Whale pod spotted in Phu Quy, signaling healthy seas
A rare pod of around 100 whales was recently sighted near Phu Quy—a promising sign of pristine marine conditions and a potential boost for tourism heading into summer 2026.
A pod of around 100 whales was spotted swimming near the waters of Phu Quy Special Administrative Zone (Lam Dong Province) on April 5, creating a rare and spectacular scene.
According to local tour guide Nguyen Trong Tan, the sighting occurred while he and a group of fishermen were diving offshore. The whales were seen about 500 meters from Hon Tranh, repeatedly surfacing and leaping above the water.
Rare whale sighting in Phu Quy waters
Several local divers aboard the canoe entered the water for a closer look. Fishermen said it is extremely rare to encounter such a large number of whales in the area.
On the same day, Tan also reported seeing three blue whales, each estimated at around 17 meters long, swimming past the canoe.
Positive signal for marine environment and tourism
Experts say whales appearing close to shore is a positive sign, indicating clean and healthy marine conditions in Phu Quy waters.
The rare sighting is expected to boost the island’s appeal as a destination, especially as the summer 2026 tourism season approaches.
