Palm Island Vietnam - beach hammocks

Hammock on Palm Island

Palm Island has a spectacular beach, azure seas, corals reefs, wooden bungalows. It's as close to a beach paradise as you can get. Relax in a hammock between two palm trees while you sip a cheeky afternoon cocktail. You can swim, snorkel, dive, or simply stretch out on the golden beach. In the evenings, wander along the beach and eat fresh fish at the lovely island restaurant. 

You can build your own unique itinerary featuring Palm Island using our bite-sized Vietnam tours. Alternatively, if you'd rather leave the planning to us, take a look at our Vietnam itineraries.

Please bear in mind that the best time to visit Palm Island Vietnam is from January to late September, when rainfall is at its lowest.
Duration 3 days / 2 nights
5 days / 4 nights
Departs daily

Accommodation


2 or 4 nights in a comfortable, wooden bungalow on Palm Island in Vietnam.
Comfort Level 2/3 (see accommodation)
 

Price

£118 - 2 nights / 3 days
£188 - 4 nights / 5 days
Price per person - based on 2 people sharing

Included

Accommodation, all meals, transport by minibus and boat from Nha Trang

Transport


Air-conditioned minibus, boat

Excluded Drinks, all other excursions and courses

Day 1: Arrival on Palm Island

Depending on your mode of arrival, you'll be collected from either the railway station or the airport in Nha Trang. The minibus will bring you to the jetty for the speedboat crossing to Palm Island Vietnam. This region to the east of Van Ninh in Central Vietnam is protected as a nature reserve both above and below the water. On the island, and in the surrounding bay, you'll see incredible animal and bird life. The underwater world is superb – if you snorkel you'll see both hard and soft corals, and many unusual species of fish. Between April and July whales and whale sharks are often spotted in the vicinity of the beach.

Whilst staying on the beach, you'll be treated to delicious meals with a strong French influence served by the friendly staff. When you arrive, a meal will be served and you can follow this with a drink in the tropical bar, the gentle sound of lapping waves in the background. Bliss.    
Palm Island Vietnam - beach bungalows
Palm Island Vietnam - Palm Island bungalow

Day 2: Free time

There are only 15 comfortable and secluded bungalows on Palm Island Vietnam, all hidden amongst swaying palm trees. The water's edge is only a few short steps from your veranda. The bungalows are tastefully furnished with a double bed (or two singles) and a mosquito net. All of the bungalows have their own private bathroom and a fan to keep you cool. Children under 8 years old can be accommodated with their parents in the same bungalow for free.

You can rent snorkels on Palm Island Vietnam for less than £1 per day. It is a great diving location and you're more than welcome to book a diving course to keep you occupied during your stay. See also our Diving on Palm Island tour.

Day 3: End of Palm Island tour

In addition to diving and snorkelling, there are various other activities up for grabs on Palm Island Vietnam. Surfboards and catamarans are available for hire. You can also book boat trips to neighbouring bays and islands. The owners of the resort are heavily involved with nature preservation. They'll be more than happy to tell you where the mangroves, swamps and animals can be found in Van Phong Bay.

If you'd like to extend your stay on Palm Island, just let us know. At the end of your stay, you'll be brought back to Nha Trang by boat and then minibus. You'll be dropped off at your hotel or taken straight to the airport or railway station. 

WARNING: You must not fly within 24 hours of your last dive. Please keep this in mind.

Following this laid back Vietnam beach trip, you could head to Ho Chi Minh for some culture with our Saigon and Mekong Delta tour. Or, if you’re travelling north, our classic Hoi An tour is a perfect way to break up your journey. 

Palm Island Vietnam - meet the locals


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