How to get there
Currently, it is quite easy to get to Ly Son island because of modern and various means of transportation nowadays. However, buses and motorbikes are chosen to get the port by many visitors, especially, the young. From the port to island, you can get ferry speed boat starting at 8:00 from Sa Ky port and it spends an hour and 20 minutes getting there. This is the only way to get island.
Please don’t forget to bring your ID because it is necessary to buy ticket. The ticket price is 115,000 VND per person and 50,000 VND for motorbike or you can leave your motorbike at the port's parking lot with only 5,000 VND per day.
Below are 3 must-see destinations in Ly Son Island you cannot miss:
Chua Hang (Hang Pagoda)
Why is it called as Chua Hang? It is located inside a natural cave in Thoi Loi Mountain, the tallest among the five mountains on the 10-square-kilometer island in the East Sea. Chua Hang not only has natural beauty but also holds religious beliefs. Furthermore, visitors can see the view of a huge yard with a range of ancient almond trees, a lotus lake and a statue of the Goddess of Mercy eying the sea.
Mount Thoi Loi
Mount Thoi Loi is a very special place which you should visit one time in your life because it is formed by volcanic eruptions. From here, you can see lots of scenic spots on Ly Son island such as Chua Hang, the National Flag Pole, the Light House, and a fresh water lake.
To Vo Gate
To Vo Gate is as extremely impressive as its name, To Vo. It is considered as one of the must-visit attractions to photographers for the imposing scenery as well as the wonderful lighting at the place. If you have a deep passion for photography, this place is a heaven for you and your friends to enjoy the awesome sunrise or sunset view.
What to eat and purchase
Known as the Kingdom of Garlic to begin with, tourists would surely want to witness and maybe even participate in the cultivation and harvest themselves. This island is most famous for its Lonely Garlic, or the single-clove garlic, which carries a gentle aroma and a slight taste of spiciness. Therefore, you can purchase the healthy garlic and seaweed as valuable souvenirs for your family and friends.
Seafood is obviously preferred by almost visitors as well. Ly Son’s seafood is famous for some kinds of fishes, snails, sea urchins (a rich source of nutrition for men) and the delicious Red Frog.