Enjoying a central location in con dao island, con dao camping is just steps to an hai beach and provides comfortable cabanastyle accommodations. Con dao airport vcs is located on main island con son. Dao island a private island for sale in palawan philippines. Con dao islands information, con dao holiday information. The sixteen pristine islands that make up the con dao archipelago lie off vietnams southern coast and the breathtakingly beautiful land and seascapes provide the perfect spot for watersports as well as cultural exploration. Con dao served as a prison island for political prisoners during the french colonial era, when it was known as poulo condore, and in later years the saigon regime imprisoned opponents of the regime in the infamous cells known as the tiger cages. Con dao guest house hotel con dao islands deals, photos. Animal lovers should visit between may and october, when female seaturtles take to the land to lay their eggs for the coming season. Con dao resort, con dao eilanden boek dit hotel op voor lage tarieven, directe bevestiging, onafhankelijke recensies, hotelinformatie en fotos. There are no river systems on the islands but rather really small streams. Trek or cycle your way through the hills for panoramic views, take a fishing trip.
The ultimate guide to the con dao islands claire slobodian discovers sleepy island life and empty beaches on one of vietnams few untamed gems. The 10 best things to do in con dao islands 2020 with. Meet the locals and discover a different side of the con dao island. Ana claudia antunes, the tao of physical and spiritual. Oct 31, 2015 con dao islands, situated 97 nautical miles off vung tau, attract tourists with their pristine beaches and historical landmarks. Mar 14, 2014 the sixteen pristine islands that make up the con dao archipelago lie off vietnams southern coast and the breathtakingly beautiful land and seascapes provide the perfect spot for watersports as well as cultural exploration. Ive included all the information i can, and categorized it in a way that makes it easy. Were particularly interested in snorkeling and i know that it is a windier time of year. You may want to steer clear of the island between june and september. Con dao camping is located in the heart of tourism in con daodistrict.
Great for savvy travellers looking to escape bustling city life, the main island. Among those islands and beaches, con dao islands listed in the mustgo appealing place. The best con dao islands vacation packages 2020 tripadvisor. For more information see the article con dao islands featured on. Vasco, a subsidiary of vietnam airlines, is the only airline to service con dao. Sea travel in con dao islands expert tips on getting to con dao islands by sea sea transport in con dao islands lonely planet hi there, we use cookies to improve your experience on our website. Isolated from the mainland, con dao islands is 97 sea miles from ba ria vung tau province about 80km from ho chi minh city and is divided into 16 islands and islets, one of which is con son island, the largest of this chain. After the frenetic streets of ho chi minh city, the first thing you notice on arriving at the sleepy con dao islands, only a 45minute flight from vietnams biggest city, is the. The ultimate guide to the con dao islands time out. Con son, the largest of this chain of 15 islands and islets, is ringed with lovely beaches. Con dao consists of a total of 16 small islands, located about 230 kilometers and 45 minutes by plane from ho chi minh city. Below is my full guide to taking the ferry from soc trang to con dao.
However the history of the island is not the main reason for a visit because con dao is beautiful and this con dao travel guide will tell you more. Con son, the largest of this chain of 15 islands and islets, is. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the dates you. Your request for booking will be sent to rainbow divers con dao island directly. Discover a variety of vietnam experiences with six senses con dao. Ive always thought it inexplicable why so few travellers visit the con dao islands. Great for savvy travellers looking to escape bustling city life. You can view route information for airlines that fly to con dao, compare the prices of both low cost and traditional airlines which fly to con dao and book your flights by clicking the links below skyscanner allows you to find the cheapest flights to con. The con dao archipelago is situated off the south eastern tip of vietnam, 230. The largest and only inhabited island is con son 51. A guide to the con dao islands in vietnam 2017 2018. Here, martin and i had a short stopover of three hours before we did this final part of the journey by plane to con son the largest of the con dao islands.
The boat from vung tau only leaves on certain days and information on dates of departure is hard to obtain although when last checked, ferries were running daily when the seas are generally calm march to july. Surprising for such a small island with relatively few. The location of resort in the city and the beach is the best. Use the quicklinks below to jump to the desired section regarding transport in and around con dao islands. It is kilometres from town, taking a leisurely 20 minutes to get to or from. Con dao islands, also known as con dao national park, are an archipelago of 16 mostly uninhabited islets just off the southern coast of vietnam, each of which offering expansive beaches shaded with evergreen trees. Con dao was recognized as a nature reserve in 1984 and a national park in 1993. Het aantal sterren voor een accommodatie dat getoond wordt op, wordt niet bepaald door. Long the preserve of political prisoners and undesirables, they now turn heads thanks to their striking natural beauty. Con dao resort, con dao eilanden boek een aanbieding op. Con dao is an archipelago of sixteen islands with a total area of 76. Vvcs, also known as co ong airport, is a small airport in vietnam with domestic flights only. Motorbikes and bicycles can travel on the superdong ferry, but not cars. And did you know that marco polo paid a visit to con dao and mentions both sondur and condur islands in his 1292 book the travels of marco polo.
Vietnam luxury beach resorts luxury con dao resort. From water sports to historical tours, we offer something for every interest. The first toprated resort in vietnams archipelago islands, it is contemporary in design, yet draws on the essence of a traditional. Despite its rich historic past and unparalleled landscapes, con dao remains one of vietnams uncovered corners. I ve always thought it inexplicable why so few travellers visit the con dao islands. Seaview bungalow in con dao islands for rent in con dao. Even bai an hai, the easiest public beach to reach here and the first youll likely dip your toes in if staying in one of the bungalows at con dao sea travel resort see where to stay, below feels wild and untamed. Great for savvy travellers looking to escape bustling city life, the main island also boasts miles of coastal roads, hiking trails and a wide range of. On the lighter side, and one of the islands main draws, con dao also boasts some of the most spectactular beaches in the region. The rooms were very nice we had with the view on the sea and very clean. How much is the fare for flight between ho chi minh city and con dao. The less you move on the ground the more the world moves around. The wild beauty of the islands makes many people choose to travel to con dao in this march.
