Ke Ga: Lighthouse, Coastline and Fishing

Ke Ga has three distinct highlights: the lighthouse on Kê Gà Island, the rocky landscape at Mũi Kê Gà, and fishing activity at Bãi ngang Kê Gà. You can plan your trip around whether you are most interested in a structure and its historical classification, coastal scenery and beach activities, or early-morning fishing.

The Lighthouse on Kê Gà Island

The Kê Gà Lighthouse stands on Kê Gà Island. It is 65 metres tall, and its spiral staircase has 184 steps. The light has a range of 22 nautical miles. These figures refer to different features: the height and number of steps describe the tower and staircase, while the nautical miles refer to the light’s range.

On 19 June 2025, the lighthouse was classified as a provincial-level historical and architectural monument. This date marks the classification, not the year it was built, so its historical status can be distinguished from its technical specifications.

Coastal Scenery and Beach Activities

Kê Gà Island is surrounded by natural rock formations of unusual shapes and clear seawater. At Mũi Kê Gà, irregular rock formations stretch along the coast. The descriptions emphasise different features: around the island, the focus is on the rocks and water; at Mũi, it is on the rocks extending along the coast.

A description from June 2025 characterises the beaches at Mũi Kê Gà as suitable for swimming and sunbathing. Beach conditions vary by season; if swimming is important to your plans, check conditions for your visit. A description from the same month mentions the chance to watch the sunrise or sunset on Kê Gà Island. These options differ by location and time of day: spending time on the beach at Mũi, or watching the start or end of the day from the island.

A description from June 2025 also mentions bonfires and outdoor celebrations as possible activities on the beaches at Mũi Kê Gà. Check local conditions and permissions before making such plans.

Fishing Activity and Local Cuisine

A report from May 2023 describes the busiest period at the Bãi ngang Kê Gà fish landing site as roughly 4 to 8 a.m. Fishing activity can vary with the season and weather. If you are interested in the morning fishing activity, this time frame is a guide, not a fixed daily schedule.

An account from May 2023 describes visitors wading out to boats to buy fresh fish; this practice may vary. The same month’s account describes fresh fish grilled over charcoal and eaten with chilli salt. Cooking outdoors may also vary.

A report from May 2023 mentioned restaurants next to Bãi ngang Kê Gà selling fresh seafood, including steamed squid and prawns glazed with tamarind. Individual establishments may change. The early-morning activity at the fish landing site and the dishes described emphasise different things: one focuses on when the fishing activity takes place, the other on how the seafood is prepared and what is available.

Crossing to the Island

A description from June 2025 mentions a speedboat crossing from Tân Thành Beach in Kê Gà to Kê Gà Island for a visit to the lighthouse. Check local operating conditions for the crossing before travelling.

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