Hon Ong Island, also known as Whale Island, is situated in the Khanh Hoa Province along the centre of Vietnam’s coastline and is protected by a cove-like peninsula. The island is a paradise of gorgeous, soft-sanded beaches, fringed by bright, clear, turquoise and emerald waters and layered with lush green vegetation dotted by traditional huts. With a quieter and more off-the-beaten-track atmosphere, Hon Ong Island provides a wonderful destination for holidaymakers looking for pure relaxation. The name of the island indicates a kind of reverence, as Vietnamese people regard whales as sacred creatures. There are excellent opportunities for snorkelling, scuba diving and other watersports in the exceptionally calm and clear waters here. Make sure to visit some of the surrounding islands such as Hon Lon, which is decorated by massive mountains, forests and freshwater streams.