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About4 of 42 B&Bs / Inns in Con SonWith 8 double-bed rooms are similar ways of decoration, Mai homestay is less-environmental impact room has windows and is facilitated with sofa or rattan chairs and tables. We try our best to bring you a less-plastic homestay from toiletries, amenities, purified drinking water to compostable plastic waste bags. Rooms with wooden decoration and eco-friendly household moreProperty amenitiesFree High Speed Internet WiFiWifiAirport transportationRoom featuresAir conditioningRoom serviceKitchenetteGood to knowLocationHuynh Thuc Khang Street Zone 3, Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province 790000 VietnamName/address in local languageReviewsTraveler ratingExcellent16Very Good0Average0Poor0Terrible0Time of yearMar-MayJun-AugSep-NovDec-FebTraveler typeFamiliesCouplesSoloBusinessFriendsLanguageAll languages16English14Vietnamese2Rio wrote a review Jul 2020Philippines4 contributionsI initially booked for three nights but ended up staying for six! The place is immaculate. The room decorations are well-thought-out. Kitty, Thuy and Bông are very accommodating. They’re all helpful and caring. They offer afternoon coffees and share inspiring stories. You can also ask them for personalized tours. I will definitely go back! Thanks for making my trip memorable. Date of stay July 2020Trip type Traveled soloThis review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn wrote a review Mar 20202 contributionsI have slept in Mai Homestay for nine nights. The owners are really nice and available for every needs. They provide free water and try to make everything as eco friendly as possible. I rented a scooter for 100k a day. Rooms are really nice and cleanDate of stay February 2020CleanlinessServiceSleep QualityThis review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn from HÆ°Æ¡ng Nguyá»…n, Owner at Mai HomestayDear Giovanni, It our pleasure to have you as a guest during 10 days on Tet holiday. Please take good care. I do believe we are all will get over this pandemic very soon. With love, Kitty- ThuyThis response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor Chi Minh City, Vietnam1 contributionWonderful and endearing homestay experience! The best place to stay on Con Dao island. Kitty and Thuy are amazing! They are so friendly, warm, and helpful and work tirelessly every day to provide top-rate service. The building itself is trendy and modern in aesthetic- very tasteful yet comfortable. Restaurants, shops, temples, and beaches are just a short motorbike ride away. Motorbikes can be rented very inexpensively. Kitty and Thuy took us sightseeing every chance they were free. We went to beaches, went hiking, and frequented cafes. They even grilled dinner for us one night- delicious!! We never expected to be treated so well. We cannot recommend Mai Homestay enough- please check it out!!Date of stay February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn from HÆ°Æ¡ng Nguyá»…n, Owner at Mai HomestayDear Tan and Jessie, We would love to welcome you back any time to create more experiences and memories together. Wish you all the best! With love, Kitty- ThuyThis response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor L wrote a review Jan 2020London, United Kingdom12 contributions14 helpful votesThis place is wonderful as it is run by independent women, it is modern and clean. The room designs are very nice and beds are comfortable. I was especially pleased to see that there were glass bottles with drinkable water and the owners encourage environmental thinking. There is a small kitchen area where you can have some fruit or snacks. It is nice for relaxing after a long day looking around Con of stay December 2019Room Tip Rooms back house are further away from trafficSee more room tipsThis review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn from HÆ°Æ¡ng N, Owner at Mai HomestayDear Liina, Thank you so much for choosing and staying with us at Mai during your days in Con Dao. And great to know that we are in same point of view about reducing plastic waste, this would inspires us to keep going on our environmental thinking. Best regards, KittyThis response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor wrote a review Jan 20201 contributionWe stayed 3 nights during Christmas holidays and we're glad we did. Kitty and Thuy are super welcoming and helpful hosts, with sweet attentions. The homestay provides very nice and clean rooms, and the central location is perfect to explore the island. There's really nothing to complain about. See you again!Date of stay December 2019CleanlinessServiceSleep QualityThis review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn from HÆ°Æ¡ng N, Owner at Mai HomestayDear David, Your nickname on TripAdvisor remind me about windy time while superdong boat can't leave due to bad weather, but finally we met each other. It is our pleasure to have you and your girlfriend with us at Mai during Christmas. And yes, we are delighted to welcome you back! Warm regard, KittyThis response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor The Netherlands145 contributions41 helpful votesWe spent 3 nights here, but we wished we could have stayed longer! We had a warm welcome by the 2 super friendly hosts. Kitty and Thuy are kind and available to assist or answer questions at any time. The room is great and spacious and they do their best to be as environmentally friendly as possible there for they offer free drinking water in reusable glass bottles. we rented motorbikes to tour around the island. Kitty also organizes trips; hiking, snorkeling, you name it! We can only recommend to stay here if you are visiting Con Dao! You won’t be disappointed Date of stay December 2019Trip type Traveled with familyThis review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn from HÆ°Æ¡ng N, Owner at Mai HomestayDear Hann, It is great to know that you had a wonderful stay on Con Dao, and of course with us. As I remember, our big boy Do promised me that he will definitely see me again next year to play football together. We would love to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, KittyThis response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor wrote a review Jan 2020Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa3 contributions2 helpful votesWe stayed for a week over dec 2019 / jan 2020. The room itself is lovely, clean and spacious with a seperate sitting area and sleeping loft. The bathroom has a great shower and bathroom amenities fit perfectly with the room. The room was exceptionally clean and the bed was very comfortable. The free drinking water and wifi were much appreciated as well as a great aircon unit. The decor is very tasteful and fits with the theme of the island. The location is wonderful. Close enough to the main section of town to walk to dinner, the beach and shopping but away from any noise. We slept very well every night and it is a very peaceful location. The hosts are absolutely fantastic and made our stay so special. We were made to feel very welcome and gained so much info on activities from the hosts. Don’t miss out on this gem - I cannot recommend it of stay January 2020Trip type Traveled as a coupleThis review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn from HÆ°Æ¡ng N, Owner at Mai HomestayDear Bea and Meat, We are so delighted to hear that you had a great time with us at Mai. And very proud to know that you loved the room decoration. Thank you so much to staying with us and supporting us reduce plastic waste into environment. Hopefully to see you soon in Sidney Warm hug from us, Kitty + Thuy + MiluThis response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor Chi Minh City, Vietnam4 contributionsThe location of Mai is near the center of Con Dao, so it's convenient for me to go around and explore Con Dao local food