Cham Island Snorkeling Private Tour (Only Snorkeling & Beach)
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4.0/5
Based on 14 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Cham Island Snorkeling Private Tour (Only Snorkeling & Beach) worth booking?
Cham Island Snorkeling Private Tour (Only Snorkeling & Beach) is a 6-hour experience in Hoi An, Vietnam, from $25 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4/5 rating across 14 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (14)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $25 per person
Passengers in Da Nang or Hoi An will easily find a tour operator offering Cham island tour. However, if you want to have a true and authentic ocean and snorkeling tour to see nice corals in a less touristy beach, then le
What you get
- Hotel pickup/drop off by private vehicles
- BBQ lunch/Fruits/Drinks
- Snorkel, Mask, Life jacket
- All entrance fees, experienced guide
About this experience
Passengers in Da Nang or Hoi An will easily find a tour operator offering Cham island tour. However, if you want to have a true and authentic ocean and snorkeling tour to see nice corals in a less touristy beach, then let book and go with us. We offer private tour with speedboat which is fast and exciting. So you have your own privacy, comfort during the trip. We focus only on snorkeling and sunbathing so you are sure to have more time exploring island and more time for snorkeling. We take you to a nice snorkeling area selections. Focusing on snorkeling tour and beach so we will skip all unnecessary like shopping, temples, museum….This tour is designed for mainly nice snorkeling and no tourist trap help you avoid the crowded.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup/drop off by private vehicles
- BBQ lunch/Fruits/Drinks
- Snorkel, Mask, Life jacket
- All entrance fees, experienced guide
Not included
- Swimsuits, towels, tips
- Private Speedboat
What you'll see and do
Hoi An Ancient Town
Tour guide and vehicle will pick you up all passengers at hotels in Hoi An town or Da Nang city for the Cham Island Private Day Tour (Cu Lao Cham)
Pass by without stopping
After you meet our driver and all ready, you will be then transfered to Cua Dai quay for Speedboat registering with the Management officers before heading to the Cham islands. Please note: The private speedboat is not included in the tour. Your group need to pay 380 USD to have your own private speedboat for the trip. In order to have all of the time in Cham island only for snorkeling and beach, the only way is to have a private speedboat (because the sharing boat only serves 40 minutes of snorkeling and other activities will be the visit to temple, market, museum...).
10 minutes here
Cham Island (Cu Lao Cham)
After 25 minutes on SPEEDBOAT to Cham island. Your first snorkeling at Dai island where have many soft coral and colorful fish (Snorkeling time here 1 hour) Around 11:30 The SPEED BOAT take you to Second snorkeling at Tai island where have many hard coral and colorful fish (Snorkeling time here another 1 hour) - Joining fish feeding there Around 13:00 Having a wonderfull sea food BBQ lunch at Chong /or Ong beach - Relaxing - sunbathing and refilling energy after snorkeling. Around 14:30 back to the hotel
240 minutes here · Admission included
Enough time for the day. It is time passengers got back on speedboat to be transferred back to Cua Dai estuary where the vehicle is ready to take you back to Hoi An or Da Nang for a drop off at your hotel. Tour ends
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hoi An
It located near speedboat station for Cham island.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
It located near speedboat station for Cham island.
Options you can book
Group Size 2pax
Pickup included
Group Size 5pax - 7pax
Pickup included
Group Size (3pax - 4pax)
Pickup included
Group Size (5pax - 7pax)
Pickup included
Group Size (8pax - 10pax)
Pickup included
Group Size (11pax - 15pax)
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Paradise Indochina Travel
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You will share transfer and share speedboat with others
- For further information and support, please connect us via Whats/App +84-9-8-2-8-0-4-3-9-9
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 14 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Small groups
5 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
14 verified traveler reviews for Cham Island Snorkeling Private Tour (Only Snorkeling & Beach). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Private snorkling tour
We decided to book a private tour/speedboat to be in charge of our own shedule. This worked out very well. Just inform yourselve about the total cost and there will be no surprises. We stopped at 2 places for snorkling and left when things got more crowded when other boats arrived. The corals were beautifull with plenty of fish, We arrived at the port at 8:30. Leaving a bit earlier might even have been better.
via Tripadvisor
SCAM!!!!!!!!!!!
