Tortoise Islet, Vietnam

The locals of Tortoise Islet are extremely welcoming and they love interacting with the tourists. If you have sufficient time then you can spend a day with them and learn about their daily lifestyle. This cultural immersion is often a highlight of a Vietnam group tour, where travelers can share these authentic moments together. You can dress up like them and enjoy farming as well as fishing with them. You can even see the manufacturing process of their popular coconut candy and longan-flavoured honey. At night, you can enjoy the traditional folk music show called ‘Don Ca Tai Tu’ for a wholesome experience. 

The lush fruit orchards of the Tortoise Islet are truly a sight for the sore eyes. These orchards are maintained by the locals and include a wide variety of fruits, making it a fun and educational experience for those on a family trip to Vietnam, especially for kids who can see how tropical fruits are grown and harvested. You will get to spot various fruits like mango, orange, papaya, rambutan, pomelo, dragon fruit, banana, coconut and jackfruit. All of these fruits are organic and taste delicious. On your visit to the orchards, you can even request the caretakers to let you taste some of these fruits.

The clear blue water of the Tortoise Islet is blessed with stunning coral reefs. Additionally, you will get to admire colourful fishes, 17 types of anemones and an impressive canyon under the sea. You can witness these beautiful creations by diving deep into the sea. It is a fun as well as thrilling experience that lets you explore the underwater world. Before your activity, you will be provided with a short security briefing and safety equipment like life jackets, oxygen cylinders and goggles.

After spending an exciting day, you can admire the beautiful sunset at the Tortoise Islet. It is a soothing experience that will surely calm your mind and body. Spend quality time with your loved ones as you witness the sun going down and the sky changing colours. It will be a truly memorable experience so make sure to capture these precious moments in your camera.

The Tortoise Islet offers plenty of unique traditional food items which you can try. Some of these local dishes include Goby Hotpot, Roasted Shrimp with Coconut, Steamed Tilapia Fish with Mushrooms and Pumpkin and Snakehead Fish cooked in a Sour Soup. One of the specialties of this region is Ca Tai Tuong which is a fried Tai Tuong fish. There are various hotels and homestays at the islet where you can try these dishes at affordable prices.