White Sand Dunes

Street Vietnam, Vietnam

The White Dunes are by far the largest sand dunes in the country, and are very well known by locals. In this area there are a few small kiosks that sell food and drink to the many tourists, along with pine trees that provide much-needed shade. The White Dunes, as the name suggests, features whitish sand, making them a very popular spot for photography.

There are numerous tour operators in Mui Ne that organize day trips to these Saharan-like red and white dunes, but you can easily make your way to both locales if you prefer exploring according to your own pace. Visitors can rent plastic sleds and it is a wise idea to check the price and agree on it beforehand. Some travelers have had unpleasant experiences with the youngsters renting them out so be alert and keep cool. Another interesting activity is kite flying as well as catching the beautiful sunset here. These dunes are a popular picnic place for locals too.