

Best for beginner divers, 6m, boat entry, mild current.
Northern Reef in Nha Trang, Vietnam, is a shallow reef site suitable for beginners. Divers typically explore the area at an average depth of 6 metres, with a maximum depth of approximately 6.4 metres. Access to the site is by boat, and conditions generally feature mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 15 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 25C and 29C throughout the year. Divers should be aware of sharp coral present in the area. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, which are very common, as well as various uncommon species such as harlequin shrimp, ornate ghostpipefish, zebra lionfish, and several types of moray eels.
12.17210, 109.30000
The best time for diving in Nha Trang is from March to September when the sea is calm and water is clear.
Access to dive sites is typically provided via boat or canoe transfers from Nha Trang.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Species recorded around this area include very common wrasses, as well as uncommon sightings of harlequin shrimp, ornate ghostpipefish, zebra lionfish, broadclub cuttlefish, regal angelfish, laced moray, leaf scorpionfish, titan triggerfish, indian lionfish, snowflake moray, comet, chromodoris nudibranch, and zebra moray.
Yes, this site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 6 metres and mild currents.
The site has an average depth of 6 metres, with recorded depths reaching approximately 6.4 metres.
Northern Reef requires boat access.
Given the shallow depth of 6 metres, the site is accessible for snorkelling, though it is primarily utilised as a dive site.
Diving at Northern Reef in Nha Trang requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Northern Reef in Nha Trang. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Northern Reef in Nha Trang are March, April, May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Northern Reef in Nha Trang typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Northern Reef in Nha Trang typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.