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Vietnam surfing: a must-read guide


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The tourist beaches are always windy, really a wonderful place with world-class nature that has helped Vietnam surfing to form and develop. This sport has been introduced to this country for a long time, you can see on many beaches there are many surfers, especially foreigners. Surfing is an adventure and requires a lot of skill, which is also the main attraction for participants.


The state of surfing in Vietnam

Actually, the Vietnamese themselves are not good at playing this game. There are many people who can play Vietnam surfing, but playing skillfully and outstandingly can only be counted on the fingers. Part of the reason is that the cost of surfing is quite expensive for the common ground, and Vietnam has not yet produced equipment and tools for this sport, but all of which must be imported. Everything from safety vests, helmets, boards are from abroad, but that's why you can trust the quality. If you are interested in Vietnam surfing, the best place you could choose is Mui Ne.


Best place for surfing in Vietnam

Mui Ne not only has white sand dunes with a gentle breeze gliding, but also has many attractions waiting for visitors to discover. If you're interested in surfing in Vietnam, you've come to the right place — it's one of the best surf spots in Southeast Asia. Mui Ne is also a destination for those who love blue beaches with fine sand, tropical fruits and fresh seafood. From October to May, you can easily find the right place for Vietnam surfing activities along the sand curve of Hon Rom beach. Meanwhile, from July to October, Suoi O beach becomes a favorite surfing spot for many tourists.

Mui Ne was once a small fishing village and has grown rapidly over the past 20 years, now being one of the top tourist destinations and surfing in Vietnam because it is so beautiful. The first visitors here in the mid-1990s camped on the sands beneath the canopy of thousands of coconut trees. Today, hotels and resorts abound, mostly on or not too far from the beach, while cheap lodging, shopping centers, and restaurants, are on the opposite side. Mui Ne is currently a more pleasant choice for Vietnam surfing, than a vibrant Nha Trang with unique natural scenery but also overly expensive.

You will have a trip along the winding coastal roads, visit white sand beaches and climb the hills to admire the remaining Cham ruins. In Mui Ne, there are many diverse water activities, such as scuba diving or snorkeling, especially surfing in Vietnam. That's because even at times when the Central is engulfed in heavy storms and tropical rain, the city is safe and dry. The climate in Mui Ne - Phan Thiet is favorable all year round and the average rainfall is the lowest in the country, the average daily temperature ranges from 23 - 30°C, extremely suitable for Vietnam surfing activities.

Although Mui Ne is considered a major destination for people interested in sea sports, it still has everything you need for a vacation, highlighting many natural and historical attractions. You can do everything from lounging on the beach, renting a luxury villa or inexpensive guesthouse, to trying some local specialties or western food, to getting lost in late-night clubs,… For those who enjoy Vietnam surfing and sightseeing, Mui Ne presents a special charm, thanks to its very suitable view as you will not see many high-rise buildings here — the local resorts are mostly one- or two-story houses.

Today, Mui Ne has become one of the paradises of many water sports with warm sea water all year round, large beaches and beautiful sand dunes. The ocean water is warm but rarely becomes too calm – the winds will cool you down and also bring the big waves ashore. The ideal time to experience Vietnam surfing in Mui Ne is from August to December, but even during bad weather there are rare occasions when the sea is calm enough for you to play. For experienced surfers, strong windy environment can be even better, but if you are amateur, you can also find surf schools here.

Other places for surfing in Vietnam

Da Nang's beaches are famous Vietnam surfing spots due to the warm weather, especially from September to March when the water temperature is about 30°C. My Khe beach is considered a romantic surfing place, extremely popular in the summer, while two other favorite spots for thrill-seekers are Nam O and Non Nuoc beaches. Both are places of giant waves best for surfing in Vietnam, evoking the conquering feeling of the surfers, who flock here from all over to show off their ultimate skills.

Nha Trang can be said to be a famous tourist destination with luxury resorts, high-rise hotels by the beach and a variety of delicious and fresh seafood. In addition to dozens of diving spots, Nha Trang also has attractive spots for Vietnam surfing, with strong winds from November to March very suitable to create waves of sufficient intensity. Meanwhile, the coastal city of Vung Tau is also a spot worth a visit — many experienced surfers have rated Back Beach as one of the best surfing spots, with a length of about 3km and continuous waves crashing on the shore. Phu Quoc surfing is another option you can consider, with beautiful beaches and high-class services.


Above are places for surfing in Vietnam that are highly appreciated, loved by professionals both domestic and abroad. In particular, at these points the service for surfing will be more developed, you can also find schools that teach if you do not have much experience. Hopefully this information will help you have an interesting trip, experiment with Vietnam surfing, and have memorable memories.

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