PLAN YOUR STAY
ALL THE ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Getting Here | Kitesurfing | Wind & Tide | What to Bring | Lessons & Rentals | Your Stay | Restaurant | Explore | Payments | Visa | Stay Connected
Planning a trip to My Hoa? Here you’ll find the essential information you need before you arrive — including how to get here, local kite conditions, what to bring, lessons and rentals, accommodation, food and what to do when you’re off the water.
Phi Kite School is a family-run kite resort located directly on My Hoa Lagoon, with accommodation, a professional kite school, equipment rental, restaurant, bar and kite shop all in one place.
Getting here
Phi Kite School is located at My Hoa Lagoon, around 16 km northeast of Phan Rang.
From Cam Ranh International Airport
Cam Ranh International Airport (CXR) is the simplest airport for reaching us.
The journey to Phi Kite School takes approximately 1½ hours by car.
We can help arrange a private airport transfer directly to the resort — just send us your flight details before arrival.
From Ho Chi Minh City
You can also reach Phan Rang from Ho Chi Minh City by private car or bus.
Private car: approximately 4–6 hours, depending on traffic.
Bus: approximately 7–9 hours.
Most buses stop in Phan Rang city. From there, Phi Kite School is approximately 30 minutes away by taxi or private transfer. Bus tickets can be booked through services such as Vexere.
Kitesurfing
My Hoa Lagoon offers conditions for a wide range of riders, with flatter water inside the reef and more challenging conditions around the reef and surrounding coastline.
Main Kite Season: November to April
This is the main wind season, with dependable North–Northeast trade winds. Conditions can be strong, commonly reaching around 25–35+ knots, so smaller kite sizes are frequently useful.
Summer Season: May to September
Summer generally brings lighter South–Southeast thermal winds. Conditions tend to be less consistent and can be more affected by local weather systems.
Understanding the Lagoon
My Hoa is a shallow tidal lagoon, so water depth changes considerably with the tide.
At very low tide, parts of the lagoon can dry out completely and riders may need to walk approximately 500 metres towards the reef before reaching deeper water.
On most days there is still a good riding window, so checking both the wind and tide before your session is important.
If you are unfamiliar with the lagoon, reef or local conditions, speak with the kite-school team before launching.
Wind & Tide Forecasts
Wind
We recommend Windguru.
https://www.windguru.cz/860891
Forecast model: ICON 13
Tide
We recommend “Tides” app by 7th Gear
Download via Google Play or App Store
Location: Cam Ranh, Vietnam
We need approximately 1.1 to 1.3m of water in the lagoon to safely twin tip. (The level varies depending on swell)
What to Bring
If you are bringing your own kite equipment, make sure your quiver suits the season.
During the main winter kite season, conditions can be strong, so smaller kite sizes are particularly useful. Summer generally brings lighter winds.
Recommended
- Kites suitable for the forecast
- Bar and lines
- Harness
- Board
- Pump
- Reef booties
- Rash guard
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Sunglasses with a secure strap
We particularly recommend reef booties, especially when walking through shallow areas of the lagoon at lower tide.
Useful Extras
A light jacket can be useful on windy evenings, and some riders prefer a 3/2 mm wetsuit on cooler or particularly windy days.
Don’t worry if you forget something. Equipment and accessories are available through the Phi Kite School shop, and kite-repair services are also available.
Kite Lessons & RENTAL
Whether you are flying a kite for the first time or working on your next progression goal, our instructors can tailor lessons around your experience, confidence and objectives.
Independent riders can rent kite equipment directly from the Phi Kite School kite station.
STAY AT PHI KITE SCHOOL
Staying at Phi Kite School means there is no daily commute to the kite spot. Wake up, check the wind and get ready for your session directly from the resort.
Our 20 newly renovated rooms are divided into five categories, with options for solo travellers, couples, families and groups of friends.
Restaurant, Bar & Facilities
You don’t need to leave the resort every time you come off the water.
Phi Kite School has an on-site restaurant serving Vietnamese and Western food, with vegetarian options available.
Around the resort you’ll also find:
- Bar
- Kite shop
- Kite repair
- Sauna
- Ice bath
- Laundry service
This makes Phi a convenient base whether you are here primarily to kite or simply want to spend a few relaxed days beside the lagoon.
Around My Hoa
My Hoa is a quiet coastal area, but everyday essentials and local restaurants are only a short scooter ride away.
Nearby you’ll find local food, markets, shops, banking services and other everyday essentials. Laundry and scooter rental are also available through Phi Kite School.
And when there’s no wind — or the tide says it’s time for a break — Ninh Thuan and the surrounding coastline have plenty to explore.
Ideas include:
- Surfing
- Waterfalls
- Cham temples
- Local markets
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Beaches
- Coastal drives
- Exploring the surrounding countryside
payments
We offer several convenient ways to pay during your stay.
Payment options may include:
Cash · Credit/Debit Card · Bank Transfer · Wise · Other electronic payment methods
Any applicable transaction or card fees should be confirmed with the team before payment.
For accommodation bookings, the deposit, payment and cancellation terms confirmed with your reservation will apply.
VISAS
Check your visa requirements before travelling
Vietnamese entry requirements depend on your nationality, length of stay and individual circumstances.
Rather than maintaining a list of countries on the Phi Kite School website, we recommend checking the latest requirements directly with the Vietnam Immigration Department before booking your travel.
Vietnam’s official e-visa portal currently states that Vietnamese e-visas can be issued for up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry available.
Stay Connected
Follow us for kite conditions, life at My Hoa and everything happening around Phi Kite School.
Instagram:
@phikiteschool
Guests can also join the Phi Kite School WhatsApp group for social activities and to connect with other people staying at the resort.
