Top 5 best scooter rentals in Nha Trang

Picture waking up in Nha Trang with the whole coast open in front of you: a ride up to Po Nagar Cham Towers before the heat sets in, lunch by the water, then an afternoon spent chasing the light along Hon Chong Promontory. That's the kind of day a scooter buys you here — one where you decide the route, not a tour bus schedule. Renting a scooter in Nha Trang means you can be at a hilltop pagoda one hour and a quiet stretch of sand the next, without waiting on anyone.

Nha Trang was practically made for two wheels. The city beach, the old quarter and the hillside temples all sit within a short ride of each other, but the real rewards — waterfalls, mountain reserves, empty beaches — are 25 to 50 km out, too far to walk and frustrating by taxi if you want to stop for photos along the way. Traffic here is calmer than in Hanoi or Saigon, the roads out to the main sights are paved and well kept, and once you have your own bike you can pull over whenever a viewpoint, a village stall or a stretch of coast asks you to.

Top 10 things to see in Nha Trang by scooter

1. Po Nagar Cham Towers — an 8th–13th century Cham temple complex on a hill above the Cai River mouth, minutes from the center.
2. Long Son Pagoda — a hilltop pagoda topped by a giant white Buddha, with views over the whole city.
3. Hon Chong Promontory — a rocky viewpoint just north of downtown, best at sunrise or sunset.
4. Doc Let Beach — a long white-sand beach about 50 km north, a full-day ride away from the crowds.
5. Ba Ho Waterfall — a three-tiered jungle waterfall roughly 25–30 km out, reached along a scenic country road.
6. Hon Ba Nature Reserve — a cool mountain reserve about 1.5 hours inland, with a winding forest climb and noticeably cooler air at the top.
7. Bai Dai Beach — a long, quiet stretch of sand toward Cam Ranh, an easy coastal escape.
8. Nha Trang Cathedral (Stone Church) — a French Gothic church on a small hill near the center, a quick photo stop.
9. Ponagar countryside loop toward Suoi Do — rural roads west of the city through rice paddies and villages, ideal for an unhurried loop.
10. Ninh Van Bay coastal road — a scenic route north with sea views the whole way, a favorite among riders.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Nha Trang?

For scooters under 50cc — the standard tourist rental — no driving licence is required in Vietnam. Anything larger needs a motorcycle licence, and foreigners should carry a Vietnamese licence or a 1968-convention International Driving Permit; the 1949-style IDP issued in the US and a few other countries isn't valid here. Rental shops usually set their own minimum age, typically 18, even though smaller bikes can legally be ridden younger. Expect to leave a deposit, either in cash or your passport held as security, with the amount depending on the shop and the bike.

How much does it cost to rent a scooter in Nha Trang?

A standard automatic such as a Honda Wave Alpha, Honda Blade or Yamaha Sirius runs 100,000–130,000 VND per day in low season and 130,000–180,000 VND in high season. If you want something newer or bigger, like a Honda Air Blade or Honda PCX, budget 200,000–300,000+ VND per day.

• Prices climb in December–February, especially around Tet, and again in July–August during the domestic summer holidays.
• April–June and September–October are the cheapest, calmer months to book.

When to book a rental scooter in Nha Trang?

High season runs roughly November to April for international visitors, with a second, domestic-driven peak in June to August; Tet in particular can leave shops short on bikes and prices raised, so book ahead if you're arriving then. For a better deal and easier availability, aim for the shoulder months of April–June or September–October, when demand — and prices — ease off.

Local traffic rules in Nha Trang

Vietnam drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for both rider and passenger, and this is enforced routinely with on-the-spot fines. There's a zero blood-alcohol limit for anyone riding, checked at roadside stops especially at night and around holidays. Speed limits are lower in built-up areas than on the open road and are always posted on signs, so read as you go rather than assuming a fixed number. Scooters aren't allowed on expressways or certain bridges and tunnels, and headlights are required after dark.

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Types of scooters available

On our website you can rent the following types of scooters: classic scooter, Vespa, moped, motoroller, motoscooter, with a sidecar, with automatic or manual gears, three-wheeled scooters, large, maxi-scooter, touring, scooters with a windscreen and a roof, underbones, electric scooters.

Models of scooters available

On our website you can hire scooters from the following manufacturers: Adly, Aeon, Aprilia, Piaggio, Bajaj, Benelli, Beta, BMW, Derbi, Gilera, Honda, Kawasaki, Kymco, LML, Malaguti, Peugeot, PGO, Suzuki, SYM, TVS, Vespa, Yamaha.

Which insurance is provided with my rental scooter?

Usually basic third-party insurance is included in the rental price. If you wish to have more protection you can purchase additional CDW insurance, which limits your risk to the amount of your deposit. If you wish to rent a scooter without a deposit and with zero risk, you will need to add full insurance to your reservation.

Extra services available

When you make an online scooter reservation you can also order the following extra services and equipment: integral helmet, GPS navigation, intercom, unlimited mileage, top case, side cases, boots, jacket, gloves, individual guide or tour, map, full insurance, one-way rental, delivery to your hotel, delivery to your address, delivery to the arrival point of your choice.

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Most of our local moped rental companies have many years of experience and will provide you with a well-kept scooter, helmet, lock, top case, GPS, insurance and friendly service. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a scooter, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!