Hon Thom Cable Car Phu Quoc: Tickets, Hours & Tips

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Hon Thom Cable Car at a Glance

Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park links Sunset Town on the main island with Hon Thom island. Its three-rope cable car runs about 7,899.9 m, or roughly 8 km (4.97 miles). Published listings credit it with a Guinness World Records title as the longest three-rope sea-crossing cable car, though the exact wording varies. One-way rides take 15 to 20 minutes, and cabins pass over several small islands of the An Thoi archipelago. Guides name the main-island terminal either Anh Duong Station or An Thoi Station. Both appear to describe the same terminal inside Sunset Town, listed at Bãi Đất Đỏ.

• Ride time: 15 to 20 minutes one way, depending on the source
• Main-island station: Anh Duong Station (also called An Thoi Station), Sunset Town
• Best season: November to April, the dry season
• Typical visit: 4 to 7 hours, half a day to a full day
• Verdict: worth a half day or more if you want the water park, the roller coaster or the beach

Is the Hon Thom Cable Car Worth It?

Be realistic about the island. Beyond Aquatopia Water Park, a wooden roller coaster and Bai Trao beach, there is little else to see. Cabin views over the sea are a large part of the appeal. Here is the verdict by traveler type.

• Families: a full day. Aquatopia has play areas for young children, and our Phu Quoc with kids guide covers more options.
• Thrill seekers: a full day. Roaring Timbers and the fast slides are the draw.
• Couples: ride in the morning and return for a sunset on Kiss Bridge.
• Skip it if you fear heights, have a tight half-day schedule, or have no interest in water parks.

Opening Hours and the Midday Break

Hours differ between sources. A 2026 listing gives cable car service from 9:00 to 11:30 and from 13:30 to 17:00, with maintenance from 11:30 to 13:30. An older 2023 guide lists 8:00 to 17:30 with a lunch break from 12:00 to 13:30. Treat 11:30 to 13:30 as dead time and be on the right side of the water before it starts. Aquatopia and the Exotica Village rides are listed from 9:30 to 17:00, while Bai Trao beach is listed from 9:00 to 16:30. Confirm the current schedule on the day, and treat the last departure as a hard deadline. Missing it leaves you on the island.

• 9:00 to 10:00: board the first cabins and cross while queues are short.
• 10:00 to 14:00: Aquatopia, lunch and the beach.
• Around 14:00: a 2026 listing suggests heading back to the main island.
• Before 17:00: absolute latest return, to be confirmed with staff on arrival.

Tickets and Prices

Prices and hours checked November 2026 against published listings, which do not agree. The newest listing covers a round trip that includes park and Aquatopia access. The 2023 prices appear to cover the cable car alone. Check what each ticket includes at the Sun Group site before paying. Child pricing follows height. Children from 100 to 140 cm pay the child rate, adults are over 140 cm, and infants under 100 cm ride free. Carry ID, since staff check tickets in both directions. Families can find more planning detail in the kids guide above. Reported extras include a drink voucher and Kiss Bridge entry on the same ticket.

How to Get to the Cable Car Station

Anh Duong Station sits in Sunset Town, so travelers staying in the south have the shortest transfer. From Duong Dong or Long Beach, the main options are a taxi, a Grab, local bus No. 11 or a hotel shuttle. A 2023 guide gave a taxi round trip from Duong Dong at about ₫600,000, and a bus fare of ₫30,000. Bus No. 11 was listed every 40 minutes from 5:40 to 17:20, with a 10-minute walk from An Thoi Post Office. Those details may have changed. Ask your hotel about a free shuttle pickup, and arrive early enough to beat the 11:30 break.

What to Do on Hon Thom

Aquatopia Water Park is a short walk from the island station and opened in December 2019. It has over 20 attractions across six themed areas, including a Flow Rider. Exotica Village holds the Roaring Timbers wooden roller coaster and the Eagle's Eye rotating tower. Bai Trao beach has free chairs and hammocks, plus paddleboarding and jet ski rentals. Start with the slides at 9:30, when queues are shortest. Move to the Mango Restaurant buffet at midday. Use the beach shade or Eagle's Eye as the fallback during the hottest hours or a rain shower. A free buggy shuttles guests to the beach, according to a 2023 guide.

Sample Itineraries

Three plans cover most trips. All assume the 11:30 to 13:30 break.

• Ride-only half day: cross at 9:00, walk Bai Trao beach, eat, and ride back before 11:30.
• Full park day: cross by 10:00, spend the morning at Aquatopia, lunch at Mango Restaurant, ride Roaring Timbers, and return around 14:00 or later, before the last cabin.
• Ride plus Sunset Town evening: return by mid-afternoon, walk Kiss Bridge for sunset, then dine in Sunset Town. One listing names the "Kiss of the Sea" fireworks and "Symphony of the Sea" jet ski show, so check show times.

Weather, Crowds and Practical Tips

Thunderstorms and strong gusts stop cable car service. Both sources say so. Ask the operator what happens to your ticket if service stops, because refund terms are not published in the listings. November to April is the dry season, so cancellation risk is lowest then. Bring high-SPF sunscreen, a hat, swimwear and non-slip sandals. Lockers and towels cost a small extra fee, so carry some cash or an e-wallet. Boarding the first cabins at 9:00 avoids the heaviest crowds. For other days out, browse more things to do on the island in our Phu Quoc guide.

• Mistake: arriving just before the 11:30 break and getting stranded.
• Mistake: buying a ride-only ticket when you want the park.
• Mistake: forgetting ID or proof of child height.
• Mistake: ignoring the last return time.