Ghenh Bang Reef is a hidden gem in Son Tra Peninsula (aka Monkey Mountain) in Da Nang Vietnam. To see it, visitors will need to go downhill by a difficult trail through the forests. In the weekends, many local people come here to go camping or picnic because of its calmness and nearly isolated. So now, let’s HoiAn Day Trip Company provide all information about Ghenh Bang Reef.
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Must Knows about Ghenh Bang Reef
– Location: Son Tra Peninsula, Tho Quang ward, Son Tra district, Da Nang city, Vietnam
– Name meaning:
– Other name(s): Ghenh Bang Beach
– Opening hours: 24hrs a day, 7 days a week
– Ticket price: free
– Type of beach: sandy beach, public beach
– Length: about 500 meters
– Water temperature:
– Reason(s) to visit: a hidden gem in Son Tra Peninsula, beautiful scenery, good spot to go camping
– Best time(s) to visit: early morning, late afternoon, sunny days
– Time to spend: 30-60 minutes
– Travel blog: https://hoiandaytrip.com/ghenh-bang-reef-da-nang
– Recognition(s):
– Food & drink: yes available
– Shopping: yes available
– Tour guide: contact +84968009827 (hotline/WhatsApp/line/zalo) or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com
– Reviews: Google reviews, TripAdvisor reviews
– Fact:
Ghenh Bang Reef on Map
Best Time to Visit Ghenh Bang Reef
The best time to visit the Ghenh Bang Reef in the year is the dry season, from February to the end of August. In this period, the weather is beautiful, with lots of sun and no rain. For that reason, it’s a perfect time to sightsee, sunbathe, go swimming, take pictures, and play water sports.
The worst time of the year to visit Ghenh Bang Reef is the rainy season, from September to January. The weather in these months is mostly rainy and cloudy, so it’s not really great to head over to the beach. Between October and December/January, typhoons may hit the area, causing very strong winds and waves as well as heavy rains and floods.
In December and January, generally it often rains. The heaviest rain will be in late December and early January (around Christmas, New year holidays). In late January, visitors can expect dry or sunny days to visit Ghenh Bang Reef. Check the weather forecast to choose the best days or hours!
HOIAN DAY TRIP company daily organizes tours and transfers with pick up in Da Nang. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com or browse www.hoiandaytrip.com to see tours and make a reservation. Thank you very much!
What to Expect Ghenh Bang Reef in Da Nang?
Ghenh Bang Reef is a hidden gem on the South coast of Son Tra Peninsula (also known as Monkey Mountain), Da Nang Vietnam. This place is named after the country almond trees which grow around it. The scientific name of the tree is Terminalia catappa.
To get to Ghenh Bang Reef, visitors need to go along a trail down from the coastal road Hoang Sa (read how to get to Ghenh Bang Reed for further details). After arriving, the natural scenery here is unspoiled and breath-taking. First highlight is the spectacular rocky cliff on the right hand side which has sheer sides, sharp stone formations and unique vegetations. The beach itself is mixed between sad and stones, making it different from other beaches on the same coast. In the shallow water nearby, it’s possible to see small fishes, snails, or sea plants, attracting those who love going fishing in the dry season. If want to go swimming, it’s safe to do here. During the weekend, there are some groups of young locals coming to go camping or picnic.
In the front, visitors can see Cham Islands, a UNESCO world biosphere reserve and a famous marine park in Vietnam. If looking for underwater adventures (snorkeling, diving, trekking,…), this place is the best diving spot in the area to go.
HOIAN DAY TRIP company daily organizes tours and transfers with pick up in Da Nang. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com or browse www.hoiandaytrip.com to see tours and make a reservation. Thank you very much!
Tips to Visit Ghenh Bang Reef
– During the dry season, from February to the end of August, visitors should bring sun cream, sun glasses, swimsuit, bottles of water or may be towel, books. If forget or don’t have, there is no shop at Ghenh Bang Reef to buy.
– During the rainy season, from September to January, please check the weather forecast in advance. The scenery is not really great at Ghenh Bang Reef if visit in a rainy day.
– Visitors must wear shoes if want to go to Ghenh Bang Reef.
– Usually no water sports are available in Ghenh Bang Reef.
– It’s better to visit Son Tra Peninsula with a guide. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/WhatsApp/line/zalo) or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com to book.
HOIAN DAY TRIP company daily organizes tours and transfers with pick up in Da Nang. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com or browse www.hoiandaytrip.com to see tours and make a reservation. Thank you very much!
How to Get to Ghenh Bang Reef in Da Nang
Ghenh Bang Reef is located in Son Tra Peninsula, Tho Quang ward, Son Tra district, Da Nang city, Vietnam.
Before visiting Ghenh Bang Reef, we suggest seeing the giant Lady Buddha, Linh Ung Pagoda or Dong Dinh Museum because these places are on the same road Hoang Sa.
From Da Nang city downtown or My Khe Beach, the distance to Ghenh Bang Reef is around 15 kilometers. Visitors can take a taxi, private car, or ride the motorbike to get there. If going by car, the drive is around 30 minutes. We recommend booking a roundtrip transfer, to have a return drive because of no taxis near the reef. If going by motorbike, find the quickest way to the crossroad of Le Duc Tho Street and Hoang Sa Street, and then turn right. Go along Hoang Sa Road until seeing a cafe near the entrance of Intercontinental Resort (Google maps location: 16°06’49.0″N 108°18’35.3″E). Parking lot here is 5,000-10,000 VND. From this cafe, follow the trail down to the bottom of the cliff to see Ghenh Bang Reef.
From Hoi An, the distance to Ghenh Bang Reef is around 40 kilometers. Visitors can take a taxi, private car, or ride the motorbike to get there. If going by car, the drive is around 30 minutes. We recommend booking a roundtrip transfer, to have a return drive because of no taxis near the reef. If going by motorbike, find the quickest way to the crossroad of Lac Long Quan Street and Hai Ba Trung Street. Go along the coastal road Lac Long Quan, towards the north until seeing a cafe near the entrance of Intercontinental Resort (Google maps location: 16°06’49.0″N 108°18’35.3″E). Parking lot here is 5,000-10,000 VND. From this cafe, follow the trail down to the cliff of the mountain to see Ghenh Bang Reef.
HOIAN DAY TRIP company daily organizes tours and transfers with pick up in Da Nang. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com or browse www.hoiandaytrip.com to see tours and make a reservation. Thank you very much!
Places to Visit near Ghenh Bang Reef
Near Ghenh Bang Reef, visitors can go to these places: Linh Ung Pagoda with its Lady Buddha, panoramic views), Tien Sa Beach (a lesser known, hidden white sandy beach), Dong Dinh Museum (a private museum and collection), Bai Nam Beach (a lesser-known, wide sandy beach), Son Tra Banyan Tree (the largest tree in Da Nang), Son Tra Tinh Vien (a bamboo museum), Mui Nghe (a rocky headland), Bai Bac Beach (a beautiful sandy beach inside the InterContinental Resort), Genh Bang Reef (a beautiful cove at foot of the mountain), Y Pha Nho Cemetary (Spanish and French solder’s tombs), Tho Quang Fishing Harbour & Market (lots of fishing boats with Vietnamese flags), Ho Xanh or Green Lake (good views), Tho Quang Beach, or Son Tra Langur or Red Shanked Douc (one of the most endangered primates in the world).
Photos, Videos about Ghenh Bang Reef
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