Diving in Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham

Explore 19 dive sites in Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham, Vietnam. Ocean conditions, marine species, and dive centres.

Best Time to Dive in Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham

The warmest water temperatures in Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham occur in August, averaging 30.7°C. The coolest conditions are in January at 24.1°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 24.1°C
  • February: 24.3°C
  • March: 25.7°C
  • April: 27.0°C
  • May: 28.8°C
  • June: 30.3°C
  • July: 30.2°C
  • August: 30.7°C
  • September: 30.3°C
  • October: 29.2°C
  • November: 27.3°C
  • December: 25.4°C

Marine Life in Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham

Home to 41 recorded species including 28 reef fish, 7 sea snails & nudibranchs, 3 sharks & rays, 2 other, 1 crabs & lobsters.

Dive Site Difficulty in Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham

Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham has 1 beginner dive sites - suitable for divers of all levels.

Recommended Packing List for Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham

Based on average water temperature of 27.8°C, currents 8 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 28°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories

Marine Protected Areas in Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham

  • Tam Giang-Cau Hai - Wetland Protected Area (IUCN Category Not Reported)
  • Cồn Cỏ - Marine Protected Area (IUCN Category Not Reported)
  • Cu Lao Cham (marine) - Marine Protected Area (IUCN Category Not Reported)
  • Dao Ly Son - Marine Protected Area (IUCN Category Not Reported)
  • Hai Van-Hon Son Tra - Marine Protected Area (IUCN Category Not Reported)
  • Cù Lao Chàm-Hội An - UNESCO-MAB Biosphere Reserve (IUCN Category Not Applicable)

Getting to Hoi An & Cu Lao Cham - Nearest Airports

  • Da Nang International Airport (DAD), Da Nang - 30 km away, approx 48 min travel time
  • Pakse International Airport (PKZ), Pakse - 290 km away, approx 331 min travel time
  • Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX), Sanya (Tianya) - 295 km away, approx 337 min travel time

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