
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
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water (°C) | 27 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 |
| Vis (m) | 10 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 10 |
| Current | Gentle | Gentle | Still | Still | Gentle | Moderate | Strong | Strong | Strong | Moderate | Gentle | Gentle |
Your chances of seeing each animal
African Giant Snail
Last confirmed Dec 31, 2025 · 18 records
Very likely
Most dives
Common Sun Skink
Last confirmed Feb 17, 2026 · 14 records
Very likely
Most dives
Common Myna
Last confirmed Jun 30, 2026 · 19 records
Likely
About 6 in 10 dives
Zebra Dove
Last confirmed Mar 4, 2026 · 18 records
Likely
About 6 in 10 dives
Spotted Forest Skink
Last confirmed Mar 5, 2026 · 13 records
Likely
About 6 in 10 dives
Green Sea Turtle
Expected
Known here, not yet in recent logs
Coral Grouper
Expected
Known here, not yet in recent logs
Feather Star
Expected
Known here, not yet in recent logs
Gear