Sunrise at ConDao Island

Getty Images/Flickr RF

Con Dao Islands

Isolated from the mainland, the Con Dao islands are one of Vietnam's star attractions. Long the preserve of political prisoners and undesirables, they now turn heads thanks to their striking natural beauty. Con Son, the largest of this chain of 15 islands and islets, is ringed with lovely beaches, coral reefs and scenic bays, and remains partially covered in tropical forests. In addition to hiking, diving and exploring deserted coastal roads there are excellent wildlife-watching opportunities, such as the black giant squirrel and endemic bow-fingered gecko.


Attractions

Must-see attractions

Plan with a local

Articles

Latest stories from Con Dao Islands

Filter by interest:

Vietnamese fishing boats on a tropical Con Dao Island. View from the pier in the direction of a beach with white sand.

Beaches

Exploring Vietnam's remote Con Dao Islands

Jun 29, 2016 • 4 min read