{"id":1639,"date":"2026-01-10T10:43:38","date_gmt":"2026-01-10T03:43:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dtabeam.com\/?p=1639"},"modified":"2026-01-10T10:43:38","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T03:43:38","slug":"coral-jungle-reef-the-healthiest-coral-reef-in-phu-quoc-island-vietnam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dtabeam.com\/en\/coral-jungle-reef-the-healthiest-coral-reef-in-phu-quoc-island-vietnam\/","title":{"rendered":"CORAL JUNGLE REEF \u2013 THE HEALTHIEST CORAL REEF IN PHU QUOC ISLAND, VIETNAM"},"content":{"rendered":"<header class=\"entry-header\">\n<div class=\"entry-header-text entry-header-text-top text-left\">\n<div class=\"entry-image relative\"><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/coral-jungle-reef-the-healthiest-coral-reef-in-phu-quoc-island-vietnam\/\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image lazy-load-active\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR1097-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"North Phu Quoc Snorkeling trip &amp; sunset meal\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" data-src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR1097-1024x768.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR1097-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR1097-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR1097-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR1097-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR1097-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR1097.jpg 1600w\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"badge absolute top post-date badge-square\">\n<div class=\"badge-inner\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"entry-content single-page\">\n<p>The Coral Jungle Reef, Phu Quoc Island is the healthiest coral reef with the highest coverage of coral (around 82.5%) across Phu Quoc Island. This is considered the healthiest coral reef in the whole of Vietnam where you will get lost in the jungle of healthy corals.<\/p>\n<p><em>Here are some informative journals our team has recorded recently (updated as of Dec. 2022).<\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"no_bullets\">\n<p class=\"toc_title\">MAIN CONTENTS\u00a0<span class=\"toc_toggle\">[<a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/coral-jungle-reef-the-healthiest-coral-reef-in-phu-quoc-island-vietnam\/#\">hide<\/a>]<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"toc_list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/coral-jungle-reef-the-healthiest-coral-reef-in-phu-quoc-island-vietnam\/#ABOUT_THE_CORAL_JUNGLE_REEF\">ABOUT THE CORAL JUNGLE REEF<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/coral-jungle-reef-the-healthiest-coral-reef-in-phu-quoc-island-vietnam\/#OPTIMAL_TIME_TO_EXPLORE_THIS_CORAL_JUNGLE_REEF\">OPTIMAL TIME TO EXPLORE THIS CORAL JUNGLE REEF<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/coral-jungle-reef-the-healthiest-coral-reef-in-phu-quoc-island-vietnam\/#INTACT_AND_HEALTHY_CORAL\">INTACT AND HEALTHY CORAL<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/coral-jungle-reef-the-healthiest-coral-reef-in-phu-quoc-island-vietnam\/#HIGH_BIODIVERSITY_CORAL_REEF\">HIGH BIODIVERSITY CORAL REEF<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/coral-jungle-reef-the-healthiest-coral-reef-in-phu-quoc-island-vietnam\/#Video_of_soft-adventure_snorkeling_discovering_the_Coral_Jungle_Reef_North_Phu_Quoc\">Video of soft-adventure snorkeling discovering the Coral Jungle Reef, North Phu Quoc<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/coral-jungle-reef-the-healthiest-coral-reef-in-phu-quoc-island-vietnam\/#2024_Summer_Heat_Wave_and_Massive_Coral_Bleaching_Event\">2024 Summer Heat Wave and Massive Coral Bleaching Event<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ABOUT_THE_CORAL_JUNGLE_REEF\"><\/span><span id=\"ABOUT_THE_CORAL_JUNGLE_REEF\"><b>ABOUT THE CORAL JUNGLE REEF<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Depth range: 0.3 \u2013 9m\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Reef type:\u00a0<\/b>Fringing Reef<\/li>\n<li><b>Coral Health Status:\u00a0<\/b>Very healthy, alive coral areas account for 99% of the reef<\/li>\n<li><b>Coral Species:\u00a0<\/b>Table Coral, Cauliflower Coral, Mushroom Coral, Staghorn Coral, Octopus coral, Fiji Leather Coral, Brain coral, Giant Barrel Sponge, Sponges, Porite Coral, Cactus Coral, Cabbage Coral, Leaf Coral, Anemone\u2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>CAUTION: Strong currents are common in this area. It is advisable not to venture into the coral reef without a thorough understanding of the conditions.<\/b><\/p>\n<div id=\"gallery-1\" class=\"gallery galleryid-36167 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-large\">\n<figure class=\"gallery-item\">\n<div class=\"gallery-icon landscape\"><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/astounding-dives-into-coral-jungle-one-of-the-largest-coral-reef-in-phu-quoc\/dcim103goprogopr4849-jpg\/#main\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large lazy-load-active\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Etienne dived into the water to see a fan coral at the Coral Jungle Reef, Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" data-src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849-1024x768.jpg\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-38111\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849.jpg 1600w\" \/><\/a><\/div><figcaption id=\"gallery-1-38111\" class=\"wp-caption-text gallery-caption\">Etienne dived into the water to see a fan coral at