How to enjoy a best day trip in Mui Ne

On your way to the coastal town of Mui Ne in Vietnam? This beach resort town lies off the south-eastern coast of Vietnam, which has plenty of activities to offer visitors whether they plan on holidaying there for a week or two or just for a day as they pass through. From watersports such as sailing and windsurfing to shopping sprees and foodie adventures, Mui Ne has a lot to offer.

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Water and Beach Sports

Mui Ne is well known for the plethora of watersports it offers for those who visit its sunny shores. Located along the coast in the southeast of Vietnam, this town boasts miles of scenic shoreline. Among the many aquatic activities you will find here are kitesurfing, sailing, and windsurfing. Some say that this town offers some of the best kitesurfing and windsurfing to be found in Asia, thanks to its steady winds during the dry season.

If you are staying at a resort in Mui Ne, ask the concierge to give you directions to one of the many popular beachside shacks that offer lessons and equipment rentals for kitesurfing and windsurfing. However, if you're just passing through Mui Ne for only a day, don't fret. These surf shacks are not affiliated with the resorts, and you don't have to be a guest to patronise them. Just ask the friendly locals to guide you to them and you'll be off on a kite or windsurfing adventure in no time!

Looking to play some sports on the sandy beaches, rather than heading out in the water? Mui Ne offers that too. Many of the local resorts such as Anantara Mui Ne Resort offer sports such as beach volleyball free of charge to guests. The advantage of staying at a resort is that it is likely to have convenient access to a cosy strip of beach that's perfect for games such as Frisbee and volleyball.

Golfing on the Green

When you think of a beach town, golf might not be the first sport that comes to mind. Nevertheless, offer it Mui Ne does! If you're craving for an intense game of golf during your travels, make sure to schedule in a slot at the Sea Links Golf Course during your day trip. Offering 18 holes and dazzling views of the ocean, this is some of the most scenic golf you will ever get to play!

Explore the Dunes

A must-see when you are in Mui Ne is the sand dunes! These are among the town's most famous attractions. There are actually two sets of sand dunes; one being the Red Dunes, which you'll find a short distance away from the coast, and the other being the White Dunes, which are located a little further north. If you arrive in town early enough, consider heading over to get front row seats to a magnificent sunrise. The best part? You don't need to pay to enter the dunes. If you want to get a really good view of the dunes, you can also book yourself a hot air balloon ride that'll let you enjoy a bird's-eye view of the landscape.

Visit the Fishing Village

To get a glimpse of how Vietnam's traditional fisherman make their living along the coast, pay a visit to the local fishing village. There's also a market there where you can observe how the fresh catches of the day are displayed and sold. If you fancy cooking up a meal of fresh seafood while you're in town, this is the spot for you. You can point to the items you like and have them cleaned and bagged for you.