

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Hon Bac in Nha Trang, Vietnam, offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring a reef, wall, and cave system. Suitable for beginners, the site reaches depths between 5 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Access is by boat only, and divers should be prepared for moderate currents. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. The site supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates common to the region. Divers should exercise caution regarding sea urchins, sharp coral, and stonefish. Facilities at the location include parking, toilets, showers, and a cafe.
12.33730, 109.31640
After two dives or more over a single day you must wait 18 hours minimum before flying.
Boat transfers are provided from the harbor after a pick-up from your hotel.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-28°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
The site supports a range of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region's habitat.
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Hon Bac is a boat-only dive site.
Divers should be aware of sea urchins, sharp coral, and stonefish.
Diving at Hon Bac in Nha Trang requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Hon Bac in Nha Trang. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Hon Bac in Nha Trang are April, May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Hon Bac in Nha Trang. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Hon Bac in Nha Trang typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.