Phú Yên: Hòn Yến – The Breathtaking Scenery That Will Steal Your Heart

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Hon Yen Phu Yen, a designated national scenic spot renowned for its breathtaking and incredibly rare shallow coral reefs. Get ready to dive into our essential tips for experiencing these vibrant corals up close when the tide recedes, along with a perfectly crafted self-guided itinerary for your independent travel adventure.
Hòn Yến is a collection of attractions that draw visitors to the land of golden flowers on green grass. Beneath the clear blue sea, Hòn Yến's corals, in all their shapes and colors, look from afar like peacocks dancing to the vibrant rhythm of the ocean.

Hòn Yến is a collection of attractions that draw visitors to Phú Yên.
Phú Yên boasts over 189km of coastline, numerous lakes, bays, islands, and offshore island clusters, featuring over 300 hectares of coral reefs and more than 504 hectares of seagrass and seaweed beds, primarily concentrated in Sông Cầu Town, Đông Hòa Town, and Tuy An District. The province's wetland areas cover approximately 488,600 hectares, with bays spanning about 14,685 hectares, lagoons around 4,225 hectares, and roughly 2,000 hectares of tidal flats connected to three major river mouths. These areas provide food for marine life in the coastal waters, contributing to the rich diversity and abundance of aquatic species.
Hòn Yến Island was formed by tectonic activity, most notably volcanic eruptions, resulting in cylindrical and hexagonal basalt columns. The island is located approximately 400m from the shore and covers an area of nearly 2 hectares. The Hòn Yến complex includes Hòn Yến, Hòn Đụn, Bàn Than, Gành Yến, and Vũng Choi, forming a truly unique natural scenic landscape. The Hòn Yến coral reef complex spans about 30.2 hectares, with soft corals being predominant. Due to their close proximity, Hòn Yến and Hòn Đụn offer visitors a picturesque and romantic seaside setting.
The Hòn Yến scenic complex is located in Nhơn Hội Hamlet, An Hòa Hải Commune, Tuy An District, approximately 15km north of Tuy Hòa City. In April 2018, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism recognized it as a national scenic landscape.

Hòn Yến's cliffs feature many fascinating layers that combine to create a stunning natural landscape between the sea and sky.
Hòn Yến's cliffs feature many fascinating layers that combine to create a stunning natural landscape between the sea and sky. Hòn Yến is a geological marvel, a 70m-high cylindrical basalt island with hundreds of reddish-brown and black hexagonal rock columns running along vertical and oblique veins, formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago. Geologists believe that a phase of geological tectonic activity, similar to the one that formed Gành Đá Đĩa (Da Dia Reef), created Hòn Yến.
Visiting Hòn Yến in the early summer, when the tide recedes, travelers can stroll along a wide rocky beach that reveals a 20m-long path connecting Hòn Yến and Hòn Đụn. Beneath the clear blue sea, Hòn Yến's corals, in all their shapes and colors, look from afar like peacocks dancing to the vibrant rhythm of the ocean. Small schools of fish begin to appear, leisurely swimming among the coral reefs. With a keen eye, visitors might also spot sea cucumbers, sea urchins, and starfish clinging to these beautiful reefs. This is considered one of Vietnam's rare coral reefs.

Beneath the clear blue sea, Hòn Yến's corals display a variety of shapes and colors.
According to local residents, in ancient times, swallows (yến) frequently nested here, giving rise to the name Hòn Yến (Swallow Island). Furthermore, Hòn Yến also resembles a giant sea sail, symbolizing the local fishermen's livelihood of venturing out to sea and preserving their peaceful fishing village. Viewed from another angle, Hòn Yến looks like a spear with its sharp tip pointing upwards, embodying the characteristics of rock, water, the ocean, and the harmony of creation.
For a community tourism experience, visitors can now explore Hòn Yến and participate in activities such as: kayaking to visit the Hòn Yến complex, discovering coral areas, lobster farming zones, Gành Yến, Hòn Đụn, and Lò Chao; admiring the Hòn Yến complex from above with a hiking tour along hillside paths; visiting swallow's nest farming and fishing net weaving with local fishermen; and most importantly, enjoying the natural scenery and the rich seafood flavors prepared by the local people.

Youth volunteers launched a beach cleanup campaign to protect the Hòn Yến ecosystem areas.
Recently, a delegation from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, led by Minister Đặng Quốc Khánh, conducted a field survey of the Hòn Yến coral reef ecosystem protection area and the Gành Đá Đĩa special national scenic spot in Tuy An District, Phú Yên Province.
During this survey trip, Phú Yên provincial leaders requested the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment to provide attention, funding, and technical support for establishing the Hòn Yến Wetland Conservation Area, focusing on landscape protection. Phú Yên is currently collaborating with UNESCO Vietnam to conduct a re-survey in accordance with the 2020 Environmental Protection Law, aiming to join the Global Geoparks Network. The province has requested specific guidance from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment on this matter.
Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Đặng Quốc Khánh acknowledged the province's feedback and recommendations, urging Phú Yên to continue protecting its coastal ecosystem areas, especially the Hòn Yến coral reef complex and the Gành Đá Đĩa special national scenic spot.
Beyond Hòn Yến, visitors to Phú Yên can also explore other attractions such as:
Hòn Nưa
Hòn Nưa is shaped like a pillar dividing the entrance from the sea into Vũng Rô Bay, which is why the Đại Nam Nhất Thống Chí (Comprehensive Geography of Đại Nam) records the island's name as Tự Trụ. Nature has blessed Hòn Nưa with a smooth white sand beach, crystal-clear blue waters, vibrant coral reefs, numerous caves, and magnificent rock formations. You'll be enchanted by the rhythmic and refreshing waves lapping the shore – an image many dream of, and one you'll truly get to witness in this beautiful scene.See details

Xuân Đài Bay, Phú Yên
Xuân Đài Bay in Phú Yên, with its picturesque scenery, numerous beautiful and pristine islands and beaches, is an unmissable destination when exploring Phú Yên. Upon arrival, visitors will distinctly feel an unusual sense of tranquility. Its beauty stems from a less-traveled tourist spot, stunning landscapes, and the genuine simplicity and kindness of its local people.See details

Ô Loan Lagoon
Among these, Ô Loan Lagoon stands out as a poetic and romantic highlight, gradually becoming an unmissable check-in spot in the area. Viewed from above, the entire lagoon resembles a giant phoenix, embracing the surrounding mountain peaks. Especially at sunrise or sunset, the scenery here exudes an unusually captivating beauty.See details

Bãi Môn Beach
The coastal scenery at Bãi Môn Beach leaves many in awe: a long, smooth white sand beach curving along the coastline, crystal-clear waters reflecting the sky… all combine to create an incredibly captivating beauty.

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Update day : 19/03/2024
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