Diving in Nha Trang
Why dive here
Nha Trang offers some of Vietnam's richest diving, with 176+ marine species recorded in the area - including giant moray eels, sea turtles and pufferfish. Water ranges 25-30°C, warmest May, June, September.
Nha Trang has long been Vietnam’s dive hub, and we think it earns that reputation for straightforward, colourful diving. Mostly, you’ll be exploring the reefs within the Hon Mun Marine Protected Area, and we’re big fans of the soft coral displays here. Expect plenty of nudibranchs if you’ve got a good eye, and for macro lovers, there’s a solid chance of spotting seahorses tucked into the coral. What we love most about Nha Trang is its accessibility. The dive sites are generally shallow and calm, making it a brilliant spot for newer divers or those looking for an easy day out underwater. Visibility hovers around 10-15 metres on a good day, but sometimes drops lower, so don’t expect wide-angle perfection. Instead, focus on the details: the Cleaner Mimic darting around, the tiny Sidespotted Dragonets on the sand, or a bold Grammistes Blenny peeking from a crevice. We’ve had some cracking dives just watching the Bicolor Chromis schooling above the coral heads. Dive early to beat the crowds, especially at more popular sites, and keep an eye out for Centreboard Leatherjackets schooling in the blue. It’s not grand pelagic action, but for relaxed, colourful reef time, Nha Trang is a solid choice.
Nha Trang Dive Site Map
Dive sites and dive centres in Nha Trang
Nha Trang Dive Sites
50 dive sites in Nha Trang
90167TS
Okay, let's talk about the Fishing Boat Wreck, or 90167TS as some of the charts call it. It sits at a comfortable 15 meters, making it a great option if you’re looking for a relaxed dive without much fuss. We've spent a fair bit of time here, and it's our pick for a chill afternoon dive when you want something a bit different from the usual reef. The wreck itself is a wooden fishing boat, broken into a few sections. You can easily swim through some of the larger gaps in the hull, feeling the cool water swirl around as you pass from one compartment to another. Sunlight filters through the gaps in the deck, illuminating schools of small glassfish that pulse in the shadows. Look closely, and you’ll often spot ornate ghost pipefish camouflaged amongst the broken planks, and a surprising number of moray eels peering out from cracks in the hull. It's not a massive wreck, but there's enough to explore for a good 40 minutes, particularly if you take your time to poke into every corner. We love how the reef has really started to reclaim it, with soft corals sprouting from the timbers. It's a nice easy dive, perfect for photographers or anyone keen on a gentle wreck experience.
Angel Dive
Angel Dive often gets overlooked for some of the flashier sites around Nha Trang, but honestly, we think that’s a mistake. Drift past a gentle slope, maybe 12 to 18 metres, nothing too deep, but it’s the sheer density of life here that catches your eye. We've spent entire dives just hovering, watching the drama unfold. Our favourite spot is usually around the smaller coral bommies; that's where you'll find the blotchfin scorpionfish perfectly camouflaged, almost daring you to spot them. Keep an eye out for the halfmoon triggerfish zipping by, alongside clouds of silver-streaked rainbowfish that just shimmer in the sunlight. The coral grouper and rock cod are usually lurking too, masters of their territory. It's a really relaxed dive, perfect for photographers wanting to take their time or for newer divers building confidence. Don’t rush it. Take it slow, look closely, and you’ll be amazed at what surfaces.
An Phú 168
An Phú 168 isn’t just a wreck, it’s a story, and we love how accessible it is for divers who want to get a feel for Nha Trang’s underwater history. This isn't some deep, dark mystery; the stern sits upright in a very polite 9 metres, so you’ve got plenty of bottom time to poke around. The wreck itself, a Vietnamese cargo ship, has a real presence. You can swim through the gaping holds, watching schooling rabbitfish flicker in and out of the shadows cast by the hull. It’s a great spot for macro life, too. Keep an eye out for tiny porcelain crabs hiding in the anemones that have taken root on the metalwork, and we’ve often spotted ornate ghost pipefish camouflaged against the encrusting corals. The visibility here can vary, but on a good day, with the sun filtering down, the light play inside the wreck is genuinely beautiful. Our tip? Go early in the morning before any crowds arrive; the site feels more atmospheric then, and the light is usually at its best. It’s perfect for newer wreck divers or photographers keen on a leisurely exploration.
