Best overall
Small Group Snorkeling Trip by Speedboat
The most-reviewed snorkel trip (4.5 stars, about 690 reviews), smaller groups and a beach BBQ.
From about $63 (Nov 2026)
Check availabilityCù Lao Chàm · Hội An · Da Nang, Vietnam
Cham Islands: reefs, beaches and island life off Hội An (2026)
A UNESCO biosphere reserve 20 minutes by speedboat from Cửa Đại. Snorkelling trips, rules, seasons and homestays – every tour compared.
Top Cham Islands tours
Three picks for a first trip, then every tour type with live prices. Prices are GetYourGuide from-prices per person, Nov 2026.
Best value
Cham Island Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling
4.6 stars from about 390 reviews, pickup in Hội An or Da Nang, from about $39.
From about $39 (Nov 2026)
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Back in Hội An
Hoai River Boat Trip by Night and Floating Lantern
A short lantern-boat ride on the Hoài River – the classic evening after a day at sea.
From about $8 (Nov 2026)
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Speedboat day trips with reef stops and lunch.
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Fewer people on the boat; check the reviews.
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Pickup in Da Nang, boat from Cửa Đại.
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Tour, independent or overnight?
Three ways to see Cù Lao Chàm. All boats leave from Cửa Đại pier in Hội An.
| Best for | Cost (Nov 2026) | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snorkelling day tour | First visit, easy logistics | from about $32–63 | 6–8 h |
| Independent speedboat | Flexible plans, overnight stays | about 350,000 VND ticket (check) | 15–30 min crossing |
| Homestay overnight | Quiet evenings, early snorkelling | basic rooms, check locally | 1–2 days |
| Diving trip | Beginners and certified divers | from about $45 | 7–7.5 h |
Around the islands
Harbour · Cù Lao Chàm
Bãi Làng harbour
The island’s village and harbour: boats land here, with the market, pagoda and homestays.
Coral reef · Cham Islands
The reefs
Shallow coral gardens inside the marine protected area – the reason most people come.
Beach · Cham Islands
Island beaches
Bãi Ông, Bãi Chồng and quieter coves on Hòn Lao’s sheltered side.
Hoài River · Hoi An
Hội An
The old town and the Hoài River, where the boats to the islands start.
Plan your trip
Snorkelling
Reefs, marine park rules and the diving options.
Best time to visit
Calm seas March to August, storms September to February.
Getting there
Cửa Đại pier, speedboats, fees and the market boat.
From Da Nang
Pickups, transfer times and the best Da Nang trips.
Practical info
- Where
- About 18–20 km off Hội An; Tân Hiệp commune, Da Nang City (Quảng Nam merged into Da Nang in July 2025)
- Boats
- Speedboats from Cửa Đại pier, about 15–30 minutes
- Visitor fee
- 70,000 VND per person per visit since 10 June 2026; under-16s and students exempt
- Season
- March to August; boats often cancelled September to February
- Plastic
- Don’t bring plastic bags; take your rubbish back
- Protection
- Marine protected area; UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve since 2009
Checked 12 November 2026. Fees, boats and seasons change – confirm before you travel.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get to the Cham Islands?
By speedboat from Cửa Đại pier in Hội An, about 15–30 minutes. Most tours include pickup in Hội An or Da Nang.
How much is the Cham Islands fee?
70,000 VND per person per visit since 10 June 2026. Most tours include it (checked Nov 2026).
When is the best time to visit the Cham Islands?
March to August, when the sea is calm. From September to February storms often stop the boats.
How much does a Cham Islands tour cost?
On GetYourGuide (Nov 2026) snorkelling day trips start at about $32; the top-rated small-group trip is about $63.
Can you stay overnight on the Cham Islands?
Yes, in simple homestays in Bãi Làng and Bãi Hương villages. Book directly and check the weather.
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