Here, lush green mountains meet crystal clear waters, resulting in no shortage of land and sea activities. Con dao national park encompasses oceanic and coastal ecosystems such as mangrove forests, coral reefs. Guests can enjoy meals at the onsite restaurant and free private parking on site. Six senses con dao is a breathtaking vietnam luxury beach resort. Apr, 2020 being regarded as one of the most mysterious islands on the planet, con dao possesses the most untouched and beautiful beaches in vietnam and in the world.
The most beautiful beach in vietnam is con dao islands. There is an overnight ferry from vung tau port which takes around 12 hours and leaves at 5pm. The ultimate guide to the con dao islands claire slobodian discovers sleepy island life and empty beaches on. Vietnam airlines is currently operating 6 daily flights from ho chi minh city to con dao. You can expect to see a good variety of tropical marine life. Saigon condao resort con dao islands 2020 updated deals. The 15 best things to do in con dao islands updated 2020. Deluxe this is the first luxury accommodation to open on the island of con son and is a stand out property in the six senses portfolio having won awards for its unusual construction and design. Food is more expensive than on the mainland, but there are some very tasty eats to be had. You can view route information for airlines that fly to con dao, compare the prices of both low cost and traditional airlines which fly to con dao and book your flights by clicking the links below skyscanner allows you.
The best time to go to con dao islands, including current weather conditions, temperatures and rainfall. Management board con dao relicsso luoc ve khu di tich lich su con dao va. Con dao is een leuke eilandengroep behorend tot vietnam. Those with vietnam travel plans should look closely at con dao even though it is remote or precisely because it is. Being regarded as one of the most mysterious islands on the planet, con dao possesses the most untouched and beautiful beaches in vietnam and in the world. Below is my full guide to taking the ferry from soc trang to. Van son pagoda is 2,300 feet from the property, while con dao prisoner is 1. Con daoarchipelagofishing boatsislandsvietnamwavestoursbookoutdoor. The total protected area of the park is 20,000ha, including 14,000ha of sea and 6,000ha of forest on 14 islands. The breakfast are excellent not european breakfast, but many times better vietnamese. Palawan is one of the top beach and island destinations for. Discover con dao islands adventures around con dao. Popular dao books share book recommendations with your.
Located off the southern coast of vietnam, the remote and utterly beautiful con dao islands offer visitors a rare experience not found anywhere else in the country. The coral reefs around the islands have a variety of shapes and colors, divers can expect here to see soft and hard corals, table corals, bubble corals, anemones, and sponges. Con dao, vung tau, archipelago, san francisco ferry, islands, vietnam, travel, island, viajes. We pride ourselves on providing a unique diving and holiday experience for all visitors to con dao. On the next page you make your request for booking and fill out your contact details. Hi there, we use cookies to improve your experience on our website. Con dao islands, situated 97 nautical miles off vung tau, attract tourists with their pristine beaches and historical landmarks. Con dao islands what to see and do on con dao island. A rare, titled private island for sale in coron, busuanga, palawan.
Today, the jungle drums bang a different beat that tells stories of a true nature paradise with postcardbeautiful beaches. The ferry from soc trang to con dao vietnam coracle. The flight is operated by vasco airlines, a subsidiary of vietnam airlines and there are up to 6 flights daily. For many vietnamese, i would imagine it has something to do with con son island s dark past as a penal colony. Vietnam experiences what to do in vietnam six senses. The nearest airport that has flights to con dao iata. Direct flights from con dao island vcs flightconnections. With a bloody past as a penal colony, the secluded con dao islands have been a rather unknown area for travelers in vietnam. Senses diving con dao is located on the beautiful archipelago of con dao, vietnam. Aside from seafood, some vegetables and meat, everything is imported to con dao when it comes to eating, so the price of a good meal here reflects that. But, for foreign travellers, maybe the relatively high airfare from saigon, or the cheap but long and arduous boat ride from vung tau the only. Isolated from the mainland, the con dao islands are one of vietnams star attractions.
Con dao are remote islands in the southeast part of vietnam that offer safe and unspoiled diving for divers of all levels. The isolated archipelago is comprised of 16 islands and islets. Exploring vietnams remote con dao islands lonely planet. The con dao islands reefs are unquestionably the best in vietnam, with healthy soft and hard coral, and there are also a few wrecks to explore including a 65m thai freight ship. Plan your getaway and discover the natural beauty of the region from our fivestar resort. Con dao was listed by the usbased travel and leisure magazine as one of 20 most mysterious islands in the world in 2011 and recognized as vietnams first sea ramsar site last year. Con dao express con dao islands 2020 all you need to know. Top things to do in con dao islands, ba riavung tau province. Photos of con dao islands, see photos of con dao islands, vietnam by travellers. Were hoping to go to con dao in early december and are considering staying at the poulo condor boutique resort. Con dao island has a colourful history, great morning markets and an amazing sea life, all of which can be explored with our local tour guide. May 04, 2015 the ultimate guide to the con dao islands. Late november through to july is the safest bet for calm, dry. Discover boutique hotels in con dao islands, vietnam.
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