or some nice coffee shops, it's also near the beach, but I don't remember the name of that beach, it's near Mai and rather quite than the beach in the center, I don't like too much people ; The room is so nice and clean. Especially the hosts, 2 young and friendly girls, they're so kind. They showed me many places and local food in Con Dao. I was so grateful for their support to help me get through my horrible seasick as buying me medicine and food. The room, the hosts, all things in Mai made me feel like home, really love this place and this island, hope that I can be back this place soon. Highly recommend for those who like exploring and trying local food like me …Date of stay December 2019CleanlinessServiceSleep QualityThis review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn from HÆ°Æ¡ng N, Owner at Mai HomestayDear Vy, We are glad to have you at our house. More than guest, we are friend and we are delighted to welcome you again in future with other adventures on Con Dao. Take good care and stay happy. Milu is waiting for you to dance with him one day! With love, Kitty - ThuyThis response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor stayed for 7 nights in Mai homestay from Dec. 14th to 21st. Here I met Kitty and her friend Thuy who are very friendly. On the first day arrival, I was invited to Kitty’s home to participate a home party. I ate delicious spring rolls and hot pot there. In the following days, Kitty and Thuy gave me many suggestions about beautiful sceneries on the island. Also, we enjoyed dinner and snacks together in the evenings. Kitty and Thuy speaks perfect English, and Thuy is also good at speaking Chinese. I learnt a lot about Vietnam culture from them and lived like a local people. In all, that’s the best homestay I have ever of stay December 2019Trip type Traveled soloThis review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn from HÆ°Æ¡ng N, Owner at Mai HomestayDear Zhenmin, Our pleasure to have you at house as a guest, and leaving as a friend. We glad to hear you had a good time staying with us, and enjoyed so much on this beautiful island. We definitely will contact you if we travel to Shanghai. And please let us know if you revisit Mai one day Warm regards, Kitty - ThuyThis response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor wrote a review Dec 20193 contributions6 helpful votesMy Boyfriend and I went after a 2 Weeks trip through Vietnam to Con Dao and booked Mai Homestay very spontainious. Kitty and Thuy made such a Great Job from the beginning to the end! Kitty was always available wether we had questions, wanted to ask for good locations or simply needed help. The rooms are super comfy, clean and very NEW. Motorbikes where there for rent. Furthermore we had a Daytrip with Kitty which was really intressting. She had so much to tell us as she told us she grew up in Con Dao. I can really recommend this location for anybody it felt like home for us. Thank you Kitty & Thuy for everything you've done for us we have such great Memories!Date of stay December 2019Trip type Traveled as a coupleThis review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn from HÆ°Æ¡ng N, Owner at Mai HomestayXin chà o Shannon and Manfred, Thank you so much for choosing us and our house for your vacation in Viet Nam. I am missing the night we drank beer together and chatting until midnight. It's great to hear such a good feedback from you that you had enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to have a chance to welcome you again at Mai Kind regards, Kitty and ThuyThis response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor Ria-Vung Tau ProvinceCon Dao IslandsCon SonNUMBER OF ROOMS8Is This Your Tripadvisor Listing?Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much Your ListingFrequently Asked Questions about Mai HomestayWhat are some of the property amenities at Mai Homestay?Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, airport transportation, and room are some restaurants close to Mai Homestay?Conveniently located restaurants include Giaminh Bistro, Bar200 Con Dao, and Beach House Con Dao - Casual Dining & Mai Homestay have airport transportation?Yes, Mai Homestay offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm Mai Homestay located near the city center?Yes, it is miles away from the center of Con Son. During the time of the Vietnam war, Con Dao was the place that many Vietnamese political prisoners were kept and killed. You can say that Con Dao is somehow the Lord Voldermort, a “You-Know-Who He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named” kind of place where terrors and bloody torture happened daily that people shudder just by hearing its name. Even after the bloody war had ended, this place is still the symbol of cruelty and death to many Vietnamese, making them uncomfortable living on this island. Times goes by, wiping out the ghosts of the past and giving Con Dao its beautiful nature back. Nowadays, the paradise-lookalike archipelago is a quiet and breathtaking group of islands with the endless blue ocean and evergreen forest. Praised as “One among ten most charming and mysterious islands on the planet”, Con Dao is definitely an unmissable destination for those who love the untouched beauty of nature and history myths from many unique structures and remnants of French colonial in the mainland. I. Con Dao’s location II. Best time to travel to Con DaoIII. How to travel to Con DaoIV. Tourist attraction in Con Son that you can’t miss1. Con Dao Prison – the biggest and most infamous tourist attraction2. Visiting several historic temples and pagodas on Con Dao3. The Legend of Phi Yen and Phi Yen Temple4. Prince Cai Temple and Grave5. Vo Thi Sau’s grave in Con Dao6. Nui Chua Mot7. Con Dao National ParkV. Beaches and bay tourists should not miss on Con Dao1. Nhat Beach 2. Dam Trau Beach 3. Lo Voi Beach 4. Con Son An Hai Beach 5. Dat Doc Beach 6. Dam Tre Bay 7. Ong Dung, Bang & Dat Tham BeachesVI. Things to do on your trip to Con Dao1. Watching turtle nesting on the island2. Boat Trips and Water sports4. the local markets to go shoppingVII. Best food and drink to try while you are in Con Dao1. Street food I. Con Dao’s location Con Dao archipelago is the combination of 16 different mountainous islands and islets, stretching on a 76-kilometer square land and home to nearly 5,000 habitats. Most of Con Dao’s residents are fishermen or part of the Peoples’ Army of Vietnam. You will hear people call Con Dao as “Con Son” and vice versa. Con Son is the largest island of 16 ones making up this historic archipelago. About 80 kilometers away from the Mekong Delta region, Con Son is the main destination for tourists when they travel to Con Dao. II. Best time to travel to Con Dao Con Dao is, not an exaggeration, paradise on earth. During the summertime, it has occasional monsoon rains with a calm sea. You can enjoy the best of the beautiful bays and crystal clear water sea at this time of the year. This kind of tranquility remains throughout the year to winter times, when the air is much drier and the wind is stronger. Everything here is perfectly still and quiet. So, the best time to visit Con Dao can be varied, depending on your main intention. If you are into historical trips, you can visit anytime except for the storm season, starting from September to October. If you want to have an adventure in this tropical heaven on earth, you should consider visiting Con Dao during the dry season, from November to February or between June and September – this is a specific time you can witness turtles nesting on Hon Bay Canh Island. And finally, for sporty tourists, February till July is a perfectly ideal time for diving excursions since the waters around Con Dao Island is between 20 and 30 meters. III. How to travel to Con Dao Getting to Con Dao by plane Con Dao island is only a short flight 45 minutes from Ho Chi Minh Airport. Bookings