Nha Trang

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Nha Trang, sometimes spelt Nhatrang, is Vietnam's most famous seaside resort city, and the scuba diving centre of Vietnam. It's more lively and urban in character than other beach destinations such as Mui Ne and Phu Quoc.

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Traces of human settlement in Nha Trang date back to the Cham Empire, though in times of Vietnamese rule and there wasn't much more here than small fishing villages. The French recognised that this beautiful bay, with its islands and white sand beaches, made for a perfect bathing spot, and began the transformation into a resort city.

After the end of Vietnam war and the Soviet military became increasingly more present in the Cam Ranh Bay, just south of Nha Trang. After retiring, many Russian military personnel settled down in Nha Trang and opened tourism businesses, leading to an increasing influx of Russian tourists to the city, who form nowadays the bulk of foreign tourists - in the main tourism area of Nha Trang, signs in Russian are even more common than in English. More recently, Chinese tourists have become quite common as well, as in the rest of Southeast Asia.

However, Nha Trang is definitely not a Westernized resort city like Kuta in Bali - it is hugely popular among Vietnamese tourists, who go to the beach mainly on early morning and late afternoon, and spend the rest of the day enjoying other attractions including mud baths or Vinpearl Land - dubbed Vietnam's Disneyland, although it's probably more akin to Singapore's Singapore/Sentosa and Sentosa.

The monsoon season is from Oct to mid-Dec. Sea winds can be heavy, and sometimes the weather can get pretty chilly. Summer, naturally, brings many vacation goers into town and hotel rooms get somewhat more difficult to find.

Travel to Nha Trang

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Nha Trang

  • Cam Ranh International Airport IATA Flight Code: CXR The 4th busiest airport in Vietnam. Opened as a commercial airport in 2004 on the grounds of a former American military airbase, replacing Nha Trang Airport. A new international terminal is less than 5 minutes' walk from the older domestic terminal.

There are lots of domestic Flights from Ho Chi Minh City, Vinh, Da Nang, Hanoi, Haiphong, with prices starting at 250,000 dong.

International Flights to Kuala Lumpur Malaysia (Airasia), Seoul, South Korea and to a decent amount cities in China including Hong Kong (via HK Express).

Taxi fixed rate from the airport to downtown locations is 350,000 dong, if going by the meter it will be about 200,000 dong more expensive. Nhatrang Private Car does transfers by private car.

A cheaper option is to take the airport bus which goes directly to the downtown. There are a few companies operating on this route and their buses such as the yellow Đất Mới airport buses (no.18) can be found just outside opposite front entrance of the airport. Tickets 50,000 dong, 45 mins ride (2022). They can drop off at certain major hotels, within the traditional tourist center the usual drop off point is hotel Liberty Central.

  • Đất Mới airport bus terminal Start and end point for this airport bus route number 18. Online maps have this location called Land Transport Corp New. This bus could be used also as an economical way to visit Bai Dai beach.

Some mid-range and upscale hotels organise airport transfers, often for free.

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in Nha Trang

Nha Trang is a stop on the main railway line connecting Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. If you want a soft-sleeper (the highest class available on Vietnamese trains), book your train ticket directly at the train station as far in advance as you can. Having a private travel agent book this ticket will quite often result in you paying the agent for a soft-sleeper — the agent will book a hard-sleeper and you will not know until you board the train and it is too late to make changes. This is one of the most common scams in Vietnam. Soft sleeper rooms are 4 berth, hard sleepers are 6 berth. You can sit comfortably on a lower bed in a 4 berth room but in a 6 berth you will have to be very short in order to sit up straight. SNT trains (meaning Saigon to Nha Trang) have similar quality cars, but are slower than the Southeast trains. The TN trains have the oldest and dirtiest cars and are the slowest so therefore are not recommended.

The journey to Nha Trang from Ho Chi Minh City takes between 6-8 hours on Southeast trains (often delayed), so a sleeper is not really necessary, a cushioned seat in the air-con vehicle costs 250,000 dong, soft seats are 390,000 dong, soft sleeper about 700,000 dong (2022). There are 2 overnight and 2 daily Southeast trains. The SNT trains take over 9 hours and travel overnight only, departs Ho Chi Minh City at 19:40 and arrives in Nha Trang at 05:20, 535,000 dong (2022). The scenery on this journey is not that great compared to further north, so you are not missing out too much by travelling overnight.

