Cham Island Day Tour & Snorkeling from Hoi An with Group tour
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Is Cham Island Day Tour & Snorkeling from Hoi An with Group tour worth booking?
Cham Island Day Tour & Snorkeling from Hoi An with Group tour is a 6.5-hour experience in Hoi An, Vietnam, from $25 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 3.9/5 (7)
- Duration
- 6.5 hours
- From
- $25 per person
Witness the captivating beauty of Cham Islands on this day tour from Hoi An. Spot colorful fish and corals while snorkeling. Visit Hai Tang Pagoda on Bai Lang Beach. Discover the natural beauty of Cham Islands in this d
What you get
- Round trip speedboat transfers
- Life jacket, Snorkeling equipment
- Lunch, 1 mineral water
- Entrance fees to the destinations mentioned in the itinerary
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Round trip hotel transfers within Hoi An city center only
About this experience
Witness the captivating beauty of Cham Islands on this day tour from Hoi An. Spot colorful fish and corals while snorkeling. Visit Hai Tang Pagoda on Bai Lang Beach. Discover the natural beauty of Cham Islands in this day tour by speedboat Take a dip in the cool waters of Cham Islands and catch glimpses of the rich marine life below Fill up on grilled seafood and local dishes after touring the islands
What's included
Included
- Round trip speedboat transfers
- Life jacket, Snorkeling equipment
- Lunch, 1 mineral water
- Entrance fees to the destinations mentioned in the itinerary
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Round trip hotel transfers within Hoi An city center only
Not included
- Drinks, Other personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional)
What you'll see and do
Cham Island (Cu Lao Cham)
Pick up from your Hotel in Hoi An Check out Cham Islands in this exciting day tour! Tour its 8 small islands and learn how it became part of the Cu Lao Cham Marine Park, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. This tourist spot favorite is known for its beautiful granite islands and stunning cerulean seas. Start the tour with a pick up from your hotel, which will then take you to Cua Dai Quay. From there, climb aboard a speedboat and enjoy cruising along Cham Islands' natural attractions. Visit Au Thuyen, Hai Tang Pagoda, and Ong Temple with your English-speaking guide. Next, visit Huong Beach for a dip in the cool sea. See the rich marine life below and get to encounter abundant coral reefs up close. For the last part of your tour, lounge by Ong Beach and spend your free time sunbathing, swimming, or snorkeling. Spend the remaining hour munching on delicious seafood and local delights.
300 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- vi, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- April Adventure Travel
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Snorkeling activity takes around 30 minutes
- You should bring Swimsuit & Extra clothes
- Menu for lunch: (You can skip some dishes if you are vegetarian, we can't change the menu.)
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Cham Island Day Tour & Snorkeling from Hoi An with Group tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Snorkelling? No. Relaxing beach? Yes.
If you’re looking at this tour for snorkelling then this isn’t the tour for you. The speed boat to the island was fun and the beach is pretty, but we as a family went for the snorkelling and this tour was not snorkelling like listed. If you’re looking for a few hours relaxing on a beach then this is for you. You can ask for snorkelling equipment but it’s just on the beach so all you’ll see is sand which is not ideal.
via Tripadvisor
Family day in the Cham islands
Our driver picked us up 15 minutes early and brought us oceanside to the tourist holding tank with hundreds of others waiting for their tours. We sat there for an hour and wondered what the day would bring? Then the tourists were all herded on a dozen boats which all headed for the islands at the same time. Fortunately, our first stop was at the beach where we would later have lunch. The beach was gorgeous and we were the only ones there. The sand was squeaky, the water clear, and the weather perfect. We enjoyed it for 45 minutes or so, then got back on the boat to go to the snorkeling location. We were excited to go snorkeling! We've done a lot but wanted to introduce our kids to it. We brought our own gear which was good as the supplied masks and snorkels were not all good quality. There were 1 or 2 other boats there, so the water was a bit crowded. The real disappointment was the lack of fish. We maybe saw a few dozen, and half a dozen plastic bags. We were in the water for 45 - 60 minutes and headed back for lunch. They have showers and large bathrooms at the lunch location as well as dozens of hammocks. The lunch itself was better than expected with way more food than our family of 6 could eat. In fact the food dishes covered the table so there was barely room for each of us to have a small bowl to eat out of. There was a monkey that came and stole someone's watermelon. And later, we saw tourists feeding the monkeys right beside the 'Do not feed the monkeys' sign. We had lots of time on the beach after lunch as a few other tourist boats pulled up and people went to different restaurants to eat. We enjoyed this time. Our last stop was in the main town of the Cham islands. There were things that we could go look at, but we just wandered the main strip, took photos, and sat in the shade to eat frozen treat bars. We appreciated the freedom to do this rather than be herded along to see other tourist sites. Our guides never left without everyone being present, even though it seemed that at each stop there was a tourist who wasn't paying attention and we all had to wait for them to get on the boat, sometimes for quite a while. So, all in all, it was a good family day for us. The snorkeling was disappointing but still fun for our family, and we liked exploring the beach and enjoyed the meal. The boat rides were fine, though the engine pollution was exhausting. Ha. Get it?
