{"id":98514,"date":"2026-05-22T02:52:38","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T02:52:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/?p=98514"},"modified":"2026-05-22T02:55:18","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T02:55:18","slug":"how-to-get-to-cham-islands-from-hoi-an-da-nang","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/vi\/how-to-get-to-cham-islands-from-hoi-an-da-nang\/","title":{"rendered":"C\u00e1ch di chuy\u1ec3n \u0111\u1ebfn qu\u1ea7n \u0111\u1ea3o Cham t\u1eeb H\u1ed9i An v\u00e0 \u0110\u00e0 N\u1eb5ng (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"98514\" class=\"elementor elementor-98514\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dfe6f06 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"dfe6f06\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d065504 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"d065504\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n[\n  {\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n    \"@type\": \"Article\",\n    \"headline\": \"How To Get To Cham Islands From Hoi An & Da Nang (2026 Guide)\",\n    \"description\": \"Everything you need to visit Cham Islands in 2026: how to get from Hoi An or Da Nang to Cua Dai Pier, speedboat vs slow boat, what time to leave, conservation rules, snorkeling, diving, and the best beaches on the island.\",\n    \"datePublished\": \"2026-05-20\",\n    \"dateModified\": \"2026-05-20\",\n    \"author\": { \"@type\": \"Person\", \"name\": \"Minh Vu\", \"url\": \"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/about\/\" },\n    \"publisher\": { \"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Minh Vu Travel\", \"url\": \"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\", \"@id\": \"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/#business\" },\n    \"mainEntityOfPage\": { \"@type\": \"WebPage\", \"@id\": \"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/how-to-get-to-cham-islands-from-hoi-an-da-nang\/\" },\n    \"image\": \"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cham-islands-hero.webp\",\n    \"keywords\": [\n      \"how to get to Cham Islands from Hoi An\",\n      \"Cham Islands from Da Nang 2026\",\n      \"Cua Dai Pier Cham Islands boat\",\n      \"Cham Islands snorkeling diving 2026\",\n      \"Cu Lao Cham day trip guide\"\n    ],\n    \"about\": {\n      \"@type\": \"TouristAttraction\",\n      \"name\": \"Cu Lao Cham (Cham Islands)\",\n      \"geo\": { \"@type\": \"GeoCoordinates\", \"latitude\": 15.9500, \"longitude\": 108.4833 },\n      \"address\": { \"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Tan Hiep\", \"addressRegion\": \"Quang Nam\", \"addressCountry\": \"VN\" },\n      \"description\": \"UNESCO Biosphere Reserve archipelago 15 km off the coast of Hoi An. 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Scuba diving is available through operators including Tiger Fish Divers in Hoi An.\" }\n      }\n    ]\n  }\n]\n<\/script>\n\n<article class=\"mv-blog-post mv-blog-post--cham-islands-guide\">\n\n<!-- HERO IMAGE -->\n<figure class=\"mv-hero-image\">\n  <img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cham-islands-hero.webp\"\n       alt=\"Cham Islands beach with turquoise water, palm tree and speedboats \u2014 Cu Lao Cham UNESCO Biosphere Reserve \u2014 Hoi An day trip\"\n       width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" loading=\"eager\">\n<\/figure>\n\n<section class=\"mv-intro-card\">\n<strong>Minh Vu Travel<\/strong> \u2014 the private car service at <a href=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\">danangtohoian.com<\/a> \u2014 takes guests from Da Nang and Hoi An to Cua Dai Pier for Cham Islands every morning of the season. <strong>Getting to Cham Islands from Hoi An or Da Nang<\/strong> is straightforward once you understand the logistics: the pier, the boats, what time everything departs, and what to expect when you get there. This guide covers the complete picture \u2014 from your hotel door to the coral reef and back.