The Hon Thom cable car is a 7,899.9-metre ride over the sea from the An Thoi station (inside Sunset Town in the south of Phu Quoc) to Hon Thom island, taking about 15 minutes each way. As of October 2026 an adult ticket costs around 850,000 VND (roughly $32) and covers the return ride, the Aquatopia water park and Exotica park. It runs roughly from 9:30 am to 5 pm, and the simplest way to skip the queues is to arrive at opening time with a ticket booked online.
What makes this cable car special (and the Guinness record)
Sun World Hon Thom cable car opened in February 2018 and was certified by Guinness World Records as the world's longest non-stop three-rope cable car. A few numbers worth knowing:
- Length: about 7.9 km over open water, passing the islands of Hon Dua and Hon Roi before reaching Hon Thom.
- Cabins: 69 enclosed cabins holding up to 30 people each, so the line moves faster than it looks.
- Height: the tallest tower stands about 174 metres above sea level.
- Speed: up to 8.5 m/s, yet the three-rope system keeps the ride smooth and steady.
From the cabin you look down on An Thoi's colourful fishing fleet, the An Thoi archipelago and the turquoise Gulf of Thailand. If heights make you nervous, sit facing forward and keep your eyes on the horizon; the cabins are roomy and stable.
Ticket prices and opening hours for 2026
Prices as of October 2026 (based on Sun World ticket sellers; please double-check before you buy):
| Category | Cable car + Hon Thom ticket |
|---|---|
| Adults and children over 140 cm | approx. 850,000 VND |
| Children 100–140 cm | approx. 700,000 VND |
| Children under 100 cm | free |
Approximate 2026 schedule:
- Cable car: boarding starts around 9:30 am, departures thin out in the middle of the day (roughly 11:30 am–1:30 pm), and the last ride back from the island is around 5–5:30 pm.
- Aquatopia water park: roughly 9:30 am–4:45 pm.
- Exotica park: roughly 10 am–4:45 pm.
Sun World's official site notes that hours can change, so check https://sunworld.vn/en/hon-thom on the day. Booking online is usually cheaper and quicker: you just scan the QR code at the gate.
What the ticket includes: Aquatopia, Exotica and the beach
The standard ticket is much more than a ride. On the island you get:
- Aquatopia water park: 20+ slides and rides plus kids' pools. Pack two swimsuits; riding back in a wet one is no fun.
- Exotica park: home to Vietnam's first wooden roller coaster and a lookout deck. It is noticeably cooler in the morning, so start here.
- Bai Trao beach: white sand and calm water for a break between rides.
- Buggy shuttles between the island's zones.
- Kiss Bridge in Sunset Town: as of 2026 your cable car ticket lets you walk it for free before 7 pm and after 8:05 pm, with a drink included.
Not included: the Kiss of the Sea evening show, food on the island and getting to the station. If you hate queuing, there is a Wow Pass with priority boarding for the cable car and water park (about 300,000–700,000 VND in 2026; check current prices).
Best time to go and how to beat the queues
The longest queues build from 10:30 am to noon, at weekends and on Vietnamese public holidays, when local families pour onto the island. What actually works:
- Arrive at opening. Between 9 and 10:30 am crowds are thinnest and the slides are still empty.
- Buy your ticket online in advance. No ticket-desk line; you walk straight to the turnstile.
- Do Exotica first, then the water park. The morning is cooler, and when slide queues peak around lunch you can retreat to the beach.
- Don't wait for the last cable car. Around 4:30–5 pm almost everyone who came for the day heads to the island station at once.
- Bring water, a hat and SPF. There is little shade on the island's open areas.
Weather and wind: when the cable car may not run
Phu Quoc has two seasons. November to April is the dry season: clear skies, long visibility and the best views from the cabin. May to October is the rainy season: short downpours, usually in the afternoon, plus occasional strong wind and haze over the sea.
In strong wind or storms the cable car is suspended, which is standard safety practice, and it is sometimes closed for scheduled maintenance. So:
- in the rainy season, go in the morning before clouds build;
- check the wind forecast a day or two ahead and look at Sun World's news;
- keep a spare day in your plan if Hon Thom is a must for you.
How to get to the An Thoi station
The lower station sits in Sunset Town, in the An Thoi area at the southern tip of Phu Quoc. From Duong Dong, where most visitors stay, it is about 23–25 km or 30–40 minutes by car; from southern hotels (Bai Khem, An Thoi) it is 5–15 minutes.
- Taxi or Grab: the easiest option, booked in the app.
- Scooter: if you are a confident rider, there is parking near Sunset Town.
- A tour with transfer: pick-up and drop-off at your hotel, and tickets are sorted for you.
Combining the cable car with an island boat trip and the Kiss of the Sea show
Hon Thom slots neatly into a full day in the south. The classic combo is an island boat trip in the morning and the cable car plus water park in the afternoon. If you would rather not piece the logistics together yourself, the tour below already includes cable car and water park tickets, hotel transfer, lunch and snorkelling around the islands.
In the evening, stay on in Sunset Town for the sunset. From November 2026 the third season of the Symphony of the Sea water show begins (as of 2026, roughly 7:45–8:10 pm, with flyboards and jet skis). At 9 pm Kiss of the Sea starts: about 30 minutes of light, water, lasers and fireworks over the bay. Show tickets are sold separately (around 700,000–1,000,000 VND as of October 2026), and as of 2026 the show usually does not run on Tuesdays, so check the schedule.
Good to know: you don't need to go to the island for the show, as the stage is right next to the lower cable car station. To see Hon Thom by day and the show at night without the hassle, the programme below lets you choose a day, evening or full-day option.
FAQ
How long is the Hon Thom cable car ride?
About 15 minutes each way: the cabin covers almost 7.9 km over the sea, passing Hon Dua and Hon Roi islands.
Is the water park included in the cable car ticket?
Yes, as of 2026 the standard ticket covers the return ride, Aquatopia water park and Exotica park. The Kiss of the Sea show and food are extra.
Does the cable car run in rain and wind?
It usually runs in light rain but is suspended in strong wind or storms for safety. In the rainy season (May to October), go in the morning.
How much is a child ticket?
As of October 2026, children under 100 cm ride free, 100–140 cm pay the child rate (about 700,000 VND) and anyone over 140 cm pays the adult fare. Check prices before buying.
Do I need to go to the island to see Kiss of the Sea?
No, the show takes place in Sunset Town next to the lower cable car station and starts around 9 pm. Tickets are sold separately.