Gam Ghi Island: An under-the-radar spot for your Phu Quoc bucket list

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Gam Ghi Island in Phu Quoc has a wild beauty (Source: Collected)

An island tour in Phu Quoc will not be complete without a visit to Gam Ghi Island – one of the most beautiful islands in Phu Quoc. It offers you lots of mind-blowing highlights: an airy space to relax, thrilling water games, a rich marine ecosystem, and picturesque natural scenery.

1. Overview of Gam Ghi Island

1.1. Location of Gam Ghi Island in Phu Quoc

Gam Ghi Island is part of An Thoi Archipelago, which includes 17 small islands in the Gulf of Thailand. It is located south of An Thoi Port, approximately 35 kilometers away from the center of Phu Quoc. This location makes it convenient for tourists to explore the inherent pristine beauty of this island.

Gam Ghi Island is 35 kilometers away from the center of Phu Quoc (Source: Collected)

This island is one of the most visited Phu Quoc islands thanks to its poetic beauty, many mysteries to be discovered, and a rich ecosystem, suitable for nature lovers, shutterbugs, and adventurers alike.

1.2. Weather on Gam Ghi Island

In Phu Quoc, there are 2 distinct seasons: the rainy season from April to September and the dry season from October to March. 

In the rainy season, it is not convenient for you to fly to Phu Quoc and visit the islands here due to heavy rain, strong wind, and thunderstorms. So, the most ideal time to come to Phu Quoc and explore Gam Ghi Island is during the dry season, when the sea is calm, the weather is sunny but still cool and pleasant. 

Visiting Phu Quoc during this season, you will have a chance to enjoy all the exciting activities on the island and witness the unspoiled beauty of shimmering coral reefs under the blue sea water, rocky outcrops with different and beautiful shapes, fine white sand stretches under the shade of endless rows of coconut trees.

From October to March is the best time to visit Gam Ghi Island Phu Quoc (Source: Collected)

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2. TOP 5 must-have experiences in Gam Ghi Island Phu Quoc

On your journey to Gam Ghi Island, many unforgettable experiences await, from trying fun water activities, catching and cooking your own seafood, camping under the starry night, to taking countless wonderful photos with the majestic sea background and enjoying the local Phu Quoc specialties.

2.1. Enjoy some popular water activities

If you want to find a wild place without crowds to immerse yourself quietly in nature, Gam Ghi Island is the best choice. Swimming in the cool and clear water with calm waves around while admiring the unspoiled nature is absolutely an out-of-this-world activity that you have never tried before.

Furthermore, as one of Phu Quoc islands with the most diverse anemone and coral ecosystems, Gam Ghi Island offers an unmissable snorkeling experience for all nature lovers. Diving deep into the blue sea, you will be in awe of the colorful coral reefs in different exotic shapes. 

In addition, you can see many types of fish, jellyfish, and other lively sea creatures. The unique charm of the undersea world at this island paradise is waiting for you to come explore.

Swimming and snorkeling are two unmissable activities on Gam Ghi Island (Source: Collected)

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2.2. Experience catching your own seafood

Another fun activity that you can enjoy on Gam Ghi Island is fishing. There is nothing better than sitting on a basket boat in the middle of the sea, catching some fish, sea urchins, and snails, enjoying the cool sea breeze, then bringing them back to prepare some yummy seafood dishes. Tasting delicious food in the spectacular sea view and pleasant weather is the best therapy for stress and sorrow.

2.3. Go camping on the island

Camping on Gam Ghi Island Phu Quoc allows you to immerse yourself deeply in pristine nature. The night sky full of shining stars will become your home as you lie down on the white sand beach, listen to the song of the wind in harmony, and leave behind all the hustle and bustle. 

Here, you can set up a campfire, organize a BBQ party, turn up the music, and have some deep talks with your friends and family. Before going camping, you should check the weather forecast and bring all the necessities to have the best experience.

