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    Bai Tranh Island (Pebble Beach)

    Bãi Tranh - Hòn Miễu

    4.1(2,795 reviews)Boat fare 50,000-100,000 VND (or included in 3-island tour ~450,000 VND)Half day (with boat tour)
    Overview

    A tranquil pebble beach on Hon Mieu Island just 15 minutes by boat from Nha Trang, with crystal clear water and far fewer crowds than the main city beaches.

    Bai Tranh (Painting Beach) is a scenic cove on Hon Mieu Island, about 15-20 minutes by boat from Nha Trang's Cau Da Pier. Unlike Nha Trang's busy main beach, Bai Tranh is calm and relatively uncrowded, with a distinctive mix of fine sand and smooth pebbles along the shoreline, clear turquoise water ideal for swimming, and a backdrop of forested hills. The island is typically included in Nha Trang's popular 3-island boat tours, which also stop at the Tri Nguyen Aquarium and a fishing village for a seafood lunch.
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    What to know before you go

    • Bai Tranh sits on Hon Mieu Island in Nha Trang Bay, one of the closest islands to the city at just 15-20 minutes by boat from Cau Da Pier. The beach is smaller and quieter than Nha Trang's main shoreline, with distinctive smooth pebbles alongside sand.
    • The bay's water is calm, clear, and ideal for swimming. The surrounding hills and fishing village scenery make it a particularly photogenic spot. Snorkeling gear can be rented on the island for exploring the shallow reef nearby.
    • Most visitors reach Bai Tranh as part of the classic Nha Trang 3-island tour (450,000 VND/person), which includes a stop at Tri Nguyen Aquarium and a seafood lunch at the Hon Mieu fishing village.
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    Culture, safety & access

    Culture & etiquette
    Crowd: Quieter than main Nha Trang beach. Busiest midday when tour boats arrive. Early morning arrivals get the beach almost to themselves.Best season: February to August when seas are calm. Avoid October-November (typhoon season).

    Modest swimwear appropriate. Respect the local fishing community on the island.

    Safety & health

    Swimming is generally safe in calm conditions. Check sea conditions before visiting during windy seasons.

    Weather

    Boat trips may be suspended during bad weather or high waves. Book flexibly.