Island adventure
Cu Lao Cham
UNESCO biosphere reserve island — speedboat crossing, coral snorkeling and fresh seafood lunch, door to door from Da Nang or Hoi An.
Tan Hiep, Hoi An, Quang Nam · 1 day
Full day
approx. 09:00 – 14:00
20-minute crossing
high-speed boat from Cua Dai
15 km offshore
eight-island archipelago
UNESCO reserve
277 coral species · 250 fish species
Overview
Cu Lao Cham is an eight-island archipelago 15 km off the Hoi An coast, recognized by UNESCO as a World Biosphere Reserve in 2009. Crystal-clear waters shelter 277 coral species and 250 fish species, making it one of Central Vietnam's best snorkeling destinations — all reachable in a 20-minute speedboat ride from Cua Dai Port.
Your day follows a classic island route: speedboat from Cua Dai to Bai Lang, a village walk past Hai Tang Pagoda and the marine protected area, snorkeling at a coral reef, then a seafood set lunch at Bai Chong with time to relax in hammocks before the afternoon return. Hotel pickup, boat, gear, fees, guide and lunch are all included.
Tour highlights
Coral reef snorkeling
Two or three snorkel stops with mask, snorkel and life vest — see living coral and tropical fish up close.
Bai Chong Beach
500 m of white sand, coconut groves and turquoise water — the island's most scenic lunch stop.
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
Protected since 2009 — home to seagrass beds, rare marine species and pristine island ecosystems.
High-speed boat
Reach the islands in 20–25 minutes instead of 90 minutes on a traditional wooden boat.
Fresh seafood lunch
Set lunch at Bai Chong with grilled scallops, squid, shrimp, sour fish soup and steamed rice — drinks not included.
Bai Lang village walk
Explore the marine protected area, Au Thuyen fishing harbour, Hai Tang Pagoda and Tan Hiep market.
2026 ticket prices
| Ticket type | Adult | Child | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
Speedboat tour from Hoi An Pickup, boat, snorkel gear, fees, guide & lunch | 780,000 | 390,000 | 780,000 |
Speedboat tour from Da Nang Pickup, boat, snorkel gear, fees, guide & lunch | 910,000 | 455,000 | 910,000 |
Small-group speedboat Premium boat, smaller group, upgraded lunch | 1,200,000 | 600,000 | 1,200,000 |
- Package includes round-trip speedboat, sightseeing fees, guide, seafood lunch, snorkel gear, life jackets, bottled water and tour insurance.
- Children aged 1–4 pay 50%; aged 5–9 pay 80%; aged 10 and above pay the full adult rate.
- Best visibility is March–August. Tours may reschedule during severe weather or high seas.
- Snorkeling equipment is included. Scuba diving and water sports are available at extra cost on the island.
Good to know
- Visit March–August for the clearest water and calmest crossings.
- Use reef-safe sunscreen — the marine park is a protected conservation area.
- Take motion-sickness tablets if you are sensitive — the speedboat ride can be bumpy in choppy weather.
- Bring cash for drinks, tips and optional activities — card payment is limited on the island.
- Do not touch coral or feed fish. Follow your guide's instructions to protect the reef.