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How to avoid touristy places, crowds in a private snorkeling tour in Phu Quoc Island? You must have known that most of the tour operators in Phu Quoc offering similar itineraries thereby you are wondering how to find a truly distinct trip for your special time in Phu Quoc?
If you are an avid traveler with a deep passion for a truly relaxing private snorkeling experience—one that combines professional expertise, island hopping, and breathtaking moments—this guide is tailored for you. Here, we provide essential tips for planning your private snorkeling tour in Phu Quoc Island. Beyond the typical details found in any private tour, it is vital to consider external factors that can significantly enhance or detract from your experience.
What Are The External Factors Influencing Your Snorkeling Experiences?
What are the external factors influencing this trend? Phu Quoc Island has increasingly emerged as a popular destination for tourists, leading to a significant rise in its tourist traffic. Consequently, those planning a private snorkeling tour in Phu Quoc may have several concerns, including:
- What strategies can be employed to avoid crowds and crowded areas while still appreciating the serene beauty of Phu Quoc Island?
- The water conditions on the day of the tour are crucial, as many individuals may not realize that factors such as waves, currents, and tides significantly impact the snorkeling and diving experience, as well as overall safety. When currents are too strong or waves are excessive, access to certain coral reefs may be restricted. Therefore, it is essential to monitor or forecast these conditions in advance to ensure safety and to identify which locations are suitable for exploration on that day.
- The vibrant coral spots are increasingly at risk as coral reefs worldwide face devastating effects due to climate change, with coral bleaching becoming a pervasive issue. Phu Quoc is no exception to this trend (read more). Additionally, irresponsible tourism practices—such as anchoring in sensitive areas and the absence of qualified underwater guides, small fishing, fish feeding —have further exacerbated coral damage. Consequently, many tours that take guests to popular locations often lead to experiences dominated by dead corals, with estimates indicating that approximately 80-90% of these reefs are currently lifeless.
OnBird in our effort to restore damaged coral reefs in Phu Quoc Island
We are pleased to present a customized travel experience designed to bypass crowded tourist hotspots while optimizing timing. This trip will guide clients to the finest coral reefs in Phu Quoc, including Coral Mountain at Crystal Reef, Half-moon Reef, North-east Coral Reef, Coral Garden, Coral Jungle Reef, and U-Turn. For further information, please refer to our guide on the top snorkeling and diving spots in Phu Quoc.
Additionally, we offer a unique service that provides clients with a briefing on water conditions (wave level, wave direction, current…) 5-7 days prior to their departure. This allows for the opportunity to adjust or modify plans as necessary.
You will not find yourself on overcrowded tourist beaches, where speedboats zip perilously close or where the atmosphere is dominated by large wooden boats transporting 50 to 100 passengers. Instead, you will be guided to exclusive and hidden snorkeling locations, enriched with vibrant coral reefs and anemones. For further information, please explore the details regarding the coral reefs of Phu Quoc Island.
Join us for an exclusive small-group multi-level professional snorkeling trip with low-reef impact standards to explore the stunning coral reefs of South or North Phu Quoc. We will ensure optimal timing based on water conditions forecasted by OnBird, coupled with a thoughtfully designed itinerary.
You will be picked up from your hotel at noon and transported to the dock for a speedboat ride to a pristine beach, where the sparkling waters will feel like your own personal paradise. Here, you can acclimate to the water before engaging in exhilarating activities at locations such as Half-Moon Reef, Northeast Coral Reef, Coral Garden, and Coral Steep—16 km off An Thoi harbor.
During this adventure, you will have the opportunity to discover the remarkable Phu Quoc Large Golden Anemone Reef, featuring the extraordinary Helmet-shaped Twin Rocky Coral and coral-covered cliffs. If you are comfortable, you can also try your hand at easy free diving.
Following the exploration of the deep waters, visitors can enjoy a captivating experience in the tranquil, shallow emerald waters ranging from 0.5 to 3 meters at Phu Quoc Coral Mountain. This location is particularly enchanting for children, who will be amazed by the opportunity to explore a unique 200-square-meter Cactus Coral Colony up close. Here, schools of reef fish swim gracefully above the coral, creating a stunning underwater spectacle.
The discovery of Phu Quoc Coral Mountain represents a significant milestone in promoting the natural beauty of Phu Quoc Island to global travelers. This remarkable snorkeling destination spans an area of 200 to 300 square meters in shallow waters and is distinguished by its well-preserved coral ecosystem, which remains in excellent health.
A travel blogger couple from the UK recently joined us for a private tour that had been customized beyond the standard itinerary. You can view their experience in the following video:
Sometime at Coral Mountain, we could meet a lot of blue reef fish as they find here safe shelter as the fringing reef embraced by the island. One of the advantages of the reef that most clients will be falling in love with it is the calm water here, embraced by the island, the reef is protected from season winds.
If the salty sea has left you parched, this specially curated itinerary offers an opportunity to quench your thirst in a serene island setting, free from crowds and the hustle of large wooden boats or speedboats. Here, you can recline on a sunbathing chair at a beach bar nestled among coconut trees, greeted with a refreshing cocktail as you relax and await the sunset. As the sky transitions to a stunning shade of red during twilight, you can immerse yourself in the tranquil and romantic atmosphere. Does this not sound idyllic?
If you are looking for snorkeling with kids for your family, please make reference to this dedicated kid-friendly snorkeling trip.
High-quality Equipment Provided On Professional Marine Life Discovery Snorkeling
OnBird distinguishes itself from typical amateur or self-guided snorkeling experiences by providing the highest quality snorkeling equipment available on the island. Our offerings include an anti-fog snorkeling mask, with options for prescription lenses catering to individuals with myopia ranging from -2 to -10 diopters, as well as a low-volume mask designed for smaller facial features. Additionally, we provide semi-dry snorkels suited for experienced snorkelers and divers, along with specialized snorkeling fins, which are essential gear for open-water experiences.
All equipment is thoroughly sanitized to meet high hygiene standards. However, please note that OnBird does not store our equipment on the boat. The prices for our equipment are available on our diving and snorkeling shop website, allowing you to assess the value of our offerings.