Doc Let Beach is considered one of Khanh Hoa Province’s most spectacular and pristine un-spoilt beaches. Located in Ninh Hai Village, Ninh Hoa District, it is well known for untouched beauty with a safe swimming site.
The name Doc Let or Let Slope originated a long time ago. Doc Let means a slope that you have to slide down after climbing onto sand dunes. It is said that there used to be a very high dune which was so challenging for travelers to surpass that they would use areca petioles to slide down.
Doc Let Beach is the untouched beauty with a stretch of casuarinas. The evergreen trees have oval woody fruits, superficially resembling a conifer cone, adding to natural beauty of the setting. Adventure-lovers can climb onto hills to experience the feeling of conquering the nature.
Besides, beach morning glory or Ipomoea pes-caprae can be seen on the seaward slopes. The vines are attractive with pink, purple, or violet five-petal flowers opening late in the evening and appearing their best early in the morning. The beach seems to be more charming with a lawn path for tourists to go for a walk.
There are also fresh seafood stalls. Especially, Doc Let Beach has the shallowest waters with tiny waves, it is safe for everyone. Sand bubbler crabs with inflated sand pellets can be seen on the sandy beaches.
In addition, water sports, including boating, jet skiing, etc are available here at VND150,000-250,000/30 minutes. You can also have a great experience with parasailing, which takes you rise above the water to see the breathtaking views of the world below you at VND450,000/15 minutes.
Moreover, its special and typical feature in summer is the view of a famous salt field, Hon Khoi. The shinny salt fields in the harvesting seasons creating great and peculiar feelings are part of the attractions of Doc Let. You can also go to Hon Khoi Port to see a 300-year-old village in Hon Khoi Port or learn about local anglers’ life in Ninh Hai Commune where only basket boats used for fishing.
There is nothing more interesting than contemplating the untouched natural beauty while enjoying fresh seafood in shady casuarinas. It offers a great place to swim and play in the water. A tour to Doc Let will be a rewarding and refreshing experience.
