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HomePlacesQuang NgaiLy Son Island
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Ly Son Island

Quang Ngai 104m⚡ Easy
Best Time
March to August
Difficulty
Easy
Safety
★★★★★
Solo Friendly
Family
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About Ly Son Island

Lý Sơn Island is a spectacular volcanic district in Quảng Ngãi Province, consisting of three main islets formed by ancient volcanic eruptions. Celebrated as the "Kingdom of Garlic" due to its unique soil-cultivated single-clove garlic, the island features dramatic volcanic cliffs, black basalt formations, and crystal-clear waters. It is a stunning, offbeat paradise for nature lovers and adventurers.

💡Why Visit?

Climb volcanic craters, stand on the basalt Arch Gate (To Vo), and taste rare single-clove garlic.

Best For
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Languages
Vietnamese
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Quick Facts

RegionQuang Ngai
CountryVietnam
Altitude104m
DifficultyEasy
Solo Friendly✅ Yes
Family✅ Yes
Budget Stay₫180,000*/night
Budget Food₫110,000*/day
PermitNot Required
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Activities

Visit To Vo Arch Gate

Best at sunset or sunrise

Time

1 hour

Cost

Free

Effort

Easy

Climb Thoi Loi Volcano Crater

Stunning panoramic island view

Time

2 hours

Cost

Free

Effort

Moderate

Boat ride to Be Islet (An Binh)

Includes round-trip canoe ticket

Time

Half day

Cost

₫100k*–₫150k*

Effort

Easy

🌡️ Weather & Best Time

Jun · Partly Cloudy

This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 27°C annually. Avoid travel in Sep, Oct, Nov due to heavy rainfall.

Temperature range (°C)
Jun
🌥️Partly Cloudy
🌡️
Temperature28° – 29°C
💧
Rainfall59mm
✅Good
✅Good — warm and pleasant
Quality:Best timeGoodOkayColdAvoid

⚠️ Avoid travelling in Sep, Oct, Nov due to extreme conditions.

Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo

When to Visit

💸Best Value
MarAprSep
Crowds Low Prices Low

Pleasant weather, lighter crowds — the sweet spot.

🔥Peak Season
MayJunJulAug
Crowds Medium Prices Medium

Busiest months — book stays & transport early.

🌙Off Season
OctNovDecJanFeb
Crowds Low Prices Low

Quietest window with the lowest prices.

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How to Reach

Nearest Airport
Chu Lai Airport
50 km · 1 hour road + 35 min boat
Nearest Railway Station
Quang Ngai Railway Station
25 km · 35 min road + 35 min boat
Nearest Bus Stand
Sa Ky Port
20 km · 35 minutes speedboat

Travel to Sa Ky Port (20km from Quang Ngai City), then take a 35-minute speed ferry to Ly Son Island.

Local Transport

Cab / Taxi
₫800,000* – ₫1,200,000*/day
Walking

Where to Stay

🎒 Deluxe
₫180,000*/night
  • Island homestay
  • Local motel
🏨 Premium
₫500,000*/night
  • Ocean view hotel
  • Bungalow room
✨ Luxury
₫1,300,000*/night
  • Ly Son Pearl Island Hotel
  • Luxury sea resort room
⛺ Camping available · ₫120,000*/night

Local Cuisine

⭐ Ly Son Garlic Saladlocal
⭐ King Crab (Huynh De)restaurant
Seaweed Salad (Goi Rong Nho)local

Travel Tips

  • Rent a scooter to ride up the path of Thoi Loi mountain for incredible views.
  • Visit in January/February to see the garlic fields in their lush green state.
  • Take an early morning canoe to Be Islet to enjoy its white sand volcanic cove in peace.
Things to carry
Sun protection (sunscreen, hat)Swimwear and snorkeling maskCash in VND
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