the Coral Jungle Reef, Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"gallery-item\">\n<div class=\"gallery-icon landscape\"><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/the-best-coral-reef-in-vietnam-to-snorkeling-for-family-with-kids\/batch_gopr4151-3\/#main\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large lazy-load-active\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Healthy coral Colony at the Coral Jungle Reef, Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" data-src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151-1024x768.jpg\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-38073\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151.jpg 1600w\" \/><\/a><\/div><figcaption id=\"gallery-1-38073\" class=\"wp-caption-text gallery-caption\">Healthy coral Colony at the Coral Jungle Reef, Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"gallery-item\">\n<div class=\"gallery-icon landscape\"><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/?attachment_id=37997#main\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large lazy-load-active\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Coral Jungle Reef - the healthiest coral reef in Phu Quoc island, Vietnam\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" data-src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056-1024x768.jpg\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-37997\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056.jpg 1600w\" \/><\/a><\/div><figcaption id=\"gallery-1-37997\" class=\"wp-caption-text gallery-caption\">Coral Jungle Reef \u2013 the healthiest coral reef in Phu Quoc island, Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"gallery-item\">\n<div class=\"gallery-icon landscape\"><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/?attachment_id=37327#main\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large lazy-load-active\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Dcim102goprogopr2811.jpg\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" data-src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811-1024x768.jpg\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-37327\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811.jpg 1600w\" \/><\/a><\/div><figcaption id=\"gallery-1-37327\" class=\"wp-caption-text gallery-caption\">Coral Jungle Reef \u2013 the healthiest coral reef in Phu Quoc island, Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"gallery-2\" class=\"gallery galleryid-36167 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-large\">\n<figure class=\"gallery-item\">\n<div class=\"gallery-icon landscape\"><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/astounding-dives-into-coral-jungle-one-of-the-largest-coral-reef-in-phu-quoc\/dcim103goprogopr4849-jpg\/#main\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large lazy-load-active\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Etienne dived into the water to see a fan coral at the Coral Jungle Reef, Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" data-src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849-1024x768.jpg\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-2-38111\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/batch_batch_GOPR4849.jpg 1600w\" \/><\/a><\/div><figcaption id=\"gallery-2-38111\" class=\"wp-caption-text gallery-caption\">Etienne dived into the water to see a fan coral at the Coral Jungle Reef, Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"gallery-item\">\n<div class=\"gallery-icon landscape\"><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/the-best-coral-reef-in-vietnam-to-snorkeling-for-family-with-kids\/batch_gopr4151-3\/#main\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large lazy-load-active\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Healthy coral Colony at the Coral Jungle Reef, Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" data-src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151-1024x768.jpg\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-2-38073\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/batch_GOPR4151.jpg 1600w\" \/><\/a><\/div><figcaption id=\"gallery-2-38073\" class=\"wp-caption-text gallery-caption\">Healthy coral Colony at the Coral Jungle Reef, Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"gallery-item\">\n<div class=\"gallery-icon landscape\"><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/?attachment_id=37997#main\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large lazy-load-active\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Coral Jungle Reef - the healthiest coral reef in Phu Quoc island, Vietnam\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" data-src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056-1024x768.jpg\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-2-37997\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR6056.jpg 1600w\" \/><\/a><\/div><figcaption id=\"gallery-2-37997\" class=\"wp-caption-text gallery-caption\">Coral Jungle Reef \u2013 the healthiest coral reef in Phu Quoc island, Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"gallery-item\">\n<div class=\"gallery-icon landscape\"><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/?attachment_id=37327#main\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large lazy-load-active\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Dcim102goprogopr2811.jpg\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" data-src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811-1024x768.jpg\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-2-37327\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_GOPR2811.jpg 