Setting foot on Tho Chau Island, visitors can hardly miss the chance to immerse themselves in the clear blue waters of Dong, Ngu, Nhat, and Mun beaches. Among them, Bai Dong and Bai Ngu are the two largest beaches on the island, making them ideal spots for swimming, snorkeling, and fully enjoying the pristine beauty of the southwestern seas.
Bai Dong has preserved its largely untouched, natural charm. Along the shoreline, rows of tropical almond trees, coconut palms, and sea casuarinas sway gently in the breeze, creating a refreshing and relaxing landscape. It is this simplicity and closeness to nature that leaves a lasting impression on visitors, offering a sense of release from daily fatigue and a return to inner balance.
The salty scent of the sea carried by the wind, the soft rhythm of waves, and the rustling of leaves together form a rare atmosphere of tranquility—especially appealing to those accustomed to the fast-paced urban lifestyle. Tho Chau Island in general, and Bai Dong in particular, feels like a quiet haven where people can slow down and reconnect with both themselves and the surrounding natural world.
Today, Tho Chau Island is home to around 2,000 residents, mainly living in the areas of Bai Dong and Bai Ngu. The local community relies largely on aquaculture and offshore fishing. With the changing monsoon seasons, daily life on the island also shifts: during the northeast monsoon (from August to March), boats usually anchor at Bai Ngu, while in the southwest monsoon season, Bai Dong becomes a safe harbor from strong waves. This seasonal movement between the two beaches has created a distinctive and adaptive way of life for the people of Tho Chau Island.
