A Host of Activities

Six Senses Con Dao and Private Residences enjoy a private and secluded setting with a host of amenities and activities on hand to entertain all ages and satisfy the most discerning of tastes. From water sports and beach activities to nature hikes and turtle watching, Con Dao Island has something special for everyone. Feature activities include:

• A wide selection of water sports including catamaran sailing, kayaking, water-skiing and snorkeling.
• A private boat is available for excursions to other islands, local sites and fishing trips.
• Diving excursions taught and lead by certified dive masters to see coral reefs and underwater life.
• Seasonal observation of turtles nesting on the beach at Hon Bay Canh and witnessing the baby tortoises hatch and return to sea.
• Swimming and exploring the secluded beaches of Bai Dat Doc and Dam Trau.
• Hiking and trekking through the mangroves and mystical forests, exploring Con Dao’s diverse flora and fauna, including indigenous species of monkeys and black squirrels.
• Witnessing dawn break as the sun rises over Hon Bay Canh and then watching the sunset over “Love” Mountain.
• Visiting historical monuments throughout Con Dao dating back to the French colonial era and further to the days when the East India Company and Portuguese merchants frequented the island.
• Immersing yourself in the local culture, meeting the local people and experiencing the simple life provided on Con Dao.

Early Morning Market Tour

This is a great opportunity to feel the heart beat of local daily life in Con Dao in the fresh early morning. First we transport you to Ben Dam fishing harbour where you can see the days catch coming in. Afterwards we head to Con Son market and all the fresh fruits, vegetables, and fish – straight from Ben Dam - that the market has to offer.
Catch the locals shopping for their daily essentials at the open markets. Have a traditional Early Morning Breakfast and taste local Pho in a typical food stall whilst enjoying a glass of Cafe Sua Da (Vietnamese iced coffee) before heading back to the resort.

Morning Tai Chi or Yoga

Yoga is a gradual and systematic movement promoting the well-being of both body and mind. Postures are introduced to suit to your physical structure. Ideal for beginners and the advanced who wish to learn how to counteract the stresses of daily life.
Tai Chi is the Chinese healing art emphasizing slow movements, thus allowing the mind to focus for physical posture, promoting and harmonizing chi flow in the body. Ideal practice to achieve a body and mind connection.

Con Dao Historical & Prison Tour

Visit historical monuments and Museums throughout Con Dao dating back to the French colonial era and further to the days when the East India Company and Portuguese merchants frequented the island.
Rich in colonial history as well as the most recent American war, Con Dao has witnessed an extraordinary amount of brave men and women; the legendary Tiger cages and prison sites are a testament to the will and strength of the Vietnamese people.
Spend a few hours wandering in town, visit the local historical museum and some of the impressive prison sites.

Con Dao SLOW LIFE Tour

Feel like discovering the countryside and find out what Vietnamese daily life is really like? Here is the perfect plan. Travel through the island with our local guide, who will take you through the back roads, small residences, and their private rice paddies and meet the farmers who care for them; experience the town at another pace and feel the SLOW LIFE in the air.
Calling at the Fishing Harbour, Local market, a temple or two, The former Governors Residence, and a local coffee shop. At the right time of year we can also stop by some local farms to see how rice paddies work.

Bicycle Rides through Con Dao

Sense the freedom of a self guided tour around the Island of Con Dao: approximately 5 kilometres away you will find the main market, historical sites and the lovely locals; take a glimpse at everyday life; ride along the main road and enjoy the beautiful scenery, stop at the port and see the local fisherman and their vessels. Let your Butler know and a bike will be arranged for you at the Welcome Sala with a map and water and off you go.

Scuba Diving

With depths ranging from 5 to 40 meters, Con Dao offers certified divers and non-divers a chance to see one of the best kept secrets of Vietnam.
Con Dao is Vietnam’s premier Marine Protected Area and offers divers the best chance of seeing those hard to find pelagic that are rarely seen elsewhere in the country.
Common sightings include sharks, Green and Hawksbill turtles, Cobia, and plenty of curious Bat fish.
Come see for yourself Vietnam’s best natural reserve

Con Dao Marine Discovery

Head to some of other islands of the Con Dao archipelago by private speedboat and discover some of Con Dao’s best kept secrets. A private speed boat will take you “island hopping” to the best reefs and most diverse marine system in Vietnam.
We know the perfect snorkelling spots, just over beautiful coral reefs, where you can see a great many different marine species. Morning trips can also stop at the beach where Green and Hawksbill turtles lay their eggs. If it is the right season, you may spot a few turtles during your snorkelling expedition.

