Monkey Island

Monkey Island (Hon Lao Island) is a small coastal island in Nha Phu Bay, Ninh Phu commune, Ninh Hoa town, Khanh Hoa Province, about 15 km north of Nha Trang. Managed as an eco-tourism site, it is known for a large population of free-roaming monkeys and organized visitor facilities. The island features sandy beaches, forested interior, circus performance areas and beach recreation within the sheltered bay landscape.

Visitors reach the island by boat from Nha Phu Tourist Wharf and explore a compact island with forested paths, beach areas and open performance grounds. Large troops of monkeys roam freely and can be observed at close range. The site includes a beach for swimming, shaded seating areas, restaurants, souvenir shops, and scheduled animal circus shows featuring monkeys, dogs and goats. The setting is a sheltered bay with calm water, views of surrounding islets and Orchid Island nearby.