Making the most of Phu Quoc
Use these notes to shape a realistic day ashore, then confirm any time-sensitive information for the date of your call.
Arriving at the port
Phú Quốc is a large tropical Vietnamese island off the coast of Cambodia. It is only accessible from Vietnam. In the Gulf of Thailand 45 km west of Ha Tien on the Vietnamese mainland and 15 km south of the coast of Cambodia, Phú Quôc is ringed with some of most beautiful beaches in Vietnam and offers the best seafood in the country. The island is undergoing rapid change as high-rise resorts and other tourist amenities spring up all over the island.
Getting around
Phu Quoc National Park: Explore the island's lush rainforests, waterfalls, and hiking trails in this protected area.
Fish Sauce Factories: Visit a fish sauce factory to learn about the island's famous fish sauce production.
Money
The national currency is the dong (d?ng, VND), U.S. dollars are;widely accepted, the standard exchange rate for small quantities being;16000 dong to US$1.