(TITC) - The only coral reef diving service in the North of Vietnam has been operated in Co To Island District since April 2023, attracting hundreds of tourists to participate in the experience.
About 80 km from the mainland, Co To Island District (belonging Quang Ninh Province) owns a beautiful and pristine sea, attracting tens of thousands of visitors every year.
To create better tourism activities, from April, the People's Committee of Quang Ninh Province has allowed scuba diving activities at Vung Tron, Hon Chim and Hon Ong Tich in Thanh Lan island commune.
Visitors excitingly enjoy the snorkelling session to see corals in Co To Island (Photo: cototourism.vn)
The diving tour includes two diving shifts with transportation by tram, canoe to the diving site, fruit, drinking water, diving equipment, and insurance. In addition, there is a walking tour under the sea.
Visitors can also book additional services of kayaking, underwater photography, and eating seafood on the sea. Children over 6 years old can experience these services.
The pristine and beautiful Thanh Lan sea is the place to launch the snorkelling tour (Photo: cototourism.vn)
Ms. Lan, a visitor from Hai Phong had a family holiday in Co To at the end of July, shared with VN Express News that, this is an amazing experience, a must try in a lifetime. "The beautiful ocean makes my whole family fall in love”, said Ms. Lan.
According to Mr. Nguyen Hai Linh, Head of the Culture, Information and Tourism Division of Co To Island District, after 3 months of operation, the diving tour in Co To attracted about 500 participants. This is a new, only licensed product in the North. Most visitors are satisfied, creating a special attraction for Co To tourism.
Visitors do not wear gloves, do not touch corals, marine life, do not step on or stand on corals and do not disturb the seabed (Photo: cototourism.vn)
According to representative of Co To Discovery Co., Ltd, the unit is allowed to design scuba diving tours, visitors must strictly follow the rules and instructions of the guide to protect the ocean and primary coral reefs in the diving area. Visitors will not wear gloves, are not allowed to touch coral, marine life, trample, stand on coral and disturb the seabed.
Tour operators must also train coaches and guides to follow the rules of conduct, safety and environmental protection in the diving area and always follow up with visitors, one-on-one to ensure safety as well as prevent acts of harm to corals and the environment.
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