1600w\" \/><\/a><\/div><figcaption id=\"gallery-2-37327\" class=\"wp-caption-text gallery-caption\">Coral Jungle Reef \u2013 the healthiest coral reef in Phu Quoc island, Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"OPTIMAL_TIME_TO_EXPLORE_THIS_CORAL_JUNGLE_REEF\"><\/span><span id=\"OPTIMAL_TIME_TO_EXPLORE_THIS_CORAL_JUNGLE_REEF\"><b>OPTIMAL TIME TO EXPLORE THIS CORAL JUNGLE REEF<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>During the dry season from October to April, it is considered the optimal time for engaging in snorkeling and scuba diving to explore the Coral Jungle Reef. Conversely, these activities are less favorable in the Coral Jungle Reef during the rainy season. Particularly noteworthy is the Coral Jungle Reef, which stands out as the premier location for scuba diving and snorkeling in Phu Quoc, especially between November and January due to favorable water conditions.<\/p>\n<p>The Coral Jungle Reef boasts a remarkable 99% coverage of live corals. This high percentage can be attributed to the robust currents in the area, which act as a natural barrier, limiting human access to the reefs. These currents facilitate the dispersion of coral eggs, promoting the growth and resilience of the reef. To explore this area effectively, a precise water condition tracker is essential to determine the optimal visiting times. Consider joining our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/tour\/small-group-soft-adventure-snorkeling-to-explore-coral-jungle-sunset-in-north-phu-quoc-max-6-8-pax\/\">small-group soft-adventure snorkeling trip<\/a>\u00a0or booking a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/tour\/private-charter-snorkeling-excursion-to-explore-the-coral-jungle-reef-beach-dinner-optional\/\">private snorkeling excursion<\/a>\u00a0to experience the Coral Jungle Reef and immerse yourself in the historic charm of Phu Quoc.<\/p>\n<div id=\"gallery-3\" class=\"gallery galleryid-36167 gallery-columns-3 gallery-size-large\">\n<figure class=\"gallery-item\">\n<div class=\"gallery-icon landscape\"><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/?attachment_id=37270#main\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large lazy-load-active\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4541-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Explore Coral Jungle Reef, the heathiest coral reef in Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" data-src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4541-1024x768.jpg\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-3-37270\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4541-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4541-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4541-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4541-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4541-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4541.jpg 1600w\" \/><\/a><\/div><figcaption id=\"gallery-3-37270\" class=\"wp-caption-text gallery-caption\">Explore Coral Jungle Reef, the heathiest coral reef in Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"gallery-item\">\n<div class=\"gallery-icon landscape\"><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/coral-jungle-reef-the-healthiest-coral-reef-in-phu-quoc-island-vietnam\/dcim103goprogopr4774-jpg\/#main\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large lazy-load-active\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4774-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Explore Coral Jungle Reef, the heathiest coral reef in Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" data-src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4774-1024x768.jpg\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-3-37450\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4774-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4774-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4774-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4774-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4774-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4774.jpg 1600w\" \/><\/a><\/div><figcaption id=\"gallery-3-37450\" class=\"wp-caption-text gallery-caption\">I find the way out of the Coral Jungle, Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"gallery-item\">\n<div class=\"gallery-icon landscape\"><a href=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/coral-jungle-reef-the-healthiest-coral-reef-in-phu-quoc-island-vietnam\/dcim103goprogopr4861-jpg\/#main\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"attachment-large size-large lazy-load-active\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4861-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Explore Coral Jungle Reef, the heathiest coral reef in Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" data-src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4861-1024x768.jpg\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-3-37455\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4861-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4861-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4861-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4861-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4861-1000x750.