Hon Thom Cable Car on Phu Quoc
A ride over open sea gives restless children and tired grandparents one shared treat.
The Hon Thom cable car carries you over open sea to a small island, and it gives children and grandparents a shared treat. A waterpark sits on the island side if you want a bigger day. It pairs best with a slow beach day on either side, not stacked on top of one.
What is the Hon Thom cable car?
It is a sea cable car in the south of Phu Quoc, linking the main island to Hon Thom. You ride in an enclosed cabin and look down on boats, fishing nets and water. The island at the end has a park, a beach strip and a waterpark.
Read our Phu Quoc guide for how the island is laid out.
What is the ride like?
Calm and scenic, with a long glide above the water. Cabins are covered, so rain and sun are less of a problem than on a boat. Children usually enjoy pointing at passing ships.
If anyone is afraid of heights, think before you buy. The ride is smooth but you are high above the sea for a while.
Should you add the waterpark?
It depends on your children. A waterpark gives hours of play and wears them out, which suits an evening flight. It also takes the whole day, so keep other plans light.
Check height rules for slides, the lifeguard setup and where the shade is. Bring swimwear for everyone and change clothes afterwards.
Does it pair well with a beach day?
Yes, if you put the beach on a different morning or afternoon. A cable car and waterpark day leaves little energy for a long beach walk.
For a calmer day, try a southern beach such as Sao Beach on another day. Sit in the shade and let the children dig in the sand.
When should you go?
Phu Quoc’s rainy season runs roughly April to November and its dry season roughly December to March1. The dry months suit open-air plans best, and wind and swell are calmer.
In the rainy months, a ride in an enclosed cabin still works, but visibility can be low. Leave a spare day for weather.
How do you get there from Malaysia?
Phu Quoc is listed with AirAsia and Sun PhuQuoc Airways flying to Kuala Lumpur International, and Berjaya Air to Kuala Lumpur-Subang2. Confirm current schedules on the airline sites.
From the airport, take a taxi or Grab to your resort, then plan the cable car for a day when you are well rested.
What should families and seniors know?
Take a stroller for the walk to the station, though you may need to fold it on the cabin. Carry water, hats and a light bag.
Seniors may skip the waterpark and wait in the shade. Ask the staff about lifts, benches and restrooms before you start.
When is another place a better choice?
If your family wants calm and nature, the quieter Con Dao may suit better. See Planning Phu Quoc with children for more help.
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Common questions
Is the Hon Thom cable car worth it for families?
It is worth it if your children like rides, boats and water play. The cable car crosses open sea to a small island, and the views are the main reward. If your group wants a quiet beach day and little else, skip it and spend the money on a good lunch by the water.
Can grandparents ride it?
Yes, the cabins are enclosed and you board at ground level, so there is no climbing. Grandparents who like views will enjoy the sea. Ask about the walk from the station to the cabin and the island side, because the grounds are large and shade is limited.
Should you add the waterpark?
Add it only if the children want to swim and slide. A waterpark day is full, so do not plan another big outing the same day. Pack swimwear, sunscreen, towels and a change of clothes. For little ones, check height rules for the slides before you pay.
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