\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"mv-summary-box\">\n  <div class=\"mv-summary-box__item\"><span class=\"mv-summary-box__label\">Season<\/span><span class=\"mv-summary-box__value\">Open May\u2013August only \u00b7 rough seas close the route Sept\u2013April<\/span><\/div>\n  <div class=\"mv-summary-box__item\"><span class=\"mv-summary-box__label\">Departure pier<\/span><span class=\"mv-summary-box__value\">Cua Dai Pier \u00b7 15.8903\u00b0N, 108.3267\u00b0E \u00b7 5\u20138 km east of Hoi An<\/span><\/div>\n  <div class=\"mv-summary-box__item\"><span class=\"mv-summary-box__label\">First boat<\/span><span class=\"mv-summary-box__value\">8:00 AM speedboat \u00b7 ~25\u201330 min crossing<\/span><\/div>\n  <div class=\"mv-summary-box__item\"><span class=\"mv-summary-box__label\">Boat price (roundtrip)<\/span><span class=\"mv-summary-box__value\">Speedboat: 500,000\u2013600,000 VND \u00b7 Slow boat: 200,000\u2013300,000 VND<\/span><\/div>\n  <div class=\"mv-summary-box__item\"><span class=\"mv-summary-box__label\">Conservation fee<\/span><span class=\"mv-summary-box__value\">~80,000 VND \u00b7 paid on the island<\/span><\/div>\n  <div class=\"mv-summary-box__item\"><span class=\"mv-summary-box__label\">Car to Cua Dai Pier<\/span><span class=\"mv-summary-box__value\"><a href=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/da-nang-to-cua-dai-port-private-car-for-cham-islands\/\">danangtohoian.com\/cua-dai-pier<\/a> \u00b7 WhatsApp +84 905 989 702<\/span><\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<nav class=\"mv-toc\" aria-label=\"Table of contents\">\n  <p class=\"mv-toc__title\">In this guide<\/p>\n  <ol>\n    <li><a href=\"#what-are-cham-islands\">What are the Cham Islands?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#from-hoi-an\">How to get to Cham Islands from Hoi An<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#from-da-nang\">How to get to Cham Islands from Da Nang<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#speedboat-vs-slow\">Speedboat vs slow boat \u2014 which to choose<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#the-crossing\">The boat crossing \u2014 what to expect<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#on-the-island\">What to do on Cham Islands<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#snorkeling-diving\">Snorkeling and scuba diving<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#practical-tips\">Practical tips before you go<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n  <\/ol>\n<\/nav>\n\n<section id=\"what-are-cham-islands\" class=\"mv-section\">\n  <h2>What are the Cham Islands?<\/h2>\n\n  <!-- IMAGE: beach chairs under palm trees -->\n  <figure class=\"mv-inline-image\">\n    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cham-islands-beach-chairs.webp\"\n         alt=\"Beach loungers and palm trees on Cham Islands \u2014 quiet beach on Cu Lao Cham UNESCO Biosphere Reserve near Hoi An\"\n         width=\"800\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\">\n  <\/figure>\n\n  Cu Lao Cham \u2014 the Cham Islands \u2014 is an archipelago of eight small islands approximately 15 km off the coast of Hoi An in the South China Sea. The main island, Hon Lao, is the only inhabited one. The entire archipelago was designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2009, which is why the marine environment is in better condition than most comparable dive sites in Vietnam.\n\n  The Cham name refers to the Cham civilisation that used these islands as a trading waypoint for centuries before the Vietnamese period. Archaeological sites on Hon Lao, including Cham-era wells still in use by local families, add a layer of history to what is otherwise a beach and marine tourism destination.\n\n  <div class=\"mv-highlight-box\">\n    <strong>The most important fact about Cham Islands:<\/strong> it is only accessible May through August. Rough seas from the northeast monsoon make the crossing dangerous September through April, and all boat services stop. If Cham Islands is on your itinerary, it requires a specific summer timing \u2014 it cannot be added to a trip at any other time of year.\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section id=\"from-hoi-an\" class=\"mv-section\">\n  <h2>How to get to Cham Islands from Hoi An<\/h2>\n\n  Cua Dai Pier (15.8903\u00b0N, 108.3267\u00b0E) is the only departure point for boats to Cham Islands. It is located 5\u20138 km east of Hoi An Ancient Town along the Thu Bon River road \u2014 a 10\u201315 minute drive by tuk-tuk, Grab, or private car.