HON TAM (also known as Thuy Kim Son Island) is an island of more than 110 hectares located in Nha Trang Bay - one of the 29 most beautiful bays in the world. This island is only 10 km from the city. Nha Trang 7 km to the Southeast and very easy to get in and out of the island.

Unlike other websites or blogs, the blog you are reading is a specialized page about Hon Tam and the content will only revolve around your trip to Hon Tam. Therefore, the content will be concise and focused.

Where is Hon Tam?

Located in the archipelago of islands in Nha Trang Bay, Hon Tam with the front of Pebble , to the East is Hon Tre, San Ho Bay, to the South is Hon Mun, to the West is Hon Ro port, where there is Nha Trang tourist wharf. It can be said that this is located in the center of the most beautiful islands in the Nha Trang island tour chain.

Many people have heard of it, but many others have only heard vaguely and still cannot imagine its exact location, even the people of Khanh Hoa.

Hon Tam support bridge
Hon Tam wooden bridge

What is Hon Tam?

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In fact, on the island there are 2 tourist spots of 2 different companies: Dong Tam tourist area belongs to Sannest Tourist and the rest belongs to Hon Tam Bien Nha Trang Joint Stock Company (MerPerle Hon Tam).

Just like when many people call “Hon Da” to refer to all types of motorbikes regardless of whether it is Honda or other brands, the name “Hon Tam” is similar. When you say “Hon Tam”, you naturally understand that you are talking about the tourist area belonging to Hon Tam Nha Trang Sea Joint Stock Company.

This is a project with an investment capital of about 1,000 billion VND with many large-scale and magnificent tourism items. This is also one of the highlights for tourists when coming to Nha Trang.

MerPerle Hon Tam is a tourist area of Khai Vy Group.

MerPerle Hon Tam resort

One of the 5-star island resorts in Nha Trang with Bungalows and Villas suitable for tourists' vacations.

Mud Bath Area (Number 1 Choice for Mud Bath in Nha Trang)

Being the first mud bath complex on the island in Nha Trang and Vietnam. Hon Tam mud bath tour is increasingly becoming a "hot" place attracting tourists when coming to Nha Trang.

Sparklingwaves Water Park

MerPerle Sparkling Waves is one of the rich and diverse water amusement parks, known as the paradise of sea games when you visit the island tours in Nha Trang. This is a great choice for short tours, team building activities or relaxing entertainment with family.

At MerPerle Sparkling Waves, customers have many diverse and attractive game options from fishing, kayaking, beach volleyball, flyboard, floating houses on the sea, especially the unique experience with the Sea Breacher ship, only available at Hon Tam Island - Nha Trang.

MerPerle Sparkling Waves is a highlight here and brings a fresh, vibrant feeling to tourists staying or visiting the island through day tours.

Price list of beach games (at the water park):

  • 500,000 kayak rides
  • Single parachute 600,000/ 10 minutes
  • Parasailing (2 people) 1,000,000/15 minutes
  • Jet ski (single) 600,000/trip
  • Jet ski 1,100,000/trip
  • Canoe towing floating raft 800,000/trip
  • Canoe towing windsurfing 950,000/6 people/15 minutes
  • Seabreacher Dolphin Coaster 1,100,000/ride
  • Windsurfing 600,000/turn
  • Banana boat ride 1,000,000/6 people/15 minutes
  • Flyboard: 1,100,000 VND/ride
  • Diving with Seawalker helmet: 800,000 VND/turn

Note: All the games above are separate paid games and are not included in any Hon Tam ticket what package

Luxury Tour

In 2020, Hon Tam tourist area launched a completely new tour with many completely different amenities and experiences called Hon Tam Luxury which we have introduced to visitors in the previous article.

Tourists can buy ferry ticket to Hon Tam according to Hon Tam ticket price listed

How to get to Hon Tam?

There are many different types of speedboats that take guests to the island, including: MerPerle speedboat departs from MerPerle's private port (next to Cau Da port) with scheduled departure and return times.

The MerPerle tourist boat has 2 typical colors of black and blue, with the words MERPERLE HON TAM RESORT. This is a modern high-speed boat with 02 engines, airtight compartment with large capacity, creating a smooth and comfortable feeling when moving.

Hon Tam speedboat
Hon Tam speedboat

From mainland to island Hon Tam island: 8:00 – 9:00 – 10:00 – 11:00 – 12:00 – 13:00 – 14:00 – 15:00 – 16:00 –

From Hon Tam Island back to the mainland: 8:20 – 9:20 – 10:20 – 11:20 – 12:20 – 13:20 – 14:20 – 15:20 – 16:20.

This is a fixed train schedule, however, in case there are enough passengers for the train, it will depart immediately so that passengers do not have to wait.

Move to Hon Tam port

Hon Tam Port is located in the south of Nha Trang city. From the city center, go along Tran Phu street towards Vinpearl You will meet in turn: Nha Trang Institute of Oceanography, Nha Trang Port, Cau Da Port and then Hon Tam Port.

Hon Tam Port has both free car and motorbike parking. If you travel by yourself, you can park your vehicle for free here.

Hon Tam ticket price

Hon Tam Mud Bath – Basic Mudbath: 350,000 VND

Hon Tam Mud Bath Tour with Buffet Lunch/Set Menu: 550,000 VND

Seaday Tour – Sightseeing, swimming & Buffet/Set Menu lunch: 560,000 VND

Seaday Tour & Mud Bath – Sightseeing, swimming, lunch, mud bath: 800,000 VND

Hon Tam Luxury Tour – Sightseeing, swimming, seafood buffet, mud bath: 980,000 VND (coming soon)

Hon Tam Tickets
Hon Tam mud bath ticket.

