What are some popular beaches among locals in Vietnam?

Vietnam boasts more than 3,000 kilometers of coastlines embellished with beautiful sandy beaches and bays. Although some beaches were developed for tourists, it is possible to find many beautiful places that are still popular among the people of the country. Below are some of the most frequently visited beaches preferred by the Vietnamese.

Phu Quoc Island

Koh Phu Quoc, an island in the Gulf of Thailand, is considered to be the best place for beach tourism in Vietnam. This island is situated in the Gulf of Thailand and is endowed with 50 kilometers of beach frontage with smooth white sand and a beautiful blue sea. Star Beach or Bai Sao is the preferred beach of the Vietnamese locals found on the southeastern part of the island. Extremely famous, it is said to have the finest sand, which resembles powdered sugar. There is a gradual incline to these shallow green waters that are suitable for swimming by all ages. Here, beneath the canopy of fresh green coconut palms, sitting on mats spread on the sand, are the many families and groups of friends sharing freshly cracked coconuts, barbecued seafood, and tropical fruits bought from the moving suppliers.

Nha Trang

Nha Trang is an active city located on the South Central Coast of Vietnam commonly known for its bays, islands, and beautiful beaches that attract both domestic and international visitors. For a leisurely stay, the favorite place among the locals is the Vinpearl Beach on Hon Tre Island which is located only 5 minutes by boat from Nha Trang. This beach is perfect for families with children because of the gentle, fine-grained sand and clear blue water. People visit this place to freely sunbathe under the palm huts, swim in the sea, eat freshly grilled fish and other seafood, and do water activities including paddling, boating, jet skiing, and banana riding.

Lan Ha Bay

Lan Ha Bay is another bay that is situated to the south-east of Nha Trang but it is not as popular as the one mentioned above. The name translates to “bay of smaller delights” and provides locals with a calmer spot to enjoy a beach vacation. A beach that stretches on Bai Xep is very beautiful here with clear water, pine trees, and stalls with seafood grills and especially scallops. It also provides a beautiful picturesque of the forested island in the serene bay out of bounds to many people.

Phan Thiet & Mui Ne Tours

Phan Thiet – Mui Ne in South Central Coast Route 706 is a favored beach city with bright sandy beaches that never fade away. Mui Ne Beach is famous amongst the local youth and especially kitesurfers due to the availability of strong winds and waves and the 10-km long stretch of Ham Tien Beach is perfect for families to spend a leisurely day lying on the sand and having a good time with beachside food stalls, shaded by pine trees, small resorts and many seafood restaurants. One cannot mention B_waita without recalling the red and white dunes that are favorite spots for photographers and locals who often slide down such slopes on sleds, and tourists who have been coming to B_waita for several years. Locals also enjoy the less touristy Ke Ga Beach which is characterized by golden sand, easy descent to the green sea, and cheap local Vietnamese food.

Vung Tau City

Vung Tau City in the Ba Ria – Vung Tau province resembles the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, with a crescent bay surrounded by mountains that are home to green trees. It is just more than an hour's drive from the city of Ho Chi Minh and that makes it an ideal short beach trip destination for those living in this city. Bai Sau or Back Beach is the longest and most frequented one, boasting luxury resorts, seafood eateries, and fine sandy shores lined with pine trees. North of Da Nang, Bai Truoc or Front Beach offers white sandy beaches and mouth-watering seafood. Both serve tasty traditional specialties such as Banh Khot, crispy rice flour pancakes served with shrimp and herbs, and coconut water.

Conclusion

Thus, with the beaches such as these, and so many more, the locals are indeed spoilt for choice when it comes to selecting the next beach destination in Vietnam. Most choose some famous ones like those in Phu Quoc and Nha Trang, but some choose to go further to avoid crowds and discover new bays or islands. For those seeking a rejuvenating beach experience, food lovers, or people just looking for an adrenaline rush, Vietnam’s beaches are perfect for a complete beach vacation for all ages. The picturesque clear blue waters, fine white sand, swaying coconut palm trees, and delicious food entice both local and foreign visitors to continue to return.