\n\n  <div class=\"mv-price-box\">\n    <div class=\"mv-price-box__row mv-price-box__row--header\">\n      <span class=\"mv-price-box__label\">From Hoi An<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__value\">Transport<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__time\">Time \/ cost<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-price-box__row\"><span class=\"mv-price-box__label\">Ancient Town to Cua Dai Pier<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__value\">Grab \/ tuk-tuk<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__time\">10\u201315 min \u00b7 40,000\u201370,000 VND<\/span><\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-price-box__row\"><span class=\"mv-price-box__label\">Ancient Town to Cua Dai Pier<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__value\">Bicycle (flat road)<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__time\">20\u201325 min \u00b7 free if own bike<\/span><\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-price-box__row\"><span class=\"mv-price-box__label\">Hotel to pier + wait + return<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__value\">Private car (Minh Vu Travel)<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__time\">Driver drops you, returns to pick up<\/span><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <p>The first speedboat to Cham Islands departs at <strong>8:00 AM<\/strong>. Be at the pier by 7:30\u20137:45 AM to buy your boat ticket and board. If you are staying in Hoi An, leaving your hotel by 7:00\u20137:15 AM is sufficient. For guests in central Hoi An (near the Ancient Town), 7:30 AM departure is fine.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n<section id=\"from-da-nang\" class=\"mv-section\">\n  <h2>How to get to Cham Islands from Da Nang<\/h2>\n\n  <!-- IMAGE: speedboat with man -->\n  <figure class=\"mv-inline-image\">\n    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cham-islands-speedboat.webp\"\n         alt=\"Speedboat at Cham Islands shore ready to depart \u2014 Cu Lao Cham boat transfer from Cua Dai Pier Hoi An\"\n         width=\"800\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\">\n  <\/figure>\n\n  Da Nang is approximately 35 km from Cua Dai Pier \u2014 50\u201365 minutes by private car. For guests based in Da Nang who want a Cham Islands day, the logistics require an early start.\n\n  <div class=\"mv-card-grid\">\n    <div class=\"mv-info-card\">\n      <h3>\u23f0 Timing from Da Nang<\/h3>\n      Leave Da Nang by <strong>6:30\u20136:45 AM<\/strong>. The drive to Cua Dai Pier takes 50\u201365 minutes \u2014 arriving by 7:30\u20137:45 AM in time for the 8:00 AM speedboat. The first boat of the day is the one to catch: calm seas, clearest water visibility, and a full day on the island before the return boat at 3:00\u20134:00 PM.\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-info-card\">\n      <h3>\ud83d\ude97 Private car to the pier<\/h3>\n      Minh Vu Travel provides direct transfers from Da Nang hotels to Cua Dai Pier, timed for the 8:00 AM boat departure. The driver drops you at the pier, and you arrange the return separately (or the driver returns to collect you at the pier in the afternoon). Book at <a href=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/da-nang-to-cua-dai-port-private-car-for-cham-islands\/\">danangtohoian.com\/cua-dai-pier<\/a> or WhatsApp +84 905 989 702.\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"mv-price-box\">\n    <div class=\"mv-price-box__row mv-price-box__row--header\">\n      <span class=\"mv-price-box__label\">From Da Nang<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__value\">Distance<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__time\">Drive time<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-price-box__row\"><span class=\"mv-price-box__label\">Da Nang Airport \u2192 Cua Dai Pier<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__value\">~35 km<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__time\">50\u201360 min<\/span><\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-price-box__row\"><span class=\"mv-price-box__label\">Da Nang city hotels \u2192 Cua Dai Pier<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__value\">~30\u201335 km<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__time\">50\u201365 min<\/span><\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-price-box__row\"><span class=\"mv-price-box__label\">My Khe Beach hotels \u2192 Cua Dai Pier<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__value\">~28\u201332 km<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__time\">45\u201355 min<\/span><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section id=\"speedboat-vs-slow\" class=\"mv-section\">\n  <h2>Speedboat vs slow boat \u2014 which to choose<\/h2>\n\n  <!