© iStock/chanwity Diving in Vietnam Vietnam gives Thailand a run for its money in the food stakes, with a cuisine that is famed around the world. It is also a country with a complex history, with Chinese and Hindu influences, not to mention the French colonial period and the brutal Vietnam War that raged from 1955 to 1975. Today it is a country of stunning contrasts, cities with rural idylls, a communist past with a booming future. Whether you are looking natural riches or a fascinating culture, Vietnam delivers. The eerie limestone karsts of Halong Bay, the thousands of miles of pristine coastline and the emerald rice paddies are a sight to behold, all accompanied by frenetic cities and truly spectacular cuisine. When it comes to diving, you are spoilt for choice. This country may be relatively new to the sport, but it has no shortage of amazing things to see with calm, beginner-friendly waters, as well as caverns and pinnacles for more advanced divers. Enjoy islands with colorful macro and sites where you can spot everything from turtles to whale sharks. Featured Training Centers Nha Trang Sea StarANGEL DIVE This data is provided from the logbook information in the MySSI app Featured places to go in Vietnam © Shutterstock/JindowinPhu Quoc IslandPhu Quoc is a great place to learn to scuba dive, with warm shallow waters and plenty of macro to keep you entertained and with pretty anemone fish.Learn more © Shutterstock/Huy ThoaiNha TrangPretty Nha Trang has become a hub for divers thanks to its wonderful variety, from fascinating macros to the eagle rays further from the shore.Learn more © AqualungHon Mun IslandNha Trang Mun Island sits in its own marine park and has a fantastic array of different soft and hard coral as well as a plethora of marine species.Learn more Facts about Vietnam Power Plug Type A, C, FAirports DADCurrency VNDLanguage viElectricity 220 V / 50 HzTimezone UTC+07:00Network Provider Beeline, Viettel Mobile Discover the Wonders of the Deep with SSI's Blog Join us on an exciting journey of discovery and learn more about exhilarating diving adventures, dedicated conservation initiatives, and innovative educational opportunities that will help you illuminate the extraordinary beauty of the underwater world. Let's explore the underwater world together and delve into the hidden wonders beneath the gentle waves. The descriptions provided here are intended as general information and personal experiences related to specific dive sites and locations and should not be construed as definitive advice or recommendations. Before diving, please confirm that diving is permitted at your chosen location, and comply with all relevant local laws, regulations, and posted signage. The responsibility for verifying the legality of the dive and assessing any associated risks rests entirely with you.