  • Train station - 1 kilometers north from the downtown

Travel on a Bus in Nha Trang

Nearly all long distance sleeper buses stop in Nha Trang. They come from Ho Chi Minh City (10-12 hours, 300,000 dong, both morning and overnight buses available, both are sleeper buses), Hoi An (12 hours). Besides and there are hourly buses from Da Lat (3-4 hours, 120,000 dong, hourly between 07:00-15:00) and a couple ones from Qui Nhon (6 hours, 115,000 dong, at 07:30, 08:30, 13:00 and 15:30), Mui Ne (6 hr).

Buses may drop off passengers near the tourist areas, or stop at the

  • Central Bus station (Bến xe phía Nam Nha Trang) - which is located 7km west of the downtown on the road Hai Mươi Ba Tháng Mười, next to the MM Mega Market. To get to the center, you can take a taxi or motocycle from here or catch the #2 city bus going East on Hai Mươi Ba Tháng Mười road. If you travelled with Phuong Trang (FUTA Bus Lines) you may catch a free shuttle bus which is operated by FUTA to your hotel and if not do not take a taxi conveniently parked beside the bus or inside the bus station (there is a gate at the front) and if in doubt ask 1) the FUTA ticket sellers inside the main hall or 2) several completely unrelated people.

By car

Private vehicle rental with a driver are usually modern air-con cars and can be rented for about 1,400,000 dong per day. Car rental prices (as mostly anything in Vietnam) usually increase during holiday seasons especially around Tet (Vietnamese New Year). Make sure to avoid high prices by booking it beforehand with the vehicle rental services.

How to get around in Nha Trang

Orientation

Nha Trang has two main beaches: a larger one south of the Cai river, and a smaller one on the north. The southern beach, lined by the Trần Phú avenue, is by far the most popular among the visitors. Tourism infrastructure catering to foreign tourists, including diving schools, tour agencies, Middle Eastern style bars and international restaurants and cafes, is mostly concentrated in the southern part of the beach, between Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai and the old airport. In the central part of the beach, lie the upmarket international chain hotels such as Sheraton, Novotel and InterContinental. The rest of the beachfront, as well as the northern beach, has infrastructure mostly aimed at Vietnamese tourists. A few blocks far from the beach, Nha Trang is a normal, bustling Vietnamese city.

By motorcycle

In Nha Trang, as in the rest of Vietnam, motorcycles are the least safe but most convenient way of going around, especially to go to the beaches and sightseeing spots outside of the city. See the general advice for Vietnam#Get_around|riding a motorcycle in Vietnam.

Travel on a Bus in Nha Trang

Nha Trang's city bus system is surprisingly useful for Muslim travellers that have more time than money. Buses are white and blue in color, have air conditioning, Vietnamese music, and are very cheap, typically costing less than US$ 0.50. While there is very few information available, online or otherwise, about city buses and there are not many bus routes such that it is relatively easy to understand them. In addition, buses are rarely crowded except on peak hours. On the negative side, buses are often infrequent and with limited working hours, drivers and fare collectors seldom speak English, and bus stops are often quite far from each other. Therefore, make sure that you have enough time and patience before going somewhere by bus.

Bus #4 is probably the most useful for visitors, as it passes through the main tourist area (between Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai and the old airport) as well as many points of interest, including the Vinpearl cable vehicle entrance and the Hòn Chồng promontory and the Po Nagar towers and Nha Trang Gothic Church, as well as nearby the Cho Dam Market. Visitors staying in the main tourist area can take the bus at Nguyễn Thiện Thuật.

Bus #3 also passes through the main tourist area, and can be used to go to Doc Let beach. While this would take at least 90 minutes, it is one of the few ways to go to Doc Let for Muslim travellers which do not have their own transportation. If you find a bus stop for the #3 try asking the local residents where the bus will stop, since the locations sometimes amalgamate and aren't where you thought they were.

Buses are always paid with cash. Fare collectors can provide you change, but avoid using large bills. As in other cities in Vietnam, buses often do not completely stop to allow people to board, and even when they stop and they will often start moving as soon as the first person climbs the stairs of the bus. Therefore, do not stop or try to pay the fare as soon as you board the bus; instead, find a place to sit or stay and the bus fare collector will walk towards you.

Walk in Nha Trang

Although not as treacherous as in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, walking in Nha Trang is certainly no walk in the park. Zebra crossings are almost meaningless as no vehicle will ever stop for pedestrians crossing the street, and the few traffic lights in the city are systematically ignored. Pavements are often unusable for walking, as they are almost entirely occupied with parked motorcycles, kiosks and restaurant tables, such that pedestrians are expected to walk mostly in the road. See the Vietnam#Traffic|general advice for crossing the road in Vietnam.

