Khem Beach is a beautiful beach located in the south of Phu Quoc Island, famous for its smooth white sand, clear blue sea water and peaceful scenery. Khem Beach Phu Quoc is also known as a “resort paradise” with a system of luxury resorts, ideal for swimming, diving and enjoying local cuisine.
Overview of Khem Beach
Khem Beach Phu Quoc Kien Giang Vietnam is famous for its creamy white sand, clear emerald waters and peaceful, pristine natural scenery. Not as noisy or crowded as some other beaches, Bai Khem Beach offers a relaxing and private feeling, very suitable for relaxation or swimming.
In addition to its natural beauty, this area also has many high-end resorts such as JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay, along with coastal seafood restaurants serving visitors fresh and delicious dishes typical of the island.
Where is Khem beach located and how to get there
Khem Beach location is in the south of Phu Quoc Island, in An Thoi Ward, Kien Giang Province. This is one of the most beautiful and peaceful beaches on the island, featuring a natural crescent-shaped curve, fine white sand and clear blue water.
The beach is about 25 km from Duong Dong center and only takes a few minutes to travel from An Thoi area. Located near many famous tourist attractions Khem Beach Vietnam is an ideal destination for tourists who want to enjoy the wild beauty combined with high-class service.
From Phu Quoc airport, foreign tourists can easily get to Khem Beach by taxi, private car or motorbike, with a distance of about 18 km, equivalent to 30-45 minutes of travel. The most convenient route is to follow DT46 (Nguyen Van Cu), pass Phu Quoc Prison and turn about 4 km to reach the beach.
If you prefer flexibility, you can rent a motorbike (around 120,000–180,000 VND/day) to explore on your own, while taxis or chauffeured cars are safer and more comfortable options (from 250,000–400,000 VND/trip). Follow Khem Beach map, you can easily get there.
Additionally, many package tours also offer door-to-door pick-up and drop-off, making it easy to combine Khem Beach with other destinations in the south of the island.
Best time to visit Khem Beach
In Phu Quoc in general and Bai Khem in particular, the weather is divided into two distinct seasons – dry season and rainy season – each season has different characteristics, suitable for each type of tourism.
- From November to April (dry season): This is the most ideal time to visit Phu Quoc Khem Beach. The weather is mostly sunny, the average temperature is about 26-32°C, the air is dry, there is little rain, the sea is calm and the water is clear as jade. From December to March is the “peak” period of the tourist season, very suitable for swimming, kayaking, diving to see coral or taking outdoor photos. The evenings in this area are also quite pleasant, cool and with little strong wind, convenient for walking on the beach or eating seafood along the shore.
- From May to October (rainy season): The weather begins to appear short showers, especially from July to September there may be heavy rain and slightly rough seas. Average temperatures range from 27–30°C, with high humidity, but the rains are usually short-lived and the sun often breaks. The transitional months of May–June and October are still sunny, with clear waters and fewer tourists—suitable for those looking for quiet and cheaper prices than during peak season.
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Top activities at Khem Beach
When exploring Khem Beach, visitors can experience many interesting activities that combine relaxation and exploration of nature and local culture.
1. Swimming and relaxing on the white sand
Khem Beach is famous for its clear blue water, gentle waves and smooth white sand, very suitable for swimming or sunbathing. Visitors can bring towels, hats, sunglasses and enjoy the peaceful seascape – one of the rare places in Phu Quoc that still retains its wild beauty.
2. Diving and kayaking
The sea area near Khem Beach has many beautiful coral reefs, especially in shallow waters, very suitable for snorkeling. If you like to exercise, you can rent a kayak to explore the coastal area, both doing light exercise and sightseeing.
Lily’s Travel would like to remind you that this is a paid activity. If you book a package tour from Lil’s Travel, we can provide all services at a price that suits you. If you want to rent on your own, the prices of some services will fluctuate:
- Rent a boat or canoe to the coral reef: about 300,000–500,000 VND/person, usually including life jackets, diving masks and local guides.
- Rent a kayak: about 100,000–150,000 VND/hour, can be rented right at the beach or nearby resorts (such as JW Marriott or rental points along the coast).