can be made offline through Lux Travel DMC or online. You can also flight from Can Tho, a small and lovely city near Ho Chi Minh city to get to Con Dao. Source Lux Travel DMC Getting to Con Dao by high-speed boat from Can Tho or Vung Tau city If you want a brand new thrilling experience, you should give the high-speed boat a try. This is a new experience for tourists to travel to Con Dao. You will depart from Can Tho or Vung Tau city and your boat trip will last from two hours and a half to four hours, enough time for you to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the sea and fresh air. Getting around on Con Dao island Many vehicles are helping you travel around this small island. Thanks to the flat and laid out roads in Con Son town, tourists can get around on foot or by bike pleasantly. Most tourists attraction like historic prisons, museums, Van Son pagoda or the beaches can be reached by bike, but if you want to travel out of town, taxi or private van is the best option due to the steep and hilly road along the coast. Source Lux Travel DMC IV. Tourist attraction in Con Son that you can’t miss 1. Con Dao Prison – the biggest and most infamous tourist attraction Con Son has a total population of around 5,000. Visiting Con Son, there is no way you can miss its biggest, most populated and famous island Con Dao. From 1862 to 1975, more than tens of thousands of political prisoners were kept, tortured and killed in this small and quiet island. The people who were imprisoned can be anyone students, Buddhists, writers, protestors or the ones who refused to salute the flag, but most of them are Viet Cong, communists and political dissidents. Ironically called university for Vietnamese independence activists’, this prison was built and owned by the colonial French later, the South Vietnamese and Americans. Many people who were neutral in times of war were tortured to change their mind, thus leaving as a member of one party or another, especially the Indochinese Communist Party, predecessor of the current Communist Party of Vietnam. The Schools of Bolshevism’ on this island also trained many famous independence advocates when these people were released. However, a large number of prisoners could never leave this place they die from mistreatment, hard labor, malnourishment or worse, were executed. There were around 22,000 prisoners were buried or dumped on various mountains on Con Dao. It was not until 1975 that the prison was closed and people collected their remains and buried in Hang Duong Cemetery, which becomes a famous tourist attraction today. Today, Vietnamese people not only come to Con Dao for its untouched beauty of nature but also to remember their passed away national heroes who were imprisoned and lost their life here. If international reporters who have been here called the prison “hell on earth”, the tiger cages’ section can be considered the scariest, bloodies and deepest part of that hell. It is a huge site with 400 to 500 prisoners held captive like animals there. They were starved, diseased, doused and tortured underground by turnkeys who stood on the roof with weapons in their hands to hurt anyone who dared to stand upon them. Source Lux Travel DMC The most famous prisoner of Con Dao prison is a young girl whose name is Vo Thi Sau. She was an anti-colonial activist at the age of 14 and imprisoned in Con Son by the French. When she was 19, she became the very first female prisoner to be executed on the island because of her rebellious acts. Today, her grave is a famous historic site where Vietnamese come to pay their respects with offerings at night to pray for protection and bravery. Most of her offerings are combs, mirrors and the iconic white flowers Hoa Le Ki Ma to represent her sacrificed youth. You can also visit the Phu Tuong Prison Trai Phu Tuong – one of the most prominent sites on the island. It was built by the French then owned by the American-backed South Vietnamese government after the French backing out. The new rulers built 60 more chambers, and today, you can see scary skeletal mannequins in many cages to partly get the real experience of a cruel, bloody chapter of history. This used to be a female jail in times of war because, in Con Dao, women or children were not spared from tortured or death. In 1969, there was a bloody protest of women who disemboweled themselves in front of prison wardens. Source exh – Flickr Another terrifying prison that is worth visiting is the Cow Shed, built by the French in 1930. The whole sites spread on a 4,000 square meter area, with a total of 35 chambers where prisoners were kept like cattle behind locked bars. Across the road from that prison, you will see a memorial shrine for a mass grave – one way or another, this is the first cemetery of Con Dao prison. Due to the uprising in prisoner numbers, prisoners were forced to dig a huge grave for their people, then buried alive. You should also spend time visiting Ma Thien Lanh Bridge – a French colonial construction using prisoners’ labor, or So Ray, a plantation they were forced to work on until they lost their lives. DISCOVER NOW! 2. Visiting several historic temples and pagodas on Con Dao As called the land of history and myths’, Con Dao has many temples and pagodas of different periods for tourists to take their time traveling. And a very special thing about Con Dao is that, here, the locals worship not one but women as saints who sacred themselves for the sake of loyalty and eidolon, namely Lady Phi Yen and Ms. Vo Thi Sau. These are, not an exaggeration, the most famous temples and there are some who travel to Con Dao just to visit these two places.. 3. The Legend of Phi Yen and Phi Yen Temple Phi Yen means flying swallow in English. She is one of the wives of Prince Nguyen Anh, the very last heir of Nguyen Lord who ruled half of the country. After escaping from his enemy – Tay Son brothers in 1783, he went to Con Dao Island to ask for shelter. He and Phi Yen refuge in a small boat to get to Hon Ba island. The prince then sought help from a French missionary and agree to offer the whole area of Con Dao Island as well as Danang port to the French in exchange for their military support so that he could defeat political river – Tay Son brothers to regain his power and status. He left Phi Yen on the island, and not long after that, all his attempts failed. Source Binh Bui – Flickr Phi Yen was left on the Con Dao Islands, until one day another man courted her, making Phi Yen do an extreme action. In Vietnam, traditionally a wife can never betray her spouse no matter what he has done to her, so in an attempt to refuse all her suitors, Phi Yen threw herself into the sea. Her loyalty making her a legend on the island and people her built not one, but two temples to worship her. You can come and pray for her protection at Miếu Bà Phi Yến Phi Yen’s Shrine, also called An Son temple or you can visit Phi Yen Temple II, which is located near Con Dao Airport and her son’s temple Prince Cai. 4. Prince Cai Temple and Grave Located near the Dam Trau beach, Prince Cai’s temple and grave can be easily spotted. He is the only son of Phi Yen. If you come to Con Dao, sooner or later, you will hear a local myth about Prince Cai his mother, Phi Yen was held captive by her husband Nguyen Anh when she stopped him from sending his oldest son, Prince Canh to the French Colony looking for military support. Feeling insulted and betrayed, he kept her captive in a small cave on the mountain. He forgot his wife on the run when Tay Son brothers attacked the island, and when Prince Cai – he was 4 years old at that time, asked for his mom, Nguyen Anh angrily threw him into the sea in the belief that he was no better than his mother. Source Lux Travel DMC His small body reaches the shore and the locals buried him while Phi Yen escaped the cave thanks to the help of a tiger and a chimpanzee. She was heartbroken seeing her son’s grave and guarding it until one man courted her, indirectly causing the death of a royal wife. Today, some locals still believe the spirits of Phi Yen and her son still haunt Con Dao Archipelago. *Note These two temples are very holy, therefore appropriate dress is strictly required. This means that all men and women need to have their shoulders and knees covered. These two are active temples, so you may come across monks or praying worshippers, so respect is a crucial thing. 