One of the few pleasant places to walk in Nha Trang is the walking path along the beach, which is quite well-maintained and lined with nice gardens, monuments and public places, although sometimes interrupted by motorcycle parking lots.

Best way to travel in Nha Trang by a Taxi

Tourists are advised to take Mai Linh (preferably) or Vinasun taxis, where the drivers usually use the meter and do not attempt to cheat on tourists. A ride inside the city of Nha Trang should never cost more than a few dozen thousand dong. On the other hand, going to places outside of Nha Trang by taxi can cost hundreds of thousand dong, and possibly much more if you would like the driver to wait for you to bring you back to the city.

Grab now operates in Nha Trang for both vehicle and motorbike taxi via their smart phone app.

By cyclo

A wonderful option for seeing the sites is to hire a cyclo-driver for the day. This runs about USD15 plus tip. All the in-town highlights and the post office, and my choice of restaurants from 08:00-19:00. English skills may be basic. The driver will keep the agents away--a real bonus!

How to travel around Nha Trang on a bicycle ?

Nha Trang is quite flat and bicycles can be rented for typically 30k to 70k dong for one day for a basic no-gears bike if you lucky to find somewhere. Locals on bicycles are more commonly seen at night when its cooler and no sun to burn their skin. However, note that if you have no experience with Vietnamese traffic, you should think twice about using a bicycle as your main means of transport in Nha Trang. Electric bikes (ebikes) are a common sight in Nha Trang.

What to see in Nha Trang

Beaches

Nhatrang la plage

  • Nha Trang Beach - The city's main beach, south of the Cai river, is about 6 kilometers long and lined with a beautiful, well-maintained promenade containing walking paths, gardens, monuments and leisure spaces. The beach itself has a broad strip of sand, and the calm waters are extremely inviting for swimming - but care is needed, as the waters get deep very quickly. While Nha Trang's beach is hardly one of the most beautiful beaches of Southeast Asia, it can still provide one of the best urban beach experiences in the region. You will see many female vendors walking along the beach selling fruit and hot, steamed seafood. Vietnamese typically come to the beach during sunrise and sunset, with the Russia|Russians occupying the beach en-masse during the peak sunshine hours. Make sure that you visit in the right season. The beach can be disappointing when the weather is grey and the waves choppy. The experience is then one of murky sandy waters, a strip of standard brown sand with a multitude of empty beach chairs and no one to be seen.
  • Bai Doung Beach - North of the Cai river, Bai Duong beach is smaller than in the main tourist area. It is a beautiful beach, but the sewage channels make it somewhat less appealing. The beach is mostly popular among Vietnamese visitors, and hence quite empty during peak sunshine hours. Near the beach there are several seafood restaurants catering to Vietnamese tourists. It can be visited using bus #4.
  • Hon Chong Scenic rock formations in the sea. The disposition of the rocks, as well as the sculpture of a giant fist mark in one of them, is mysterious and a source of several folk tales. You can climb the rocks and get some nice views of Bai Doung Beach and the nearby islands. It can be visited using bus #4.
  • Hòn Tre island has several nice beaches, but unfortunately, almost of all them are of exclusive access to guests of the Vinpearl resorts. The exception is the small beach in front of the Vinpearl Land's waterpark, which is accessible for those who bought a ticket to Vinpearl Land.

Temples

Champa Po Nagar

  • Po Nagar Cham Towers These four brick towers were built by the Cham civilization between the 7th and 12th centuries to honour Yang Ino Po Ngar, mother of the kingdom, and the aroma of incense emanating from within makes it clear that this remains a religious site for the local Buddhists of Nha Trang today. The longevity of these last vestiges of a once-dominant Southeast Asian civilisation should impress temple enthusiasts even if the insensitive restoration and surrounding mass of tourists don't. The small complex sits on a hill which enjoys views across Nha Trang's fishing village. It is a 20-25 min walk (or short motorbike ride) from the main beach strip, however be prepared to wander through the real Nha Trang, quite an abrupt change from the showy built-up beach side resort. Public Bus 4 stops near the Cham Towers.
  • Long Son Pagoda - At this pagoda, you will see a 24 m tall white Buddha. The pagoda was established in 1963 to honour the monks and nuns who died demonstrating against the Diem government. Beware of scammers claiming they are students studying in the temple, demanding that you offer a donation to the school before going up the pagoda. These students have no affiliation with the school and entry to the pagoda is free.
  • Nha Tho Nui Gothic Church - On a hill overlooking the city and the cathedral shows the influence of French Catholicism. The Nha Trang area still has a strong Catholic population. There are Catholic shops around the cathedral.