3. Enjoy fresh seafood
Along the beach, there are many local restaurants and seafood shops serving specialties such as herring salad, grilled sea urchin with scallion oil, charcoal-grilled shrimp and squid, or sour grouper. Visitors can eat while watching the sea, especially in the afternoon when the sunset is very beautiful.
4. Visit Phu Quoc Prison and An Thoi Fishing Village
Just a few kilometers from Khem Beach, Phu Quoc Prison is a historical destination worth visiting to learn more about the island’s past. In addition, you can go to the nearby An Thoi fishing village to see the daily life of fishermen and buy fresh seafood to bring home.
5. Watch the sunset and walk on the beach in the evening
Late afternoon is the time when Khem Beach becomes the most romantic. You can walk along the beach, watch the sun gradually disappear behind the coconut trees, or sit at a small restaurant by the beach to feel the cool air of the night sea.
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Khem beach vs. other beaches in Phu Quoc
Phu Quoc has many large and small beaches, but if you count the famous and exploited beaches for tourism, there are about 15-20 main beaches stretching from North to South of the island. Each beach has its own unique features, from wild, quiet to vibrant, modern such as Sao Beach, Long Beach, Ganhh Dau Beach, Ong Lang Beach…
However, tourists still choose Khem Beach because of its charm. This comes from the luxury, quietness and purity of the beach. Khem Beach Phu Quoc is very suitable for tourists looking for a high-class resort space and other chareactres.
The sand is especially smooth and white
Unlike most beaches in Phu Quoc with yellow or slightly dark sand, Khem Beach has a strip of pure white sand, smooth and soft, rare on the island – this is also the origin of the name “Kem Beach”.
Peaceful and high-class atmosphere
Khem Beach is separated from the center so it is much quieter than Truong Beach or Duong Dong. This area is planned to be associated with 5-star resorts such as JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay, so the environment is clean, secure and high-class service.
Calm sea, clear blue water all year round
Due to its location in a closed bay, Bai Khem is less affected by strong winds and waves. The sea here is always clear, very suitable for bathing, swimming, kayaking or diving to see coral.
Near many famous attractions
Just a few minutes away from Phu Quoc Prison, An Thoi town and Hon Thom cable car station, visitors can easily combine many experiences in the same journey.
Natural landscape and unique architecture
This area is also famous for the unique artistic design of JW Marriott by architect Bill Bensley – becoming a “million-view” check-in point for international tourists.
Travel tips and useful information for visiting Khem Beach
When coming to Bai Khem, visitors should carefully prepare their clothes and belongings to fully enjoy the beauty of this place. Indispensable items include swimsuits, scarves, slippers, sunscreen, sunglasses and wide-brimmed hats to protect your skin from the sun.
If you plan to dive to see the coral, you should bring long-sleeved swimsuits to avoid scratches and sunburn. In addition, visitors should also limit the amount of valuable items they bring because they are difficult to keep an eye on when swimming.
In terms of food, around Bai Khem area, there are a number of local seafood restaurants such as Ngoc Hien or Bai Khem Restaurant, where you can enjoy fresh and delicious dishes typical of Phu Quoc.
However, prices here are often higher than in the center, so you should ask for the price before ordering. If you stay at high-end resorts such as JW Marriott or New World Phu Quoc, you can easily enjoy the cuisine on the premises with attentive and convenient service.
There are also a variety of activities to experience at Bai Khem. In addition to swimming, sunbathing or taking photos to check in with the blue sea and white sand, you can also join a snorkeling tour or visit An Thoi fishing village to learn about the lives of local fishermen.
If you have time, you should combine a visit to famous neighboring islands such as Hon Mong Tay, Hon Gam Ghi or Hon May Rut by canoe – this is a popular itinerary for many tourists.
Besides having fun, you also need to pay attention to ensuring safety and protecting the environment.
Do not swim too far from shore, especially when the tide is high or there is a warning from lifeguards. Avoid littering, refrain from taking coral or marine life as souvenirs, and always supervise children when swimming, as the afternoon waves can be strong.
