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Underwater at Turtle Island (Hon Doi Moi)
Common Myna confirmed 28 days ago

Turtle Island (Hon Doi Moi)

Phu Quoc · Vietnam

Hon Doi Moi, known among divers as Turtle Island, is a small protected islet off Phu Quoc's western coast where green sea turtles feed on seagrass and rest on coral ledges in water so shallow and clear that snorkelers regularly share encounters with fully certified divers. Coral cover here is among the best in Vietnamese waters, with massive Porites colonies serving as turtle resting platforms and supporting dense populations of resident reef fish. The combination of easy access, reliable turtle encounters, and healthy coral makes this Phu Quoc's most celebrated dive.

Conditions

Depth

3 to 18 m

Good for beginners

Current

Often strong

Can pick up on the edge

Visibility

5 to 10 m

Clearest in the calm season

Water

27 to 31°C

3mm wetsuit

Month by month

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Vis (m)1015151510555551010
CurrentGentleGentleStillStillGentleModerateStrongStrongStrongModerateGentleGentle

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Gear

  • Basic kit

    • Mask and fins
    • BCD and regulator
    • 3mm full wetsuit · warm water
    • Dive computer