Red dunes of Mui Ne. A piece of desert at a surf resort: white and red dunes in Mui Ne. When to go to Mui Ne: seasons and weather by month

While on vacation in Vietnam, and specifically in Mui Ne (not far from Phan Thiet), we were looking for something interesting to see that was nearby, without long journeys. Unfortunately, all excursions there involve long journeys by bus.

There are very few attractions in Mui Ne, and one of them is Reds Sand Dunes(Red Dunes).

Its visit is often included in a package with other excursions. But then it will look like this:

I advise you to visit the Red Dunes on your own - by bus or taxi.

The entrance is free.

At first the view is quite simple. But, then rising higher and higher, we find ourselves in the real Sand Dunes. I think everyone knows that it is almost impossible to convey the entire scale, the entire panorama in photographs. beautiful scenery. But I’ll show you as much as I can))

Fancy sand drawings:

Why go there? To admire a small piece of desert. Walk along the Dunes with yellow-orange sand. Unusual landscape! Everyone is accustomed to snowy landscapes, or the sea with palm trees, but here... there is only sand)) By the way, depending on the sunlight, the sand changes its brightness: from light yellow to deep orange.

On the Dunes, local residents have organized their own simple business - they offer tourists skiing on sheets of sand from the sandy mountain. You will have to pay for the rental of the sheet itself (there are plastic ones, there are plywood ones) and the services of a woman who will rub the sheet for smoothness and help you roll down. Well, in my opinion, it’s complete nonsense. The sheet rolls poorly, there is no speed, and then all the clothes are clogged with sand! There were no emotions. There were emotions when we were riding cable car V Krasnaya Polyana. And in winter, it’s fun and free to ride on any slide. Therefore, I cannot recommend this type of entertainment.

It’s just nice to take a walk on the Dunes and take beautiful photographs as a souvenir.

What to take with you: sunglasses, a bottle of water, and most importantly, a camera. Photos against the backdrop of orange sands look amazing)) Girls must have a hair tie, as there is strong wind in the Dunes. Shoes – flip flops or sandals (light and comfortable).

Today we will take a look at two famous natural attractions of the Vietnamese village of Mui Ne (or Mui Ne, or Mui ne).

We start with the red sand dunes, which are located right next to Mui Ne, literally a 10-minute ride by taxi or moped (10 km). It is recommended to come there at sunset, because the already red sand begins to shimmer with orange colors.
This is true:

Here is the sunset and the people waiting for it. But due to its proximity to the village, there are a lot of people there, especially at sunset.

The attraction is free. But on the sands themselves, the cunning Vietnamese came up with an attraction - riding from the dunes on sheets of plastic (or something similar). And they climb into your frame with their sheets of paper:

People seem to be standing at the crater of a volcano. Great, right?:

And be sure to take a photo from a quadcopter. Height is about 200 meters. Red dunes from above:

Over there - Mui Ne and the beaches:

In general, sand can be both pink and orange at the same time, depending on the lighting.

People on the tops of the sands:

Red Dunes Point on Google Map

And this is a photo comparison of Red Dunes and White Dunes. The red sand is bright orange and very fine. Plus the wind adds to the fun - sand is everywhere. Both in the mouth and in the most secluded places. Walking along it is also quite difficult, you drown. In the White Dunes the sand is coarser and it’s easier to move around, and all secluded places remain secluded))):

The drive to the White Dunes (Whate sand dunes or Đồi cát bay) is much further (30 kilometers from the village). It is recommended to go there at dawn to capture stunning views. But we couldn’t get up at 4 am, raise the baby and rush to the Dunes. That’s why we also saw the white dunes at sunset:

I walk along the sands with my little ones behind me:

Here, the cunning Vietnamese came up with another entertainment - quad biking. And yes, these dunes are quite large. The territory is huge. And it takes about an hour to walk to the beautiful peaks from the parking lot. We decided to take an open UAZ. For three adults and two infants the cost was 600,000 dong. He takes us to the most interesting places, leaves it for 20 minutes, then picks it up. An ATV costs 500 - 700,000 VND per person. Well, or whatever you bargain.

