Tuy Hoa, Ganh Da Dia: Exploring Phu Yen iconic rocks

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope in the pictures I have seen. It looks like one of a kind landscape, and a sort of scene I have never seen in my life. I thought it would be worth a stop in Tuy Hoa to see them.

But, again, I faced some trouble because it was the Vietnamese New Year. First, I knew the only way I would have to see these rocks would be by renting a motorbike and riding to the location on my own, which sounds like a great plan. So first thing in the morning was trying to rent a motorbike. I went to a few spots on Google Maps, only to find them closed, or non-existent, not sure. I found nowhere to rent a motorbike and at the hotel, they said they didn’t have one. Communication with hotel staff was also hard as they didn’t speak English at all. Devastated that I wouldn’t be able to see the thing that made me visit Tuy Hoa, I tried to find another solution. The hotel had some car tours to the Special rock formations named Ganh Da Dia “The Sea Cliff of Stone Plates”, and even though it was expensive I considered it and tried to book it, but guess what? they were asking more than double the normal price because it was the Tet holiday. They were asking 1 million dong to go to Phu Yen rocks!! Outrageous!! No way I would pay that. I gave up at that time.
I was already searching for things around my Hotel area to explore when the lady told me she could find a motorbike for me, but it had to be a manual one. Automatic ones are all rented already haaaa. Well, I always refused to ride a manual motorbike because yeah, I was scared haha.

 

But, this time, either I learned how to ride it, or I wouldn’t go where I wanted to, and because I really wanted to see Ganh Da Dia reef I had to give up on my fear and rent the manual motorbike. The only thing we don’t do is the thing we really don’t want to, otherwise, we always find a way! A perfect example here.

Riding a manual motorbike is actually fine. Not difficult, just have to pay more attention to the motorbike’s needs. It was fine because I could start riding on the 4th clutch anyway haha. I liked the motorbike, it was smaller and easier to handle. I filled in 30K dong and it was enough to go to Phu Yen rocks and back to Tuy Hoa, but very tight. So finally, after losing more than 1 hour of my day trying to find a way to Da Dia Reef, I could finally leave for my destination. It cost me 120K to rent a manual motorbike for 1 day during the Tet holiday, aka Vietnamese New Year.

Ganh Da Dia or Phu Yen rocks

This place is not that far from Tuy Hoa City and riding here was easy. The place was absolutely packed with Vietnamese tourists OMG I was not expecting this! There was even a traffic jam closer to the place so I left my motorbike a few meters before the entrance and walked to the spot. Dumb idea because the jam cleared quickly. I don’t remember the last time I was in a place this packed. JEEEEEZ! I saw 1 foreigner at Ganh Da Dia.

The area to explore around here is quite big, but the spot where the beautiful rocks are the major attraction and everyone is there. There is an entry fee of 30k.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Before going to Ganh Ga Dia I took a walk along the coastline next to the rocks where people were taking pictures and more pictures. Nice here. But the rocks are the interesting part.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Wow so cool I have never seen such a thing in my life. It is so weird that only a little portion of the place has these perfectly shaped rocks like hexagons all aligned as designed meticulously. How on earth is this possible? I confess that I spent most part of my time staring at the rocks and thinking how this perfect cluster of shapes formed, because right next to the iconic rocks are others absolutely normal, so what special happened in here?
Amazing! I wouldn’t be surprised if there are many legends around these rocks. They almost look unnatural. How did nature do that in such a perfect way? Impressive. I understand why so many people are there to see the rocks.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

It would be more enjoyable if the place wasn’t that crowded, but I still found my way of enjoying the place despite the crowds. As I say: happiness comes from within, and I can’t depend on others around me to affect my mood but instead find within me what I need to reach happiness.
I spent quite a lot of time in this spot and discovered a free way haha. If you don’t follow the path everyone follows, you can see the rocks for free. But anyway, the ticket isn’t expensive so never mind.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.
-luckily no one can cross to that area-

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.
– that’s the free way in-

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Bai Xep

Time to go to another apparently popular destination in Tuy Hoa, Bai Xep. This Tuy Hoa beach was on the way from Ganh Da Dia to Tuy Hoa so I stopped to check it out even though the weather was too cloudy and I wouldn’t see the best the place could look.

There is also an entry fee to access this beach. 20K I believe and you can park your motorbike next to the beach.
The beach is wide, clean, and pretty nice. There is a cliff that allows us to see it from above. Beautiful views up there, but it was so windy OMG haha. Lots of people too!

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

I decided to walk to the other end of the beach and have views of the other side of the bay to Ganh Ba and a little island near the coast. I’m glad I decided to walk to this end of the beach where no one walked to because the views were actually very nice!
It is amazing how touristy a place can be and be packed in the same area but if you dare step a few meters away there is no one! That’s why I think stupid when someone skips a place because it is too touristy. I have witnessed this many times already. People seem to gather in the same 4 square meters and if you dare to take one step further: surprise: no one.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Basically, the reason why I visited Tuy Hoa was to see these rock formations that look absolutely dope. A sort of landscapeI have never seen in my life.

Anyway, Bai Xep seemed to be a very enjoyable spot if not the crappy weather.

And that was all I saw in Tuy Hoa. The next day I took a public bus to Nha Trang.

Check how to get to Tuy Hoa HERE!

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