-- IMAGE: catamaran at shore -->\n  <figure class=\"mv-inline-image\">\n    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cham-islands-catamaran.webp\"\n         alt=\"Catamaran boat at Cham Islands shore \u2014 boat options for getting to Cu Lao Cham from Cua Dai Pier Hoi An\"\n         width=\"800\" height=\"534\" loading=\"lazy\">\n  <\/figure>\n\n  <div class=\"mv-price-box\">\n    <div class=\"mv-price-box__row mv-price-box__row--header\">\n      <span class=\"mv-price-box__label\">Boat type<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__value\">Crossing time<\/span><span class=\"mv-price-box__time\">Roundtrip price \u00b7 notes<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-price-box__row\" style=\"background:#fffbeb;\">\n      <span class=\"mv-price-box__label\">\u2b50 Speedboat (recommended)<\/span>\n      <span class=\"mv-price-box__value\">25\u201330 min<\/span>\n      <span class=\"mv-price-box__time\">500,000\u2013600,000 VND \u00b7 departs 8:00 AM<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-price-box__row\">\n      <span class=\"mv-price-box__label\">Catamaran \/ larger vessel<\/span>\n      <span class=\"mv-price-box__value\">45\u201360 min<\/span>\n      <span class=\"mv-price-box__time\">300,000\u2013450,000 VND \u00b7 tour package common<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-price-box__row\">\n      <span class=\"mv-price-box__label\">Slow wooden boat<\/span>\n      <span class=\"mv-price-box__value\">90\u2013120 min<\/span>\n      <span class=\"mv-price-box__time\">200,000\u2013300,000 VND \u00b7 budget option<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"mv-card-grid\">\n    <div class=\"mv-info-card\">\n      <h3>Choose speedboat if:<\/h3>\n      You are coming from Da Nang (long journey already), you want maximum time on the island, sea conditions are choppy (shorter crossing = less seasickness exposure), or you have children who find long boat trips difficult. The 25-minute crossing is genuinely fast and the extra cost is worth it for most visitors.\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-info-card\">\n      <h3>Choose slow boat if:<\/h3>\n      Budget is the primary consideration, you are already staying in Hoi An (shorter overall travel day), the sea is calm and you enjoy a more leisurely crossing, or you are booking a package tour that includes the boat. The 90\u2013120 minute slow boat is fine in calm conditions \u2014 genuinely unpleasant in rougher water.\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section id=\"the-crossing\" class=\"mv-section\">\n  <h2>The boat crossing \u2014 what to expect<\/h2>\n\n  <!-- IMAGE: view from back of boat -->\n  <figure class=\"mv-inline-image\">\n    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cham-islands-boat-journey.webp\"\n         alt=\"View from the back of a diving boat leaving Cham Islands \u2014 scuba tank and life ring visible \u2014 Cu Lao Cham in background\"\n         width=\"800\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\">\n  <\/figure>\n\n  The crossing from Cua Dai Pier to Cham Islands is across open water \u2014 the South China Sea, 15 km. In May and June, conditions are typically calm with light wind and low swell. July and August can bring more chop, particularly in the afternoon. Morning crossings are almost always smoother than afternoon returns.\n\n  <ul class=\"mv-list\">\n    <li><strong>Motion sickness.<\/strong> If you are prone to seasickness, take medication before boarding \u2014 not after the swell starts. The speedboat's fast, flat trajectory can be more jarring than the slow boat's gentler roll in choppy conditions.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Sun on the crossing.<\/strong> The open-deck speedboat has minimal shade. Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen applied before boarding. The 30-minute crossing in full morning sun is enough for a sunburn to start on pale skin.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Spray.<\/strong> The front of a speedboat in any kind of chop gets wet. Sit toward the back or middle if you have electronics or clothes you want to keep dry. A small dry bag for phone and camera is worth having.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Life jackets.<\/strong> Provided and required for all passengers. No exceptions regardless of swimming ability.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n<section id=\"on-the-island\" class=\"mv-section\">\n  <h2>What to do on Cham Islands<\/h2>\n\n  <!-- IMAGE: beach relax under palm tree -->\n  <figure class=\"mv-inline-image\">\n    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cham-islands-beach-relax.webp\"\n         alt=\"Relaxing on Bai Chong beach Cham Islands under a palm tree \u2014 turquoise water and speedboats \u2014 Cu Lao Cham day trip from Hoi An\"\n         width=\"800\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\">\n  <\/figure>\n\n  <div class=\"mv-travel-grid\">\n    <div class=\"mv-travel-card\">\n      <h3>\ud83c\udfd6 Bai Chong Beach<\/h3>\n      The main beach at Hon Lao \u2014 the first place most visitors land. Calm bay, clear water, beach chairs and umbrellas for rent, seafood restaurants directly behind the beach. The water is generally calmer here than on the exposed side of the island. Good for swimming and snorkeling from the beach.