December is one of Con Dao’s finest months — dry season is fully established, seas are calm and crystal clear, diving is exceptional, and the island takes on a festive atmosphere for Christmas and New Year. It’s the start of the peak travel season for this extraordinary archipelago.
Weather
- Temperature: 24–30°C (75–86°F)
- Conditions: Dry season; calm seas; clear underwater visibility
Best Things to Do
- Scuba diving and snorkelling (peak visibility)
- Dat Doc Beach, Ong Dung Bay, Dam Tre Bay
- Con Dao National Park hiking
- Con Son Prison Museum
- Christmas and New Year celebrations at Con Dao Resort
Travel Tips
- Book flights and accommodation early — Con Dao has limited capacity and December fills fast
- Only reachable by flight from Ho Chi Minh City or Vung Tau