The Surf Window

Phan Thiet

Binh Thuan, Vietnam

Beach breakIntermediate

The fishing city of Phan Thiet on Vietnam's south-central coast is more famous as the gateway to Mui Ne, but its own beaches catch northeast monsoon swells and host Vietnam's emerging surf and kite community in a beautiful fishing port setting.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalE (90°)
WindowNNE–SSE (30°–150°)
Size1–2m at 8–12s

Wind

SW

Light to W under 15 knots

Tide

Mid tide

LowMidHigh

Season

Nov–Feb

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Beach break

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Beach peaks near the river mouth

Length

40–80m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Beginner to intermediate
  • •Why: Consistent monsoon swell on a manageable beach break

Hazards

  • •River mouth currents affect water quality and create rips
  • •Trade winds make conditions choppy most of the year
  • •Limited surf infrastructure compared to Da Nang

Local Tips

  • •Phan Thiet's Cham Tower (Po Sha Inu) is an extraordinary 8th century Hindu monument
  • •The dragon fruit plantations inland are beautiful to drive through
  • •Combine with Mui Ne (15km) for kitesurfing and the famous sand dunes

Location

Map showing the location of Phan Thiet in Binh Thuan, Vietnam

10.9667, 108.1000