Vietnam is proud of its many fantastic tropical beaches. One of them is Mui Ne, which is unique with an isolated stretch of shoreline.
Overview of Mui Ne southern beach
Mui Ne is one of the famous tourist hubs of Phan Thiet beach city where almost tourists/travelers gather. Nowadays, its square is 35,41 km2, and the population is nearly 60.000 people. In the past, Mui Ne was an isolated stretch of shoreline where pioneering travelers camped on the sand, and Russian military stayed there for political purpose. Times have flown, and there are many wide-range accommodations from shoestring guest house to luxury beachfront resorts.
Almost these resorts are quite lovely with a beachfront swimming pool and a well-maintained garden. In every early morning, you can take the short drive to the local meeting point to see the original fishing village which still exists until now. It owns a long bucket list of accommodation, and restaurants offer a vast selection of seafood.
To access to Mui Ne, it is available direct flight from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. By bus, it takes us around 5-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City or Nha Trang to get there. The beach is quiet enough for great walks, jogging, and spectacular sunsets. It is not only that but also golf courses, beautiful pagodas, amazing red and white dunes as well as multi-choice water sports.
Best time to travel Mui Ne
Mui Ne is available whole year for traveling. However, it is the best time between November to March with an average temperature of 27 degrees. At that time, the sky is sunny, windy with lovely weather. It is an excellent choice for swimming, kitesurfing, kayaking, surfing because of its rock-free waters. Rainy Season in Mui Ne is between July and September; its average humidity is around 79%. However, the rainfall is quite short, not all day.
Mui Ne see and do
1. Red and White dunes
Have you ever heard about Bau Trang or White Lake? It is the best-recommended dunes in this beauty spot and 26 km northwest of Mui Ne Beach. In this place, you can find out a few small food stores to visitors under the shade of pine trees. Its uniqueness is to explore it the whole year round, but after or before the sand is getting hot and hotter under the fierce sunlight. You are advanced to bring with you lots of water.
2. Mui Ne fishing village
Mui Ne Fishing Village is one of the big bonuses for your tropical beach vacation. By doing that, you get the opportunity to get closer to the local daily life of the fisherman. It is not the only culture, but you can also sample the very freshly seafood there with a wide range of sea creatures. These fishing villages own the fantastic view with the central theme of tranquil coastline, palm trees, and colorful fishing boat.
For the breath-taking pictures, you should access to the fishing pier at 5:00 am to witness the fishermen return from the sea. Their ships are full of freshly crabs, scallops, groupers, and stingrays. After that, they are admiring the sunrise is another big bonus of your Mui Ne trip.
3. The story of the oldest towers of Vietnam
The ancient towers which worshipping Shiva witnessed the long history of Mui Ne. They belong to the era of the Cham Kingdom with its typical architecture. The Cham people built that during the occupation of the area in the 8th century. It is also one of the recommended symbol icons of Mui Ne.
4. Active Outdoor activities: Biking, trekking, windsurfing
For adventure watersports, you can find it out in Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, and Mui Ne also. However, Mui Ne is unique with MANTA Sail Training Center, which provides impressive sailing conditions both for beginners and experienced players. Besides sailing, you have a wide range of outdoor activities such as kite surfing, windsurfing, Jet Ski. It is a perfect set-up for these incredible experiences. This tiny fishing town is the home to the 1st sailing school in Vietnam
5. Bai Rang beach
It is one of the best beautiful beaches in Phan Thiet city. ‘’Bai Rang’’ is not over 15 km far from the city center. With long-white coastline, you will enjoy fantastic sea view under the shadow of coconut forest. During summertime, it is busy with both domestic and international tourists lying down on the white sand. Not only the beach, but you will also be amazed at its typical seafood, especially ‘’Ca Chuon Xanh’’ which looks like dragonflies.
6. Bai Hon Rom Beach
Just 2km from Phan Thiet downtown, it attracts many travelers and expats to check-in this place. Hon Rom is divided into two parts; the front beach is super bustling while the left part is super quiet as a hideaway. In this atmosphere, we can immerse yourself in nature, blue ocean and sky. Not only the landscape but also it is famous for affordable street food as well as seafood.
Where to shop and what to buy in Mui Ne
1. Phan Thiet Central market
Phan Thiet Central Market plays an essential role in the local’s daily lives. They welcome a massive crowd of vendors as well as tourists/travelers. With a wide selection of thousands of kinds of stuff, it suits every demanding from the cheapest. It is the paradise of fresh fruits, spices, nuts, meat, dried foodstuff, clothes, and seafood also, etc. If possible, dropping there in the morning for authentic Vietnamese delicacies for breakfast such as crispy pancake, turmeric noodles, fresh spring rolls.
2. Mui Ne handicraft
We can’t find out Mui Ne handicraft if without entering Java Restaurant. This shop offers a set of beautiful tailor-made with the disadvantaged local artist. They focus on social values. As a result, their products are very authentic and express their inner life and emotion. Just a few steps from the Ham Tien market, the children can come here to learn to sew and paint while other artists make handmade clothes, blankets, jewelry, and bags.
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 07:00 – 23:00
3. Long Beach Pearl
If Phan Thiet market is mainly for cheap stuff, Long Beach Pearl is the high-end jewelry shop where you can buy a unique just-for-you design at the not too high price. It is available bracelets, pendants, rings, earrings for your choice. Regarding the jewelry, you can order to make from pearl, silver, gold, gemstones, etc. Their staff is amiable and informative to suit your demand.
- Opening Hours: Daily 10:00 – 22:00
- Address: 96 Nguyen Dinh Chieu, Ham Tien, Phan Thiet – Mui Ne Tel: +84 62 374 1813
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