Many travelers are amazed to find a special path in the middle of the ocean, allowing them to walk to various islands.
When it comes to beaches or islands, most tourists immediately think of the clear blue waters beside soft white sands, often lined with tall coconut or casuarina trees. However, few know that in some locations, there is another unique landscape. These are called “waterways”, or more simply, paths of sand that emerge in the water. Thanks to these paths, visitors can even move between islands without needing boats, as they can walk directly.
In the central coastal region of Vietnam, there is such a “waterway.” It connects three islands: Hon Bip, Hon O, and Hon Quat. This path is known as “Diep Son Waterway” in Khanh Hoa.
The sandy path connecting the three islands: Hon Bip, Hon O, and Hon Quat (Photo: Bao To Quoc)
To experience the waterway, the first thing travelers need to do is get to Diep Son Island. Unlike the bustling scene of Nha Trang beach city, Diep Son Island is regarded as having a more pristine environment. Therefore, it is perfect for tourists who love tranquility to enjoy and immerse themselves in nature.
The Path Compared to a “Precious Gem” of Southeast Asia
In the past, when mentioning such ocean paths, many travelers would immediately think of another famous location, but not in Vietnam. That is the path connecting Jindo and Modo Islands in South Korea. This road, which appears and disappears, is one of the most sought-after attractions in the Land of the Morning Calm.
It is known that from around March to June each year, the path appears twice, each time lasting only one week, when the tide recedes to its lowest level.
The path in the ocean appears rarely each year and attracts many tourists in South Korea (Photo: Korea Tourism)
Diep Son Waterway also shares similar characteristics. According to information from the National Tourism Administration, it is a natural sandbar, approximately several hundred meters long and about 1 meter wide. Travelers wanting to experience this special path must pay particular attention to the timing.
According to local people and travelers who have experienced it, around 6 AM daily, as the tide goes down, the sandbar gradually appears in the clear waters of Khanh Hoa. When visitors step onto the sandbar, the water seems to part to the sides, making way for them.
Additionally, another ideal time to see and walk on Diep Son sandy path is between 3 PM and 6 PM daily. Visitors can also explore the coral reef and the rich tidal ecosystem when the tide recedes.
Photo: Vinpearl
The sandbar emerging in the water allows visitors to “walk in the ocean” (Photo: Shipbuilding Industry Magazine)
Walking on the Diep Son Waterway certainly offers a very interesting and unique experience, making it a highlight for tourists visiting Diep Son Island. A foreign travel blogger named Calvincu, after experiencing the walk on Diep Son Waterway, shared: “Walking on this path brings an incredibly delightful feeling, mixed with excitement and a bit of fear as you step between the vast ocean. You can freely watch small fish swimming on both sides, occasionally seeing fish jumping out of the water, or waving at passing boats.”
Many other travelers have also compared Diep Son Waterway to the famous path in South Korea, stating that its beauty is on par, and it can even be called a “precious gem” that deserves more recognition in Southeast Asia.
Photo: Vinpearl.