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/batch_batch_GOPR4861.jpg 1600w\" \/><\/a><\/div><figcaption id=\"gallery-3-37455\" class=\"wp-caption-text gallery-caption\">Explore Coral Jungle Reef, the heathiest coral reef in Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"INTACT_AND_HEALTHY_CORAL\"><\/span><span id=\"INTACT_AND_HEALTHY_CORAL\"><b>INTACT AND HEALTHY CORAL<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Coral Jungle reef, situated in a unique location known for its strong currents and high waves, presents challenging water conditions unsuitable for novice divers or beginners, and even experienced individuals may find it demanding. Despite these adversities, the reef boasts remarkable vitality with a notably high coral coverage. Our assessments indicate that the Coral Jungle Reef stands out as the healthiest coral reef in Phu Quoc, boasting a 95% live coral ratio.<\/p>\n<p><em>In South Phu Quoc, there are opportunities to discover exceptionally diverse coral reefs, including the North-east Coral Reef, Half-moon Reef and impressive large coral formations like the Coral Mountain (the largest cactus coral colony on Phu Quoc) and the Coral Hill (the second-largest flowerpot coral colony on the island). These sites are monitored daily by Onbird\u2019s internal water conditions forecasting model.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HIGH_BIODIVERSITY_CORAL_REEF\"><\/span><span id=\"HIGH_BIODIVERSITY_CORAL_REEF\"><strong>HIGH BIODIVERSITY CORAL REEF<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Coral Jungle Reef is renowned for its remarkable biodiversity, boasting over 20 distinct coral species within its expansive thousand-square-meter coral garden. The shallow waters of the reef have fostered the growth of extensive colonies of hard corals, creating vast coral gardens. This growth is facilitated by the presence of zooxanthellae algae in the coral polyps, which thrive in shallow waters due to ample sunlight exposure. Through photosynthesis, the zooxanthellae algae generate oxygen, aiding in waste removal, and sediment elimination, and supplying hard corals with essential nutrients such as glucose, glycerol, and amino acids. These nutrients are crucial for the production of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, as well as the formation of calcium carbonate, which serves as the building blocks for the reef.<\/p>\n<p>Coral Jungle Reef stands out as one of the most biodiverse coral reefs not only in Phu Quoc but also in all of Vietnam. This distinction is attributed to its unique underwater topography, characterized by nutrient-poor water and robust currents, facilitating the dispersion of coral larvae.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Video_of_soft-adventure_snorkeling_discovering_the_Coral_Jungle_Reef_North_Phu_Quoc\"><\/span><span id=\"Video_of_soft-adventure_snorkeling_discovering_the_Coral_Jungle_Reef_North_Phu_Quoc\"><strong>Video of soft-adventure snorkeling discovering the Coral Jungle Reef, North Phu Quoc<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2024_Summer_Heat_Wave_and_Massive_Coral_Bleaching_Event\"><\/span><span id=\"2024_Summer_Heat_Wave_and_Massive_Coral_Bleaching_Event\"><b>2024 Summer Heat Wave and Massive Coral Bleaching Event<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>90% corals got bleached during the 2-month heath wave in Phu Quoc.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_60540\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-60540\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-60540 lazy-load-active\" src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/batch_PA222048.jpg\" alt=\"OnBird team to transplant coral fragments into Coral Jungle Reef\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" data-src=\"https:\/\/onbird.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/batch_PA222048.jpg\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-60540\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">OnBird team to transplant coral fragments into Coral Jungle Reef<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Coral Jungle Reef, Phu Quoc Island is the healthiest coral reef with the highest coverage of coral (around 82.5%) across Phu Quoc Island. This is considered the healthiest coral reef in the whole of Vietnam where you will get lost in the jungle of healthy corals. Here are some informative journals our team has<a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/dtabeam.com\/en\/coral-jungle-reef-the-healthiest-coral-reef-in-phu-quoc-island-vietnam\/\">&#8230;[Read More]<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":1640,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1639","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dtabeam.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1639","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dtabeam.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dtabeam.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dtabeam.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dtabeam.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1639"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/dtabeam.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1639\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1641,"href":"https:\/\/dtabeam.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1639\/revisions\/1641"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dtabeam.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/media\/1640"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dtabeam.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1639"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dtabeam.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1639"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dtabeam.com\/api\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1639"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}