via Viator
Not as expected - disappointing
We were really looking forward to this as we are keen snorkellers and take every opportunity to check out the fish and coral wherever they may be. However the fish were few, the coral almost non-existent. The boat ride to the island was great and a walking tour on the island was interesting. It was a little hard to understand directions from the guy in charge of our group but he was a lovely fellow and very personable. We were then taken from the main port around to a beach where people could stay for swimming and the rest of us continued on to a cove with lots of rocks where we were to snorkel. There were no flippers provided and no buoyancy vests for the less confident swimmers, so some couldn't participate. We were allowed to swim off in any area and it did not appear that anyone was supervising us. There was only one other boat moored when we started, but when we looked around a little while after, there were quite a few, with lots of people in the water, all in vests. My husband was having trouble with his mask and wanted to return to the boat, but we couldn't tell which was ours - they all looked the same. The one he reached was not ours but he was tired and asked to come aboard. They finally let him. I then saw ours at some distance away - maybe we had moved too far with the current or maybe they had relocated, it was hard to tell. I tried to swim to it but soon also felt too tired to continue and so also approached another boat. If we had been given flippers this would not have happened. No-one from our boat appeared to notice our issues. Eventually the boats changed position so I could swim to the boat holding my husband, and they contacted our boat to come over and get us. We found out later that other snorkellers from our boat had returned to the wrong boats. This should not have been caused to happen. Signage on all the boats was along the sides, not at the stern which faced the snorkelling area. I knew our boat's name from the lifejackets we had worn on the way over from the mainland, but only finally recognised it by the appearance of one of the passengers standing in the stern. The best part of the day was the lunch provided at a restaurant when we returned to the main beach. The snorkelling was disappointing and the anxiety we felt with the boat fiasco marred the day. We have only snorkelled without flippers once before and that was in an area without strong currents. This company needs to provide them and take better care of its customers.
via Tripadvisor
Worth it
We didn't have ideal conditions, as there were rain showers all day, however it was still enjoyable. The speedboat trip is very bumpy which for us was fun but did make a woman in our group sea-sick. A tour is given of the main part of Cham Island, however it wasn't in English (it was Korean as 90% of our group was Korean) so we just walked along the shore for an hour. We then travelled by boat to a different part of the island which was much nicer as it had a beach and this is where everyone got changed to go snorkelling. There was also an option to scuba dive, but I wouldn't trust the safety of that in Vietnam. The 30 mins snorkelling was worth the cost alone, as the water was a great temperature and we saw a few exotic fish. We then had an OK lunch, and had time to swim at the forementioned beach before heading home. Despite some disorganisation and the lack of English, we would recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic day
This was a wonderful day. We went for snorkeling, had an amazing lunch, and time to relax and swim afterwards. The crew was organized, on time and the equipment was in good condition. However, the government should control the number of visitors who visit Cham island, there were very crowded there but we understand.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $25 to $41
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
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Cham Island Day Tour & Snorkeling from Hoi An with Group tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hoi An.
How much does Cham Island Day Tour & Snorkeling from Hoi An with Group tour cost?
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Prices start at $25 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hoi An usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cham Island Day Tour & Snorkeling from Hoi An with Group tour take?
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Plan for about 6.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hoi An is not rushed.
Is Cham Island Day Tour & Snorkeling from Hoi An with Group tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hoi An, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cham Island Day Tour & Snorkeling from Hoi An with Group tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cham Island Day Tour & Snorkeling from Hoi An with Group tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 6.5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Cham Island Day Tour & Snorkeling from Hoi An with Group tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hoi An can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hoi An and add a light layer if any part of the 6.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cham Island Day Tour & Snorkeling from Hoi An with Group tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hoi An within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hoi An?
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On Outty we rank every Hoi An experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include HOI AN Hidden Gems in Rural Villages & River Islands PRIVATE TOUR, Coconut Jungle Eco & Hoi An City Tour With Boat Ride, Cooking Class Hoi An:Local Market, Basket Boat, Fishing & Cooking. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hoi An?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hoi An?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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