Cham Island (Cu Lao Cham) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Cham Island. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Cham Island Snorkeling Daily Group Tour, Sunbathing, Nice Beaches

• Real Snorkel Trip by Speedboat With Small Group on Cham Island

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There is a 90,000 dong charge to enter Cham Island, comprising a 70,000-dong admission fee and a 20,000-dong environmental tax. Snorkeling trips to the island from Da Nang or Hoi An usually start at around US$35 and typically include lunch, water, a guide, and the use of snorkeling gear.

Yes, Cham Island is worth visiting. The archipelago of eight islands makes the perfect beach escape from the hubbub of Hoi An or Da Nang in peak season. Joining a day trip by speedboat can vastly simplify arrangements compared to taking the ferry. Snorkeling tours provide snorkeling gear so you don't need to pack your own, while guides can support less confident swimmers when exploring spots that can only be reached by boat.

Per one customer who booked the Real Snorkel Trip by Speedboat With Small Group on Cham Island, "We had a wonderful day today on this snorkel trip. Plenty of time was given at both snorkel spots, and we saw an abundance of marine life, from tropical fish to starfish. The beach lunch spot was beautiful, and the whole trip was relaxed, with hardly any crowds, basically having the snorkel spots to ourselves. Sam was a fantastic guide—really easygoing and accommodating, making sure we were all safe and happy. Highly recommend this tour."

Cham Island is one large island—Hon Lao—and seven smaller islands off the shores of Hoi An. In the off-season, it’s a sleepy fishing village with million-dollar views of white-sand beaches and coral reefs. In the tourist season, it’s a popular day trip offering gorgeous vistas, water adventures, and rustic homestays.

To get to Cham Island, first go to Hoi An—that’s where all boats to Cham Island start their journeys. You have three options: public ferry, which picks up passengers at Cua Dai Pier; speedboat from Cua Dai Beach (the fastest option, taking about 20 minutes); or traditional, wooden sailing boat.

Besides cultural attractions like the Cham Museum and Tan Hiep Market, most visitors spend time in nature. Bai Ong and Bai Xep are both exquisite beaches, and snorkeling and diving are popular here. Expect fabulous coral reefs and marine life: This spot has been recognized as a World Biosphere Reserve.

Typically, boats only run to Cham Island from March to August. You need a permit to go snorkeling, and a dive operator can take care of that for you. There’s also an entrance fee to visit the islands, the proceeds of which go to protecting nature on the fragile island.

The best time of year to visit Cham Island is, simply put, when the boats are running—typically March to August. Outside that window, the weather can be rough, and boats don’t make the trip. Inside that window, there’s no “better” month, and the weather will likely be warm and dry.

Yes, you can go scuba diving or snorkeling around Cham Island. It’s an incredibly popular activity here, thanks to the surrounding coral reefs. You will need a permit from the Cham Islands Marine Park Administration; most visitors sidestep that process by going with a dive operator on a tour.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Cham Island. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Hoi An:

• Hoi An Ancient Town

• My Son Sanctuary

• Tra Que Vegetable Village

• Japanese Covered Bridge

• Kim Bong

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Hoi An.