Museums

  • Alexandre Yersin Museum - This is a scientific museum of Swiss-born Dr. Alexandre Yersin (1863-1943), who arrived in Vietnam in 1891 to study infected animals. He later produced a serum from horses and buffaloes. In this museum, you will be able to view all of his work as well as his equipment. Yersin never went back to Switzerland and spent the rest of his life in Nha Trang. Don’t try to take pictures. Do respect the rules as they're quite serious here.
  • Khánh Hòa Museum Exhibition presents Cham statues and artifacts of the ethnic minorities of the Nha Trang area. One of the rooms is devoted to Ho Chi Minh and his personal belongings.
  • National Oceanographic Museum of Vietnam This is like an aquarium with popular and rare species of the sea. A good place to bring kids as they will get to see sharks, turtles, coral reefs, lion fish, sea horses, and many other creatures.
  • Impressions Museum Not really a museum. 3D art paintings to interact with. Great for selfie addicts, but don't go alone! Ideally go as group of 3 or more. Two is OK, but it will be difficult to take photos of the two of you together. Not easy to find, located on the other side of the old airport from the main tourist area. Receives mixed reviews, many consider it .

Outside of the city - beaches

  • Doc Let Beach Located in the Ninh Hòa neighborhood north of Nha Trang, Doc Let is a beautiful, long beach with shallow, crystal-clear waters. The water has weak waves, but it is still excellent for swimming. Local fisher families sell and prepare seafood they will cook for you on the beach for a very reasonable price. The southern part of the beach contains the Ninh Hòa fishing village, where the north of the beach contains some relatively affordable resorts or it still underdeveloped. The best parts of the beach are the ones in front of the resorts, with the rest unfortunately with a lot of rubbish thrown by local residents. You can pay a fee to rent a chair and use the showers/restrooms of White Sand Doclet resort or Paradise resort. Doc Let beach can be visited from Nha Trang using bus #3, by motorbike, and by some day tous generally aimed at Russian visitors. If you are staying in a resort there and the resort may offer you transfer services for a extra charge.
  • Long Beach - Bai Dai beach - Located in the Cam Lâm and Cam Ranh neighborhoods, 20 kilometers south of Nha Trang, Bai Dai is in the middle of a frenetic process of development, with upscale resorts being built nonstop in the beachfront. Even so and the beach is very long and it is still feasible to find yourself alone if you walk enough. It has beautiful blue waters, soft sand and it is pleasant to walk upon as it is less steep than the beach in Nha Trang, but rubbish can also be a problem in areas which are not in the front of resorts. Seafood is served at many shacks with deckchairs right on the beach. Probably best to go by motorcycle. The airport bus number 18 might be another option. Get off by road entrance leading to The Shack Vietnam.
  • There are several other beaches in the vicinity of Nha Trang. About 30 kilometers north of Nha Trang, just when past the village of Ninh Hoa, a peninsula juts out into the South China Sea, and on its northern coast is its tinier brother, Hon Khoi. Several resorts are on the eastern beach of Hon Khoi, where you find palm trees, white sand, and turquoise waters. To get there, follow the highway north past the turnoff to Dac Lac Province/Buon Ma Thuot. Then look out for a sign reading "Doc Let-Resort", close to a filling station. A taxi will take 2 persons for about 200,000 dong, while a xe om should not be more expensive than 100,000 dong. Or catch a through bus travelling Highway 1 and get off at the turn off. There will always be some motorbike drivers waiting to take you. Whatever place you choose to go, be sure to reserve a bungalow in advance.