This tour is a scam!!! There are hidden charges that are not stated properly on the website that they only tell you about at 10pm the night before, by this time it is too late to get refunded. When getting in contact with the company they were dismissive and denied us a refund. The poor customer service alone is good enough reason to choose a different tour. Please do not book with this company.
Response from the operator: Dear, It seems you hide the real reason. The tour information is very clearly written and no information hidden. We mentioned 2 times in the tour that the private speedboat is not included (customers need to pay extra). It was written in the tour program (What to expect) and also written in "What is the inclusion". Our team contacted you the previous night to confirm the pickup time, pickup location and we also mentioned the payment you need to do for the private speedboat. You already saw the message and marked the "heart icon" on WhatsApp message. Then you did not ask us anything about the mentioned cash payment for the private speedboat. On the tour date (next morning) you changed your plan and wanted to cancel last minute and of course it was impossile because all was arranged. Then you started giving a reason that you did not see the information... We hope that you should not mislead and be honest about it Thanks
via Tripadvisor
BEWARE
This trip is not as advertised. You have to pay an extra $340USD after booking and paying initial fee. Be careful, make sure you read the fineprint
Response from the operator: Dear customer, The trip was as advertized and all were written very clearly in our tour description as well as in "What is included. Obviously, nobody can force you to pay extra for what you do not want to pay. You chose to pay and you wrote as if you were innocent. Before the tour started, we contacted you to clarify that the tour was a private and only focused on snorkeling and beach. So only if you booked a private speedboat (for the whole trip). Otherwise you need to share with other passengers to have a big group tour (in which the snorkeling time is only 40 minutes). Or we also allowed you to cancel free of charge. Your group decided to move on to have a private speedboat and we booked and reserved. However, you changed the decision last minutes (1 hour before departure) and so we could not accomodate and so there was no reason to complain in this case. It also happened the same with other services like a flight/hotel/cruise... where you have no right to change 1 hour before departure. Please be honest and responsible with your review. Thank you!
via Tripadvisor
Tour is Decent but here is the information they leave out.
Corals not great and be aware - the water is relatively cold for SE Asia. I’d recommend at least a half wetsuit. Also bring your own fins. The beach they take you to and lunch of live seafood is really good. Getting back on the boat from the snorkel is also challenging and uncomfortable because of a crummy narrow ladder situation. Overall a decent trip but try to get a group of at least several people together because we paid almost five hundred US for just the two of us and at the end of the day it didn’t seem worth that much. The tour is private and the cost is total for the boat - it is divided by number of persons going.
via Tripadvisor
Great experiance
Snorkeling in Cham Island is magical! The sea water is crystal clear, full of marine life, and the private experience makes it even more special. The beach is peaceful and picturesque, the perfect place to relax after exploring the beauty of the ocean. The weather seems quite cold, so be prepared, Highly recommended for sea lovers
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 5+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $25 to $55
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Cham Island Snorkeling Private Tour (Only Snorkeling & Beach): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hoi An.
How much does Cham Island Snorkeling Private Tour (Only Snorkeling & Beach) 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 Snorkeling Private Tour (Only Snorkeling & Beach) take?
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Plan for about 6 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 Snorkeling Private Tour (Only Snorkeling & Beach) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 14 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 Snorkeling Private Tour (Only Snorkeling & Beach)?
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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 Snorkeling Private Tour (Only Snorkeling & Beach) suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 6-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Cham Island Snorkeling Private Tour (Only Snorkeling & Beach)?
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Around 5 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-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cham Island Snorkeling Private Tour (Only Snorkeling & Beach) 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.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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