They also race ATVs from the tops. very scary:

There are really few people, or they are not so crowded over a large area of dunes. Therefore, you can arrange different photo sessions:

There is a lake in the sand there. It should probably have lotuses, according to the guidebooks on the Internet. In our time (December - January) no lotuses were observed:

Well, white dunes from a quadcopter:

My favorite shot:

Circles are tracks from ATVs:

Small dots are people:

Dunes:

More beautiful dunes.

Mui Ne and Phan Thiet are some of the most popular resorts for holidays in Vietnam. There was a separate article about these towns. Be sure to read it so as not to make a fatal mistake when choosing a place to holiday in Vietnam:

And this article is about what to see in the vicinity of Mui Ne (Phan Thiet), if fate has decided to take you to the south of Vietnam.

I have already written about, which are literally five kilometers from the resort, and today an article is about another attraction of Vietnam - the White Dunes of Mui Ne. They differ from the red ones in the color of the sand, they are located much further from Mui Ne, but, in my opinion, they are much more spectacular.

White dunes are hills of white sand about 70-80 meters high and about 10 km in area. Are located quite far from resort area Phan Thiet (35 km away) is therefore not as popular as the red dunes.

If you have already decided to get out into the desert, then it is better to spend an extra two hours and go not only to the red, but also to the white sands. There are almost no people there, and the area of sand formations is quite large. You get the feeling that you are in the Sahara, and not in the south of Vietnam.

You have to climb on your haunches using your legs and arms

From the bike parking lot to the White Dunes you need to walk about 10-15 minutes.

On the way we admire Lotus Lake

You can rent a quad bike and ride it down the hills.

I really liked the White Dunes of Phan Thiet. I have long wanted to see the desert again, and my wish finally came true in Vietnam. I'm lying on the sand, having fun:

It is important to know:

1. If you enter the White Dunes in the place where the signs on the road lead (from the south of the sand massif), then there is an entrance fee - 20,000 dong for two. You can park your bike there.

2. During the day the sand is hot, it is better to cover your body. Long pants and an off-the-shoulder T-shirt work better than a swimsuit.

3. Be sure to take a hat, sunscreen, glasses and a bottle of water.

White Dunes of Mui Ne, how to get there?

Type White Sand Dunes Muine into Google and it will immediately give you the location. The white dunes are located 35 km from the center of Mui Ne. You need to go towards the fishing village and further north along the coast.

There is no public transport, but you can buy a tour in the resort area. The most convenient way to get there is by bike. The round trip takes a little over an hour. First we drive along the highway along the sea

Road to the White Dunes along the coast

If you are in Mui Ne for kitesurfing, you can take a kite with you. Somewhere in the middle of the way to the white dunes you can go to the beach, many people go skiing there

Part of the way (a couple of kilometers) will need to be driven along the sand along Lotus Lake.

Dry streams to the right and left

On the way we pass a cemetery

Part of the road runs along the sand along Lotus Lake

Near Lotus Lake, locals live in a hut made of boards

Life of poor Vietnamese

In the next article I will tell you about the resort of Mui Ne and Phan Thiet in southern Vietnam. Finally, a video where I’m wearing a strange headdress, but without sunstroke. Please be understanding :)

But throughout South-East Asia, thanks to the unique local climate.

The configuration of the wind rose and underwater currents here is such that it leads to the appearance of strong wind, constantly blowing towards the coast. This wind produces stable and high waves, which are highly prized and.

Also, the unceasing wind in Mui Ne created unique natural formations: Red and White Dunes. Tons of sand have been blown away for thousands of years local beaches and settled on several sections of the coast, gradually forming two local deserts with high dunes.

Interesting! They look so atypical and amazing among the local jungle vegetation that people who get there for the first time get the impression that they have found themselves in the Sahara or the Gobi Desert.

How to get there, how much it will cost and what to expect from such a trip in general is described in detail in this article.

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Red Dunes

These dunes have several names: red, pink, gold, orange, yellow and even sunny. But on maps, tourist brochures and guidebooks they are designated as red. They occupy a smaller area than the white dunes, but are no less beautiful.

It is worth noting that in fact the local sands are not red at all, but rather orange or deep yellow. But at dawn or dusk, for half an hour they acquire a bright crimson hue, which can amaze even a person indifferent to natural beauty.

In addition to walking among the dunes, tourists can entertain themselves skating with sand mountains . Props for such a trip in the form of linoleum-lined sleighs or basins can be rented from local children who come here every day to have fun.

