Day 01
Mui Ne Sand Dunes, Fairy Stream and Fishing Village
- See the Red and White sand dunes. Mui Ne's main claim to fame is its incredible dunes, which lie not too far from the ocean. This desert-like landscape exists remarkably close to the sea and beaches. There are two areas: the first is the white dunes, which are the larger of the two sites and are famous as a quad biking hotspot. After the white dunes, the red dunes feature a small stretch of rusty-red sand desert that is perfect for sand sliding. (Note: You should bring some cash for extra services such as a quad bike, from 600,000 VND to 700,000 VND per vehicle, and sand sliding, from 30,000 VND to 50,000 VND per board.)
- Stop at the foot of the white sand dune. You must go up the hill yourself or pay extra for the transportation service, as mentioned above.
- See the Fairy Stream. There may be no fairies, but there is a beautiful stream sandwiched between a red canyon and green forest - an experience of walking through shallow water while admiring the various colours around you. The interesting rock formations create a picture-like landscape shaped by the effect of stalactites in the sand in Mui Ne, a scene usually associated with places such as Phong Nha Cave or Ha Long Bay.
- Go to the Fishing Village. Wake up at sunrise and head to the fishing village in the small town of Mui Ne. Hundreds of fishermen bring their catch onto the beach and trade their fish. At the same time, their wives and mothers wait on the shoreline, ready to sell the fish as they shout and bargain with customers.
- Return to your hotel.