\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-travel-card\">\n      <h3>\ud83e\udeb8 Bai Bac Beach<\/h3>\n      The quieter northern beach \u2014 a 15\u201320 minute walk or short boat ride from Bai Chong. Less developed, fewer vendors, better snorkeling directly from the shore due to the rocky bottom that attracts fish. Bring your own snorkel gear or rent at Bai Chong before walking over.\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-travel-card\">\n      <h3>\ud83d\udc1a Bai Xep Beach<\/h3>\n      The most remote of the accessible beaches \u2014 rocky, intimate, and usually much quieter than either Bai Chong or Bai Bac. Worth the extra effort for visitors who want a beach to themselves. Small fishing boats anchor here; the rock formations at the water's edge are worth photographing.\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-travel-card\">\n      <h3>\ud83e\udd80 Seafood lunch on the island<\/h3>\n      Restaurants at Bai Chong serve fresh seafood caught locally \u2014 crab, fish, squid, and clams. Eating on the island is one of the best parts of the day trip. Prices are higher than the mainland but lower than equivalent seafood restaurants in Da Nang or tourist Hoi An. Order by weight or choose a fixed-price set menu.\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-travel-card\">\n      <h3>\ud83c\udfd8 Hon Lao fishing village<\/h3>\n      The inhabited village on Hon Lao has a small market, a centuries-old Cham-era well still in daily use, and the lived-in quality of a working fishing community \u2014 not a tourist recreation. A 30-minute walk through the village adds context to the island beyond the beach experience.\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-travel-card\">\n      <h3>\ud83d\udeb6 Island trails<\/h3>\n      Marked hiking trails connect the different bays through the forested interior. The main trail from Bai Chong to Bai Bac takes approximately 20 minutes. Wear shoes rather than sandals \u2014 the paths are rocky in sections. Go in the morning before the midday heat makes the forest trails uncomfortable.\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section id=\"snorkeling-diving\" class=\"mv-section\">\n  <h2>Snorkeling and scuba diving at Cham Islands<\/h2>\n\n  <!-- IMAGE: coral reef snorkeling -->\n  <figure class=\"mv-inline-image\">\n    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cham-islands-snorkeling-coral.webp\"\n         alt=\"Snorkeler freediving over coral reef at Cham Islands \u2014 UNESCO Biosphere Reserve marine environment \u2014 Cu Lao Cham Vietnam\"\n         width=\"800\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\">\n  <\/figure>\n\n  The marine environment around Cham Islands is the best reason to come. The UNESCO Biosphere Reserve designation enforces strict protection \u2014 no fishing within the reserve zone, no anchoring on coral, and no single-use plastic allowed on the islands. The result is coral reef in noticeably better condition than most comparable sites in Southeast Asia.\n\n  <!-- IMAGE: diver with Nemo -->\n  <figure class=\"mv-inline-image\">\n    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cham-islands-diving-nemo.webp\"\n         alt=\"Scuba diver face to face with a clownfish at Cham Islands \u2014 diving with Tiger Fish Divers Hoi An \u2014 Cu Lao Cham marine reserve\"\n         width=\"800\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\">\n  <\/figure>\n\n  <div class=\"mv-card-grid\">\n    <div class=\"mv-info-card\">\n      <h3>\ud83e\udd3f Snorkeling<\/h3>\n      The most accessible water activity on the island. Snorkeling tours with guide, mask, fins, and vest cost approximately 200,000\u2013400,000 VND per person and are arranged at Cua Dai Pier before departure or directly at Bai Chong on arrival. The guide takes you to the best reef sections and points out species. Visibility ranges from 5\u201315 metres depending on weather and time of season. Clownfish, parrotfish, triggerfish, and sea turtles are regularly sighted.\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-info-card\">\n      <h3>\ud83e\udd3f Scuba diving<\/h3>\n      Several dive operators run day trips from Hoi An to Cham Islands, including Tiger Fish Divers. For certified divers, the reef walls and bommies around the outer islands offer the best diving \u2014 typically 8\u201320m depth with good coral coverage. Introductory dives for non-certified visitors are available. Book with a Hoi An dive shop at least the day before \u2014 dive trips to Cham Islands are weather-dependent and departure times are set by the operator.