Quy Nhon tourism, in addition to the beautiful beaches, Phuong Mai sand hill is also one of the places that you definitely cannot miss.
Located in Nhon Ly island commune, Quy Nhon city, Binh Dinh province, right next to Nhon Ly beach on Phuong Mai peninsula, about 20km from Quy Nhon city center on tourist direction Ky Co , Eo Gio, hill Phuong Mai sand, although still quite wild, is an ideal check-in point for today’s young people.
The irresistible beauty of Phuong Mai sand hill
Phuong Mai sand dunes are one of the most beautiful and highest sand dunes of Quy Nhon in particular and the Central region in general because of many sand dunes 20-30 meters high, some places up to 100 meters above sea level seem to want to touch. Clear clouds offer exotic grandeur.
The beautiful undulating sand dunes (Photo @ maiphuong598)
Standing on these towering hills, you can enjoy the panoramic view of the beautiful Phuong Mai peninsula and the surrounding areas such as the bustling Nhon Hoi economic zone, the poetic Thi Nai lagoon and the crowded Quy Nhon city. , bustle at eye level. This is a unique feature of Phuong Mai sand dune that is not everywhere.
Moreover, this sand hill not only has a very large area spreading out the headlines but also very special undulating undulating undulating. Standing in the midst of a vast landscape, seeing nothing but sand, makes us feel like we are lost in a vast desert without stopping.
It’s like getting lost in a sandy desert (Photo @nhatanh__sunny)
In particular, the beauty of Phuong Mai sand hill is constantly changing because the sea breeze of Nhon Ly makes you unable to grasp. Every day, every hour, or even just every minute a wind passes by, the grains of sand change into many unique shapes that look very funny.
(Photo @ jasmine.1496)
Along with that, at each moment, the color of the sand also changes, sometimes gold shines under the harsh rays of the afternoon sun, sometimes it is bright red under the gentle dawn, the sunset makes it change color Orange, sometimes white as a flower, everyone cannot take their eyes off its magic.
Sometimes it’s yellow (Photo @ pth.91)
When it turns orange again (Photo @ ng_rose12)
Along with undulating sand dunes, sparkling in the sunlight, the turquoise water of Nhon Ly beach and cool blue ocean whispering in the wind and the red-roof fishing villages in the distance make this place like a picture. Wild natural paintings that are surprisingly charming.
In the distance are the cool blue ocean rows (Photo @__ nht93__)
Ideal time to visit Phuong Mai sand hill
Each time Phuong Mai “sand desert” brings a different mysterious beauty, but according to your travel experience in Quy Nhon , early morning or late afternoon will be the most suitable to visit.
Warm and charming sunset (Photo @ phucnguyen.vision)
Because at this time in the gentle and gentle rays of sunlight, you will fully enjoy the flavor of each wind, the tenderness of the soft sand grains and the captivating beauty of the sand dunes. This is also the time when you can comfortably participate in the exciting outdoor activities.
A cool view to sightseeing will be more favorable (Photo @ iam.rachelbui)
At midday, when the sun is at the highest point in a golden day, glittering in the sun, however, the dry wind and strong sunlight not only bring a hot feeling but also make your skin vulnerable if Not well protected.
Attractive experiences at Phuong Mai sand hill
1. Take a scenic walk
You can stand on Phuong Mai sand hill, open your chest to welcome the cool sea breeze or sit next to the blue ocean, drop your soul into the whispering waves in the sea and feel the breath of mother nature. soul is immersed in moments of deep, precious peace. Or do not mind the hot sand, you can walk barefoot on the sand, enjoy the tiny, soft grains of sand that are stroking the soles of the feet.
Walking barefoot in the sand is very interesting (Photo @dona_phan)
Even more interesting fun is letting people lie down in the sand, watching the sky soaring blue and white clouds drifting, then drawing all kinds of shapes on the fine sand and erasing quickly without any worries. Mind about time, you will definitely feel like you are back to your childhood.
Sitting in the sand to draw pictures is also very good (Photo @tieulannnn)
2. Sand slides
In addition to sand play, thrilling games are also offered to tourists, typically sand-sledding – a game that is probably too familiar in the central sand dunes , but due to the high terrain, The slope of Phuong Mai ‘s “little desert” makes the speed of sand sliding here can be up to 40km / h – the fastest in the sand dunes of Vietnam today.
Unlike Mui Ne bay sand dunes, the sand here is quite tight, not too deep so you can save more energy, less tired during the move. Moreover, the heights are varied, so depending on your preferences and desires you can try different slides.
The game attracted the most participants (Photo @huyenbumie)
The feeling of sitting on the planks flying straight down from above, enjoying every breeze through the hair, watching the charming natural scenery around and shouting loudly with the group of friends, will definitely be a experience. new experience and lots of fun, laughter for you.
Note: because the speed is quite fast, it will only be for those who love adventure and challenge yourself. Besides renting at the sand dune, you can also equip your own skateboard for easy use as well as remember to use eye contact lenses and gloves to ensure safety.
3. Take pictures
In addition to having fun for a lifetime, on such a “fine” background, how can you skip taking photos to keep memories. Trust me, with the diverse colors of sand connected to the clear blue of the vast sky, it will definitely give you 1001 shimmering virtual living pictures.
Play in the sand (Photo @ haanhtran7693)
Amazing virtual living corner (Photo @ trangbee3110)
Revealing the moment of “virtual panning” image especially at noon and early afternoon when the sand shines brightly in the sun or at dawn and dusk, the whole space is covered with a brilliant red color. extremely seductive.
Anyone can not miss it (Photo @ ngapham2901)
4. Sea bathing
Because Phuong Mai sand hill is located right next to the sea, after a long fun trip here, you can comfortably immerse yourself in the cool blue water of Nhon Ly beach or take a boat to move further to see Eo Gio , Ky Co is beautiful in legend. Don’t forget the famous fresh seafood dishes here as well.
Eo Wind is as beautiful as the scene (Photo @ vy.nle)
Attractive Ky Co Beach (Photo @ secretlife.authentic)
A little note for you is: although this place is beautiful, it is still quite wild and has not been fully exploited, so the service is lacking a lot. Therefore, it is best to equip yourself with the necessary items to protect your own health and safety during the tour.
How to move to Phuong Mai sand hill
First you book a flight ticket to Phu Cat airport – 35km from Quy Nhon city. Then use a private vehicle, a motorbike or a car, follow the following road: From the city center, go to Dong Da junction, turn to Thi Nai overpass. Cross the bridge, go straight along the Quy Nhon – Nhon Hoi route, follow the signpost on the way to the center of Nhon Ly commune. Park your car here and then walk for another 10 minutes to reach the beautiful Phuong Mai sand hill .
There are many transportation options for you to choose from (Photo @ttyennhig)
The road is very easy to go, so even if it is a “blind holy road”, you do not have to worry, google maps will show you the detailed directions, or you can also ask local people to be sure.
Come to Quy Nhon, definitely don’t forget to visit this beautiful Phuong Mai sand hill !