8 must-visit tourist destinations in Ninh Thuan

When traveling to the sun-drenched Central Coast of Vietnam, few can resist Nha Trang, Phu Yen, etc. - places with eye-catching beaches and wonderful natural scenery. However nearby, Ninh Thuan is also a destination that travel enthusiasts should visit at least once. Not only home to sacred Cham towers and remnants of a distinct culture, Ninh Thuan's tourist attractions also impress with their pristine natural landscapes and vast, breathtaking scenery.

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1. Po Klong Garai Tower

Address: Bac Ai, Trau Hill, Do Vinh Ward, Phan Rang - Thap Cham

Po Klong Garai Tower is one of Ninh Thuan's most famous tourist attractions. It was certified as a national heritage site in 1979, attracting many spiritual tourists and visitors eager to explore Sa Huynh culture.

The entire tower complex consists of three main structures: the Gate Tower, Fire Tower, and Main Tower, built in characteristic Brahmin architecture, worshipping the great King Po Klong Garai. These 14th-century towers are made entirely of durable red bricks and resin, covered with moss, creating an appearance that is both ancient and mysterious.

Here, you can take photos right outside the Gate Tower. If you want photos with fewer people, move deeper to the Main Tower! The perfect combination of ancient Cham towers and brilliant sunlight will produce memorable photographs. However, you should only take pictures outside the towers - don't climb or enter inside the towers, where entry is prohibited!

2. Da Vach Cape

Address: Vinh Hy Bay, Ninh Hai District, Ninh Thuan

Even if you've never been there, surely every traveler has heard of Vinh Hy Bay's reputation - one of Vietnam's most beautiful bays. And within it, travel enthusiasts will recommend you visit Da Vach Cape, a place with the bay's most outstanding natural "architecture."

Da Vach Cape consists of 4,500 meters of towering cliffs extending to the sea's edge. Above these 30-meter cliffs is pristine ancient forest, below are boulders and calm ocean waters. After hundreds of years of erosion by seawater, the cliff surfaces have been carved into many strange patterns.

At Da Vach Cape, you can camp on the beach, snorkel to view coral, swim freely, and check-in comfortably with little interruption. If you enjoy adventure travel, prepare equipment for trekking from the fishing village to Da Vach cliff! This is one of Ninh Thuan's most "premium" adventurous coastal routes. At night, you can rent a boat to drift near the rocky shore, fishing while listening to music and watching the moonrise.

3. Hang Rai (Otter Cave)

Location: Vinh Hy Bay, Vinh Hai Commune, Ninh Thuan

Satisfying the desire to check-in at a beautiful beach that's still relatively undiscovered, Hang Rai - a Ninh Thuan tourist destination - will make you want to stay forever after just one visit. This coastline includes many low rock formations and extended rock caves, creating a rare poetic landscape.

When visiting Hang Rai, you should choose early morning or sunset to witness the sun at its most brilliant. This is also the perfect time for taking mesmerizing "Instagram-worthy" photos.
Additionally, the low eroded rocks form many natural pools containing crystal-clear seawater. Choose a cute bikini for a check-in here!

Another exciting activity is observing sea turtles and rare coral reefs at Hang Rai. Afterward, you can visit Ba Moi vineyard to tour, taste Ninh Thuan's famously sweet grapes, and buy some as gifts for loved ones.

4. An Hoa Sheep Field

Address: An Hoa Village, Xuan Hai Commune, Ninh Thuan

Are you fascinated by Den Vau's "Tron Tim" music video and want a nomadic-style photo shoot? Then An Hoa Sheep Field is the ideal destination to fulfill that wish. With the largest scale in Ninh Thuan, An Hoa Sheep Field is both peaceful and has enough "chill" vibes and cute sheep that you need.

The scenery at An Hoa sheep hill resembles nomadic regions untouched by modernity: just endless green grasslands stretching to the horizon, dotted with scattered ancient trees and stretching shrubs, white dirt roads, and sparse nomadic houses. To experience true bohemian life, you can ask to stay with local residents.