\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-info-card\">\n      <h3>\ud83e\udeb8 Best snorkeling spots<\/h3>\n      The reef sections between Hon Lao and the smaller outer islands have the densest coral coverage. Your snorkel guide will take you to the current best spots \u2014 these shift slightly by season as weather affects visibility in different locations. Generally, the eastern side of the archipelago has better visibility in May\u2013June; the western side is more sheltered in July\u2013August when the southwesterly swell builds.\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mv-info-card\">\n      <h3>\ud83d\udeab No plastic rule<\/h3>\n      Cham Islands enforces a no single-use plastic policy. No plastic bottles, bags, or straws are allowed on the island. You will be asked to deposit plastic items at the pier before boarding or surrender them on arrival. Bring a reusable water bottle \u2014 there are fresh water refill points on the island and at the pier.\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section id=\"practical-tips\" class=\"mv-section\">\n  <h2>Practical tips before you go<\/h2>\n\n  <!-- IMAGE: rocky shore -->\n  <figure class=\"mv-inline-image\">\n    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/cham-islands-rocky-shore.webp\"\n         alt=\"Rocky shoreline at Cham Islands \u2014 quiet cove on Cu Lao Cham \u2014 UNESCO marine biosphere reserve near Hoi An Vietnam\"\n         width=\"800\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\">\n  <\/figure>\n\n  <ul class=\"mv-list\">\n    <li><strong>Season: May\u2013August only.<\/strong> Do not plan a Cham Islands day outside this window \u2014 the boats do not run. If your trip is in September or later, Cham Islands is not an option.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Leave early.<\/strong> The 8:00 AM first boat is the one to catch. From Hoi An: leave by 7:00\u20137:15 AM. From Da Nang: leave by 6:30\u20136:45 AM. Later boats exist but compress your time on the island significantly.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>No single-use plastic.<\/strong> Leave plastic bottles and bags at the hotel. Bring a reusable water bottle. This is enforced, not just requested.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Conservation fee ~80,000 VND.<\/strong> Paid on the island at the entry point. Cash only. Have VND in small denominations available.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Reef shoes.<\/strong> Much of Cham Islands' waterline is rocky rather than sandy. Rubber reef shoes or water shoes make getting in and out of the water at rocky beaches significantly easier and safer. Available cheaply at Cua Dai Pier market stalls before departure.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Reconfirm the return boat time.<\/strong> The last speedboat back to Cua Dai Pier typically departs at 3:00\u20134:00 PM. Confirm the exact departure time with your boat operator when you arrive \u2014 missing the last boat is a situation that does happen.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Pre-arrange your pier transfer for the return.<\/strong> If you booked a private car with Minh Vu Travel for the morning, arrange the return pickup from Cua Dai Pier at the same time. A driver confirmed for 4:30\u20135:00 PM pickup from the pier removes the last logistical piece of the day.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n<section id=\"faq\" class=\"mv-faq\">\n  <p class=\"mv-section-label\">FAQ<\/p>\n  <h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n  <div class=\"mv-faq-item\">\n    <button class=\"mv-faq-question\">How do I get to Cham Islands from Hoi An?<\/button>\n    <div class=\"mv-faq-answer\">Take a tuk-tuk, Grab, or private car from Hoi An Ancient Town to Cua Dai Pier (15.8903\u00b0N, 108.3267\u00b0E) \u2014 5\u20138 km, 10\u201315 minutes. From the pier, take a speedboat (8:00 AM departure, 25\u201330 min crossing, 500,000\u2013600,000 VND roundtrip) to the main island. Be at the pier by 7:30\u20137:45 AM.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"mv-faq-item\">\n    <button class=\"mv-faq-question\">How do I get to Cham Islands from Da Nang?<\/button>\n    <div class=\"mv-faq-answer\">Take a private car from Da Nang (approximately 35 km, 50\u201365 minutes) to Cua Dai Pier, then board the speedboat. Leave Da Nang hotels by 6:30\u20136:45 AM to reach the pier by 7:30\u20137:45 AM for the 8:00 AM boat. Minh Vu Travel provides direct pier transfers \u2014 book at danangtohoian.com\/da-nang-to-cua-dai-port-private-car-for-cham-islands or WhatsApp +84 905 989 702.