Bay Canh Island
Bay Canh Island remains the second largest of the sixteen islands in the Con Dao archipelago and is located in the eastern part of the area. As of 2025, it continues to be a vital ecological site and a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.
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The island is characterized by its pristine forests and a rich mangrove ecosystem, which hosts nearly eight hundred different plant species and around fifty animal species. One of the key features of Bay Canh Island is its diverse mangrove ecosystem, primarily found on dead coral, sand, and clay substrates. During low tides, visitors can easily navigate through the forest, which is comparatively dry and not muddy like in other locations. This offers an excellent opportunity for snorkeling among vibrant coral reefs, as well as the chance to explore various fish species and marine life in the island’s crystal-clear waters. The area boasts a diverse range of corals, including species from the IUCN Red List of threatened species in Vietnam.
Photo by @An Duong
Furthermore, Bay Canh Island is home to abundant marine resources, including dolphins, green sea turtles, sea pigs, rock snails, sea cucumbers, butterfly fish, and brain corals, making it a remarkable site for both biodiversity and eco-tourism.
Useful Information
- Location: Bay Canh Island, Con Dao
- Best for: All visitors
- Entrance: N/A
- Hours: Day time visit is recommended
- Distance to city center: 0.0km (0.0 mi)
Con Son Island
The biggest island of Con Dao archipelago, and the only inhabited, Con Son island is famed for its pristine nature and the hospitality of people. Not only holding the nice bit, the island also carries the dark past of what is called “Hell on Earth” period.
Con Dao Prison - Tiger Cage Prison
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Phi Yen Temple
Phi Yen temple is also known as An Son shrine and was first built in 1785 as a place to worship Madam Phi Yen (Le Thi Cam) the concubine of Lord Nguyen Anh.
