

Best for beginner divers, 2-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Hon Tai is a small, uninhabited island within the Cham Islands archipelago, featuring a reef that fringes its northern shore. The site offers depths ranging from 2 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Divers and snorkellers can explore the reef structure, which is home to hard and soft corals, crinoids, giant clams, and starfish. Access to the site is by boat, located 19 kilometres from the shore. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 24C to 30C. Divers should be aware of sharp coral present on the reef.
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Hon Tai Island is a strictly-protected zone of the Cham Islands Marine Protection Area, making it difficult to access without an organized tour.
Access is primarily via boat tours departing from Cua Dai Pier.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 20m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners with an average depth of 10 metres.
The depth at this site ranges from 2 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
No, boat access is required to reach Hon Tai, which is located 19 kilometres from the shore.
Yes, Hon Tai is a popular location for snorkelling tours and holds a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5.
Water temperatures range from 24C in January and February to 30C in September.
Diving at Hon Tai in Hoi An requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Hon Tai in Hoi An. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Hon Tai in Hoi An are June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.