| Setting | a bay surrounded by mountains on the east, west and north; the entrance faces south |
|---|---|
| Peak | Nui Chua, 1,040 m, to the west |
| Stream | the Lo O stream runs all year into the bay |
| Recognition | ranked as a national scenic site on 7 January 2020 by Decision 44/QD-BVHTTDL |
| Distance | about 43 km from Cam Ranh to the south, via provincial road 702 |
Vinh Hy Bay: Vietnam’s Coastal Hidden Gem
Vinh Hy Bay is situated on the rocky coastline of Ninh Thuan Province is a bay on Vietnam’s south-central coast. Between spectacular Nui Chua National Park and the deep blue waters of the South China Sea it is rarely do you find a place that is so mountainous, so picturesque, and so tranquil. The breathtaking bay, with all its dramatic scenery and colorful life is surrounded by many quiet fishing villages.
It offers a unique setting that makes it one of four bays recognized as among the most beautiful in Vietnam along with Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay, and Lang Co Bay – Vinh Hy Bay has stunning turquoise water, limestone cliffs, beautiful roads (with lots of opportunities for photos), long sandy beaches, and green hills. Vinh Hy is only 55 kms from Cam Ranh Airport and 42 kms from Phan Rang and Thap Cham.
The trip to Vinh Hy is also part of the adventure – while the inland part is very short, the last part is some of the best coastline cruise you will experience beyond the Adriatic and Sardinian coast – the road snakes down the coast and you are treated to a gorgeous view of coves and panoramas; another great place for photographs.
Vinh Hy Bay is a great place for those who love nature, photographers, and eco-tourists. Diving or snorkelling among colourful coral reefs, kayaking in calm water, hiking in the steep terrain of Nui Chua and visiting the floating fishing villages and eating fresh seafood or eating lunch in a floating restaurant.
Amanoi sits in the middle of this peaceful Bay on a hillside to take in the panoramic views of the Bay and hills filled with trees. Amanoi received a commendation of being among the top new hotels in the world by Condé Nest Traveler. Resort amenities include elevated infinity pools, spa options, and private beach access.
Further afield, visitors can visit Rai Cave, Thai An Vineyard, and more tracts in the Nui Chua National Park which rounds this area as a place for both relaxation and adventure combined with a little cultural awareness.
The bay
Vietnamese Wikipedia describes Vinh Hy as a bay with mountains on three sides and its mouth to the south. Nui Chua peak, 1,040 meters high, stands to the west, and the Lo O stream flows into the bay all year. The sea is calm, which makes it a safe shelter for boats in storms, and it holds groupers, snapper, mackerel, tuna, shrimp, crabs and squid. The ministry of culture, sports and tourism ranked it a national scenic site on 7 January 2020. We have not verified the older text’s snorkeling, hiking and village details, so check them before you go.
Sources (read in Vietnamese, Vietnamese Wikipedia): Vĩnh Hy. Last checked November 2026.
Vinh Hy Bay: FAQ
Where is Vinh Hy Bay?
On the south-central coast in Ninh Thuan area, reached by provincial road 702.
How high is Nui Chua?
1,040 meters, west of the bay.
When was Vinh Hy named a national scenic site?
On 7 January 2020.
Why is the bay calm?
Mountains surround it on three sides, with its mouth to the south.
How many days do you need at Vinh Hy?
One night as a stop on the coast.