Bai Sao Phu Quoc — The Most Beautiful Beach in Vietnam
Bai Sao Beach is one of Vietnam’s most stunning beaches, located in southern Phu Quoc Island near An Thoi town. With over 7 kilometers of powder-fine white sand, crystal-clear turquoise water visible to several meters depth, Bai Sao has been ranked by Lonely Planet among the top 10 beaches in the world.
At Bai Sao, visitors enjoy a complete beach experience in one day: swimming, lounging in beach chairs, renting private cabanas, savoring fresh seafood, joining water sports, or simply relaxing while watching the sunset.
Experiences at Bai Sao
- Day Pass — from $6/person. Includes basic lounger and access to shared amenities like restrooms and changing areas.
- Private Cabana — from $35/cabana. Perfect for 2-4 guests, with direct ocean view and welcome drinks.
- Overnight Glamping — from $65/night. Luxury beachfront camping with sunset and sunrise views.
- Beach Lunch Set — from $10/person, served at your seat or cabana.
- Team Building — dedicated packages for groups of 50-300.
How to Get to Bai Sao
Bai Sao is about 25 km south of Duong Dong town (~40 minutes by car) and 30 km from Phu Quoc International Airport (~45 minutes). Transport options:
- Taxi — around $10-12 one way from the airport.
- Motorbike rental — $6-8/day, allows exploring multiple sights along the way.
- Group tours — many operators offer day tours combining Bai Sao with other southern attractions.
- Shuttle bus — SAO PHU QUOC operates shuttles from select hotels in Duong Dong.
Best Time to Visit Bai Sao
Phu Quoc has two distinct seasons:
- Dry season (November – April) — ideal time. Sunny days, calm seas, minimal rain. Water is crystal clear, gentle waves perfect for swimming and snorkeling.
- Rainy season (May – October) — still visitable with flexible scheduling. Rain typically falls in afternoons; mornings and evenings remain pleasant. Rooms and services are 20-30% cheaper.
Tips for the Perfect Bai Sao Day
- Arrive early — 8-10am has soft sun, fewer crowds, best chair selection.
- Book cabanas in advance — weekends and holidays sell out; reserve via the official website.
- Bring sunscreen — Phu Quoc sun is strong; SPF 50+ recommended.
- Try local cuisine — Ganh Ngon at 113 Tran Hung Dao serves excellent Phu Quoc seafood set menus.
- Combine with yacht — after Bai Sao, enjoy a sunset yacht tour with Paghera Yacht.
Book Bai Sao Online
Reserve beach tickets, cabanas, glamping, and experience combos online via our Booking page. The system checks availability in real-time, applies day-based pricing (weekends +20%), and offers a 10% early bird discount when booking 30+ days ahead.
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- Beach Club Phu Quoc — Day passes, cabanas, loungers
- Glamping Phu Quoc — Luxury beach camping
- Best beaches in Phu Quoc