Premium Cu Chi Tunnels Tour with Local Expert by SpeedBoat
Overview
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6 hours
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Saigon River Tour offers a smarter, faster, and more immersive way to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels by traveling by speedboat along the Saigon River instead of sitting for hours in traffic. This scenic journey saves 2–4 hours compared to bus tours and allows guests to arrive early, explore the tunnels in cooler temperatures, and avoid large crowds.
The experience is led by expert local guides who combine clear historical explanations with personal stories, bringing the site to life in a respectful and engaging way. Guides know exactly how to pace the visit and navigate the site efficiently, ensuring guests see everything without feeling rushed.
The tour includes light refreshments on board, comfortable speedboats, hotel pickup in the central of District 1, and a quality local lunch after the tunnel visit. With small-group or private options, this premium experience offers comfort, insight, and excellent value—making it one of the best ways to explore the Cu Chi Tunnels.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking. A surcharge may applied for any special meal accommodations
An umbrella is recommended from May to October
A light jacket is recommended between November and February
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of travelers
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Cu Chi Tunnels
9:15 am: You will arrive at the Cu Chi Tunnels site before the majority of larger bus tours arrive. Watch a brief introductory ‘propaganda’ video to the Cu Chi area. 9:30 am: Explore the tunnel site, which includes weapon and booby trap exhibitions, navigating authentic Viet Cong tunnel, visiting different underground bunkers (kitchens, meeting rooms, ammunitions etc.), a firing range and much more. Try the local cassava root that sustained Viet Cong fighters for years. 11:30 am: Enjoy a delicious traditional Vietnamese traditional lunch by the river. 12:30 am: Say goodbye to Cu Chi Tunnel and return to Ho Chi Minh City.
Saigon River
Cruising on Saigon River to see local life and nature life
What‘s Included
Entry/Admission - Cu Chi Tunnels
Vietnamese traditional set lunch
Pick-up and drop-off at Saigon Waterbus Station (Bach Dang pier)
Professional tour guide with international license
Unlimited refreshment and local fruits
The Sugar Town bakery cake
Optional activities such as shooting range (minimum age 18)
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Price for Optional Shooting Range is VND 55,000-60,000/per bullet
Bring sunscreen and mosquito repellent when visiting the tunnels
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private Tour
Include croissant and lunch
Pickup included
Late Morning Group Tour
Light Breakfast and Lunch
Group Tour at 8:00 AM
Light Breakfast and Lunch
Pickup included
Reviews
2,120 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic Day.
sfaulds78,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a fantastic and fascinating day out at Chu Chu Tunnels with Danny and his team to see how the Vietnam War unfolded. From getting picked up at hotel to riverboat up the Saigon River to the Tunnels. Seeing the Tunnels that were built to fight a war is just something else. Beautiful lunch at restaurant on site before riverboat cruise and taxi back to hotel. Thanks again Danny.
Boat trip and war stories
SCtheCitygal,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The boat trip is a unique experience, away from the chaotic traffic from the road. Our guide Chister was very thorough and guided us the best spots to take photos and gave us plenty war stories. The other tourists who joined the group were very friendly. Really enjoyed the day. Lunch was delicious as well. I would recommend this to my friends!
Ci Chi tunnel
Kasey M,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great guide Mr Chi, very knowledgeable and easy to talk too.
Educational, interesting and fun
Jasmine M,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience highly rate coming via speedboat. Danny was a fantastic guide.
History tour
BackeHowden,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day! Thanks! Danny was a great guide
Highly recommend!
L4632DFaliceh,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time with local guide Danny! It was a very well informed tour. Lunch was delicious, highly recommend!
Great tour and fantastic guide!
81elin,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took this tour and had a fantastic day! Chi is very knowledgeable and a perfect guide. Highly recommended!!! Won’t be disappointed.
Great tour, very informative guide, best day
Andrea P,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Definitely do it, it’s very interesting. It’s a special day you won’t forget. Danny our hide was entertaining, had perfect English and so nice. He had very good knowledge and was extremely kind to his different age/type of visitors.
Cu chi tunnels speed boat
JANN D,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great - tour guide Mr Chi was great - fun sense of humour and knowledgeable - very courteous
Moons river tour 😊
S1197UBcaroled,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely cruise on speedboat really good guide Moon passionate and made information interesting Learnt lots about war in Vietnam Thankyou Moon for waking us across the road and caring
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