The 15 Best Vietnam Speedboat Tours

1.Premium Cu Chi Tunnels Tour with Local Expert by SpeedBoat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,045 reviews · from $89 a head Our pick

Travel from Bach Dang pier to the Cu Chi Tunnels with a local guide such as Mr. Chi, Moon, Danny, or Tham. The six-hour trip includes a river cruise, light breakfast, tunnel admission, cassava tasting, and a seven-course Vietnamese lunch. Small groups are capped at 15 people, with private tours also available.

“Excellent experience. Very informative and interesting. Our guide Moon was wonderful, knowledgeable and super friendly. Lunch was excellent.”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.From Ho Chi Minh: Cu Chi Tunnels and VIP Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 865 reviews · from $87 a head

Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to the Cu Chi Tunnels by a modern, small-group speedboat. You will see the Saigon River and canals, watch a private tunnel film, explore underground passages with an English-speaking guide, and enjoy local dishes such as lemongrass chicken and caramelized clay pot pork. Guides may include Nguyen, Tony, Kang, or Viet.

“Excellent 07:00 hrs boat trip, food, guide and Cu Chi tunnel experience before the bulk of the visitors arrive!”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Morning CuChi Tunnels-Tapioca-Secret Traps Luxury Speedboat 2Ways

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 688 reviews · from $77 a head

Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to the Cu Chi Tunnels by covered luxury speedboat, then tour war exhibits, secret traps, and a tunnel section with an English-speaking guide such as Kiem, Tommy, Ting, or Nhu. Expect tapioca, tea, lunch, and an air-conditioned return transfer. The group is limited to 16 people.

“We had the best day. Our guide was so entertaining. Very passionate about telling us the story and history of Vietnam. He was very accommodating and allowed us to have the best time. Also the meal and food lunch after the tour was spectacular. Highly recommended.”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.REAL snorkel &island hopping by SPEEDBOAT-EXPLORE CUISINES(MAX12)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 466 reviews · from $55 a head

Join Pacific Boat for a six-hour speedboat trip from Phu Quoc to the An Thoi islands. With Windy, Ben, Hugo, or Si as your guide, you’ll visit two snorkeling sites, quiet or busy beaches depending on conditions, and finish with a Vietnamese meal. The boat carries about 12 people, though capacity can vary.

“Really fun morning to post lunch day out with a group of ~14pp. Great value for money, to be picked up direct and hop to 2 islands to snorkel and then 1 to relax. All beautiful. There is sadly floating plastic in some areas when snorkling. Lunch wRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

5.Speedboat Tour of 4 Islands with Snorkeling & BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 428 reviews · from $56 a head

Join Pacific Boat for a six-hour speedboat trip from Phu Quoc to Kim Quy, May Rut Ngoai, Buom, and Fingernail Islands. Expect two snorkel sessions, beach time, fruit, drinks, and a seafood BBQ at a mainland restaurant. Guides such as Windy, Ben, and Hugo are known for keeping groups relaxed and well cared for.

“This tour was awesome! Guide and driver were very nice, and snorkeling was awesome. We visited beautiful places without other tourists and we had a delicious dinner after the tour”

Check availability →Read our full review

6.Hoi An/Da Nang: Snorkelling & Island-Hopping Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 397 reviews · from $63 a head

Travel by speedboat from Hoi An or Da Nang to two Cham Island snorkeling sites, with about two hours in the water, a Vietnamese lunch, drinks, and beach time. Guides such as Cha Cha, Phi, and Sam join you in the sea and help find coral and fish. Confirm your pickup point before booking.

“I joined the snorkeling tour and it was an amazing experience! We stopped at two snorkeling spots, and the masks and snorkels provided were excellent – no leaking at all. The reef was full of beautiful colors and there were plenty of fish, including some starfish. The boat was spacious, and we had unlimited drinks on board: cold water, cola, Fanta, and even beer. Freshly cut fruit – watermelon and pineapple – was also served during the cruise, which was a really nice touch. Our guide swam with us, made sure everyone stayed safe and got back on the boat, and also shared interesting stories about the Cham people. One…”

Check availability →Read our full review

7.Mekong Delta Full-Day Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 339 reviews · from $113 a head

Leave central Ho Chi Minh City by speedboat for a small-group day in the Mekong Delta. With an English-speaking guide such as Hang, Lucky, Anna, or Nhu Y, you’ll visit a local market, Cao Dai temple, family homestead, workshops, canals, and a pagoda or school, with fruit, drinks, and Vietnamese lunch included.

“Great experience in HCMC to get away from the overcrowded roads, with a cool tour guide. Perfectly organized by the Les Rives Team, recommend to everyone who wants to see Mekong Delta or Cu Chi”

Check availability →Read our full review

8.South Phu Quoc: Pro Snorkeling Tour by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 336 reviews · from $51 a head

OnBird takes up to 10 people by speedboat to two carefully chosen coral sites in South Phu Quoc. English-speaking instructors such as Colin, Edward, Jack, and Quoc help beginners get comfortable, explain fish and coral, and keep the group safe. Expect about 1.5 to 1.8 hours in the water, followed by fruit and juice on a quiet island beach.