ASOGAWA MARU (POSSIBLY)
The *Asogawa Maru* (or what we strongly suspect is her) lies on a sandy bottom at 26 metres, and for Nha Trang, she’s a standout. This isn't one of those wrecks picked clean by time; she still holds her shape, a proper skeleton of a ship. We love dropping down and watching her emerge from the blue, a dark silhouette slowly taking on detail: the massive propeller, the remains of the superstructure, the sheer scale of it all. Exploring the *Asogawa Maru* feels like stepping back into a moment in time. There’s a quiet solemnity to it. You can swim through the holds, imagining cargo long gone, and poke around the engine room, which is still remarkably intact. Schools of fusiliers often swirl around the masts, and we’ve seen some seriously chunky groupers lurking in the deeper shadows. Keep an eye out for the resident moray eels peeking from every crevice. Our top tip? Go early. You might just have her all to yourself, and the visibility tends to be at its best before the day boats arrive.
BANGOS & DALAG
Bangos & Dalag. This isn't your pristine, perfectly preserved wreck. No, this tug vessel, sunk back in '68, is more of a skeleton now, spread across the seabed in two main sections. We love it precisely because of that decay. It’s a proper historical site, tangled and encrusted, letting you imagine the rough seas that dragged it down. You'll start by dropping onto the larger section, often the stern, with its propeller still identifiable. Look closely, and you'll spot moray eels tucked into every crevice, their heads peeking out. Then, it's a swim across a sandy patch to the bow, which sits upright, more recognisably ship-like. The currents here can be a bit tricky, so we always suggest timing your dive for slack tide. What really makes Bangos & Dalag for us is the sheer volume of schooling fish. Barracuda often hang in shimmering clouds above the wreck. On one dive, we drifted over a school of jacks so dense, it felt like swimming through a silver curtain. It’s a site for divers who appreciate history, the beauty of decay, and a healthy dose of pelagic action, rather than just pretty corals.
BD 91549 TS
The BD 91549 TS wreck in Nha Trang is a former fishing vessel, now resting at 50 metres. It’s a good deep dive, suited for those with advanced certs looking for something a bit different from the usual reef dives here. We've seen groupers hanging out in the darker recesses and schools of small snapper flitting around the rigging. The structure itself is still quite intact, offering some decent swim-throughs into what would have been the holds, just be mindful of potential silt-out in tighter spots. It’s a quiet site, generally, so you often have it to yourselves.
BD 98839 TS
The BD 98839 TS wreck in Nha Trang is an interesting dive if you like exploring something a bit different. It’s a fishing vessel, tangled and broken, resting at 23 meters. We’ve found quite a few schooling fusiliers here, swirling around the remains of the bridge, and sometimes a few grumpy scorpionfish tucked into the more sheltered parts of the hull. It’s a good, solid wreck dive for those comfortable with deeper sites, offering a chance to see how the sea reclaims what's lost, turning old steel into new homes.
BV 95568TS
The BV 95568TS wreck sits upright on a sandy bottom at 31 metres, a ghost of Nha Trang’s fishing past. It’s a solid dive, offering a good penetration for those with the right training, but even from the outside, it’s a compelling sight. We love cruising along the deck, peering into the cargo hold, and imagining the catches this vessel once brought in. Over the years, the wreck has become an artificial reef. Schools of fusiliers swirl around the mast, so thick they occasionally block out the sun, and we’ve spotted moray eels peeking from shadowy crevices within the hull. Look closely along the deck plates for scorpionfish, masters of camouflage, and if you’re lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of a passing trevally. For photographers, the upright structure, with its dramatic silhouettes against the blue, provides some excellent framing opportunities. It’s a site that rewards multiple visits; you’ll always spot something new lurking in its shadows.
