Touch the Milky Way under Con Dao’s tranquil night sky  

From April to September, Con Dao enters its best season to admire the Milky Way, when the sky is crystal clear, the stars shine brightly, and nature remains breathtakingly unspoiled. This is also an ideal time to visit Con Dao and explore its eco-tourism and wellness experiences.

Must-know Notes for visiting Con Dao this season, 2025

No burning of votive papers, no plastic items, a new high-speed ferry route, and a ban on four-wheeled electric vehicles—these are just some of the key updates travelers should know when visiting Con Dao during this upcoming tourist season.

Con Dao district effectively implements waste separation at source

Although Con Dao District does not yet have a waste treatment facility, it has successfully implemented waste separation at source (WSAS) in recent years.

Con Dao opens Sports Festival to celebrate major holidays in April and May, 2025

On April 27, Con Dao District held the opening ceremony of the Sports Festival in celebration of major national holidays taking place in April and May. Attendees included Mr. Phan Thanh Bien, Permanent Deputy Secretary and Chairman of the District People’s Council; Mr. Phan Trong Hien, Deputy Secretary and Chairman of the District People’s Committee; along with representatives from the District People’s Council, People’s Committee, Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee, government agencies, armed forces, local residents, tourists, and students.

Con Dao hosts special exhibition “One Striped Homeland” to commemorate 50 years of reunification and liberation

On the morning of April 23, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of Southern Vietnam and the Liberation of Con Dao, the Provincial Museum – Library held the opening ceremony of the special exhibition titled “Non song lien mot dai” (One Striped Homeland) in Con Dao District. The event was attended by Mr. Nguyen Minh Triet, Deputy Director of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism; local leaders of Con Dao District; representatives from agencies, armed forces, residents, and visitors.

More sea turtles expected to nest in Con Dao in 2025

Ba Ria - Vung Tau – With a favorable start to 2025, Con Dao National Park anticipates an increase in the number of sea turtles coming to nest on the island in the near future.

Nearly 11,000 tourists visit Con Dao during Hung Kings' commemoration holiday

Since the Lunar New Year, Con Dao has attracted a large number of visitors for sightseeing and relaxation. Tourists come not only to enjoy the pristine natural beauty—with crystal-clear beaches and fine white sand—but also to experience a journey of historical remembrance. During the 3-day Hung Kings' Commemoration holiday alone, the island welcomed nearly 11,000 tourist arrivals.

When the "Green Island" Speaks Up for the Environment

On March 15, in Côn Đảo, the Management Board of the project "Reducing Ocean Plastic Waste in Vietnam" (under the Vietnam Administration of Seas and Islands, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment), in collaboration with the World Wide Fund for Nature in Vietnam (WWF-Vietnam) and the Côn Đảo District Cultural - Information - Sports and Tourism Center, organized a workshop to share the "Handbook on Reducing Plastics and Managing Waste at Source, Towards a Circular Economy for Tourism Service Businesses in Côn Đảo District" (hereinafter referred to as the handbook).

Dugongs spotted swimming near the shore of Con Dao

In recent days, several videos capturing dugongs swimming close to the shore of Con Dao have been widely shared on social media. These rare and captivating scenes of dugongs gliding through the crystal-clear waters have further highlighted the natural beauty of Con Dao.

Con Dao encourages tourists to avoid purchasing from street vendors.

In response to the growing issue of street vendors operating in unauthorized areas and around dining establishments, Con Dao District has issued plans to strengthen the management of street vending and small-scale retail. Authorities are also calling on tourists to avoid purchasing food provided by street vendors.

Experience a realistic and immersive journey with the Con Dao Tourism Map

The Con Dao National Tourist Area Management Board has completed Phase 2 of the upgrade for the 360-degree Con Dao tourism map. The map now includes new destinations such as Dam Tre, Dat Tham, Bai Bang, Hon Tai, Hon Trung, Hon Tre Lon, An Son Shrine, and Phu Son Camp.

Con Dao Tourism Conference 2024

Con Dao district just held a conference to summarize the tourism sector for 2024, outline the tasks for 2025, and have a regular dialogue with businesses and investors for the fourth quarter of 2024. Attendees included: Mr. Lê Văn Phong, Secretary of the District Party Committee, Chairman of the District People's Committee; Mr. Nguyễn Anh Nhựt, Deputy Secretary of the District Party Committee; Ms. Nguyễn Thị Thu Thảo, Vice Chairwoman of the District People's Council, along with representatives from the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of the district, various agencies, armed forces units, the management board of 9 residential areas, and tourism service businesses, travel companies in the area.

A number of activities to celebrate the Anniversary of Communist Party of Vietnam and Lunar New Year 2025 in Con Dao

During the Lunar New Year 2025, numerous activities will take place in Con Dao District to celebrate the Anniversary of Communist Party of Vietnam and Lunar New Year 2025, contributing to an exciting atmosphere for the locals to enjoy the Spring Festival and celebrate Tet.

Con Dao island is one of the top 12 beautiful destinations in Vietnam

This isn't the first time that Con Dao has been recognized by foreign magazines as one of the most beautiful and alluring islands on the planet. Con Dao has gone through many ups and downs in its history, witnessing numerous remnants of war, but today it has risen to develop strongly while still preserving its heroic historical values.

Con Dao - the island ranked among the most beautiful in the world in Vietnam is set to welcome 'civilized light' with a project near 5 trillion vnd

In December 2024, the project to supply electricity from the national grid to Con Dao District will be implemented, with electricity expected to reach Con Dao by the fourth quarter of 2025.

The rare and precious Olive Ridley Turtle laid eggs on Con Dao Beach

According to information from the Con Dao National Park and Sixsenes Con Dao, around 7 AM on December 14, 2024, a mother turtle weighing about 50 kg came ashore at Dat Doc Beach in Con Dao District (Ba Ria - Vung Tau) to lay 98 eggs before heading back to the sea.

The return of the international cruise ship Le Laperouse to Con Dao in 2024

On December 18th, over 110 tourists arrived in Con Dao (Ba Ria - Vung Tau) on the international cruise ship Le Laperouse. This is the second time the ship has visited and experienced Con Dao.

"Green living festival" With Ambassador H'hen Niê

The "Green Living Festival," organized by the Department of Information and Communications of Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province in collaboration with the Con Dao District People's Committee, aims to promote environmental protection and sustainable development of the islands in Ba Ria - Vung Tau for 2024, under the theme "For a Green Sea and Island," will officially take place on December 17 in Con Dao District.

Online 3D exhibition themed "Con Dao - The Epic Tale Amidst the Vast Sea."

On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the Vietnam People's Army (22/12/1944 - 22/12/2024), in the afternoon of December 11st, at the Con Dao Museum, Con Dao District (Ba Ria-Vung Tau), the Con Dao National Monuments Conservation Center (Department of Culture and Sports of Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province) coordinated with the National Archives Center NI ) to organize an online 3D exhibition themed "Con Dao - The Epic Tale Amidst the Vast Sea."