Trail Bus Tà Cú – Kê Gà
9km / day
Elevation gain
480m
Distance
~9km
Peak elevation
No
Difficulty
The Tà Cú–Kê Gà journey in Bình Thuận combines mountains and coast. Trek 4–7km up 649m Tà Cú Mountain to see the 49m reclining Buddha and visit the old pagoda, then continue to Mũi Kê Gà and its historic lighthouse.
Choose the option that suits you
EXPLORE” TICKET
For beginners or anyone who prefers hiking with a group and a trail guide.
Return transport
GPX track
Trail guide
JOIN THE CREW” TICKET
For travellers who prefer to arrange their own transport, meet the group at the trailhead and begin the journey with their fellow hikers.
- GPX track
- Trail guide
What you will experience
ROUND-TRIP BUS TRANSFER
Return bus between Ho Chi Minh City and Tà Cú Mountain
Have lunch at Kê Gà Beach.
TRAIL GUIDE
Your guide stays with the group throughout the trip, helping you discover the trail’s best viewpoints while keeping the experience safe and well organised.
Cost breakdown
Included:
- Round-trip bus transfer
- Trail guide
- Bottled water on the bus
- Have lunch at Kê Gà Beach.
- Post-trip shower and clean-up service
- Friendly, energetic guide accompanying the group from Ho Chi Minh City
- Experienced lead and sweep guides
Not included:
- Breakfast at a rest stop
- Personal expenses outside the itinerary
- Canoe to Kê Gà Lighthouse (80,000 VND per person)
- Cable-car ticket for the descent (100,000 VND per ticket)
- Personal meals and drinks
Included:
- Bottled water on the bus
- Trail guide
- Have lunch at Kê Gà Beach.
- Shuttle transfer to Kê Gà
- Post-trip shower and clean-up service
- Friendly, energetic guide accompanying the group from Ho Chi Minh City
- Experienced lead and sweep guides
Not included:
- Breakfast at a rest stop
- Personal expenses outside the itinerary
- Canoe to Kê Gà Lighthouse (80,000 VND per person)
- Cable-car ticket for the descent (100,000 VND per ticket)
- Personal meals and drinks
Detailed itinerary
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Overnight stay: No
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Trail distance: 9km, approximately 5.5 hours of activity
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Meals: 1 lunch on Kê Gà Beach
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Highlights: Check in among dragon fruit fields, climb Tà Cú Mountain, visit Linh Sơn Trường Thọ Pagoda and its giant reclining Buddha, swim at Kê Gà Beach and explore Vietnam’s oldest lighthouse.
- 04h30: The bus departs on time from 177 Phan Chu Trinh, Bình Lợi Trung Ward[Map]. Parking is available at 327 Nơ Trang Long Car Park, Bình Lợi Trung Ward (between Hei Garden and Gold Palace)[Map].
- 04h45: Pick-up at 74 Nguyễn Cơ Thạch, An Lợi Đông, Thủ Đức, Ho Chi Minh City – Pasteur Street Craft Beer – Sala Taproom & Restaurant [Map].
- 08h00: Join the Crew guests meet at [Location] (estimated).
- EXPECTED ITINERARY:
- 07h00: Start the day with breakfast at a rest stop at your own expense, then prepare your belongings for the journey.
- 08h00: Pass extensive dragon fruit fields before beginning the climb up Tà Cú Mountain. Visit Linh Sơn Trường Thọ Pagoda and see its well-known giant reclining Buddha.
- 11h00: Descend with the guide, or save energy and enjoy the view by taking the cable car (ticket: 100,000 VND). Meet at the designated point and continue to Kê Gà Beach, known for its golden sand.
- 12h30: Enjoy a lunch of local dishes. Afterwards, swim in the clear sea or take an optional canoe to the historic Kê Gà Lighthouse (ticket: 80,000 VND) for a visit and photos at Vietnam’s oldest lighthouse.
- 17h30: Board the bus back to Saigon, stopping at a rest station along the way.
- 20h00: Estimated arrival in Saigon
What to pack
+ Hiking shoes or trail-running shoes
+ Sunscreen and insect repellent
+ Stretchy, long-sleeved sportswear
+ At least 1.5 litres of drinking water
+ A change of clothes after showering
+ Personal snacks such as energy bars, nuts or dried fruit
+ Trekking poles for beginners
+ A hydration vest or lightweight backpack
+ Emergency cash
Important notes:
+ Each guest receives one Conqueror Card after completing the trail. Guests who register after Wednesday for that week’s departure will not receive a Conqueror Card.
+ The bus departs on time; please arrive 10–15 minutes early.
+ Late arrival is treated as a cancellation and is non-refundable.
+ Please make sure you board the correct bus, as several tour groups may share the same meeting point.
+ Prepare physically by walking for 30 minutes a day during the two weeks before the hike.