Geographical Location and Scale
Hon Thom Island has an area of about 5.7 km², located about 3-5km south of Phu Quoc Island. This island is known as "the pearl of the An Thoi archipelago" with its stunning pristine beauty, including fine white sand beaches and emerald-like clear blue sea.
With a scale of over 300 hectares, Sun Group has had a vision to preserve the unique environment by retaining over 50% of the area as pristine forest and rich vegetation. This helps Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park achieve a perfect harmony between pristine nature and modern entertainment facilities.
Hon Thom Cable Car - Guinness World Record
Proud Achievement
The most outstanding highlight of the complex is the Hon Thom cable car system - the world's longest three-rope sea-crossing cable car, recognized by Guinness World Records with a length of 7,899.9 meters. The project has a total investment of up to 5,000 billion VND, commenced construction in 2015 and was completed after 28 months of continuous construction.
Advanced Technology
The cable car is manufactured and installed by Doppelmayr (Austria) - the world leader in cable car production, ensuring strict international safety standards. The system includes 69 cabins, each with a maximum capacity of 30 passengers and a total transport capacity of up to 3,500 people per hour.
The tallest cable tower (T4) reaches 174m - one of the tallest cable towers in Vietnam, designed to withstand wind force level 12 and harsh marine environmental impacts. The entire system uses a specialized steel cable with a diameter of 46mm, specially coated to prevent rust and withstand high loads.
Unique Experience
The approximately 15-minute journey on the cable car offers visitors the chance to admire the panoramic view of South Phu Quoc from an ideal height. Visitors will take in the fresh natural colors with turquoise sea, pristine islets, and lush primeval forests.
Second Guinness Record - Kiss of the Sea
Phu Quoc has continued to achieve a second Guinness record with the "World's Largest Outdoor Theater with a Water Screen and Capacity" at the Kiss of the Sea stage. This is the first time Vietnam has an outdoor theater that has achieved a Guinness World Record.
The record was established based on two outstanding criteria: the theater's capacity of up to 5,108 seats and an infinity screen measuring 23m high and 44m wide, creating a projection area of up to 920m². This stage is two to three times larger than other outdoor multimedia performance venues worldwide.
Sun World Ba Na Hills - Complex of 4 Guinness Records
Within the Sun World ecosystem, Sun World Ba Na Hills in Da Nang also marks its presence with a proud achievement as the only cable car system in the world to hold 4 Guinness records simultaneously:
The world's longest single-rope cable car with 5,771.61m
The world's highest elevation difference between the departure and arrival stations of 1,368.93m
The longest non-stop cable car length in the world 11,587m
The heaviest cable reel in the world 141.24 tons
Additionally, in 2019, Ba Na cable car was also recognized as the "World's Leading Cable Car System" at the World Travel Awards .
Golden Bridge - World Tourism Symbol
The Golden Bridge at Sun World Ba Na Hills , built from July 2017 and completed in April 2018, has become a globally famous tourism symbol. Located at an altitude of 1,414m above sea level, with a length of nearly 150m, the bridge is uniquely designed with giant hands supporting it.
Immediately after its launch, the Golden Bridge was honored as top 10 new wonders of the world and the world's leading iconic tourist bridge for four consecutive years ( World Travel Award 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023). This work has appeared in most famous newspapers such as CNN, Times , The Independent , Reuters .
Aquatopia Water Park - Southeast Asia's Premier Water Park
Aquatopia Water Park is dubbed the most modern water park in Southeast Asia with a total area of up to 8 hectares . The park is divided into 6 unique themed areas, including over 20 modern rides meeting international standards from renowned brands such as ProSlide Technology (Canada) and WhiteWater West (Canada).
Moc Xa Thinh No - Vietnam's Only Wooden Roller Coaster
The highlight of Exotica Village is "Moc Xa Thinh No" - the first and only wooden roller coaster in Vietnam. With a maximum height of 32.4m and a speed of 80km/h, the ride is made from 1,000 cubic meters of specialized wood imported from the US.
Developed by Sun Group in collaboration with Great Coasters International (GCI) - a company with over 25 years of experience and nearly 30 wooden roller coaster projects worldwide. Expert Louis Torres commented that this is one of the most winding wooden roller coasters in the world.
An over 2-minute journey with a track length of nearly 900m through 14 uphill sections and winding spirals offers an extremely thrilling experience. Yellow pine wood from the southern United States, specially treated, has a lifespan of 40-50 years and good shock resistance, providing a smoother ride than conventional steel roller coasters.
Beach And Marine Sports Activities
Bai Trào is the main beach of Sun World Hon Thom , located on the west side of the island with a pristine beauty loved by many tourists. The beach boasts fine white sand like cream and clear turquoise sea, creating a picturesque scene.
Sun World Hon Thom offers a variety of exciting marine sports activities for tourists. Kayak paddling is the most popular activity, allowing tourists to exercise while admiring the beautiful island from a unique perspective. Visitors can also experience snorkeling to explore the stunning coral reefs and diverse marine ecosystem around Hon Thom .
Conservation And Sustainable Development
Hon Thom Island is located within the Phu Quoc Marine Protected Area, with a coral reef conservation area of up to 9,720 hectares. This area is considered a rich fishing ground with large coral reefs and serves as a concentration point for seed sources and nurseries for marine life larvae.
Sun World has demonstrated a strong commitment to environmental protection by maintaining over 50% of the island's area as primary forest and open space. This not only preserves the natural ecosystem but also creates a sustainable tourism environment, harmonizing economic development with nature conservation.
Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park has affirmed its position as one of Southeast Asia's leading destinations with numerous impressive records. Following the Guinness World Record for the longest three-rope sea-crossing cable car, Phu Quoc has achieved a second Guinness World Record with the outdoor theater featuring the world's largest water screen.
Within the vast Sun World ecosystem, from Fansipan with 4 Guinness World Records for cable cars to the Golden Bridge becoming a global tourism icon, all have contributed to enhancing Vietnam's tourism status. These achievements not only elevate the profile of each destination but also affirm Vietnam as a country with world-class tourism projects.
With a perfect combination of modern technology, unique experiences, and a commitment to environmental protection, Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park has been and continues to affirm its position as one of the world-class tourism and entertainment complexes, worthy of being the pride of Vietnamese tourism.