The rental fee for “sports equipment” is modest and amounts to only a couple of thousand dong or 0.5-1 $ dollars. Although small “renters” may persistently demand a larger amount.

Important! While riding or taking photographs, it is not recommended to leave valuables under the supervision of local children, as they are capable of stealing them from a gullible tourist.

There are several nearby dunes on the city side, and you can also use a toilet or secure parking (the latter factor is especially important for owners of rented bikes).

Where are they located?

The Red Dunes are located in the northeast of Mui Ne, just 3.5 km from the city center, just off the largest suburban street (motorway): Vo Nguyen Giap. To get there, just cross this road.

How to get there?

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You can get there from Mui Ne by rented bike, bicycle, bicycle taxi, on normal Taxi or on a regular city line on the bus, which every 20 minutes runs between Phan Thiet and Mui Ne. If you don’t want to spend money on renting equipment or paying for transportation services, then you can simply walk. The path from the village center to the dunes will take only half an hour of leisurely walking.

You can get there from Phan Thiet by city bus or rented motorbike. You need to drive along Vo Nguyen Giap Street. It starts in the city center and ends at the eastern side of the dunes.

Note! When ordering an excursion, the tour operator will provide transfer from the customer’s hotel. In any hotel or from local travel agencies, as well as from entrepreneurs throughout Mui Ne and Phan Thiet, you can rent a jeep with a driver for 4-5 seats, which for $27-40 will take you around the Red and White Dunes during a comprehensive tour.

Cost of visit

The cost of visiting is completely free. You will only have to pay for the journey, and only if you are too lazy to walk there.

Reference! In order to fully enjoy the beauty of this place and take beautiful pictures, you should visit it during sunset. But it is recommended to arrive there at least half an hour before sunset and take a secluded place somewhere on the northern edge of the dunes. Otherwise, hundreds of other tourists taking pictures will get into the frame. You can still get there before sunrise, but then the color of the sand will be golden, not crimson.

White Dunes

White dunes are the most famous landmark of Mui Ne and perhaps the entire province, mainly because their landscape is almost identical to that of the Sahara.

The small desert occupies a fairly large area and has length more than 10 km, and is also located far from the resort area of Mui Ne. Therefore, here you will not find crowds of tourists with cameras that spoil the frame.

Important! Most of them are traveling on their own transport, who, due to inexperience, do not reach the White Dunes at all, mistaking for them ordinary sand formations along the way. To get to full-fledged white dunes you need to drive more than 30 km.

If you don’t want to walk around this area, you can photograph the dunes from the road, which also offers a magnificent view of nature. But to get more experience, it is recommended take a walk deep into the miniature desert to be amazed by the contrast compared to the usual ever-green and lush nature of Vietnam.

Also, in remote corners of the desert you can take plenty of photographs without unnecessary attention from other tourists.

Note! As with the Red Dunes, it's best to visit before sunset or at dawn, when the sand turns unusual colors.

Experienced tourists who have been there and local guides, It is recommended to leave rented vehicles in paid parking lots, which are located in the southern part of the dunes. Otherwise, the vehicle can be found with a flat tire or some kind of hooligan behavior. Thus, paid parking with the help of locals “teach a lesson” to thrifty tourists.

Entrance to the parking lot costs about 20,000 VND ($1).

The small rental station on the southern part of the dunes houses several cafes and travel agency offices. Here you can rent an ATV, enduro bike or even a buggy to ride on the sand dunes.

The cost of riding a 20-minute ride on a small ATV is from 200,000 VND ($17), on a large one – from 400,000. If there is no special excitement at the rental station, then you can bargain with the renter, bringing down the price, or ask for a discount if you stay for a longer period. rental time.

Not far from the rental station there is one of "lotus" lakes, which is also definitely worth a look on occasion.

Where are they located?

White Dunes are located on northeast of Mui Ne, 30 km from the village. Therefore, you won’t be able to get there on foot or take a cheap bus, as is the case with the Red Dunes.

How to get there?

There is one highway leading to the White Dunes from Mui Ne along the coast. If you plan to go there on your own, then during the trip you need to use a navigator or a map of the area purchased at any local gas station.

Unaware people may not get to the dunes at all, mistaking them for ordinary sand hills that can be seen from the highway. To get to the White Dunes, you need to be in a certain place Turn right off the highway onto a dirt road that leads to the rental base.

