Vietnam Beach: Nha Trang Beach, Khanh Hoa

Sixth in a series of short descriptions about different beach destinations in Vietnam. On Vietnam's south-central "Beach Coast", Nha Trang Beach in Khanh Hoa Province remains arguably the most beautiful beach in Vietnam.

Also see:
Vietnam Beach: Lang Co Beach, Lang Co
Vietnam Beach: China Beach (Non Nuoc), Danang
Vietnam Beach: Cua Dai Beach, Hoi An
Vietnam Beach: Nhat Le Beaches, Dong Hoi
Vietnam Beach: Quy Nhon Beaches, Binh Dinh
Vietnam Beach: Nha Trang Beach, Khanh Hoa
for other Vietnam Beach destinations.

Why visit Nha Trang Beach, Nha Trang?
The grand old dame of Vietnam's beach scene may have morphed into an upmarket resort destination, but the beach is still the #1 attraction.

What is Nha Trang Beach, Nha Trang?
Still one of the finest beaches in the world, located in one of the finest bays of the world. Nothing less, nothing more! While the original beach 'scene' has been swamped by mass tourism, the beach itself and nearby scuba diving sites remain Nha Trang's single greatest water-related attractions. Those seeking secluded and deserted beaches will be disappointed.

With the town beach itself now heavily over-commercialized, Nha Trang beach options have moved upmarket to world-class all-in-one beach resort destinations around the town and on the islands dotted across the bay. The different beach resort options available are among some of the best choices for family fun and relaxation.

The development of scuba diving and sailing options in Nha Trang are far more advanced here than elsewhere along the "Beach Coast". Nha Trang's tourist services are perhaps the most advanced of all Vietnam's beach destinations, even to the point of having a cable-car system.

Nha Trang is also surrounded by a number of historical vestiges from the ancient Kingdom of Champa, including the famous Po Nagar Towers.

Where is Nha Trang Beach, Nha Trang?
Nha Trang is located Khanh Hoa province, right in the heart of Vietnam's "Beach Coast", 442km north of HCMC and 525km south of Danang.

When to visit Nha Trang Beach, Nha Trang?
April to June is the best time to visit the beaches and islands around Nha Trang. This coincides with the best beach weather.

How to get to Nha Trang Beach, Nha Trang?
By Air
Vietnam Airlines flies daily to/from HCMC (Tan Son Nhat), Danang and Cam Ranh Airport. Cam Ranh is 35km north of Nha Trang. Return ticket prices, before taxes and charges, cost approximately VND 1,476,000 (US$82.93) from Hanoi and VND 619,000 (US$34.78) from both HCMC and Danang.

A taxi from Cam Ranh Airport into Nha Trang should not cost more than VND 275,000 (US$15.45). There is an airport shuttle service which costs approximately VND 70,000 (US$3.95) per person.

By Rail
Nha Trang is served by both express and non-express trains. Tickets for the 12 hour journey from Hue start at approximately VND 280,000 (US$15.75). Tickets for the 10 hour journey from Danang start at approximately VND 238,000 (US$13.37). Tickets for the 8 hour journey from HCMC start at approximately VND 170,000 (US$9.55).

By Road
Not recommended, unless you live in Vietnam and have the time to spare.