Son Tra Peninsula & Linh Ung Pagoda

Son Tra Peninsula is a 4,400-hectare forested promontory 10 km northeast of Da Nang, rising to 693 m and jutting into the South China Sea. It is the most biodiverse area near Da Nang — home to the red-shanked douc langur, one of the world's most endangered primates, as well as over 100 bird species, wild boar, and diverse coastal marine life. The road to the summit winds through primary forest past military installations to Linh Ung Pagoda: a vast Buddhist complex built on a cliff, dominated by a 67 m white Quan Am statue (Bodhisattva of Compassion) visible from the entire bay. The pagoda grounds are serene and the views over Da Nang are among the finest in the city.

Free entry to the peninsula and pagoda. Motorbike is the best way to explore — the summit road is about 10 km from the base. Red-shanked doucs are most often spotted at dawn and dusk along the forest road near the summit. Dress modestly at Linh Ung Pagoda. The peninsula's east-facing beaches (Tien Sa, Bai Nam) are quieter alternatives to My Khe.

Hotel recommendations coming soon.