“This was one of the highlights of my two month trip to Vietnam. The guides were all super friendly and funny. It was my first time snorkeling and I was amazed at all the cool fish and coral I saw! They also have an underwater go pro and took so many cool photos of me underwater! It is a small extra fee but totally worth it. I wish we had maybe gone to another snorkeling site rather than stopping at an island for a drink, but overall it was an amazing experience that I highly recommend!”

Check availability →Read our full review

9.Authentic Mekong Delta Tour With Local Experts By SpeedBoat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 271 reviews · from $350 a head

You’ll leave from Bach Dang pier for an eight-hour Mekong Delta trip capped at 15 people. Expect a local market in Long An, honey tea, tropical fruit, southern music, a sampan ride, coconut candy making, village cycling, a Lambro tuk tuk, and a seven-course Vietnamese lunch. An English-speaking guide leads the day.

“It was a small group tour. We were picked up from our hotel and transferred to a speed boat. It took nearly two hours to reach Mekong delta. On our way we have stopovers at fruit orchards where honey bees are bred, rode a horse drawn carRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

10.Hoi An: Cham Islands Snorkeling Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 269 reviews · 390 minutes - 8 hours · from $34 a head Best value

From Hoi An, take a fast speedboat to Cham Island for a guided village and temple visit, snorkeling at Bai Xep or Hon Tai, and a generous seafood lunch by the beach. Guides such as Quy, Nook, Nick, and Eric have earned praise for their friendly English and local insight. Bring cash, water, swimwear, and a change of clothes.

“Everything was amazing, guide was great and we had loads of time in the water. Local food for lunch was incredible”

Check availability →Read our full review

11.Real snorkel trip by speedboat with small group on Cham island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 217 reviews · from $60 a head

Travel by speedboat from Cua Dai Harbour to Cham Island for two hour-long snorkel stops, fish feeding, and a local beach lunch. Pacific Boat provides gear, an English-speaking guide, pickup options, fruit, drinks, and time to swim. Guides such as Cha Cha and Phi are known for careful, friendly supervision.

“I liked this snorkel trip so much that I went twice! That said, the visibility and chosen snorkel spots definitely make or break the trip. The first time I went, the snorkel spots were a little bit better than the second trip. But both days were reallRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

12.Full-Day Tour in the Cu Chi Tunnels with a Luxury Speed Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 164 reviews · from $85 a head

Travel from central Ho Chi Minh City to the Cu Chi Tunnels by speedboat, then explore wartime tunnels, traps, kitchens, hospitals, and command rooms with an English-speaking guide. The roughly seven-hour trip includes lunch, cassava, tea, entrance fees, and pickup in Districts 1, 3, and 4. Guides such as Nim and Hai are praised for clear explanations and good humor.

“4 of us went on a blokes trip to check out the tunnels and fire some ammo off. We had Hai of KIM Travel and he was a very knowledgeable and funny guide. There were 12 of us in total and he always checked on everyone in the group.”

Check availability →Read our full review

13.Phu Quoc Speedboat Trip: 3 Islands By Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 153 reviews · from $36 a head

Spend a full day visiting Xuong, Gham Ghi, and May Rut Trong Islands by speedboat from Phu Quoc. You’ll snorkel over coral, swim from white-sand beaches, eat lunch on May Rut Trong, and have time to explore. Guides such as Emma, Leyla, Mia, and Sally have led past trips, though the guide may vary.

“The snorkeling trip to the coral reef near Phu Quoc Island was absolutely fantastic! Every part of the experience was well-organized and made for an unforgettable day of adventure and relaxation. The team picked us up from the hotel on time and made sure we got back safely, so we didn’t have to worry about any logistics. The boat transfer to the snorkeling spot was smooth, and the journey was really enjoyable. We even got a chance to enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding islands and clear blue water. Our guide was not only informative but also incredibly friendly and engaging. He shared interesting insights about the coral reefs,…”

Check availability →Read our full review

14.Cham Island Tour Snorkeling -Sunbathing – Nice Beach – Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 136 reviews · from $39 a head

From Hoi An, you’ll ride a speedboat to Hon Lao in the Cham Islands, visit the museum, harbor shelter, village, and a beach, then snorkel, sunbathe, and eat fresh seafood. Pickup, equipment, lunch, entrance fees, and return transport are included. Sea conditions and seasonal crowds shape the day.

“Great day Helpful tour guides and pickup Enjoyed the village tour Beautiful beaches Awesome lunch Totally recommend”

Check availability →Read our full review

15.VIP Tour in Dragon Floating Temple sightseeing by SpeedBoat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 124 reviews · from $230 a head

Meet your English-speaking guide at Bach Dang pier for a 90-minute speedboat outing to Phu Chau Floating Temple, also called Snake Island. Cruise around Thanh Da Island, pass Saigon Bridge and port areas, and enjoy coconut juice and fruit onboard. The tour ends back at the Saigon Waterbus Station.

Check availability →Read our full review