Diving to see coral in Nha Trang - Should I go to Hon Mun or Coral Bay?

diving to see coral in Nha Trang

Diving to see coral in Nha Trang

Diving in Nha Trang is the most attractive activity for tourists besides the experiences at famous amusement parks or long white sand beaches. Nha Trang's marine ecosystem is extremely rich with beautiful coral forests.

But you still do not understand clearly about diving activities in Nha Trang.

You are wondering if you can't swim, can't dive, are nearsighted, have elderly people and children in your family, can you still dive in Nha Trang?.

Don't worry, join in Nha Trang Island Tour There are many different forms of scuba diving, always meeting the maximum needs of tourists. Let's find out the 3 most popular scuba diving activities in Nha Trang.

Diving to see coral in Nha Trang
Snorkeling at Hon Mun Island Nha Trang

Should I go to Hon Mun or Coral Bay for diving?

Should go to Hon Mun or Coral Bay is the choice of destination for diving of many tourists. We say right away, to go diving to see coral, you must go to Hon Mun Island. The coral reef reserve here has many rare and diverse species. Hon Mun Island has clear blue water, many types of fish to see. But it is suitable for those who are good at swimming and diving. If you want to see coral but are not good at swimming, you can choose Coral Bay to buy scuba diving service or walk on the seabed. There will be a diving expert with you. A diver will have a diving expert accompanying him.

Diving to see coral in Nha Trang
Scuba diving at Nha Trang Coral Bay

3 outstanding coral diving activities in Nha Trang

Snorkeling in Nha Trang (Snorkeling in Nha Trang)

Reference price: from 450,000 VND/person (service includes shuttle bus, driver, tour guide, lunch, visit to Hon Mun, snorkeling equipment).

Snorkeling in Nha Trang is the most popular experience for tourists, because it is low cost, simple, does not require swimming or diving skills, suitable for the majority of tourists. You just need to wear the necessary equipment, face down and move freely on the water surface to observe the coral reefs right below.

diving to see coral in Nha Trang
Scuba diving service to feed fish at Nha Trang Coral Bay

The advantage of snorkeling is that it is cheap and quite safe, but it also has its own disadvantages. That is, you can only dive close to the shore, see the coral reefs near the water surface, of course, not as beautiful as the coral in less visited places and with deeper water.

Diving to see coral in Nha Trang
Snorkeling at Hon Mun Nha Trang

Necessary equipment for snorkeling 

Life jacket: life jacket helps your whole body float on the water, ensuring your safety as well as avoiding collision with coral. Those who are good swimmers will feel uncomfortable and inconvenient, however you should still wear a life jacket to protect yourself from coral.

Goggles: protect your eyes and nose from seawater, while ensuring you can clearly see the corals underwater.

Snorkel: allows you to breathe underwater without having to lift your head up. Remember to breathe through your mouth. If you breathe through your nose, the steam will stick to the goggles, blocking your vision. If you are not used to it, you can practice breathing through your mouth on land before going into the water.

Who is Snorkeling suitable for?

Who can snorkel: almost everyone can participate, from the elderly to children and even those who cannot swim. However, those who are nearsighted will have difficulty when snorkeling. snorkeling and need tour operators to provide diving goggles for nearsighted people.

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Sea Walker Nha Trang

Reference price: 800,000 VND/person (this price does not include underwater photography and filming).

Sea walking is the most popular activity when going on a tour of 3 islands in Nha Trang. You will wear a special helmet like an astronaut's helmet and be taken to the bottom of the sea by staff, at a depth of 3 to 5 meters.

diving to see coral in Nha Trang
Seawalking at Nha Trang Coral Bay

Then you will walk normally as on land, looking closely at the colorful coral reefs that are nurtured and preserved, and the giant schools of fish surrounding you like in the animal world programs often seen.

Necessary equipment when experiencing Sea Walker service (Walking on the seabed)

Specialized helmets provide oxygen for you to breathe normally underwater. The helmet will protect your head, prevent water from entering, help you breathe comfortably and observe the beautiful scenery around.

You don't need any other equipment, just a handsome "6-pack" staff member who will show you around and ensure your safety.

Who is the Sea Walking Tour suitable for?

Who can participate in sea walking: children from 5 years old to people under 80 years old can experience it. It doesn’t matter if you can’t swim or dive.

Guests with a history of heart disease, high blood pressure, or ear, nose, and throat diseases SHOULD NOT participate.

Scuba Diving in Nha Trang

Reference price: 600,000 VND/person (this price does not include underwater photography and filming).

Scuba diving in Nha Trang is the most selective of the three types above, but it is also an activity where you can freely explore the magical ocean world full of unexpected surprises.

diving to see coral in Nha Trang
Scuba diving

With diving, you must carry a lot of equipment, know how to swim, and ensure good health and mental stability before diving.

Necessary equipment when experiencing scuba diving service

Masks, fins, scuba tanks, snorkels, specialized diving gear and other equipment.

Nha Trang scuba diving tour is suitable for everyone

Participants: Children from about 10 years old can participate in the basic scuba diving course. The prerequisite is that you are healthy enough. Those with lung, ear, heart, allergy problems, etc. need to carefully consult the diving experts.

Diving to see coral in Nha Trang
Seawalking at Nha Trang Coral Bay

Ideal places to dive and see coral in Nha Trang

Check out the most beautiful coral diving spots in Nha Trang: Hon Mun Island, Hon Tam Nha Trang, Tranh Beach, Coral Bay, Mini Beach Nha Trang.

Nha Trang coral diving tours you should not miss

You should combine snorkeling, sea walking, and a 3-island tour in Nha Trang to have a complete day tour.

Diving to see coral in Nha Trang
Scuba Diving Service Nha Trang (Scuba Diving)

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Notes when diving to see coral in Nha Trang

All diving equipment is prepared for you by the tour provider, so you do not need to buy and bring it when diving to see the coral in Nha Trang.

When snorkeling in Nha Trang, you should only swim in the area designated by the tour guide. There are many ships and canoes passing by in the outside areas. If you swim outside, it is very dangerous.

All types of diving in Nha Trang have their own notes, please listen carefully to the instructions from the tour guide and follow them.

Corals are protected species and if they are badly affected, it will also have a negative impact on the environment. So absolutely do not touch or break the coral.

You should bring items to protect your skin from the sun such as sunscreen, sunglasses, wide-brimmed hats, jackets, umbrellas, etc. Remember to apply sunscreen at least 30 minutes before going into the water and reapply after getting out of the water.

At the same time, you should not throw bottles, plastic bags, etc. into the sea. John's Tours ships have trash bins. Or if you go by canoe, you can throw trash in the bins located on the islands. Together with Island Tour Company, let's raise awareness of protecting the marine environment.

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