5. Vo Thi Sau’s grave in Con Dao Almost every Vietnamese knows about the brave story of Vo Thi Sau – the very first female prisoner in Con Dao to be executed. She spits into the guard’s face and sang the country’s anthem in her last moment. People have been saying that because Vo Thi Sau died at such a young age and with a spirit so strong, her ghost is still wandering somewhere on this island and if you pray hard enough, she may deliver your wish. So if you come to Con Dao, you will witness the world’s strangest custom visit a grave after 11pm. People on the island pray for protection when they land their boat to the sea, young couples pray for love and loyalty or fortune. Many Vietnamese travelers come all the way to Con Dao just to visit Vo Thi Sau’s grave to pray. So at midnight, you will see many people surrounding her grave with offerings in their hands. No matter what they buy, there are always white flowers – her most favorite. DISCOVER NOW! 6. Nui Chua Mot This is the only Buddhist temple on the island. According to Chinese geomancy, the location of this temple is ideal because the temple is in front of a huge mountain and facing the sea. The atmosphere here is so quiet you can enjoy yourself in the green scenery with the salty sea wind. This small and ancient temple is also home to a huge number of monkeys, so be aware if you bring along any food or fruits – you may have more than one little thief supervised! Source Lux Travel DMC 7. Con Dao National Park Since this park is government-protected, you will need to buy tickets for the entrance. This is also a military base, you may come across some off-limit areas but the good thing is, there are no threats and you should be relieved knowing that you are protected by the Vietnamese military while visiting this breathtaking forest. So, remember to bring your entrance tickets with you everywhere because you may get stopped and asked for it by soldiers. You should contact the office to check the weather, trail conditions or any possible threats before pack your packages. You need to get out before nightfall, so remember to keep track of your time. Source Lux Travel DMC V. Beaches and bay tourists should not miss on Con Dao 1. Nhat Beach Bai Nhat is actually a bunch of small beaches broken up by dark boulders, which were dynamited to build the road. The interesting thing here is that the beach only appears at a specific time during the day when the tide is low that water recedes. You can visit here from 2pm to 7pm every day. Bai Nhat is a picturesque beach, with white sand, wonderful natural scenery with water calm and clear enough to see your toes while standing in it. And Bai Nhat is considered the best place to watch the sunset in not only Con Son but in Vietnam generally. Many couples come to this beach to take their wedding photoshoots because of the view and the stories about its backdrop mountains, which resembles two people embracing each other dearly. If you just in for the sunset watching part, Bai Nhat beach is where you can have the best view in Con Dao. Just walk to the very end of Southern Con Dao named Mui Ca Map Shark Cape where you can have the whole view. 2. Dam Trau Beach Located 15 kilometers to the North of Con Son Town Center, Dam Trau Beach somehow has the softest and deepest sand in Vietnam. Even though tourists may need to trek to get here, we guarantee that your journey is totally worth it when you see how breathtaking and pristine the beach is. Calm and peaceful, this is a perfect place for you to watch the sunset with a drink in your hand and enjoy some freshly caught seafood in the soothing sound of the calm waves. Dam Trau Beach is just 500 meters away from Prince Cai’s shrine. 3. Lo Voi Beach Located in the Northern part of Con Son Town center and extremely close to the infamous Con Dao prison complexes, Lo Voi is one of the most pristine beaches in Vietnam. Since its tourism is barely developing, there are almost no hotels here so there is no exaggeration to say that this beach is protected and sheltered by a hilly headland. The best time for you to visit this place is in the morning when the tide recedes, you can see the very first light shining on this island while slowly walking around the wet, soft sand and collect some stunning shells on the shore. The view here is gorgeous with constant winds with the smell of the ocean and salt and wooden bodies of old fishing vessels lied randomly on the sand. The water here is quite shallow so tourists can swim in this beach, too our recommendation is when the sunsets. DISCOVER NOW! 4. Con Son An Hai Beach Overlooked by the evergreen mountains and palm tree shadow, An Hai beach is the main beach in Con Son Island, where most resorts, hotels, and tourism agencies are located. The beach here is very crowded and popular so if you want a quieter place, you can head further South. The water here is quite clear, but the sandflies have always been a problem for people with sensitive skin and since a new boat pier is being constructed, you can see that the water is not so clear like it used to be with more trash in the water. The most crowded time in An Hai beach is an hour or two before sunset, when people play in the surf, watch the sunset behind Shark Cape and enjoy some drinks and snacks at the local food stalls with friends. Source Lux Travel DMC 5. Dat Doc Beach This is the beach that brings fame to Con Dao with its ultra-luxurious Six Sense Resort, where Brad Pitt and Angelina Jollie spent their vacation several years ago. The sand here is a little bit darker and inundated with seaweed, but you will be surprised that this lovely beach is totally trash free. The vast majority of the sand is owned and guarded by the resort, but you can use the wider bay to have some fun with water sports like snorkeling, swimming, fishing, camping under a palm tree or taking a nap. Since the beach here is exposed to the prevailing winds, the strong current under the sea can take you away so remember not to swim too far. 6. Dam Tre Bay You can only visit the bay via a gorgeous hiking trail crossing a thick jungle since Dam Tre Bay is located at the Northern tip of Con Son. You don’t have to worry about the hadazous trails as it is cleared and widen to served tourism several years ago. Despite that, your trekking will last for a couple of hours, but it will be worth it when you reach Dam Tre in the early time of the day when the tide is out, leaving the water low enough so you can get down to the lagoon to bathe. What can be better than a fresh swim after a long, arduous walk through the jungle? This is also a great spot for snorkeling and sunset watching. 