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"mv-faq-item\">\n    <button class=\"mv-faq-question\">When is Cham Islands open?<\/button>\n    <div class=\"mv-faq-answer\">May through August only. The northeast monsoon creates rough seas from September through April that close all boat services. In 2026, the season runs from approximately early May to late August. Always confirm current boat availability before planning your visit.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"mv-faq-item\">\n    <button class=\"mv-faq-question\">How much does it cost to visit Cham Islands?<\/button>\n    <div class=\"mv-faq-answer\">Speedboat roundtrip: 500,000\u2013600,000 VND. Conservation area entry fee on the island: ~80,000 VND. Snorkeling tour with equipment and guide: 200,000\u2013400,000 VND. Lunch on the island: 150,000\u2013400,000 VND depending on what you order. Total per person budget excluding transport to the pier: approximately 900,000\u20131,500,000 VND.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"mv-faq-item\">\n    <button class=\"mv-faq-question\">Can I snorkel and dive at Cham Islands?<\/button>\n    <div class=\"mv-faq-answer\">Yes. Cham Islands is one of Vietnam's best snorkeling and diving destinations thanks to its UNESCO Biosphere Reserve protection. Snorkeling tours with guide and equipment cost approximately 200,000\u2013400,000 VND. Scuba diving is available through Hoi An operators including Tiger Fish Divers. Visibility is typically 5\u201315 metres. Clownfish, parrotfish, sea turtles, and diverse coral are regularly seen.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"mv-faq-item\">\n    <button class=\"mv-faq-question\">How do I get from Da Nang Airport to Cua Dai Pier for Cham Islands?<\/button>\n    <div class=\"mv-faq-answer\">Approximately 35 km \u2014 50\u201360 minutes by private car. Leave the airport no later than 7:00 AM to reach the pier in time for the 8:00 AM boat. Minh Vu Travel provides this transfer directly. Book at danangtohoian.com\/da-nang-to-cua-dai-port-private-car-for-cham-islands or WhatsApp +84 905 989 702.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"mv-related-articles mv-section\">\n  <h2>Related guides<\/h2>\n  <ul class=\"mv-list\">\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/da-nang-to-hoi-an-one-day\/\"><strong>Da Nang to Hoi An for One Day<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 combine a Cham Islands morning with an Ancient Town afternoon \u00b7 the definitive Hoi An day structure<\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/best-time-to-visit-hoi-an-ancient-town-summer\/\"><strong>Best Time of Day to Visit Hoi An Ancient Town in Summer<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 after Cham Islands, use the late afternoon and evening windows in the old town<\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/da-nang-hoi-an-entrance-fees-2026\/\"><strong>Da Nang & Hoi An Entrance Fees 2026<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 complete price guide including Cham Islands boat and conservation fee<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/section>\n\n<section class=\"mv-cta-box\">\n  <h2>Going to Cham Islands from Da Nang or Hoi An?<\/h2>\n  Private car to Cua Dai Pier, timed for the 8:00 AM boat. Minh Vu Travel handles the transfer from your hotel door to the pier \u2014 and picks you up when you return.\n  <a class=\"mv-cta-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/danangtohoian.com\/da-nang-to-cua-dai-port-private-car-for-cham-islands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Pier Transfer<\/a>\n  <a class=\"mv-cta-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/84905989702\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"background:#25d366;margin-left:0.75rem;\">WhatsApp<\/a>\n  <p class=\"mv-cta-sub\">Minh Vu Travel \u00b7 danangtohoian.com \u00b7 Da Nang & Hoi An \u2192 Cua Dai Pier \u00b7 From 6:30 AM<\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n<\/article>\n<script>document.querySelectorAll(\".mv-faq-question\").forEach(b=>b.addEventListener(\"click\",()=>b.parentElement.classList.toggle(\"active\")));<\/script>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>B\u1ebfn t\u00e0u C\u1eeda \u0110\u1ea1i, t\u00e0u cao t\u1ed1c l\u00fac 8 gi\u1edd s\u00e1ng, ch\u1ec9 ho\u1ea1t \u0111\u1ed9ng t\u1eeb th\u00e1ng 5 \u0111\u1ebfn th\u00e1ng 8. 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