Phu Quoc Trekking Tour: Tien Son Dinh Peak & Trails

Climb to the ridge of Tien Son Dinh and look out over the island's forest canopy.

A full-day trek through Phu Quoc's southern mountains to Tien Son Dinh, a small range with towering peaks and dense forest. Your local guide leads you up the trails with climbing tools provided, shares knowledge of the area's plants and wildlife, and brings lunch to eat at the summit. Hotel pickup starts in Duong Dong and the day runs six hours.

Step-by-step itinerary

Trekking and exploring Phu Quoc Island

• Hotel lobby pickup in Dương Đông
• Trek to Tiên Sơn Đỉnh mountain
• Admire panoramic mountain views
• Return transfer from Ham Ninh to hotel

The experience

The trek begins with pickup at your hotel in Duong Dong, the central town on Phu Quoc's coast. Your guide meets you there and drives to the trailhead near Ham Ninh, on the island's southern edge. The route climbs through lush forest toward Tien Son Dinh's peaks, where the terrain opens into views across the island. Climbing tools are provided. The guide handles the technical parts and points out the flora and fauna as you move upward.

At the summit, you stop to eat lunch and rest. The guide shares details about the mountain's history and the ecosystem around you: what grows here, what animals live in the forest below. The physical demand is real: six hours of trekking with elevation gain, but the pace is set by the group and the guide adjusts for fitness levels. After the descent, your guide drives you back to your hotel in Ham Ninh to finish the day.

What’s included

• Climbing tools.
• lunch at the summit.
• English-speaking local guide.
• hotel pickup and return transport from Duong Dong.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (6 and older) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Vietnamese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Authentic Travel Ho Chi Minh

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, so you get full commentary on the mountain's ecology and history as you climb. This works for anyone comfortable with six hours of steady trekking and elevation gain, with the guide setting a pace that fits the group.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Vietnamese.

What's the terrain like on the trek up Tien Son Dinh?

The trail climbs through lush forest with towering peaks ahead. It's rugged mountain terrain with elevation gain, and the guide uses climbing tools to help navigate the steeper sections safely.

Does the tour include meals?

Lunch is included and eaten at the summit after the climb. Bring water and snacks if you prefer them. The guide carries the main meal.

How far is it from my hotel to the trailhead?

Pickup happens at your hotel in Duong Dong. If your hotel is outside the downtown area, there's a $9 additional fee for the extended pickup and drop-off.

Is this trek suitable for someone who's never hiked before?

The tour is suitable for all fitness levels, though it does involve six hours of physical activity and climbing. The guide adjusts the pace to the group and uses tools to make steep sections safer.