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Hòn Bàng
Shallow coral islet off Gành Dầu in north Phu Quoc
ScubaSnorkelBoat EntryBeginner
Reef
Local operator required
Best handled as an operator-led boat trip from Gành Dầu; the site has little independent on-island infrastructure.
Short operator-run boat access from Gành Dầu; quiet, reef-focused outing with the best comfort on calm, settled days.
About Hòn Bàng
Hòn Bàng is a small, undeveloped reef islet off Gành Dầu in northwestern Phu Quoc. It is a relaxed coral stop with a rocky reef profile, short boat access from the Gành Dầu side, and calm-water snorkeling or easy beginner diving when the sea settles.
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Research Estimate At Hòn Bàng
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AccessChallenging entry effort
Coral HealthHealthy coral
Marine LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesNo facilities
CrowdedVery quiet
Current StrengthLight current
Surge StrengthLight surge
Where Is Hòn Bàng?
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Hòn Bàng Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 15m
Depth Note
Average depth reported as 5–15 m.
Best Season
Dry season, especially December to April
Typical Conditions
Calmest on settled days, with a shallow reef feel and more surface chop when the northwest coast is windy.
Safety & Access At Hòn Bàng
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Sharp coralWaves
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight over the reef, watch fin kicks on the coral, and reschedule if wind or chop builds.
Access Restrictions
No public beach-style facilities on the islet; access is most practical as an organized boat stop.
Legal Notes
Follow marine-park and operator rules, and avoid anchoring or standing on coral.
Local Intel For Hòn Bàng
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
A relaxed reef stop for new or casual divers, with coral cover and an easy, shallow profile on calm days.
Snorkel
A good snorkel stop in settled weather, with coral and small reef fish close to the surface along the reef edge.
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Wildlife at Hòn Bàng
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Hòn Bàng Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
thanhnien.vn · News
Reports dolphin activity near Hòn Bàng off Gành Dầu.
travelbui.com · Travel Guide
Frames the island as uninhabited and snorkeling-friendly, with clear water and coral.
triphunter.vn · Travel Guide
Confirms the site sits west-northwest of Ganh Dau and remains lightly developed.
vinpearl.com · Tourism
Describes Hòn Bần/Hòn Bàng as uninhabited, reached by canoe from Ganh Dau, with clear water, coral, and fish.
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