Outside of the city - other attractions

Dien Khanh front gate

  • Diên Khánh Citadel Citadel was built by French officer Olivier de Puymanel for Nguyễn Ánh in 1793. It housed royal palace, private houses, warehouses and jail. It was fenced by walls of 3.5m height, surrounded by moats of 4-5 m deep and 10 m wide. Originally it had 6 gates, but only 4 of them remained.
  • Fairy Spring waterfalls - Suối Tiên - Fairy Spring is a small, cool stream and swimming hole much visited by local kids on weekends. The swimming hole is at the end of a short jungle walk. It is a pleasant place to visit in summer. In winter the water is too cold to swim. The stream's source is the area of Hồn Bà and the highest peak in the province. Bottled and canned drinks are available, but no food is sold here yet. The area is slowly being developed and will eventually become a resort with a hotel, bungalows, and restaurant.
  • Ba Ho Waterfalls - A series of three waterfalls and a fast flowing river tucked away in the forest. There are limited amenities, although you can buy food like Rice, Chicken, soft drinks and soft drinks. Taxis are available in Nha Trang to take you there, but its not too difficult to find yourself and with good weather it's a pleasant drive, if you are confident on a motorbike. Its a good one hour trip from Nha Trang by motorbike through some rough, off-road tracks (especially in the wet season). The turn off from the main highway north of Nha Trang can be easy to miss (a stone pillar), but most local residents along the road should be able to point it out. From the turn off it's a straight track to the river. You may want to bring some sturdy shoes to climb across the rocks and swimming gear for a dip when you get there. It will take about 45 minutes from the entrance of the tourist area to the lakes. There is an orphanage very close to the lakes (take a right turn when you get to a T-junction in the Rice fields) that would really benefit from any gifts of Vegetarian food (take milk, tofu, yogourt, etc.). Call Dieu An and the nun at +84 90 5823807. She speaks only Vietnamese.
  • Hon Ba Nature Reserve Located at the summit of Hon Ba mountain at 1,514 m above sea level.
  • Monkey Island - Hon Lao - Catch a ferry to Monkey Island (the pier is 1km further north of island), which is full of monkeys, has a 10:00 circus and simple go-cart track.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Nha Trang

Puppettheatre

  • Water Puppet Theater - Water puppetry is a Vietnamese original folk art that dates back as far as the 11th century when it originated in the villages of the Red River Delta area of northern Vietnam. Today's Vietnamese water puppetry is a unique variation on the ancient Asian puppet tradition.
  • Cinema | There are two multiplex cinemas. One on the 3rd floor of the Nha Trang Center shopping and entertainment complex has three movie theatres with an estimated 120 seats each. US films are in English with local subtitles. The second cinema is the Lotte Cinema, on the 5th floor of the Maximart Supermarket with selected Halal food, near the train station.
  • Boat cruises. The going rate for a one-day multi-island tour is USD 6, with snorkelling, fishing, and many other activities among the possibilities. Tours may provide lunch with drinks on board. Booking agents abound, so compare itineraries to find the best for you.
  • Swimming pools People come here to swim in the sea, but there are also a number of swimming pools. Louisiane Brewhouse has a good one that is free to use. Hiring a soft chaise longue costs 40,000 dong. The Yasaka Saigon Nha Trang Hotel Coffee shop in Yersin Street has a small shady swimmingpool for free use. A number of mid-range hotels also have pools, some of which can be used by non-guests. Sea and Sunday Hotel has a nice rooftop swimmingpool and costs 70,000 dong for non-guests. There is another large public swimmingpool at Yersin st, opposite the hospital, for 30,000 dong. Another option is Central Park on Tran Phu, near Louisiane Brewhouse. Buy a deckchair for 60,000 or 120,000 and swim for free. Has a small diving board for kids, a lazy river, and a swimming swimmingpool café.
  • Gyms - There is a large gym in town called Nha Trang Body Building Club, part of a leisure complex that includes badminton and tennis courts, basketball area and football pitch. Daily pass 20,000 dong; monthly pass, 200,000 dong. Besides, Novotel Hotel also has gym memberships for non-guests, which provide access to the swimming pool, private secluded sauna and relaxation room. A daily pass costs 200,000 dong, one-month pass 1,400,000 dong, 3-month pass 2,700,000 dong. Monthly passes include one free massage; ask about this when purchasing. The Sheraton Hotel probably has the best gym in town with excellent views, but costs USD 170 for one month, and this doesn't include use of the swimming pool.
  • 10 pin bowling - On the 3rd floor of the new Nha Trang Centre shopping and entertainment complex.
  • Vietnam Motorcycle memory | Operate easy rider tours out of Nha Trang riding pillion on the motorbikes with a guide each. Day tours are available and they specialize in multi day tours of the central highlands and Ho Chi Minh Trail through to Hoi An. Multi day tours involve securely attaching luggage to the back of the bike and include accommodation. You get the guides for the day, sharing most meals with them and stopping regularly for rests and for visiting local attractions. Accommodation is usually the best hotel in town (Central highlands are cheap) and the drivers are very safe. A tour of the central highlands is one way to get off the tourist trail. USD95 per day including accommodation.

