In Rach Tram, Phu Quoc is still as it was years ago: stilt houses along the creek, moored boats and a road through primeval melaleuca forest.
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Rach Tram fishing village is at the northern tip of Phu Quoc, one of the most remote villages on the island. The road in passes through primeval melaleuca forest, and the village keeps the slow rhythm of fishing life, almost untouched by tourism.
What is at Rach Tram?
- A road through melaleuca forest – scenery very different from the south.
- Creekside houses and boats; villagers mending nets and drying fish.
- Fresh seafood at village prices if you catch the boats coming in.
Tips
- It is far and some stretches are lonely; fill up with fuel and return before dark.
- Respect villagers: ask before close-up photos and don’t enter private homes.
- Combine with Hon Mot – Bai Thom and Ganh Dau Cape on a North Island day.
Explore the northern forest without driving: the private open-top Jeep tour. See the North Island’s fish-farm villages from the water: the luxury sailing catamaran.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Rach Tram fishing village?
At the northern tip of Phu Quoc, reached through melaleuca forest.
Is Rach Tram far?
Quite far from Duong Dong; allow half a day, fill up with fuel and return before dark.
Are there tourist services in Rach Tram?
Very few; it is a rustic fishing village not yet touched by tourism.