Learning to Sail

Learn to sail a Hobie Cat with an experienced sailing hosts.
Feel the soft breeze on your face and see the beauty and charm Con Dao has to offer, from the picturesque fisherman boats to that point in the horizon where the sky seems to blend with the sea.
Learning to use the wind to propel to the boat and yourself is a great way to feel at one with nature.

Hit the High Spots

Immerse yourself in Vietnamese nature and experience the mountain terrain; spot local black squirrels up in the trees, pay close attention and you will be able to distinguish many different types of birds and cicadas; this is a natural habitat for monkeys, so don’t be surprised to see them jumping from one tree top to the next.
Hike deep into the real jungle, sort through lianas and lush vegetation to find the perfect peaceful place for panoramic view to Con Dao Bay, from a height of 260 meters.
This is a great opportunity to have a real adventure and bond with nature in a most peaceful setting.

Kayaking Adventure

Paddle around the beautiful waters around Con Son Island at your own pace. The tranquil waters will prove to be the perfect scenario to exercise your kayaking skills.
Pay close attention to the beautiful marine life and coast line and you will be amazed at the variety of flora and fauna, both on land and under the surface Con Dao has to offer.

Coral Watch

Con Dao has amazed you. Want to help keep it that way?
Follow one of our guides on a kayak or Hobie cat to a local reef where you help to monitor the health of local corals.
Your findings will be reported to Coral Watch, an international effort to monitor Coral health on a global scale.
Learn more about these amazing biological structures in a short presentation with our Coral specialist.

Vietnamese Massage

Pamper yourself. This traditional Vietnamese oil massage incorporates a pressure point technique with invigorating movements to warm and relax muscle tissue.
Warmed small suction cups are placed on the back to aid in muscle relaxation, improve circulation and rejuvenate the body.

Light House Trek

Are you ready for an experience that will take you to the past as well as put your level of fitness to the test? A 30 minute ride by private speedboat will lead to the beautiful island of Bay Canh where the adventure begins; a two hour trek through the dense forest leads you to one of Con Dao’s most important landmarks; built in 1884 during the French Colonial Bay Canh’s Lighthouse is located one of the highest points in the archipelago at 226 meters above sea level.
Enjoy the most amazing view and let your eyes wander to one of the furthest points of South-East Asia. Have a rest in the lovely garden surrounding the structure and meet the Lighthouse keepers, who are always delighted to receive guests.

Kayak/Hobie Cat Picnic Getaway

Take your choice of Hobie Cat or Kayak for a guided tour around the bay in front of the resort before stopping at one of those perfect beaches just over the horizon by yourself for as long as you like.
Sit and enjoy complete isolation with your choice of hamper freshly prepared from the kitchen.
When you’re ready to leave, let us know and we will come and collect you.

Cooking Class at Six Senses ¨Market”

Experience the traditional Vietnamese cuisine in a typical market setting with the Six Senses Touch.
This Cooking Class provides you with an opportunity to learn to cook your favorite Vietnamese dishes, or discover new flavors.
The experience takes about two hours starting with a visit to our Vietnamese herb garden; chefs will walk you trough all the main ingredients and preparation in our open Vietnamese kitchen. After cooking, enjoy of your own cooked meal at “The Market Place”.

Private Barbecues

Enjoy an utterly romantic candle lit dinner for two in the privacy of your villa; allow us to prepare an unforgettable dinning experience with the complicity of a Chef and a waiter.
Have your favourite dishes made in the setting of your infinity pool; the many choices range from meat, seafood, mixed or vegetarian BBQ; if you so prefer, let our Chef whip up a menu to satisfy your cravings.
We would be happy to make this arrangements in a beach setting as well.

Sunset Cruises

Take in the beautiful calmness of the Vietnamese waters and enjoy a sunset at sea.
This unique experience begins setting sail at 16:00 on a wooden slow boat, softly cruising through Con Son Marina, as the sun slowly sets you will witness an impossible display of colours in the horizon.
Sip your chosen wine or champagne and nibble on gourmet canapés as night slowly arrives and gives the mountains surrounding Con Son Marina a most fantastic shade of black against the deep blue sky enhanced only by the lights of the fishermen’s boats at a distance.

Chef’s Table

If you have a special craving, our Chef will prepare your choice of Western or Vietnamese cuisine or you can leave it all in his expert hands, he will be delighted to put together a very special menu.
When all is ready, join him at this specially reserved table and share the experience with a selected and equally enthusiastic small group of guests, with whom you can share your passion for gastronomy.