Insider’s Guide to Nha Trang: Unique Places Best Reached by Motorbike
Why a Motorbike Is the Best Way to Explore Nha Trang
Public transport around Nha Trang is limited. Many scenic spots are located on secondary roads, hills, or coastal routes where taxis are expensive and unreliable.
With a motorbike you get:
• Full access to coastal and mountain roads
• Flexible timing (sunrise, sunset, off-peak hours)
• Easy parking near viewpoints and beaches
• Lower daily and monthly travel costs
For longer stays, renting monthly is usually the most cost-effective option.
1. Ba Ho Waterfalls (≈25 km north)
Why it’s special:
A three-level waterfall system hidden in the hills north of Nha Trang. The last levels require light climbing — tours usually stop at the first one.
Motorbike advantage:
• Narrow access road
• Parking right near the entrance
• You control timing (avoid tour buses after 10:00)
Road conditions:
• Mostly asphalt
• Short gravel section near the entrance
• Suitable for scooters (110–150cc)
2. Luong Son Peninsula & Back Roads (≈15 km)
Why it’s special:
Quiet coastal roads, fishing villages, and almost no tourists. Perfect for sunset rides.
Motorbike advantage:
• No public transport
• Roads too small for buses
• Easy to explore side roads and viewpoints
Tip:
Ride closer to sunset, traffic is minimal and light is best.
3. Hon Ba Mountain Road (≈30 km)
Why it’s special:
Mountain road climbing into cooler air, forest views, and sharp turns. One of the best riding roads near Nha Trang.
Motorbike advantage:
• Driving pleasure, not just destination
• Impossible to enjoy by taxi
• Scenic stops anywhere you want
Important:
• Avoid riding in heavy rain
• Brakes and tires should be in good condition
4. Long Son Pagoda Back Route
Most visitors come by taxi, take photos, and leave. Few explore the back roads behind the pagoda, which offer city views and quiet streets.
Motorbike advantage:
• Easy uphill access
• Alternative exits
• Short scenic loops around the hill
5. Doc Let via Coastal Roads (≈50 km)
Why it’s special:
One of the cleanest beaches near Nha Trang, with fewer tourists if you avoid the main road.
Motorbike advantage:
• Alternative coastal routes
• Stops in salt fields and villages
• Avoid tour buses completely
This ride is ideal for a full-day trip.
What Type of Motorbike Works Best?
For city + nearby trips:
• Honda Vision / Yamaha Nouvo 6 – easy, economical
For longer rides:
• Honda Airblade
• Honda PCX
These bikes handle hills better and are more stable on longer routes.