Tre Lớn Islet covers a natural area of 77 hectares, located to the west of Côn Sơn and about 5 km from Bến Đầm Port. The island consists of two small islets connected by a sandbar, and the surrounding waters are designated as an ecological restoration zone.
Exploring Hòn Tre Lớn offers visitors the chance to swim, snorkel among coral reefs, enjoy pristine seascapes, and observe seabirds in a tranquil natural setting.
Forest Biodiversity
Hòn Tre Lớn’s forest ecosystem features many characteristic plant species such as sea almond, square-pod mangrove, coastal she-oak, and extensive bamboo groves. The island is also home to diverse wildlife, including black squirrels, monitor lizards, pythons, snakes, several seabird species, swiftlets, Nicobar pigeon, and especially the rare White-bellied sea eagle.
Marine Resources
The surrounding marine environment is rich and diverse, with reef fish, giant clams, hand snails, and sea turtles. The coral reefs here are considered among the most beautiful in the waters of Côn Đảo.
Sea Turtle Nesting Beach
A highlight of Hòn Tre Lớn is its small, fine white-sand beach, one of the island’s most important sea turtle nesting sites, ranking second only to Hòn Bảy Cạnh’s Cát Lớn Beach. From April to September each year, hundreds of nesting female turtles come ashore to lay their eggs.
Visitor Experiences
A visit to Hòn Tre Lớn allows travelers to:
- Swim and snorkel over coral reefs
- Enjoy unspoiled island scenery
- Watch seabirds in their natural habitat
- Learn about conservation efforts
- Observe sea turtles nesting at night during the breeding season
Release hatchlings back into the sea and discover fascinating facts about these gentle, endangered creatures
Hòn Tre Lớn is thus an ideal destination for nature lovers and eco-tourists seeking an authentic and meaningful experience in Côn Đảo.
