Backpacking through Vietnam will take you through many unique places, and Mui Ne is one of those magnificent places you should not miss. Mui Ne is located on the southern coast of Vietnam, and while the sea may not be as blue as in other parts of Asia, the waves are much bluer. Mui Ne is also known as one of the best places for surfing in Vietnam, with kite surfing, windsurfing, and stand-up paddling available. But it is not only the waves that make Mui Ne a must-see destination for backpacking adventures in Vietnam. Mui Ne also offers the city’s yellow and red sand dunes that flow into the Fairy Stream. Interested in Mui Ne? Then read more about this beautiful place!

1) Rent a Scooter in Mui NE

In Mui Ne, you can rent a scooter wherever you sleep in the famous backpackers’ resorts and real luxury hotels. You can rent quad bikes at Mui Ne’s famous yellow dunes, and sandboarding at the red dunes, where you can search for the mysterious Fairy Stream. Renting a scooter is more fun than a tour because you have more freedom and can decide if you want to stay longer in a certain place. So do it, rent a scooter!” And. It is often possible to do this at an affordable price.

2) The Red Dunes of Mui NE

Leaving Mui Ne and continuing on the highway, you will eventually arrive at the Mui Ne Red Sand Dunes. Upon exiting, you will soon find yourself surrounded by kids trying to rent sandboards. Of course, it’s up to you whether or not you want to rent one. But our advice is that they will continue to follow you if you don’t make it clear. The red sand dunes of Mui Ne are said to be most beautiful at sunrise and sunset, so if you have the chance to go at those times, do it.

3) Mui NE Yellow Sand

A short drive from the red dunes, you will reach the yellow dunes of Mui Ne a few kilometers later. Sandboarding is not allowed, but you can rent a quad bike. By the way, the Vietnamese sun, which sometimes seems to reflect off the golden sand, is fierce, so bring sunglasses and a hat.

4) Fairybrook

In Mui Ne, take a scooter ride to where you see the red letters “Fairy Brook” and “Suoi Tien”. There is a magical river, so it’s time to get off the bike. Also, the sunrise and sunset are the most beautiful, and the yellow sand dunes that seem to join the red dunes are like something out of a fairy tale.

5) Enjoy Surfing and Sailing in Mui NE

Whether you like windsurfing or kitesurfing, stand-up paddling, or sailing, it seems that every surfer and sailor can go to Mui Ne. A surf school on the beach offers lessons and board rentals.

6) From Mui Ne to Phan Thiet

Resorts are springing up one after another, where you can spend your evenings in luxury and your afternoons lounging under the palm trees. Spend the day in a true tourist paradise. Then head to Phan Thiet for a night or two.

7) Fishing Port

If you rent a scooter, stop by the fishing port to watch the yachts while eating a báinh mì (sandwich). You will pass by here on your way to the dunes of Mui Ne.

Practical Tips for Mui Ne

Book a Hostel or Hotel in Mui NE

If you are backpacking through Vietnam, hotels and hostels are easy to find, and people often take buses to take you to your accommodation, but if you want to make arrangements in advance, check out trivago.nl. Here you can easily compare prices for all kinds of hotels. Want to check out the best hotels right away? Then look at the following accommodations:

• Backpackers’ Resorts (for those who want to meet lots of people and party)
• Eva Hut (very cheap place in Mui Ne)
• Mui Ne Hills Budget Hotel (both dormitories and private rooms can be booked)
• Many hotels in Mui Ne have swimming pools so you can relax here.