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Published May 17, 2024Local photography guide naming Hon Rom / Madonna Rock and describing seasonal winds, current, and visibility.
Dive Spot Guide•
Madonna Rock
Boat dive with swim-throughs off Nha Trang
Local operator required
This site is normally sold as a guided boat dive from Nha Trang rather than an independent shore entry.
Short boat run from Nha Trang Bay to a rock profile with overhead cuts; best on calmer days and for divers comfortable with buoyancy.
About Madonna Rock
Madonna Rock is a boat-accessed rock formation off Nha Trang that rewards slow exploration: the route moves through swim-throughs, rocky pockets, and a deeper back side rather than a broad open reef. On calm days it is a good guided boat dive for divers who like structure, clearer water, and lots of small marine life. The upper section is approachable, but the deeper side and overhead cuts ask for solid buoyancy and a relaxed pace. Expect a classic bay trip from Nha Trang rather than a shore-entry hassle.
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Research Estimate At Madonna Rock
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Madonna Rock?
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Madonna Rock Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 30m
Depth Note
Shallow swim-throughs sit on the upper section, and the deeper back side runs to roughly 30 m across a broad rock profile.
Best Season
April to October, especially the calmer southern-wind season.
Typical Conditions
Calmer seas and clearer water in the southern-wind season; mild to moderate current on the main formation, with stronger flow possible on the deeper back side.
Safety & Access At Madonna Rock
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
The site includes swim-throughs and cave-like sections; use appropriate training and maintain clear navigation and buoyancy when entering overhead areas.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only through a local operator; marine-park rules and fees may apply.
Legal Notes
Inside the Hon Mun / Nha Trang Bay marine-protected area, so follow local operator guidance and current bay-management rules.
Local Intel For Madonna Rock
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A rocky boat dive with swim-throughs, small caverns, and reef pockets that reward slow trim and careful buoyancy.
Freediving
Only suitable for confident freedivers on calm days; the site is still primarily a boat-dive profile.
Snorkeling
The shallow top can work for snorkelers on calm days, but the main route is better treated as a scuba stop.
Recent Logged Visits At Madonna Rock
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Madonna Rock
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility18m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
