{"id":8987,"date":"2025-07-15T15:54:23","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T08:54:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/?p=8987"},"modified":"2025-07-15T16:00:55","modified_gmt":"2025-07-15T09:00:55","slug":"hon-mun-cam-lan-bien-chuyen-nghiep","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/en\/professional-sea-turtle\/","title":{"rendered":"Hon Mun prohibits professional diving"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Khanh Hoa forced to stop diving activities at Hon Mun <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1201\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BQL-vinh-Nha-Trang-kiem-tra-san-ho--1201x800.webp\" alt=\"No diving in Hon Mun \" class=\"wp-image-8990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BQL-vinh-Nha-Trang-kiem-tra-san-ho--1201x800.webp 1201w, https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BQL-vinh-Nha-Trang-kiem-tra-san-ho--600x400.webp 600w, https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BQL-vinh-Nha-Trang-kiem-tra-san-ho--768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BQL-vinh-Nha-Trang-kiem-tra-san-ho--18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/BQL-vinh-Nha-Trang-kiem-tra-san-ho-.webp 1360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1201px) 100vw, 1201px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Members of Nha Trang Bay Management Board check coral. Photo: Nha Trang Bay Management Board <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you eager to explore the beautiful ocean at Hon Mun but heard the news of &quot;stopping diving&quot;? Don&#039;t be disappointed! Although <strong>Hon Mun has temporarily suspended scuba diving using specialized air tanks or snorkels.<\/strong>, but you <strong>It is still possible to snorkel with normal swimming goggles (without using a snorkel).<\/strong>This is a gentle, safe form, extremely suitable for the whole family and those who want to enjoy the blue sea in a way close to nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why did Hon Mun stop diving?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/lan-bien-nha-trang--1200x800.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8988\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/lan-bien-nha-trang--1200x800.webp 1200w, https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/lan-bien-nha-trang--600x400.webp 600w, https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/lan-bien-nha-trang--768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/lan-bien-nha-trang--18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/lan-bien-nha-trang-.webp 1360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Coral distribution in Nha Trang Bay area <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>From date <strong>27\/6\/2022<\/strong>, as announced by <strong>Nha Trang Bay Management Board<\/strong>, all activities <a href=\"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/en\/to-herald-sun-australia-de-xuat-lan-bien-nha-trang\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6035\">scuba diving<\/a> in the area <strong>Hon Mun Marine Reserve<\/strong> temporarily stop to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Restoring damaged coral ecosystems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limit the impacts of overtourism in recent times.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthening the protection of marine biodiversity, helping Hon Mun maintain its title as one of the <strong>The most beautiful and diverse sea in Vietnam<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scuba diving with swimming goggles \u2013 The experience is still fascinating!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although scuba diving activities were suspended, <strong>Tourists are still allowed to dive to see coral with regular swimming goggles.<\/strong>, also known as <strong>snorkeling<\/strong> but without using a snorkel \u2013 a gentle but equally attractive form. With <strong>a simple pair of goggles and a life jacket<\/strong>, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>See <strong>Colorful fish swim happily near the surface of the water.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contemplate <strong>Coral reefs of all shapes and colors<\/strong>, stretching along the shore<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feel the peace and relaxation as you drift on the blue water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In particular, this is a great choice for people <strong>can&#039;t swim<\/strong>, because you will always have life jacket support and enthusiastic guidance from staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Suggested tours: <strong>Nha Trang 3 Island Tour (Hon Mun - Mini Beach - Hon Tam)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking for a reasonable tour to still get close to Hon Mun area and snorkel with swimming goggles, then <strong>Nha Trang 3 Island Tour<\/strong> is a great choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Popular tour schedules<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hon Mun island<\/strong>: stop near the reserve, experience scuba diving to see coral close to shore.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mini Beach<\/strong>: swimming, playing water games, checking in and taking beautiful virtual photos.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/en\/nha-trang-island-tour-part-5-fishing-village\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6969\">Fishing Village<\/a>: visit Hon Mieu fishing village, have delicious lunch with prepared Set Menu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hon Tam island<\/strong>: relax at the resort,<a href=\"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/en\/tham-quan-tam-bun-basic-mudbath\/\" data-type=\"product\" data-id=\"2807\"> hot mineral mud bath<\/a>, use the infinity pool.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 See tour details at: <a>https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/tour-3-dao-nha-trang\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Some notes when diving to see coral<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To have a complete and environmentally friendly trip, remember to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do not stand or step on corals on the seabed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not break or take coral as souvenirs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limit the use of sunscreens with strong chemical ingredients (which can be harmful to corals)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep clean, do not litter the sea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use goggles only, do not use snorkel. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Be <strong>civilized tourist<\/strong>, join hands to protect the beauty of the blue ocean!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Umbrella <strong>Deep sea diving pause at Hon Mun<\/strong>, but the fun experiences are still there \u2013 even <strong>more accessible, more friendly<\/strong> with the vast majority of visitors. With <strong>a pair of goggles, a life jacket and a little curiosity<\/strong>, you will open up a whole vibrant world right under the clear water of Nha Trang.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose for yourself <strong>a very satisfying Nha Trang island tour<\/strong> and prepare yourself to be \u201cwow\u201d at the beauty of <strong>blue sea - white sand - brilliant coral<\/strong> waiting for you ahead!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/en\/nha-trang-travel-experience\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"7056\">Nha Trang travel experience <\/a>that the Hon Tam tour guide team has prepared for you! <\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<ol class=\"rank-math-list\">\n<li id=\"faq-question-1752569899578\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">When did diving on Hon Mun Island become prohibited?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>Since 2022, Hon Mun Marine Reserve has temporarily suspended professional coral diving activities according to a previously proposed conservation plan.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1752569931944\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">So is Hon Mun open?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>Hon Mun is still open to welcome guests as usual. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1752569952027\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">How much is the ticket to Hon Mun?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>The ticket price to Hon Mun is 22,000 VND\/person. You need to book tickets according to the island tour. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1752569974259\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">Is swimming in Hon Mun allowed?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>Allowed. You can swim, use swimming goggles to watch fish and coral near the shore; comply with the regulations on sightseeing and safety at Hon Mun. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Khanh Hoa province has temporarily suspended all professional diving activities, however visitors to Hon Mun can still use swimming goggles to see fish and coral near the shore. <\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":8988,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[427,439,443],"class_list":["post-8987","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-du-lich-nha-trang","tag-hon-mun-2","tag-lan-bien","tag-san-ho"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8987","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8987"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8987\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8988"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8987"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8987"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hontam.com.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8987"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}