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Hon Mun Island attracts a lot of visitors each year (Source: Collected)
Located in the island system of Nha Trang bay and as one of the four most beautiful islands in the area, Hon Mun Island impresses tourists with the unique beauty of its black rocks, the turquoise color of the crystal-clear sea and the smoothness of long sandy beaches. Every year, the island attracts a large number of visitors coming to relax and explore.
1. Where is Hon Mun Island? How far is it from Nha Trang City?
Hon Mun Island is located to the south of Hon Tre Island, about 10 kilometers away from Cau Da port and 14 kilometers away from Nha Trang city center. As the first nature reserve in Vietnam, Hon Mun is known as “Southeast Asia’s aquarium” as it possesses a diverse ecosystem with many rare marine species and beautiful coral reefs.
Hon Mun marine protected area is the first nature reserve in Vietnam (Source: Collected)
To reach Hon Mun, first you need to get to Nha Trang. Then, rent a motorbike or grab a taxi to go to Cau Da port and take a canoe or boat to the island. Currently, the canoe fare is VND 300,000/person (about $14), the boat fare is VND 250,000/person (about $11). Travel time for each means of transport is about 20 and 30 minutes, respectively.
2. The best time to visit Hon Mun Island in Nha Trang
The local weather here is mild, so you can visit the island at any time of the year. However, the ideal time to visit Hon Mun Island is from April to July. This is the dry season which is very suitable for sightseeing and snorkeling.
On the other hand, you should refrain from going to the island from September to November because there are a few storms in these months, which makes it not safe for tourists to try underwater activities.
It is best to visit Hon Mun marine protected area from July to September (Source: Collected)
3. Things to do in Hon Mun Island: 7 indispensable experiences to try
3.1. Admire the beautiful marine ecosystem
Hon Mun Island is the first nature reserve in Vietnam with about 1,500 marine species, including 350 different species of coral. Here, visitors have a chance to walk on the seabed, which will truly be a novel experience. Walking in this underwater “aquarium”, you will explore the vast ocean with caves up to tens of meters deep and a system of colorful coral reefs.
3.2. Join some fantastic adventurous sports
Coming to Hon Mun Island in Nha Trang, visitors will be delighted to immerse themselves in the cool, blue water. Especially, the seawater here is so clear that you can see rocks and swimming fish under your feet.
If you want to challenge yourself with unique experiences, you can try some water games such as paragliding, windsurfing or kayaking. Skydiving is also an activity that attracts many tourists, especially young people. You will have a chance to admire the whole perfect beauty of Hon Mun Island while flying in the air.
The beautiful marine ecosystem at Hon Mun Island
3.3. Go snorkeling to see colorful coral reefs
Snorkeling is an activity favored by many people when they come to Hon Mun Island. On summer days, the sea is calm and clear, the coral reefs are more visible and colorful, making the scenery under the sea as shimmering and fanciful as a real paradise.
When snorkeling, visitors will be equipped with specialized diving equipment including outfit, propellers, oxygen tanks, glasses, etc. All the diving tours here have experts who will guide you through basic regulations before jumping into the sea. Therefore, your underwater experience will be completely safe.
3.4. Take a glass bottom boat to contemplate the sea
Riding a glass bottom boat is often a favorite activity of the elderly or children who can’t dive underwater. The sea of Hon Mun is so clear that from the boat, you can easily see the colorful coral reefs or the swimming schools of fish which will all create a shimmering brilliant sight.
Observe the underwater world through the glass pane (Source: Collected)
3.5. Explore the fancy black rock caves
Black rock caves are the typical highlight that is only present in the beautiful Hon Mun Island. These caves are located on the east side of the island. Because the island is quite small, you can go to the caves on foot and take in the scenery along the way.
3.6. Experience fishing right at the sea
For those who love fishing and want to fish offshore, you can rent a boat to go to the sea. In the middle of the vast sea, holding your fishing rod and waiting for the fish to bite while admiring the beautiful scenery will definitely be an unforgettable experience.
3.7. Chill at the unique floating bar
The floating bar is a unique highlight which makes Hon Mun different from other islands in Nha Trang. Here, you can relax in the cool water, sip a delicious cocktail while floating in the middle of the sea.
Enjoy your food and drink while floating in the middle of Hon Mun sea (Source: Collected)
4. Information about the ticket prices of Hon Mun Island Nha Trang
Currently, the ticket price for Hon Mun Island includes:
- Entrance fee: VND 22,000/adult, VND 11,000/child (about $1 and 0.5, respectively)
- Snorkeling fee: VND 500,000/person (about $23)
- Basket boat fee: VND 50,000/adult, VND 10,000/child (about $2 and 0.5, respectively)
Visitors can travel to Hon Mun by themselves or by tour, but for convenience, a Hon Mun tour in a day will be a reasonable option. There are many tours with prices ranging from VND 400,000 to 600,000 (about $18 – 27). These tours usually include tickets for snorkeling, dining, visiting a few nearby spots such as Hon Mot, Hon Mieu, etc.
5. What to eat on your tour Hon Mun Nha Trang?
Lobster, king crab, and oyster are famous specialties of Hon Mun Island that are loved by many tourists. Here, the seafood is bought directly from fishermen who went offshore fishing, so it is extremely fresh. You can enjoy the seafood at restaurants or hold your own beach BBQ parties.
The sea of Hon Mun is the home of king crabs. There are many dishes made from king crab for visitors to choose from. This kind of crab is often considered as a luxury food because of the delicious and greasy taste of its meat.
King crab is a must-try specialty when you come to Hon Mun marine park (Source: Collected)
Visitors often combine Hon Mun Island with nearby Nha Trang tourist sites in their itinerary such as Hon Mot or Hon Tre Island. If you come to Hon Tre, you should definitely visit VinWonders Nha Trang. This top-rated amusement park has beautiful landscapes and countless attractive entertainment games for you to try.
Known as the park of records, here, tourists have a chance to challenge themselves with the 880-meter-long zipline – the steepest, longest and highest zipline in Vietnam. If not a thrill seeker, you can feast your eyes on the million-dollar masterpiece – Tata Show instead. Or you can try a lot of other fantastic activities that will surely blow your mind here.
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Hon Mun Island is an attractive tourist destination that you should not miss out on if you come to the beautiful coastal city of Nha Trang. Having a poetic natural scenery and diverse marine ecosystem, this is the ideal place for you to relax and enjoy unforgettable moments with your friends and families.
