A tropical island off southern Vietnam with long white-sand beaches, seafood night markets, pepper farms and one of the world's longest sea cable cars. Here's what Phu Quoc is like, when to go and how long to stay.
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November to April is the dry season, with sunshine and calm, clear sea, and December to March is the best of it. April is the hottest month. May to October is the rainy season, when the west coast beaches can be rough, but it's quieter and cheaper.
A long curve of soft white sand and clear water on the south-east coast, one of the island's prettiest beaches.
Ride one of the world's longest sea cable cars from An Thoi out over the fishing boats to Hon Thom island.
Boat trips around the small islands off the south coast, with snorkelling over coral.
The night market in Duong Dong town, packed with grilled seafood stalls and local snacks.
Visit the island's famous pepper farms and the factories where its fish sauce is made.
The west-facing beaches are made for sunsets, with bars and cafés right on the sand.
Forest covering much of the north of the island, with walking trails and streams.
There are no direct flights. Fly to Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi, often with one stop, then take a short domestic flight to Phu Quoc. Some airlines also connect through hubs such as Singapore or Bangkok.
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December to March, in the dry season, when the sea is calm and the skies are clear. It's still hot in April.
Four to six days is enough for beaches, a boat trip and the cable car. Many people add it to the end of a trip around Vietnam.
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