Con Dao attracts tourists with beautiful and challenging trekking routes for those who love to explore. With the following notes when traveling to Con Dao, you will have an enjoyable trip with the most memorable experiences.
Things to note when traveling to Con Dao
The following notes when traveling to Con Dao will help you have the happiest trip with many interesting experiences:
Which season is best to travel to Con Dao?
Con Dao features a maritime sub-equatorial climate, with two typical seasons: dry season and rainy season. The rainy season in Con Dao (April – November) but the rainfall is not too much, after that time there are beautiful sunny days suitable for exploration trips. Traveling to Con Dao in the rainy season, visitors will experience diving to see coral or watching turtles lay eggs…
Note when traveling to Con Dao that the dry season from December to April next year is the best time to travel to this beautiful island. Because at this time the sunny weather is suitable for sightseeing and fun activities, your backpacking trip will not be affected by sudden rains.
The best time to travel to Con Dao. Photo: @samm__sammie
What to prepare when traveling to Con Dao?
To have a smooth trip to Con Dao , preparation is essential. If you still don’t know what to prepare for your upcoming trip to Con Dao, please refer to the suggestions below:
– Transportation : Depending on your needs and departure distance, you can choose the appropriate means of transportation to Con Dao. You can take a plane from Hanoi/Saigon or a speedboat to Con Dao, then rent a motorbike for 100,000 – 200,000 VND/day to move freely.
– Clothing : Preparing clothes for traveling to Con Dao is also very important. You should bring loose, comfortable clothes combined with maxi dresses, bikinis for taking photos, swimming in the beach with shorts, shoes…
– Cash : You should also bring some cash for convenience when spending and an ATM card. Do not withdraw too much cash as it will not ensure safety when traveling.
– Personal items : When traveling to Con Dao, you also need to prepare necessary items such as: backup charger, phone, selfie stick, sunscreen, personal items, map…
Traveling to Con Dao by plane is convenient. Photo: @eatcleanbymitbeo
In addition, you should also refer to other useful notes when traveling to Con Dao such as:
– Con Dao is located far from the center of the mainland, so you should prepare all necessary items, because service prices off the island are quite expensive.
– When traveling to Con Dao by motorbike, you should buy extra gasoline and make sure your gas tank is always full because there are very few gas stations on the island.
– There are often many mosquitoes in Con Dao at night, so you should bring insect repellant.
– You should only bring items that are absolutely necessary to avoid lugging things around when traveling.
Be fully prepared for the most convenient trip to Con Dao. Photo: @lqn1812
Interesting activities when traveling to Con Dao
With the above notes when traveling to Con Dao, you will have a more enjoyable trip than expected. After fully preparing the equipment, time, and means above, it’s time to start your trip to Con Dao! Many interesting experiences are waiting for you on your upcoming trip to Con Dao such as:
Scuba diving to see coral
Con Dao is famous for beautiful coral viewing locations such as: Hon Cau , Hon Trung, Hon Tre, Hon Tai, Hon Bay Canh… You can buy a scuba diving tour with full services including diving equipment and tour guide. Prices range from 800,000 – 2,000,000 VND/person. This is an interesting experience when traveling to Con Dao, but you should follow the tour guide closely to ensure safety.
Scuba diving to see coral is a favorite experience in Con Dao. Photo: phuotvivu
Experience fishing
Fishing in Con Dao is also an activity that many young people love when traveling to this beautiful island. You can choose recreational fishing or professional fishing services. Go fishing at night with local fishermen for free. They will guide you through all the skills to get results after the fishing session.
Recreational fishing in Con Dao attracts tourists. Photo: sixsensescondao
Watch turtles lay eggs
Perhaps the most interesting activity when traveling to Con Dao is watching turtles lay eggs. The most ideal place to explore this experience is Cat Lon Beach on Bay Canh island, where the most turtles come to lay eggs in Con Dao. If you’re lucky and have a little patience, you’ll be able to see turtles lay eggs and turtles bite egg shells to crawl out to sea.
Watching turtles lay eggs in Con Dao is an interesting experience. Photo: elitetour
In addition, when traveling to Con Dao, you can also participate in many interesting activities such as:
– Explore the national forest and deserted island in Con Dao with local people.
– Stop at beautiful cafes in Con Dao to enjoy drinks and sightseeing such as: Phien Khuc Cafe, Con Son Cafe, Nice Coffee, Ba Le Cafe…
– Drive on beautiful roads in Con Dao such as: Co Ong road, Ton Duc Thang road, Ben Dam port road…
Experience beautiful backpacking routes in Con Dao. Photo: @pjnkid
What and where to eat when traveling to Con Dao?
After having fun, you should definitely start enjoying Con Dao cuisine! The dining paradise in Con Dao must include the night market, you will enjoy many delicious dishes such as: Vermicelli, pho, porridge, seafood, grilled food… Super reasonable prices range from 15,000 – 50,000 VND is to eat your fill. The market is located in the town center and operates from 4pm – 12pm.
In addition, when traveling to Con Dao, you can refer to other famous delicious places to eat such as:
– Mrs. Hai Khiem’s crab noodle soup: Street 22 Nguyen Hue, area 8, Con Dao. Prices range from 17,000 – 25,000 VND/bowl
– Thu Ba Restaurant: 1A Vo Thi Sau Street, Area 6, Con Dao
– Com Tam Restaurant: Con Dao Market, Con Dao town center.
Food paradise at Con Dao night market. Photo: chudu24
With the above notes when traveling to Con Dao, you will have the most enjoyable trip. Let’s form a team, pack your backpacks and let’s go!
($1~24,000 VND)
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