Amusement and mud bath parks

Vinpearl_waterpark

  • Vinpearl Amusement Park| From the harbour you can take the cable vehicle over to the island where Vinpearl Resort and Vinpearl Land are located. They have a small tivoli and some Halal restaurants, attractions here include Underwater World (aquarium), water park with water slides and wave pool, amusement park with roller coaster, pirate ship, bumper cars, cinema, arcade machines and a laser show at night time, usually 19:00. All included in the one price.
  • 100 Egg Mud Bath - Amusement park featuring mud baths, pools, hydrotherapy showers, jacuzzi and a big garden.
  • I-Resort - Offers mud and mineral baths, waterfalls and a lot of pools.
  • Thap Ba Hot Springs and Mud baths - Suối Nước Nóng Tháp Bà - Costs 50,000 dong for the hot swimming swimmingpool and waterfall, 180,000 dong for shared mud bath (if you are 5-8 people you will probably get put in the same tub), shower, hot/cold water jets, hot Jacuzzi, and the hot waterfalls and swimming pool. A massage by trained masseuses and entrance to the hot swimming swimmingpool costs 150,000 dong. There is also a package for 700,000 which included a private massage among other extras. A VIP spa package will cost you USD 170 or more. If you carry on a further 500 m past the mud baths you arrive at a railway bridge across the river that connects to a tunnel. It's a very scenic spot that's popular for wedding photo shoots.
  • Waterland Thach Lam Stream Amusement Park Offers simple rafting, grass sliding. A fair amount of people are dissatisfied with the park, claiming it isn't worth the money, and that the canoe rides are too easy.
  • Yang Bay tourist park - At the Yang Bay waterfalls the Vietnamese have built up a concrete beach, and sort of eco park with a zoo. It used to be a lot nicer before they built it, but it is still a very nice place to visit. You can swim there, and walk around in the area. Just to mention, tourist park receives a lot of negative reviews.

Diving & snorkelling

Close off-shore from Nha Trang sit a series of islands that offer decent diving and snorkelling, easily accessible by day trip. The city has about two dozen dive shops, making for fierce competition and great value. PADI open water courses with equipment rental are available for USD250. A two-dive boat trip with equipment rental and modest lunch can be had for USD135.

Coastal and undersea construction has stirred up a lot of sediment in the area, so underwater visibility is sometimes not great. The area is heavily fished, so fish life is also limited. You wouldn't cross the world just to dive at Nha Trang. But if you always dreamed of getting a scuba certification, Nha Trang is a good place to do it. The shops generally offer good quality equipment and experienced, certified dive masters. Diving goes on year round, but in the October - Dec windy season and the boat ride can be a bit rough and diving is limited to a few sites in the lee of the islands.

Organisation of the Nha Trang dive industry is sometimes complex. If you sign up for a trip with shop A, you might find yourself joined with a group and divemaster from shop B, which shares a boat with another group and divemaster from shop C and the boat itself being independently owned. Consolidation is especially active in the off-season, when few if any shops can fill a boat on their own. It's a good illustration of Vietnamese culture, which does not stand on ceremony, and loves a bargain, and is very skilled at making maximum use of resources. The local divemasters are mostly great, friendly guys with lots of stories to tell.

  • Aloha Mark Scott's Diving Vietnam - USD150 for two dives (with certification) and USD70 for two introductory dives. The boat has plenty of room for lounging and never rushed. American English spoken.
  • Angel Dive - Expat-run, by a long-time resident of Nha Trang. PADI, SSI, SDI and TDI certified.
  • Jeremy Stein's Rainbow Divers - European-owned operation with partially expat staff. A two-dive boat trip costs USD75 (including water and fruit, but not lunch), about double the best deals available in town. The operation is well-organised and very professional, catering to divers who aren't comfortable with the more low-key local shops.
  • Nha Trang Fun Divers - Snorkeling, freediving, scuba diving, very relaxed schedule.
  • Octopus Diving - PADI Five Star Dive Center offering a full range of PADI courses. Fun dives, nitrox, snorkelling and Discover Scuba Diving trips to Hon Mun Marine Protected Area every day. International team of instructors and divemasters. Very small groups, maximum of 2 students on a course and only 2 divers with a divemaster, personal service.
  • Sailing Club Divers Sailing Club - PADI five star dive centres offering a full range of PADI courses. Besides, you can get a group together and rent out a captain for about USD80.