7. Ong Dung, Bang & Dat Tham Beaches Surrounded by lush rainforest and wildlife on Con Dao’s remote and undeveloped western coast, these three beaches Ong Dung, Bang, and Dat Tham is something not many tourists know about thus, can only be reached on foot. Since they are all isolated and peaceful, these three beaches make a good base for fishing trips, scuba diving or snorkeling, kayaking and coral watching. From there, you will also have the chance to visit nearby islands like Tre Lon island and Tre Nho island. The insignificant evidence of human interference here makes these three a perfect destination for a city-getaway trip. Source Lux Travel DMC You can also visit fishing and boat ports and Ben Dam Bay All the port in Con Dao is very scenic and Instagrammable, especially the Ben Dam. Situated in a beautiful lagoon sheltered by Hon Ba island, the port is the most prosaic you can hope to find with the beautiful setting and drank fisherman with faces so red staggering around the pier. If you want to swim, you can rent a small boat to ride to Hon Ba Island to swim in the beautiful beach there. DISCOVER NOW! VI. Things to do on your trip to Con Dao Apart from visiting historic sites and beautiful beaches, here is a list of popular activities in Con Dao for you to try 1. Watching turtle nesting on the island Con Dao is famous for this activity since 14 out of its 16 islands are observed to be turtle nesting sites. The turtle nesting season in Con Dao starts from May and ends in October with peaks between June and September. This is the largest turtle sanctuary and this activity is one of the most important ones on the island. Visiting this, people will need to be patient and a little good luck because the turtle is very sensitive and easily frightened. Every year, a huge number of turtle, around 400 female ones come to the beaches of Con Dao to lay eggs. They will dig a hole, lay eggs there then cover them up and disappear in the ocean to come back to their male partners at sea. 2. Boat Trips and Water sports If you need a break from all the bustling lifestyle in the city, booking a boat to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the sea and nature in Con Dao is a great choice. And if you are more of a sporty person, then congratulations, Con Dao is one of the best destinations for water sports like scuba diving and snorkeling in Vietnam! This is a great chance for you to immerse yourself in the marine world with turtles, batfish, cobia, whale sharks, and a school of tropical reef fish. The price of a sea tour is very reasonable and you won’t be disappointed! Source Lux Travel DMC 4. Fishing Many professionals choose Con Dao as an ideal place for fishing since it brings out a totally different feeling from fishing in Nha Trang or Phu Quoc. Based on the weather condition and temperature that you have a different experience of fishing in Con Dao, and while professionals fishing maybe all the rages here, there is a lot of normal fishing for tourists who are just here for the hands-on experience and excitement. Source Çağatay Demir – Unsplash the local markets to go shopping In Asia, if you want to understand the lifestyle and culture of a region, you have to visit its local markets – the same applies to Con Dao. Con Dao market is one of the most crowded places since many tourists are attracted here for the local food and specialties for souvenirs. You can also choose to visit the night market, an open-air seafood stall and restaurant complex located on Tran Huy Lieu Street. Apart from fresh seafood, you can buy many lovely street foods as well as fruits and snacks that you can bring home to your family and friends. VII. Best food and drink to try while you are in Con Dao 1. Street food Of course, no trip to Con Dao is completed with a chance to enjoy the tastiest and freshest seafood. You can eat many famous Vietnam food here with an authentic taste like Com Tam, Bun Rieu, Pho or Spring Rolls at a famous restaurant like Pho Nam Dinh, Quan Ngoc Minh, or Diem Tam. When it comes to seafood, remember not to miss out on the Thu Ba restaurant on Vo Thi Sau street with daily treats depending on the freshest catch and season. Vegetarian restaurants in Con Dao is equally famous since there are a lot of tourists coming to the island every year. Source Lux Travel DMC Con Dao has many excellent Western Food restaurants like the Bar200 or the Six Sense Con Dao resort Dining restaurants. And if you are looking for some bars or lounge, head to Dam Trau beach with several beach low-key bars with delicious drinks like fresh fruit shakes or cold beer and a cool view. Contact Us Address Lac Long Quan Street, Tay Ho District, Hanoi, Vietnam Phone +84 4 3927 4120 Email [email protected] Hotline +84-336-276-996 Website Plan Your Trip Here! What is the weather in Con Dao in southern Vietnam? The best time to visit Con Dao in Vietnam. What is the weather in Con Dao in southern Vietnam? Con Dao is a group of islands located off the southern coast of Vietnam, in the South China Sea. The weather in Con Dao is tropical, with high temperatures and humidity year-round, and is influenced by monsoons. The rainy season in Con Dao lasts from May to October, with the heaviest rainfall occurring from June to August. During this time, the islands can experience occasional typhoons, with strong winds and heavy rains. The dry season in Con Dao runs from November to April, with lower humidity and less rainfall. The temperatures during this time can be quite hot, with average highs in the mid-30s Celsius 90s Fahrenheit. However, the dry season is generally considered the best time to visit Con Dao, as the weather is sunny and pleasant for outdoor activities, such as swimming, snorkeling, and hiking. The weather in Con Dao is warm and tropical year-round, with a distinct rainy season and a dry season. It is recommended to check the weather forecast before planning a trip to Con Dao to ensure the best possible experience. The best time to visit Con Dao is during the dry season, which runs from November to April. During this time, the weather is sunny and pleasant, with lower humidity and less rainfall. The temperatures are also milder, making it a comfortable time to explore the islands and engage in outdoor activities such as swimming, snorkeling, and hiking. However, it’s worth noting that the dry season is also the peak tourist season in Con Dao, so the prices for accommodation and activities may be higher, and the island may be more crowded. If you prefer a quieter and less crowded experience, you may want to consider visiting Con Dao during the shoulder season, which falls between May and October. During the shoulder season, there may be occasional rainfall, but the island is lush and green, and you may also be able to take advantage of lower prices and fewer crowds. However, it’s important to keep in mind that the rainy season in Con Dao can occasionally be affected by typhoons and tropical storms, which may affect travel plans. What is the current weather in Con Dao? ➜ Current weather in Con Dao BOOK a TOUR / ACTIVITY in Vietnam Weather in Con Dao / Con Son throughout the year Month Weather Description January In January, Con Dao is in the midst of its dry season, which means you can expect warm and sunny weather. The average temperature during this time is around 27°C 81°F, with the temperature dropping slightly at night. It’s important to note that Con Dao can be affected by occasional cold fronts in January, which can bring cooler temperatures and occasional rainfall. However, these events are typically short-lived and the overall weather in January is generally warm and pleasant. Overall, if you’re planning to visit Con Dao in January, you can expect warm and dry weather with occasional cool spells and brief rain showers. February February is still part of the dry season in Con Dao, with warm and sunny weather. The average temperature is around 27°C 81°F, similar to January. The sea is still calm, making it a great time for water activities such as diving and snorkeling. However, like January, occasional cold spells can bring cooler temperatures and some rain. Overall, February is a great month to visit Con Dao, especially if you want to avoid the crowds of peak season. March March marks the end of the dry season in Con Dao, with temperatures remaining warm but with increasing humidity. The average temperature is around 28°C 82°F, with occasional rain showers as the rainy season approaches. This is still a good time to visit Con Dao, but you should be prepared for some rain and more humidity. The sea is still calm, making it ideal for water activities, but it’s important to check the