Things to do in Nha Trang
Most people will be more than happy spending their time relaxing on the beaches [in and around Nha Trang](/en/vietnam/nha-trang] but if you're staying for a longer period of time you might want to head out on a tour to see the surrounding country or villages or trips out to sea to take advantage of the excellent diving.
Diving
There are tons of dive shops throughout Nha Trang all offering trips to reefs off the nearby islands, although if diving is one of your main reasons to visit it's worth planning ahead as [the seas can be rough between October–December](/en/vietnam/weather] with only a few sites available.
One of the most popular diving companies is Vietnam Active (115 Hung Vuong, open 7am–9pm), which offers both introductory dives as well as certification courses. The prices usually depend on the numbers in your group but you can expect to pay around USD65 for two dives. They also offer snorkelling trips as well as other adventure sports such as mountain biking, rafting and kayaking.
Rainbow Divers (19 Biet Thu, open 6am–10p,) is one of the most famous diving companies in Nha Trang, you'll see the name everywhere. The company was founded by Jeremy Stein, considered by many to be the man responsible for popularising diving here, so they will know their stuff! They offer the full range of PADI courses, including advanced and instructor courses. Of course, beginners are well catered for here as well, dives start from around USD80 and your instructor will make sure you're comfortable before you head into the water. For more advanced divers they offer an excellent value 3 dive trip for USD95.
Another popular company is Nha Trang Sea Star (64B/13 Tran Phu, open 7am–10pm). Many choose this company to take longer PADI courses, which start from around USD275, as accommodation is included. They use high quality equipment, something which sadly can't be said for every company in Nha Trang, with 2 dives priced at USD70 for beginners and USD60 for certified divers.
River tours
If you're tired of the sea you can always head on a tour inland. There's plenty of nature close by that is well worth a trip out to see. Nha Trang River Tour ( 120/1 Hung Vuong, open 11am–10pm) lets you view the local area from a different viewpoint. You'll cruise along rivers through the countryside, stopping at local villages for the chance to buy souvenirs and meet locals. They also offer cycling tours through the countryside if you'd rather stay on land. Tour prices can depend on the size of the group, so contact them directly for more information.
Motorbike tours
Travelling Vietnam by bike is an unforgettable way to see this beautiful country. Whether you're riding or a passenger, it's a great way to take in the surroundings. Most companies will include “Easy Rider” in their name so it can get a bit confusing when picking one!
True Friends Easy Rider (23C Biet Thu, open 7am–10pm) is a popular choice. There's all kinds of routes available, whether you want to head to [Ho Chi Minh City](/en/vietnam/ho-chi-minh], [Hue](/en/vietnam/hue] or [Hoi An](/en/vietnam/hoi-an]. Or if you want something totally different, they can create a route for you. The rides typically last from a couple of days to around 2 weeks, with you either driving alongside a guide or sitting on the back and concentrating on taking photos! It's best to contact them directly for prices as this depends on the size of the group.
One company specialising in shorter tours is Easy Rider Travel (3 Tran Quang Khai). Although, you can of course go on trips lasting several days, they offer a great range of day tours lasting 6-8 hours going through the countryside or maybe to Hon Ba nature reserve. If you're feeling even more adventurous it's possible to hire bikes to explore by yourself.