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Doc Let Beach
A long beach of very white sand and shallow, calm water north of Ninh Hoa. A quieter, simpler alternative to the city, about an hour's drive from Nha Trang.
North of Nha Trang, past the town of Ninh Hòa, the coast curves out into a long peninsula. Along its shore runs Dốc Lết, one of the most beautiful beaches in the province: a long sweep of fine, very white sand and pale turquoise water that stays shallow far out from the shore.
What it is like
Dốc Lết is quieter and simpler than the city. There are a handful of resorts and guesthouses along the beach, along with small restaurants serving seafood and local dishes. On weekdays, the beach can feel almost empty. At weekends and on holidays, families come up from Nha Trang and the surrounding towns for a day by the sea.
The sand here is so white that it can be dazzling at midday. Mornings and late afternoons are the best times on the beach, when the light is softer and the sand cooler.
Who it suits
Families with small children will love the gentle, shallow water. It also suits travellers who want a quiet beach without the price of a remote luxury resort, and anyone with a car or driver who wants a day out of the city.
Making the trip
The drive from Nha Trang takes about an hour along the coast road. Combine it with a stop in Ninh Hòa for nem nướng, or a morning at the Ba Hồ waterfalls, which are on the way.
Dốc Lết is what many people imagine Nha Trang will be like: white sand, shallow water and very little else.
Sample editorial content. This article was written for the Just in Nha Trang demo. Opening hours, prices and practical details are deliberately general and will be checked on the ground before publication.
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