Nha Trang Bay

Nha Trang Bay is a large coastal bay in Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam, facing the East Sea. Encompassing about 507 square kilometers and 19 islands and islets, it is recognized as one of the most beautiful bays in the world. The bay is noted for clear turquoise water, coral reefs, sandy beaches, and island landscapes, serving as the central natural attraction and marine tourism hub of Nha Trang.

Visitors can expect a wide, curved bay with clear water, sandy coastline and scattered islands visible from the mainland. Access is mainly by boat from Cau Da Port and other piers in Nha Trang. The bay area includes island beaches, fishing villages, coral reef sites for snorkeling and diving, and resort islands such as Hon Tre. Boat tours typically include island hopping, swimming, sightseeing and views of the surrounding mountains and city waterfront.

Nha Trang Bay was admitted to the Club of the Most Beautiful Bays of the World in 2003. Hon Mun Marine Protected Area within the bay was established in 2001 as Vietnam's first marine protected area, piloted with support from international conservation organizations to protect coral reefs and marine biodiversity.

The bay supports long-standing fishing villages and aquaculture traditions of coastal communities in Khanh Hoa. It is central to Nha Trang's identity as a coastal tourism city and is associated with local maritime culture, fishing activities and island village life.