Debbie s Beach
Debbie's Beach is a straightforward shore dive, good for getting wet and checking gear. You'll likely see a few smaller reef fish and some macro life if you look closely. It’s a convenient spot for beginners or anyone wanting an easy entry, rather than a destination for big pelagics or dramatic corals. We'd suggest it for check dives or a relaxed afternoon dip.
EIYO MARU
The Eiyo Maru is our favourite wreck in Nha Trang, hands down. Yes, it’s a deep dive, pushing 40 metres, but for those with the training, it’s absolutely worth the bottom time. This Japanese tanker, torpedoed in 1945, rests upright and largely intact, a testament to its formidable size – 140 metres long. Descending onto the main deck, you immediately feel the scale of the disaster, the sheer tonnage of the steel. We love exploring the huge cargo holds, now open to the blue, where schools of fusiliers swirl so thick they momentarily block the light. Keep an eye on the deck for octopus and the occasional large grouper lurking in the shadows. Penetration isn't really an option here, not safely anyway, but there's plenty to see on the exterior, especially around the stern with its massive rudder and prop. The engine room superstructure is also fascinating, a jumble of twisted metal colonised by sponges and colourful soft corals. This site really suits experienced wreck divers who appreciate history and a bit of a challenge.
Electric Nose
Electric Nose is a mellow site in Nha Trang, typically done as a drift dive. We've often seen schools of fusiliers and the occasional cuttlefish here, along with smaller reef fish tucked into crevices. It's a solid choice for newer divers looking to get comfortable with current, or for anyone wanting a relaxed dive after exploring the deeper spots. The lack of challenging features makes it a good day out for an easy dive.
Fei Yua 9
Fei Yua 9 is a bit of a local legend for us in Nha Trang, a shallow wreck that delivers way more character than its depth suggests. We’re talking about an old fishing boat, probably from the 70s or 80s, now completely consumed by the reef. It’s only seven meters deep, so your bottom time stretches forever here, perfect for photographers or just soaking it all in. You'll fin around the skeletal remains of the hull, the wooden planks long gone, replaced by a riot of soft corals and anemones. Schools of small barracuda often hover over the deck, glinting in the sunlight that filters down, and we've seen cuttlefish here more times than we can count, often tucked into little crevices. Our favourite part? The engine room. It’s easily penetrable for certified wreck divers, just be mindful of silting. Inside, you’ll find nudibranchs crawling over the rusty machinery and tiny glassfish darting through the beams. It’s a gentle exploration, really, a peek into the past and a bustling marine apartment complex all at once. The current can pick up a bit around the bow, so keep an eye out, especially if you’re focusing on macro shots.
Nha Trang Dive Centres
7 dive shops and operators in Nha Trang
Ocean Wildlife in Nha Trang
176 species recorded in Nha Trang
Nha Trang Daylight & Sunrise/Sunset
Sunrise and sunset times for Nha Trang, calculated from coordinates
Today - Monday 24 August
Sunrise
05:33
Sunset
18:00
Daylight
12h 27m
Golden Hour
17:32
First light (dawn) at 05:12 · Last light (dusk) at 18:22
Monthly Averages
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 06:09 | 17:37 | 11h 28m |
| Feb | 06:06 | 17:50 | 11h 44m |
| Mar | 05:52 | 17:55 | 12h 3m |
| Apr | 05:32 | 17:56 | 12h 24m |
| May | 05:20 | 18:01 | 12h 42m |
| JunLongest | 05:19 | 18:10 | 12h 51m |
| Jul | 05:26 | 18:14 | 12h 47m |
| AugNow | 05:33 | 18:05 | 12h 33m |
| Sep | 05:33 | 17:46 | 12h 12m |
| Oct | 05:34 | 17:26 | 11h 52m |
| Nov | 05:42 | 17:16 | 11h 34m |
| DecShortest | 05:57 | 17:21 | 11h 24m |
Times are approximate local times based on longitude. Actual times may vary slightly depending on the exact timezone observed in Nha Trang.
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Marine Protected Areas near Nha Trang
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