Then in the early morning, you can join locals herding sheep and take the opportunity to pose for vintage-style photos. Later, from about 4 PM to 7 PM, take time to eat and gather with locals around an outdoor bonfire!

5. Nai Lagoon

Address: Khanh Hai Town, Ninh Hai District, Ninh Thuan

Located right in Ninh Thuan's central town, Nai Lagoon is a quite serene location. This saltwater lagoon is surrounded by many mountains and mangrove forests, with colorful small boats floating on the calm water surface.
Here, we can walk along Nai Lagoon's seafood market and the long embankments to find the best check-in spots. 

After enjoying the coastal town's atmosphere, continue to the ancient Kim Son Pagoda - a famous sacred check-in location in Ninh Thuan. Da Chong Mountain and Hon Tinh will be perfect backgrounds for photos whether you capture them from a distance or explore them up close.

Besides beautiful nature and peaceful atmosphere, Nai Lagoon also features the beautiful Tri Thuy Bridge, which has existed alongside local residents for many years. From Tri Thuy Bridge, you'll also get many "lifetime" photos, so don't miss this place!

6. Nam Cuong Sand Dunes

Address: Tuan Tu Village, An Hai Commune, Ninh Thuan

Not only Binh Thuan, Mui Ne, or Quang Binh have sand dunes; Ninh Thuan also has a location with white sand stretching to the horizon, the beautiful Nam Cuong sand dunes. Located between the East Sea, villages, vineyards, and fields, Nam Cuong is like a giant gem that travel enthusiasts who visit Ninh Thuan cannot miss.

At Nam Cuong, you can experience the famous sand sliding activity, walk on the sand, and watch the dunes change shape hourly. Additionally, watching the sunrise over Nam Cuong sand dunes is an amazing experience.
You'll also see the graceful figures of Cham girls carrying earthen vessels on their heads walking across the sand dunes. If you want to take photos in traditional dress, you should rent one in town and change beforehand.

7. Tanyoli Mongolian Village

Address: Phuoc Dinh Commune, Ninh Phuoc District, Ninh Thuan

If you want to check-in and explore nomadic life, besides An Hoa Sheep Field, head to Tanyoli Mongolian village! With white tents, wooden houses, and fields with sheep and horses, Tanyoli truly brings an authentic nomadic atmosphere to Ninh Thuan.

Here, besides taking photos at various corners of the tourist area, you can participate in other exciting activities like horseback riding, kayaking, archery, renting vehicles to visit Mui Dinh sand dunes for photos, and more.

8. Chapor Waterfall

Address: Phuoc Tan Commune, Bac Ai District, Ninh Thuan

Deep in the Bac Ai mountains, Chapor Waterfall is another attractive tourist destination in Ninh Thuan that you should visit. This waterfall is located in the wild jungle, next to a Raglai village, and is greatly loved and worshipped by locals.

At Chapor, you'll immediately feel the cool atmosphere and hear the soothing sound of water cascading down. From dozens of meters high, the crystal-clear waterfall makes one imagine a beautiful woman's flowing hair in the mountains.

Here, you can check-in on the rocks beside the waterfall, sit down to eat, and listen to Raglai people tell the legend of Chapor Waterfall. Afterward, if you're still enchanted, you can ask to stay with them and enjoy natural living with indigenous people, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Above are the hottest tourist destinations in Ninh Thuan today. If you want to explore a beautiful sunny and windy land with diverse landscapes from forests to beaches to sand dunes, why not visit Ninh Thuan right away? From March to August each year is the most suitable time to travel there.

For an unforgettable experience exploring these breathtaking Ninh Thuan destinations, contact Ama Journey to arrange your personalized tour. Our local expertise will ensure you discover the hidden gems of this beautiful region while enjoying comfortable, hassle-free travel tailored to your preferences.

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