What is at Hon Tam Buffet?

For Hon Tam Mud Bath tour services, Buffet includes:

  • Papaya salad
  • Salad with oil and vinegar
  • Minced meat porridge
  • Fried spring rolls
  • Braised fish
  • Lemongrass Chicken
  • Morning glory soup
  • Stir-fried vegetables with garlic
  • Steamed clams with lemongrass
  • Fish noodle soup
  • White rice
  • Fruit

Hon Tam Buffet is served for groups of 50 or more. In case of fewer guests, it will be replaced by a Set Menu meal.

Hon Tam Buffet
Lunch Set Menu at Hon Tam

What's on the Set Menu lunch at Hon Tam?

Lunch Set Menu includes:

  • Salad with oil and vinegar
  • Steamed clams with lemongrass
  • Silver pomfret in tomato sauce
  • Fried chicken with fish sauce
  • Sweet and sour octopus
  • Cabbage soup with meat
  • Delicious rice
  • Fruit

For customers who buy the 350,000 VND mud bath package, the price for a single lunch (not in a combo) will be 330,000 VND

Instructions for choosing Hon Tam tickets according to your preferences

Admin received a lot of feedback from readers saying that although the Hon Tam tour ticket price list is very detailed, it is still… difficult to choose. Here are some suggestions to help you choose Hon Tam tickets according to your preferences.

  • You like swimming in the sea, not mud baths. Like posing in the pool -> Package Seaday – 560,000 VND
  • You like mud baths, not swimming in the sea but just taking pictures, swimming in the pool, playing under the waterfall -> Mud bath package Mudbath – 350,000 VND
  • You like mud baths, swimming pools, not the sea, playing with waterfalls, and want to have lunch at Hon Viet restaurant -> Package Premium Mudbath -550,000 VND
  • You want a complete experience-> Package Premium Seaday – 800,000 VND

Each ticket price comes with different amenities and services, customers should research carefully to know which package is right for them and here are some notes that customers often encounter:

  1. Mud bath tour package (VND 350,000 and VND 550,000) Are not including beach bathing service and floating park on the sea. This also means that if customers want to use the beach and paid entertainment games on the sea such as parasailing, flying buoys, etc., they will need to buy an additional beach bathing package for 250,000 VND.
  2. Customers who want to borrow swimsuits & towels at the locker counter need to deposit 100,000 VND/set and receive 100% of the deposit back when returning the items.
  3. Lunch service time at the restaurant is from 10:30 to 13:30.
  4. All tour packages above are all-inclusive tours that include: 2-way speedboat transfers, mineral water, cold towels and entrance tickets.
  5. Traveling by tram on the island is completely free.
  6. Always carry your ticket stub for convenient transportation, utility experience and lunch at the restaurant.

How are child tickets calculated?

Children's tickets are calculated based on height. Children's tickets are for customers with height from 01m to 1.39m. Under 01m will be free when accompanied by an adult. Over 1.39m is considered an adult.

Many sites post that the height limit for children is 1.3m, which is incorrect.

Can I bring food?

This is also a question that many customers ask when learning about tours in general. The reason is quite simple, some customers often eat quite simply and want to bring their familiar food;

Some guests are on a strict regimen during a medical treatment or a health care regimen; some guests are vegetarians; some guests want to bring specialties to….drink ^-^

In fact, most tourist areas & destinations Guests are discouraged from bringing their own food., Some places even have strict controls. The reason is to comply with their quality policy and general service policy.

The MerPerle resort is similar, however if you have special dietary requirements (for example, you are a vegetarian), please notify the ticket office in advance so that the kitchen can prepare a meal suitable for you.

How to book tickets to Hon Tam?

Book tickets easily in one of the following ways:

Method 1: Place Hon Tam tickets online (recommended) and follow the on-screen instructions

Method 2: Book tickets by entering information in the booking form

Method 3: Call or send a zalo message to 0374333444

After the ticket is confirmed, you will receive the ticket at Hon Tam port and board the ship to prepare for your trip to Hon Tam.

I want to go on a tour of 3 islands in Nha Trang?

Nha Trang 3-island tour is the choice of many customers when traveling and experiencing in Nha Trang. Schedule Hon Mun Island Tour – Fishing Village – Hon Tam You may like for your 3 island tour, can be summarized as follows:

Ebony Island
The beauty of Hon Mun. Photo: Anh Dinh

This photo was taken by a friend from a flycam and sent to the admin. Hon Mun from above is very beautiful, isn't it?

Diving Tour Hon Mun Hon Tam
Scuba diving at Hon Mun
  • Pick up at hotel or home in city center in the morning
  • Gather and prepare to depart at Nha Trang Tourist Wharf
  • Depart for Hon Mun and visit Hon Mun (entrance ticket included)
  • Diving at Hon Mun (fee 500,000 VND/20 minute session)
  • Return to the fishing village for a short rest and lunch at the restaurant
  • Travel to Hon Tam for sightseeing & experience Hon Tam Mud Bath
  • At the end of the trip, the car will take you back to your hotel or home.

Hon Mun – Hon Tam tour ticket: 650,000 VND/person (Joined tour)

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