About White Sand Dunes
The White Sand Dunes, known locally as Bau Trang, are vast white sand dunes in Hoa Thang Commune, Bac Binh District, about 30 km northeast of Phan Thiet in Lam Dong Province. Centered around Bau Trang Lake, the dunes are notable for their bright white sands, freshwater lotus lake, and desert-like landscape by the coast. It is one of the most visited natural attractions in the Mui Ne - Phan Thiet area.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an expansive desert-like landscape of rolling white sand dunes surrounding the freshwater Bau Trang Lake, which is covered with lotus flowers in season. The area is accessed via jeep or ATV tracks through soft sand. Visitors can walk on the dunes, view the lake from elevated ridges, take photographs of the contrasting white sand and blue lake, and join jeep or quad bike tours to explore deeper dune areas.
Key highlights
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Expansive rolling white sand dunes with bright white sand
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Bau Trang Lake (Bau Sen) freshwater lake with seasonal lotus blooms in the center of the dunes
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Sunrise and sunset views over the dunes and lake
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Jeep and ATV rides across the dunes
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Photography spots with high dune ridges and lake panorama
Culture & Context
Bau Trang Lake within the dunes is a scenic and cultural landmark for the local area, known for its lotus flowers and as a freshwater source surrounded by desert-like sands, frequently featured in local tourism promotion.
Route
| By air | Nearest major airport is Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City, approx. 200 km away, then transfer by road or rail to Phan Thiet |
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| By train | Nearest railway station is Phan Thiet Railway Station, then continue by road approx. 35 km to the dunes |