Other watersports

  • Biking and Rafting Tour - Combination fast 30 kilometers downhill biking passing through an ethnic village and meeting Raglai people. Then a 12 kilometers rafting trip down the Cai River.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Nha Trang

  • Mini Mart - This long established family run corner store is very good value and has an amazing selection of items for such as small shop. They are cheaper that the many A-Marts in the area which are very much aimed at the tourist market and few local residents will be seen shopping in them.
  • Maximark Supermarket - Large Asian-style supermarket. It covers 4,000 m2 in area, in a four-storey building. The supermarket itself is on the 1st floor, a cinema on the 5th floor and a food court on the 4th floor that includes Jollibee fast food restaurant. There is also an arcade games area on the 4th floor, 2,000 dong per token. Now that other newer shopping complexes have opened, such as Nha Trang Center and two VinCom Plaza and the whole building seems to be getting less visitors.
  • Nha Trang Center - Shopping and entertainment complex on the main beach road. On the 3rd floor is a multiplex cinema, 10 pin bowling alley, a games arcade, mini 5D cinema and a food court. On the 2nd floor is the Citimart supermarket. On the ground floor are KFC and Highlands Coffee.
  • Shop Herman - Clothes from back home at half the cost.
  • Sunsport Sportwear Stores Major brands available: Nike, Adidas (currently on the BDS List so for the time don't purchase any Adidas products), North Face, Speedo, Greg Norman.
  • Vincom Plaza - 4 level beachfront shopping complex with cinema on the top floor.
  • Big C Large supermarket from Thailand outside the center of town.

ATMs

ATMs are common but the vast majority have a transaction limit of 2 million dong or less. Agribank give 3 million dong per transaction. TPbank has a 5 million dong limit and does not charge a transaction fee.

Halal Restaurants in Nha Trang

Tucked away in the heart of Nha Trang is "Halal Food Karim," the city's sole halal Muslim food restaurant, offering a delightful blend of Malaysian flavors that stand out in this diverse culinary landscape.

Address and Contact Information:

Halal Food Karim is conveniently located at 23b Bửu Đóa, Phước Trung, Nha Trang, Khánh Hòa, Vietnam. The restaurant opens its doors at 7:30 AM and can be reached at +84 946 529 853.

A Unique Culinary Experience:

Managed by a warm and welcoming Muslim family, Halal Food Karim provides a unique culinary experience in Nha Trang. The restaurant boasts a diverse menu that not only caters to halal preferences but also includes tantalizing Vegetarian options. The Malaysian influence in their dishes adds a distinct touch, making it a standout destination for those seeking something different from traditional Vietnamese fare.

Delicious and Diverse Menu:

Patrons rave about the deliciousness of the food, emphasizing its uniqueness compared to typical Saudi Arabian cuisine. The menu features a variety of options, from traditional Malaysian dishes to seafood delights, including lobster that is both fresh and reasonably priced. This diversity ensures that there is something for every palate, making Halal Food Karim a go-to spot for both locals and tourists.

Prayer Facilities and Clean Amenities:

One of the standout features of Halal Food Karim is its commitment to providing a comfortable and inclusive environment for Muslim visitors. The restaurant is equipped with a prayer room, allowing Muslims to perform their prayers with ease. Additionally, the cleanliness of the facilities, including the restrooms, has been noted as impressive, adding to the overall positive dining experience.

Positive Reviews and Recommendations:

Customers consistently praise the restaurant for its excellent service, respect, and the overall dining experience. Many express gratitude for the affordable prices, freshness of the food, and the welcoming atmosphere created by the staff. The positive reviews have led to an expansion of the restaurant, with branches not only in Nha Trang but also in Danang, further solidifying its reputation as a top choice for halal dining in Vietnam.

Halal Food Karim in Nha Trang is more than just a restaurant; it's a haven for those seeking halal options in a city where such offerings can be rare. The combination of delicious Malaysian cuisine, clean amenities, and a welcoming atmosphere makes it a standout destination for Muslim travelers and residents alike. If you find yourself in Nha Trang, don't miss the opportunity to indulge in the unique flavors and warm hospitality that Halal Food Karim has to offer.