You can also take advantage of a $10 excursion in a Minivan or a $30 trip from Mui Ne in an open-top jeep. In the latter case, the SUV will roll passengers along the dunes for a couple of hours.

Cost of visit

Access to the dunes is completely free, but you will have to pay for parking at the rental base.

Reference! All coastline along the White Dunes consists of tens of kilometers of wild sandy beaches, where usually not a single living soul is found. This perfect place For wild holiday far from civilization or nudism.

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Mui Ne is small fishing village in South Vietnam. The resort attracts tourists clean beach, pleasant winds that allow you to exercise aquatic species sports, and attractions. Worth seeing The places in Mui Ne are the red and white dunes, lotus lake and red canyon. We will talk about them in our article.

Just outside the village of Mui Ne, if you drive along the main road, the Red Dunes (doi hong) begin. You can get to them by taxi (it’s only 5 km) or by city buses No. 1 and No. 9.

If you have never been to the desert, the view will blow your mind. During the day, the majestic sands take on different colors: in the morning they are pink, in the afternoon they are orange or yellow, depending on the presence of clouds, and in the evening they turn purple.

But, firstly, there are too many people here at this time, and secondly, when agreeing to an evening excursion, you need to be careful with the conductor or guide so that he does not lead you into the thick of it. It is very hot here during the day.

The sandy hills of the Red Dunes reach a height of 50 meters and constantly change their shape due to the wind. Local kids are scurrying around everywhere, obsessively offering to ride on improvised plastic sleighs along the dunes for “only” 100 thousand dong. Be sure to bargain, and the children will reduce the price by half or more. The entertainment is exciting, and if you loved sledding down a hill as a child, you will definitely enjoy it. Lie on your stomach on the plastic band, push off, and race at high speed down the sand hill.

Everyone who travels to the White Dunes makes a stop at the Red Canyon.

It can be seen from afar, an unearthly landscape - a combination of bright red clay sand and green vegetation that makes its way here and there, impossible to miss. Everyone loves to take pictures against the backdrop of this Martian landscape with cacti, and walking below, you can imagine yourself on another planet.

From the top of the Red Canyon there is a wonderful view of the sea and the village.

If you continue driving from Mui Ne along the main road, then after 24 kilometers the territory of the White Dunes (doi cat trang) begins. Their total length more than ten kilometers, and they are truly impressive with their size and shining whiteness.

There are almost no tourists here, only special excursions traveling in open jeeps, and a few individuals who come on bikes. This place seems to have been created in order to experience the depth and loneliness of the desert. And the photographs against the backdrop of the dunes are simply stunning.

Entrance to the White Dunes is paid and free. Each has its own pros and cons.

Free entrance It is not equipped, and it is risky to leave your vehicle here; you can puncture your tires or twist a wheel.
The paid entrance is equipped with food tents, parking and is located to the south. For 200 thousand dong you can park your motorcycle there and not be afraid for it. At the entrance you can buy a tour of the dunes on ATVs, it will cost from 200 to 400 thousand dong, depending on how you bargain.

A little lower and deeper there is a lake.

Hidden among the white majestic hills blue Lake, all covered with lotuses. This pleasant, cool place in the sand is especially beautiful when the pink lotuses, each up to 35 cm in diameter, bloom.

You can take a boat ride on the lake, but for this you need to negotiate with local residents.

Wear a hat to protect your ears and nose from sand.
Wear goggles designed for skiing and snowboarding to protect your eyes from small particles of sand and dust.
Place your photographic equipment in a protective case or use cheap soap dishes. Small particles rising from the wind cause cameras to become unusable.
Take a bottle of water with you, there are merchants at the entrance, but their prices are very high.
Wear trekking sandals or comfortable closed shoes. You can walk barefoot in the desert only in the morning and late evening, when the temperature of the sand drops.

The surrounding area of Mui Ne is worth a visit. It is quite possible to see both the Red Dunes with a canyon and the White Dunes with a lotus lake in one day. You can come here on your own, or by booking an excursion, for example, by jeep or other type of transport. The main thing is to prepare well, put on comfortable clothes and shoes, as well as take some water, and, of course, a camera to capture these extraordinary colorful desert landscapes.

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