forecast as occasional storms can occur. April April is the beginning of the rainy season in Con Dao, with occasional thunderstorms and increasing rainfall. However, it’s still a great time to visit Con Dao as the temperatures remain warm, with an average of around 29°C 84°F. The sea is also calm during this time, making it great for diving and snorkeling. While you should be prepared for some rain, it’s typically short-lived and the sun often comes out after the storm passes. Overall, April is a great month to visit Con Dao, especially if you want to experience the island during the transition to the rainy season. May May is part of the rainy season in Con Dao, with frequent rain and occasional thunderstorms. The temperature remains warm, with an average of around 29°C 84°F, but the humidity can be high. The sea can also be rough during this time, so water activities may be limited. While May is one of the wettest months in Con Dao, it’s still possible to enjoy the island’s natural beauty and activities such as hiking and exploring the local culture. Just be sure to pack accordingly and check the forecast before planning your activities. June June is one of the wettest months in Con Dao, with frequent rain and occasional thunderstorms. The temperature remains warm, with an average of around 29°C 84°F, but the humidity can be high. The sea can be rough during this time, making water activities challenging. However, there are still plenty of activities to enjoy on the island, such as exploring the local culture and visiting historical sites. Just be sure to pack accordingly and check the forecast before planning your activities. July July is similar to June in terms of weather, with frequent rain and occasional thunderstorms. The temperature remains warm, with an average of around 29°C 84°F, but the humidity can be high. The sea can still be rough during this time, so water activities may be limited. However, there are still plenty of activities to enjoy, such as hiking and exploring the island’s natural beauty. Just be sure to pack accordingly and plan for the occasional rain. August August is one of the wettest and hottest months in Con Dao, with frequent rain and high humidity. The average temperature is around 29°C 84°F, but it can feel much hotter due to the humidity. The sea can also be rough during this time, making water activities challenging. However, if you can handle the heat and humidity, there are still plenty of activities to enjoy, such as exploring the local culture and visiting historical sites. September September is still part of the rainy season in Con Dao, with frequent rain and occasional thunderstorms. The temperature remains warm, with an average of around 28°C 82°F, but the humidity can be high. The sea can still be rough during this time, so water activities may be limited. However, the rain can also bring out the island’s natural beauty, making it a great time for hiking and exploring. Just be sure to pack accordingly and plan for the occasional rain. October October October marks the end of the rainy season in Con Dao, with occasional rain and thunderstorms. The temperature starts to cool down, with an average of around 28°C 82°F, making it a great time to enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking and exploring the island’s natural beauty. The sea is also calmer during this time, making it great for water activities such as snorkeling and diving. Overall, October is a great time to visit Con Dao, especially if you want to avoid the crowds of peak season. November November is one of the best months to visit Con Dao, with pleasant weather and low humidity. The temperature remains mild, with an average of around 27°C 81°F, making it great for outdoor activities such as hiking, exploring, and water sports. The sea is calm and clear, making it a perfect time for diving and snorkeling. Overall, November is a great time to visit Con Dao, especially if you want to avoid the crowds of peak season. December December is part of the dry season in Con Dao, with pleasant weather and low humidity. The temperature remains mild, with an average of around 27°C 81°F, making it great for outdoor activities such as hiking, exploring, and water sports. The sea is calm and clear, making it a perfect time for diving and snorkeling. While the weather is great, it’s also a popular time to visit Con Dao, so it can be more crowded than other months. Overall, December is still a great time to visit Con Dao, but be prepared for more tourists and higher prices. The Current weather in Con Dao – Vietnam CÔN ĐẢO WEATHER Max, Min and Average Temperature in Con Dao Con Dao has a tropical monsoon climate with hot and humid weather year-round. The average temperature ranges from 26°C 79°F to 30°C 86°F with high humidity levels. The hottest months are from April to September, with average temperatures of around 28-30°C 82-86°F. The coolest months are from December to February, with average temperatures of around 26-27°C 79-81°F. Overall, Con Dao has a relatively consistent temperature throughout the year. Month Max Temp °C Min Temp °C Aver. Temp °C January 30 22 26 February 31 22 27 March 32 23 28 April 34 25 30 May 35 26 30 June 34 26 30 July 33 25 29 August 32 25 29 Sep 32 24 28 October 31 24 28 Nov 30 23 27 Dec 30 22 26 Rainfall and Rainy Days in Con Dao In Con Dao, the rainy season starts from May and lasts until October. During this period, the island experiences frequent rain showers and thunderstorms. The highest amount of rainfall is usually recorded in July and August, with an average of 260mm and 290mm respectively. The number of rainy days during these months can reach up to 20 days per month. In the dry season, from November to April, rainfall is significantly lower with an average of 30-60mm per month. The number of rainy days during this period is usually around 5-10 days per month. Month Rainfall mm Rainy Days January 20 4 February 10 2 March 20 3 April 60 8 May 170 15 June 180 16 July 240 20 August 250 22 September 240 20 October 150 12 November 60 6 December 30 4 Max and Average Wind Speed and Wind Gust in Con Dao Max and average wind speed and wind gust in Con Dao vary throughout the year. The highest average wind speeds and gusts occur during the months of November to March, while the lowest occur during the months of June to August. The average wind speed in Con Dao is around 9-12 km/h, while the maximum gusts can reach up to 30 km/h. Month Max Wind Speed km/h Avg Wind Speed km/h Max Wind Gust km/h January 24 11 33 February 24 11 33 March 22 10 31 April 20 9 29 May 18 8 26 June 17 7 24 July 17 7 23 August 17 7 24 September 17 7 25 October 18 8 26 November 21 9 30 December 23 10 32 Cloud and Humidity in Con Dao Cloud cover in Con Dao varies throughout the year. The least cloudy months are typically December through February, while the cloudiest months are usually from June to September. During the rainy season, clouds can persist for several days, which can reduce the amount of sunshine and increase humidity levels. Humidity in Con Dao is generally high year-round, with levels ranging from 70% to 90%. The most humid months are usually from June to September, which is also the rainy season. During this time, humidity levels can reach up to 95%, making it feel very sticky and uncomfortable. In contrast, the least humid months are December to February, which also tend to be the driest months. Month Aver. Cloud Cover % Aver. Humidity % January 35 73 February 38 74 March 42 76 April 49 79 May 59 81 June 66 81 July 69 80 August 67 79 September 59 79 October 48 76 November 39 74 December 34 72 Sun Hours and Sun Days in Con Dao Con Dao experiences an average of 7-8 hours of sunshine per day throughout the year, with slightly more sun hours during the dry season November to April and slightly fewer during the rainy season May to October. The number of sunny days in Con Dao varies depending