Vegetarian

  • Lac Viet Quan Chay - Vegetarian restaurant. Plate of mixed vegetable and tofu/veg Meat dishes with Rice or a bowl of Noodles soup, less than USD2. A small, humble place, but a nice option for Vegetarian and it is right next to the market.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Nha Trang

Nha Trang - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Nha Trang, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Nha Trang. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Nha Trang and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Nha Trang. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Nha Trang. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inNha Trang: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Nha Trang.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Nha Trang: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Nha Trang, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Nha Trang.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Nha Trang, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Nha Trang, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Nha Trang and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Nha Trang, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Nha Trang, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Nha Trang without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Nha Trang is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Nha Trang.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Nha Trang is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Nha Trang, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Nha Trang Media: info@ehalal.io

Buy Muslim Friendly condos, Houses and Villas in Nha Trang

eHalal Group Nha Trang is a prominent real estate company specializing in providing Muslim-friendly properties in Nha Trang. Our mission is to cater to the specific needs and preferences of the Muslim community by offering a wide range of halal-certified residential and commercial properties, including houses, condos, and factories. With our commitment to excellence, client satisfaction, and adherence to Islamic principles, eHalal Group has established itself as a trusted name in the real estate industry in Nha Trang.

At eHalal Group, we understand the importance of meeting the unique requirements of Muslim individuals and families seeking properties that align with their cultural and religious trainings. Our extensive portfolio of Muslim-friendly properties in Nha Trang ensures that clients have access to a diverse selection of options tailored to their needs. Whether it's a luxurious villa, a modern condominium, or a fully equipped factory, our team is dedicated to assisting clients in finding their ideal property.

For those seeking a comfortable and modern living space, our condos are an excellent choice. Starting at US$ 350,000 and these condominium units offer contemporary designs, state-of-the-art facilities, and convenient locations within Nha Trang. Each condo is thoughtfully designed to incorporate halal-friendly features and amenities, ensuring a seamless integration of Islamic values into everyday living.

If you are looking for a more spacious option, our houses are perfect for you. Starting at US$ 650,000, our houses provide ample living space, privacy, and a range of customizable features to meet your specific requirements. These houses are located in well-established neighborhoods in Nha Trang, offering a harmonious balance between modern living and Islamic values.

For those seeking luxury and exclusivity, our luxury villas in Nha Trang are the epitome of sophistication and elegance. Starting at US$ 1.5 million and these villas offer a lavish lifestyle with private amenities, breathtaking views, and meticulous attention to detail. Each luxury villa is meticulously designed to provide a serene and halal environment, allowing you to enjoy the finest living experience while adhering to your Islamic principles. For further details please email us at realestate@halal.io

Muslim Friendly hotels in Nha Trang

There are plenty of hotels in Nha Trang costing less than USD40 per day and nearly all are en suite and have the usual air-con, cable TV, fridge, bedside table, wardrobe and night light. Most also have Wi-Fi, if not in rooms, at least in the reception area. "Mini-hotel alley" at 64 Tran Phu is a good place to head for as it has a dozen or so hotels located in a relatively quiet alley near the beach and the main tourist area. Hostel dorm beds are available for USD 5-7 per day. Don't be surprised if you are followed by a motorbike rider, sometimes they can be helpful showing you where your hotel is but often they are just annoying but either way if you arrive at a hotel with one they will demand commission from the hotel, even if you have a booking.

Vinpearl Hotel -

Stay safe as a Muslim in Nha Trang

Nha Trang generally has a low crime rate, though the risk of petty crime especially late at night is high compared to most other places in Asia. The most common crime is pick pocketing after midnight near the Sailing Club. During the day, it is relatively safe though bag snatching on the beach is not uncommon, so don't take any valuables to the beach. Do not wear too much jewellery, and keep an eye on your belongings. It would be smart to travel in groups when you are out roaming the streets at night.

If hiring a motorbike, check what coverage your insurance company gives for riding motorbikes in Asia, and it is frequently none.

Telecommunications in Nha Trang

Mobile SIM cards are readily available, mobifone seems the best option for tourists. Their SIM cards cost 50,000 dong or a little more depending where you buy it and come with about 100,000 dong credit for use in the first month. They also provide 4G Internet data packages, e.g., 1.5 Gb for one month costs 120,000 dong.

Travel Next from Nha Trang

  • Dalat — the old French mountain-station with "eternal" spring climate
  • Hoi An — excellently maintained ancient port, near the ruins of My Son
  • Quy Nhon — a lively and pleasant city half way between Nha Trang and Hoi An
  • Mui Ne — a nice resort area near Ho Chi Minh
  • Ho Chi Minh City — Vietnam's largest city

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