

5-Day Southern Vietnam Express: Saigon, Mekong Delta, and Phu Quoc

Weekend in Vung Tau: Ferry, Banh Khot, and Back by Sunday Night

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#Southern Vietnam

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#Southern Vietnam

Related tags — often tagged alongside.

Going to Vietnam?Eat and travel smarter.

Going to Vietnam?
Eat and travel smarter.

Going to Vietnam?
Eat and travel smarter.