

Best for beginner divers, 5-16m, boat entry, mild current.
Bai Nhau is a reef site located 1000 metres off Whale Island, Vietnam. The site features a sandy patch suitable for skills practice alongside areas of coral. Divers can expect depths ranging from 5 to 16 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 10 and 25 metres. Access to the site is by boat only. The water temperature fluctuates between 25C and 29C throughout the year. Night diving is available at this location. Divers should be aware of sharp coral present in the area. Guided tours and air fills are available through local facilities.
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Book dives during the morning window of 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for the best sunlight and clearest water before afternoon currents stir the seabed.
Access is via a 15 to 20 minute speedboat ride from the Nha Trang pier.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-16m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
The site has a depth range of 5 to 16 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Yes, Bai Nhau is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
Access to Bai Nhau is by boat only, as it is located 1000 metres from the shore.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow sandy patches and coral structures may be accessible for snorkelling depending on local tour arrangements.
Water temperatures range from 25C in January and February to 29C between July and October.
Diving at Bai Nhau in Nha Trang requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Bai Nhau in Nha Trang. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Bai Nhau in Nha Trang are February, March, April, May, June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.