Camping gives you a chance to witness the beauty of nature (Source: Collected)

2.4. Take epic beach photoshoots

The wild beauty of Gam Ghi Island is also an ideal spot for shutterbugs who want to take countless poetic photos. In the vast space of this paradise island on earth, you just need to lift your phone up and many epic photos will be taken. 

Every corner at Gam Ghi Island is adorned with the blue sky, which blends together with the blue sea, the green coconut trees, the white sandy beaches, and the gray rock formations, providing the most stunning natural background for your photos.

2.5. Enjoy famous Phu Quoc specialties

One of the most attractive features in Phu Quoc, besides many beautiful Phu Quoc attractions, is the yummy dishes made from freshly caught seafood. And Gam Ghi Island is a perfect place to enjoy them at a reasonable price. Some recommended dishes that you should not miss out on include herring salad, grilled horn scallop, grilled black tiger prawn, mackerel, sea urchin porridge, etc.

You can enjoy various famous local seafood dishes on Gam Ghi Island (Source: Collected)

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3. Frequently asked questions about visiting Gam Ghi Island

3.1. How to get to Gam Ghi Island Phu Quoc Vietnam?

As a famous Phu Quoc attraction, there are many convenient ways to get to the island. 

First, you can get to An Thoi Port by car or motorbike. It is quite easy and cheap to rent a motorbike to discover every corner of Phu Quoc. From the port, you can take a canoe or a boat to get to Gam Ghi Island. A boat trip takes about 60 minutes, while a canoe trip takes only 20 minutes. 

There are also many tourist companies that offer package tours (including transportation, lunch, tour guide, and insurance services) to discover many stunning islands in Phu Quoc, including Gam Ghi Island. You can book them in advance to have the most convenient trip here.

There are many ways to get to Gam Ghi Island (Source: Collected)

3.2. Where to stay when visiting Gam Ghi Island?

As there is no hotel on the island, you should book a hotel in the town to stay before coming here. Choosing a suitable hotel is the first and foremost step to ensure you have a wonderful Phu Quoc trip.

Among the best accommodations on Phu Quoc Island, Vinpearl Phu Quoc offers a wide range of hotels and resorts that will satisfy even the most demanding customers. Vinpearl provides international standard services, along with prime locations and beautiful natural scenery.

Vinpearl Phu Quoc hotel and resort system is the perfect choice for your getaway trip to Phu Quoc

• VinOasis Phu Quoc: An ideal place for both relaxation and fun-filled experiences. It has everything you need, from accommodations, restaurants to shopping venues and entertainment hubs.
• Vinpearl Resort & Spa Phu Quoc: Choose this resort on your trip to enjoy various unmissable local experiences, such as a tasty seafood buffet, magnificent sunset views, and a unique massage at the spa.
• VinHolidays Fiesta Phu Quoc: With a robust supply of nearly 700 rooms, this hotel is an ideal place to stay for families, friends, and large tourist groups, to enjoy a dream vacation at a highly competitive price.
• Vinpearl Wonderworld Phu Quoc: A place where you can immerse yourself in wonder and delight. It focuses on bringing guests closer to nature, with lush gardens and private beaches. This location is so convenient for you to get to many entertainment complexes of Vinpearl, including an international-standard golf course, Vinpearl Safari Phu Quoc, and the sleepless city Grand World Phu Quoc.

Grand World Phu Quoc has non-stop entertainment activities

Besides a wonderful journey to Gam Ghi Island, while in Phu Quoc, you should not miss out on the largest theme park in Vietnam – VinWonders Phu Quoc. This is the perfect place to have many fun and memorable moments with family and friends. With over 100 exciting games, an aquarium full of sea creatures, and 6 subdivisions inspired by various world civilizations, VinWonders Phu Quoc will surely leave all visitors in awe.

VinWonders Phu Quoc is the largest theme park in Vietnam

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Gam Ghi Island is a not-to-be-missed Phu Quoc attraction. It captivates the hearts of both nature lovers and adventurers with paradise-like natural beauty, airy and fresh atmosphere, and many exciting activities. Hopefully, this guide will help you enjoy your journey to this island to the utmost!

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