on the time of year, with more sunny days during the dry season and fewer during the rainy season. However, even during the rainy season, there are still many sunny days in Con Dao. Month Sun Hours Sun Days January 6 21 February 6 19 March 7 23 April 7 22 May 7 21 June 7 19 July 7 19 August 7 18 September 7 18 October 7 20 November 6 21 December 6 21 Visibility in Con Dao Visibility is an important aspect of weather conditions that affects various activities, such as driving, aviation, and maritime operations. In Con Dao, visibility is generally good throughout the year, with an average visibility range of 10 kilometers miles. However, visibility can be reduced during the rainy season due to the presence of fog and mist. During this time, it is important to take necessary precautions while traveling and to check weather reports for any changes in visibility conditions. Month Visibility km January February March April May June July August September October November December What is the sea temperature in Con Dao The sea temperature in Con Dao ranges from about 24 to 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. The warmest sea temperatures are typically experienced in the months of June through October, with temperatures often reaching 29-30 degrees Celsius. The coolest sea temperatures are typically experienced in the months of January through March, with temperatures dropping to around 24-25 degrees Celsius. Overall, the sea temperature in Con Dao is warm enough for swimming and water activities year-round. Month Aver. Sea Temp. °C Aver. Sea Temp. °F January February March April May June July August September October November December Frequently Asked Questions – Weather in Con Dao 1️⃣ What is the climate like in Con Dao? Con Dao has a tropical climate, with high humidity and warm temperatures throughout the year. The average temperature ranges from 25°C 77°F to 31°C 88°F, and the humidity is often above 80%. 2️⃣ When is the best time to visit Con Dao? The best time to visit Con Dao is from November to February when the weather is cooler and drier. During this time, temperatures are usually around 25°C 77°F, and the humidity is lower than during the wet season. 3️⃣ What is the average temperature in Con Dao? The average temperature in Con Dao is around 27°C 81°F. However, temperatures can vary throughout the year, with the hottest months being from May to August and the coolest months being from December to February. 4️⃣ Does Con Dao experience monsoons? Yes, Con Dao experiences monsoons, with a wet season from May to October and a dry season from November to April. During the wet season, the island can experience heavy rainfall and occasional storms. 5️⃣ What is the average rainfall in Con Dao? The average rainfall in Con Dao is around 2,000mm to 2,500mm 79 to 98 inches per year. The rainy season is from May to October, with the heaviest rainfall occurring in July and August. During this time, it’s common to experience frequent rain and occasional thunderstorms. 6️⃣ Are typhoons common in Con Dao? Yes, typhoons can occur in Con Dao, particularly during the wet season from May to October. However, the island is not usually directly hit by typhoons and is considered a relatively safe place to visit during the typhoon season. 7️⃣ What should I pack for a trip to Con Dao? You should pack light, breathable clothing, sunscreen, and insect repellent. It is also a good idea to bring a rain jacket or umbrella during the wet season. Read this article What to pack for visit Vietnam. 8️⃣ Can I swim in the ocean in Con Dao? Yes, the ocean in Con Dao is generally safe for swimming, but be aware of strong currents and jellyfish during certain times of the year. The water is warm and clear, making it perfect for snorkeling and diving. 9️⃣ Are there any beaches in Con Dao? Yes, there are several beautiful beaches in Con Dao, including Dam Trau, Nhat Beach, and An Hai Beach. These beaches offer white sand and crystal-clear water, perfect for relaxing and sunbathing. 🔟 What activities can I do in Con Dao? You can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, hiking, and exploring the island’s historical sites. Con Dao is also known for its wildlife, including sea turtles, dolphins, and dugongs. ➡️ What is the sea temperature in Con Dao? The sea temperature in Con Dao can vary throughout the year, ranging from around 27°C 81°F in the summer months to 23°C 73°F in the winter months. During the dry season from November to April, the sea is generally calmer and clearer, making it a great time for water activities such as snorkeling and diving. ➡️ Is there a rainy season in Con Dao? Yes, there is a rainy season in Con Dao. The rainy season typically occurs from May to October, with the heaviest rainfall usually happening in July and August. During this time, it’s common to experience frequent rain and occasional thunderstorms. The rainfall during the rainy season can be quite heavy, so it’s important to be prepared with appropriate clothing and gear if you plan to visit during this time. ➡️ What is the humidity like in Con Dao? The humidity in Con Dao is generally high, with an average of around 80-85% throughout the year. This can make the weather feel hotter than it actually is, but the island’s ocean breezes can provide some relief. ➡️ Where you can travel from Con Dao? From Con Dao you can travel to Ho Chi Minh City, you can go there via Vung Tau or Soc Trang. BOOK your HOTEL in Con Dao BOOK a TOUR / ACTIVITY in Vietnam Weather in Saigon｜Weather in Mui Ne / in Da Lat｜Weather in Nha Trang｜Weather in Hue｜Weather in Hoi An｜Weather in Danang Weather in Sapa The Con Dao Islands experience a tropical climate, hot all year round, with a rainy season from May to November and a dry season from January to April. From May to August there is the south-west monsoon, and from September to December the north-east monsoon. Both monsoons bring rainfall to these islands, and the one from May to August also brings lively winds. In December, the rains become quite rare, although it depends on the year. The islands are located to the south of the southern coast of Vietnam, at almost 9 degrees north latitude. Here are the average temperatures recorded on the main island, Côn Sơn. Con Son - Average temperaturesMonthMin °CMax °CMean °CMin °FMax °FMean °F Precipitation amounts to 2,000 mm 78 inches a year, and is abundant from May to November. Con Son - Average precipitationMonthMillimeters The sea temperature is warm enough for swimming all year round. Con Son - Sea temperatureMonthCelsius °CFahrenheit °F The Con Dao Islands can be affected by typhoons, the tropical cyclones of the western Pacific. In southern Vietnam, typhoons generally occur from October 15 to December 20, with a maximum in early November. In January, and again from mid-March to mid-April, some tropical depressions can occasionally form, generally off the central-southern coast of Vietnam, but they almost always dissipate over the sea before reaching the coast. However, they can cause abnormal waves. Anyway, sometimes they can reach the coast. Best Time To visit the Con Dao islands you can choose the period from late December to late April, the dry season. In April it is still the dry season, but it is hotter than in previous months.