Recommended days to stay

This town is great if you want to spend a few days on the beach, but there are not much other things to do in Mui Ne.

ATM's & money exchange

There are many cash machines along the main Mui Ne strip.

Local events and holidays

• Mui Ne Street Food Festival: Mui Ne organizes a popular street food festival three times a year (usually January, April and July), with local, national and international dishes.

Best time to visit

Rainy season: between the months of April and October.
Best travel time: The best time to enjoy going to Mui Ne is from November to March.

The weather in Mui Ne is much drier throughout the year than the rest of VIetnam and is even part of the driest region in Southeast Asia.

10 best things to do in Mui Ne

Mui Ne is not a large town, the original fishing village that actually lay here was called Ham Tien. Mui Ne is actually a 10 kilometer long road where the many resorts, hostels and hotels are located. It is therefore impossible to get lost here! This is mainly about surfing and the famous sand dunes. Here is a list of the best things to do in Mui Ne.

1. Relax on the beaches

The best thing to do in Mui Ne is enjoy the beaches. It is the main reason for going here for most travelers. Mui Ne’s has 15 kilometers of sandy beaches surrounded by palm trees, a fishing village, an array of restaurants and shops, as well as luxury resorts.

Because of the length of the beach and how extensive the town is, you don’t have to worry that the whole beach is overcrowded with tourists. During the day you can swim, read a book or sunbathe and in the evening you can dine or drink a cocktail while you watch the sun go down.

2. Visit the sand dunes

The sand dunes in Mui ne are the biggest attraction here after the beaches.
You have the impressive red and white sand dunes that are compared to the Sahara of Vietnam. This is because the dunes are so big that when you are in the middle of them it feels like you are in a desert.

Besides the fact that the dunes are nice for a desert-like photo, there are also a lot of activities that you can do here. In the red dunes, near Mui Ne, you can slide down the dunes with a sled. Locals, especially children, walk around here to rent their sleighs to you. You can ride a jeep or quad in the white sand dunes.

3. Wind or kite surfing

The constant strong wind is ideal for kite surfing, windsurfing and other water sports. There are lessons in one of the surf schools scattered around the beach at extremely competitive prices.

4. Fairy Stream

The Fairy Stream is a popular stop for the Mui Ne jeep tours. It is a stream that runs through the red-orange dunes. The landscape is therefore also compared to a kind of miniature of the Grand Canyon. The stream is ankle deep so you can walk through it without any problem.

5. Mui Ne fishing harbor

In Mui Ne harbor you can see the fishermen coming back with their catches and you can observe the real local life in Mui Ne. The hundreds of colorful fishing boats that lie in the harbor are a beautiful sight.

6. The local fish market

The chaotic morning market offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of local fishermen. Every morning they bring their catch to the coast. Expect fishing nets full of seafood, buckets full of fish and strewn with shells everywhere.

7. Visit the Cham tower

Like many other towers of the Cham culture in Vietnam, the Po Shanu Cham Towers can also be found on top of a hill. They are from the time of the Champa empire, just like the temple complex of My Son, near Hoi An. They are located next to the city of Phan Thiet and on top of the hill you have a beautiful view of the area.

8. Ke Ga lighthouse

South of Mui Ne along the coast is an area that is best known for a beautiful beach with an island with an old lighthouse on the other side. The tower was built in 1897 and came into use in 1900, making it the oldest lighthouse in southeast Asia.

You can take a boat from the harbor to the island, but you are no longer allowed in the lighthouse. In addition, you can enjoy the beach here and the trip along the coast to Ke Ga is already worth it.

9. Ta Cu mountain and the reclining Buddha

Ta Cu Mountain consists of a vast area of lush jungle, rare flora and fauna, limestone caves and beautiful Buddhist structures, the highlight of which is the reclining Buddha. It is about 1 hour’s drive from Mui Ne. It is a nice day trip that you can combine with driving a loop via Ke Ga.

You can choose to climb the mountain or go up with a cable car. If you choose the former you walk through the woods and you will encounter a number of small temples on the way.

10. Sunrise and sunset

Sunsets and sunrises in Mui Ne are among the best in Vietnam. Choose to sit on the beach, from the fishing village or on the white or red sand dunes for incredible skies.

Best hotels & hostels in Mui Ne

Where to stay

Mui Ne beach – The beach of Mui Ne covers 15 kilometers of sandy beaches where you can enjoy a wide range of water sports. The northern part is a traditional fishing village, while in the southern part you can find hotels, shops and souvenir shops. Iconic sights such as Fairy Stream, the red and white sand dunes and Mui Ne Fishing Village are easily accessible.

Phan Thiet City – The village of Mui Ne actually belongs to the city of Phan Thiet. It is also possible to stay here in the city of Phan Thiet, 30 minutes from Mui Ne, good for experiencing the local lifestyle. Hotels are relatively affordable, but the nightlife is quiet compared to Mui Ne.

Best hotels & hostels in Mui Ne