Joanna James
Visitors to the charming town of Mui Ne will find a number of activities that will strike their interest. Irrespective of your tastes or preferences you will find something that takes your fancy here.
Mui Ne has in recent years gained a reputation as an attractive venue for the sport of kitesurfing. The region boasts a balmy tropical climate as well as waters that are free of rocks which make it an appealing locality for kitesurfing. In fact, since Mui Ne was the venue for a season of the popular Kite Tour Asia Competition you will find that its stretch of beach features an array of schools that offer training in kitesurfing. Irrespective of the level of skill that you possess in the sport you will have the opportunity to engage in an enjoyable session of kitesurfing at Mui Ne. Lessons and equipment to match your skills will be available here.
Mui Ne and the nearby city of Phan Thiet are steadily acquiring renown as an excellent region for golf enthusiasts. The first major golf club to be created at Mui Ne was the Ocean Dunes Golf Club which is regarded as a fine facility for the sport. Designed by golf professional Nick Faldo, this course has been likened to golf courses in Scotland, albeit with sunny tropical weather. Another appealing golf course in the area is the well-designed Sea Links Golf Course, which is part of an ambitious complex that includes other attractions as well. Golf aficionados will be enthralled by these facilities for the sport in the environs of Mui Ne.
The remarkable Red Sand Dunes are considered to be one of the area's most distinctive natural features. Here you will have the opportunity to take some splendid photographs as well as indulge in a variety of enjoyable activities. These sand dunes resemble those found in the Middle East; if you make the effort to climb the tallest peak you will be rewarded by entrancing sunset views over the expanses of the ocean. Many active visitors take the opportunity to go sand-sledding on the sand dunes which is sure to be an exhilarating activity. You will also be able to pilot dune buggies and quad bikes on these sand dunes.
The quaintly charming Mui Ne Fishing Village is sure to capture the imagination of the sightseer with its various features of interest. Here you will have the opportunity to enjoy panoramic views over the extensive coastline with its picturesque palm trees and collection of colourful boats used by the fishermen. If you arrive at the harbour during the early hours of the morning you will have the chance to watch the fishermen sorting out their catch which will include scallops, crabs, stingrays and groupers. A choice of accommodation that you could consider from which the fishing village would be within easy reach would be Anantara Mui Ne Resort which may be considered to be a pleasingly located beach resort in Mui Ne.
The unique Fairy Stream is regarded as being an outstanding place at which to take photographs due to its distinctive natural formations. Here you will have the opportunity to enjoy splendid landscapes which will capture your eye with their vivid hues of white, red, pink and orange. You will see that one side of the Fairy Stream contains a combination of red and white sand dunes whilst the other side is an extensive field featuring pretty flowers, coconut trees and flourishing trees. However, you would be wise to bring a spare pair of footwear and wear suitable clothing as you will have to wade through the water on your visit to the site.
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