© Copyright Con Dao is in a way an unknown place. But I am sure in a couple of years we will all hear about it more often. And If you want to have a 100% local experience, island life without the crowds. Well, this one is for you. Island Phu Quoc and beach town Nha Trang definitely have competition. Let me introduce you to the remote islands of Vietnam Con Dao. Con Dao is a group of 16 islands off the southeast coast of Vietnam. There is only one problem How to get there? Getting to Con Dao is quite complicated. We say that the harder/longer the trip the better the island. In this article, I will present several different ways on how to get to Con Dao. And how you can get to Con Dao on a budget as we did. THREE WAYS HOW TO GET TO CON DAO THE BEST WAY HOW TO GET TO CON DAO ON A BUDGETBOOK YOUR TICKET IN ADVANCEHOW TO GET TO CON DAO ON A BUDGET FROM HO CHI MINH CITYGETTING BACKAbout The Authors Dam Trau Beach THREE WAYS HOW TO GET TO CON DAO There are 3 ways how to get to Con Dao. Most of the travel guides mention only two. Hon Bai Canh 1. EXPENSIVE TAKE A PLANE The first option and the most comfortable one is to fly there. Con Son, the main island, has a small airport and there are a couple of airlines flying there. However, the tickets are very expensive and quickly sold out as the planes are very little so only a small number of people can get their hands on tickets. So we crossed out this option. AND UNCERTAIN A LONG FERRY RIDE Another way is to get there by a very slow ferry. In most travel guides, including it is recommended not to take the ferry but to rather fly. Well, this is true. The ferry takes more or less 12 hours. It departs from Vung Tau on the mainland and it is described by locals as a horrible experience. There are times when the ferry won’t even go because of the weather, so it is also an unreliable option. THE BEST WAY HOW TO GET TO CON DAO ON A BUDGET 3. TAKE THE SPEED BOAT NO JOKE SUPERDONG However, we found another way. The best way possible and the cheapest how to get to Con Dao on a budget and without losing a lot of time. We got this information by coincidence. Our friends had a guide for a Mekong River Tour and he told them how to get to Con Dao by speed boat. The company is called SUPERDONG and their ticket office is located in Soc Trang. Soc Trang can be reached by bus from Ho Chi Minh City. The tickets cost around 14 €. It also includes the transfer from the ticket office in Soc Trang to the harbor where the speed boats depart. The boats run from Tran De Soc Trang, returning from Ben Dam Con Dao and vice versa. You can check the schedule for Superdong HERE. Unfortunately, at the time of writing, the information is only in Vietnamese. BOOK YOUR TICKET IN ADVANCE Another great option for you is to book your tickets online. If you would like to have stress-free holidays, then we highly recommend booking your transport in advance. We really like to use an online platform called Bookaway. You simply buy your tickets online and you do not need to print any ticket as your confirmation will come to your email. BOOK YOUR TICKETS TO CON DAO HERE HOW TO GET TO CON DAO ON A BUDGET FROM HO CHI MINH CITY We arrived in Ho Chi Min City and from there we took a Futa Bus to Soc Trang. The bus ride was really cool. I have never seen anything like that and I have never slept so well on a bus before. Well, the night before we “slept” at Bangkok Airport thanks to AirAsia so we probably could have slept everywhere. But, it was still very, very comfy. The bus is equipped with reclining chairs and allows one to lie down. Europeans cannot fully stretch out their legs but it is still much better than conventional buses. We paid 5$ for a 5-hour ride and we were the only tourists on the bus. Inside Futa Bus TAKE A BUS TO SOC TRANG Somehow I totally forgot that Vietnam is still run by communism and arriving in Soc Trang reminded us of that. There were no other tourists aside from us and this made us very happy as we felt like proper adventurers. I guess not many people know about this city as it is as far as we know not mentioned in any guides. I am pretty sure we were the only 4 Europeans our 2 friends from Germany and us in the whole city. Wherever we went, people would be staring at us, smiling and waving. It was a very nice experience. The city was quite big and polluted with scooters. The only disadvantage is that there are barely any restaurants where you can get food. But if you like local food, there are few where you can try local street food. We didn’t try as we didn’t want to risk food poisoning and upsetting our stomachs before a boat ride across the open sea. Soc Trang TAKE A BUS TO THE HARBOUR The next day we took a taxi to the Superdong ticket office in Soc Trang. From there we traveled by bus to the harbor. It was just a 1-hour drive included in the ticket and again we were traveling with locals. One of them brought a durian to the bus so you can imagine how stinky it was. Not sure if you tried it but I just don’t like it and the smell is unbearable in closed rooms. However, one local girl noticed that I was complaining and gave me a mask as a gift. That was very nice of her. SUPERDONG BOAT RIDE The boat ride to Con Son harbor takes 2 to 3 hours and can be REALLY rough. The boat was modern and rather new. I really liked the name. SUPERDONG. I think that kinda made me think that the trip will be super. Well, I forgot that you will cross the OPEN SEA. Here I made one of my worst decisions during our trip which didn’t really make it that super. Rather the most terrible trip of my life. I didn’t take a motion sickness pill. The boat ride was just unbelievable. It was jumping, going from one side to the other up and down. It was like this crazy rollercoaster but 10 times worse. So after 30 mins, I got sick. I took the pill, but it was too late. I threw up way beyond the point where there is something to be thrown up and spent the rest of the boat ride at the back of the boat trying to look out of the window. The worst thing was that I wasn’t the only one feeling like sh*t. ADVICE IF YOU DO GET SICK ON THE BOAT, PLEASE TAKE A MOTION SICKNESS PILL AT LEAST 30MIN BEFORE DEPARTURE AND YOU WILL BE FINE. I WASN’T THE ONLY ONE… At some point, I thought it is just me being sick. But then I noticed that there are other people running to the bathroom. Later Nico told me that everyone sitting around them was throwing up. They didn’t even go to the bathroom. The people working on the boat were just distributing plastic bags like crazy. 2 hours of hell and another lesson learned. Locals, I guess, don’t use them and simply throw up. Once you will arrive on the main island Con San, you can take a local taxi to town. GETTING BACK You can get tickets at the ticket office on Con Son. Go up a short staircase and turn to the right. This time, I did take a motion sickness pill and I was just fine. I was so sorry to see several locals running to the bathroom. This ride was better than the first one as the sea was much calmer. However, it was so funny because it was a little disco club. The music was so loud that even with earplugs you could hear everything. So yeah. Every boat ride is different and you don’t know what is coming for you. A bus took us back to Soc Trang and from there we took a Futa Bus to Can Tho. Of course, you can also easily reach Ho Chi Minh City. You can reach the Futa Bus stop easily by foot from the Superdong Office where you will be dropped. The trip was definitely worth it and I hope we could help you to find the best way to Con Dao on a budget. LIKE IT ? PIN HOW TO GET TO CON DAO ON A BUDGET TRAVELING AROUND SOUTHEAST ASIA? THEN, YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE Bali best beaches to visit this summer. Explore beautiful and diverse Bohol Island, Philippines Would you like to see unique komodo dragons? Then, visit Flores in Indonesia. Would you like to see baby turtles in Malaysia? Visit Selingaan turtle island Karimunjawa Islands, a perfect hidden gem and escape from the Indonesian bustle. A tropical splendor in Indonesia, why should you visit the Gili islands? About The Authors Gretka Since I was little I always wanted to see the world. Travel to new places, get to know new cultures, see how other people live. I love beaches and I love discovering tropical destinations. That is why, together with my partner Nico, we created this blog to share with you the most beautiful beaches and stunning holiday destinations which we visited during our travels.

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