Hon Mun and Hon Tam: comparing 2 destinations of Nha Trang Bay

Last updated : 16:41 on 08/07/2025

Hon Mun and Hon Tam are two famous islands in Nha Trang Bay, each with its own unique characteristics, making visitors have to consider between natural wilderness and modern conveniences when choosing.

1. Location and travel time

• Hon Mun island: Located further from the shore, about 20 minutes by canoe from the mainland. This is the first destination in the Nha Trang 3-island tour and is known as one of the first national marine reserves in Vietnam.

• Hon Tam island: Only about 7 minutes by canoe from Nha Trang beach, closer and more convenient for tourists who want to combine a day trip or long-term stay.

2. Highlights and featured activities

Hon Mun island:

• Strictly protected, this place has a wild beauty with a rich marine ecosystem, especially the most diverse coral reef in Vietnam. There was a time when the locality had to temporarily stop theCoral diving in Hon Mun to conserve this resource

• Popular activities include: scuba diving, taking a glass-bottom boat to explore the ocean, and immersing yourself in the fresh nature.

• As a conservation area, services and amenities on the island are quite limited, focusing on nature protection.

– Hon Mun ticket price is only 22,000 VND. However, this is only an entrance ticket, tourists who want to go to Hon Mun need to private canoe rental or book available tour packages such as Nha Trang Island Tours

Hon Tam island:

• A complex tourist destination with a diverse service ecosystem. Visitors can experience luxury swimming pools, high-class resorts, and complexes mud bath unique, swim or join beach games like jetski, paragliding.

• This place offers a modern, comfortable feel, suitable for families, groups of friends or couples who want to relax and have fun.

Looking at the satellite image, we can see that the two islands are not too far apart, about 6 km in a straight line, in which Hon Tam is the point closer to the shore.

Distance from Nha Trang Tourist Wharf out to Hon Mun island about 11 km. With an average speed of 30-40km/h, the time from the mainland to the island is about 15-20 minutes.

3. Choose the right one for your needs

• Hon Mun island: Suitable for tourists who love peace, exploring wild nature and watching corals. This is also an ideal choice for those who want to start their journey Nha Trang 3 Island Tour

• Hon Tam island: Ideal for vacationers or families with children who want to combine relaxation and entertainment activities. Hon Tam can also be the only destination in the trip, without combining with other islands, customers can choose tour packages such as: Seaday, Seamud or Mudbath to visit only 01 Hon Tam island in a day

4. Common points

Although different in location, characteristics and experiences, both Hon Mun and Hon Tam are great destinations for tourists.Nha Trang tourismEach island has its own beauty, contributing to the diverse appeal of Nha Trang Bay.

Conclusion

If you are considering choosing between Hon Mun island and Hon Tam, let your needs and interests be your guide. Love nature and like to explore the ocean, come to Hon Mun. Want to relax, have fun with full amenities, Hon Tam will be the ideal destination for you!

If you like the tour to Hon Mun, please let the tour guide (0374 333 444 – Thao) reserve a seat in advance.