Located 110 km southeast of Saigon – Ho Chi Minh City, Vung Tau is a long-established and famous coastal tourist city. In the early 16th century, alongside the global maritime explorations, European voyagers set foot on what is now Vung Tau. This area provided them with fresh water, firewood, and provisions for their journeys. By 1775, Portuguese and French ships were frequenting Vung Tau’s waters for trade and the exchange of goods. From then on, the French referred to Vung Tau as Cap Saint-Jacques. Besides the names Vung Tau and Cap Saint-Jacques, the name “O Cap” as a shortened and localized version of “Au Cap,” began to be used by the people of Southern Viet Nam around 1930.
This destination captivates visitors with its picturesque coastal scenery, featuring numerous beaches that stretch along the city, including Bai Truoc, Bai Sau, Bai Dau, and Bai Dua. It also boasts cultural and historical landmarks, luxurious resorts, and delicious fresh seafood. In addition to leisure and relaxation, and exploring the city’s landscapes during holidays and weekends, Vung Tau is also an attractive destination for corporate team building activities and MICE events, thanks to its unique advantages in geographic location, infrastructure, and natural beauty.
Strategic location
Vung Tau is conveniently located just 110 km southeast of Ho Chi Minh City, connected by CT01 & QL51 highways or the Can Gio – Vung Tau sea ferry. By 2025, the CT28 expressway, a 78 km six-lane route linking Bien Hoa and Vung Tau, is expected to be completed, further reducing travel time for visitors to Vung Tau. If you’re looking for a change of pace on your trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau, the hydrofoil is a perfect option. Currently, two companies, GreenLines and Vina Express, operate this route with a travel time of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. Fast and convenient transportation options are crucial for businesses that need to balance work and leisure without wasting too much time.
Ideal climate
Like many other areas in the South, this region enjoys a tropical monsoon climate with two distinct seasons: the dry season from November to April and the rainy season from May to October. The rainy season brings short, refreshing showers, typically occurring in the afternoon or evening, and this area is notably unaffected by storms. Even during the rainy season, mornings often feature beautiful sunshine, offering ideal conditions for visitors to enjoy the sea. With an average annual rainfall of only about 1,300 mm, Vung Tau is known for its dry climate. The average temperature ranges from 25°C to 30°C, with warm sunshine gracing the area for approximately 300 days each year.
Rich nature
Vung Tau is a peninsula featuring Nui Lon (Tuong Ky) and Nui Nho (Tao Phung), connected to the mainland by a 10 km long sand dune stretching from the foot of Nui Nho to Cua Lap in a northwest-southeast direction. Behind this sand dune are marshes gradually being filled and vast mangrove forests. Vung Tau is renowned for its beautiful beaches with crystal-clear waters, providing ideal conditions for outdoor team building activities. Additionally, companies can combine team building with other activities such as mountain climbing, visiting cultural and historical sites like Bach Dinh, the Christ statue, Thang Tam Temple, etc. and exploring the mangrove forests on Long Son Island, famous for the Ong Tran religion.
Diverse tourism services
Vung Tau offers a wide range of upscale accommodations, including luxury resorts and hotels such as The Imperial, Pullman, Malibu, etc. and fully equipped conference centers that cater to the needs of MICE events. The resorts and hotels not only provide professional workspaces but also offer various entertainment and relaxation services, enhancing the experience for event participants. Visitors can savor local specialties such as banh khot, seafood hotpot, and steamed crab, along with many other delicious dishes at famous restaurants like Ganh Hao Restaurant, or Le Loi Seafood, etc. Seaside eateries also make for an ideal setting to enjoy seafood while taking in the picturesque ocean views. To fully immerse in a relaxing getaway, Vung Tau boasts a vibrant nightlife with bars and pubs like King Club, Vuvuzela, and Pho Bien, and more, ensuring an exciting and enjoyable evening.
With the above insights, we hope that businesses will consider selecting a team building format that aligns with their company culture and the unique conditions that Vung Tau offers. Exotic Vietnam is honored to accompany you in diverse and creative team building programs designed to foster unity and enhance team spirit. Please contact us at www.exotic.vn.
