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
2,106 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Cu Chi Tunnels by Boat
ozzie2urist,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Going by speed boat to Cu Chi tunnels is the way to go. Much quicker than bus and much more enjoyable. Danny our guide was excellent! He was organised, clear, pleasant and he gave us just the right amount of information…not too little, not too much. It was a great day out.
Excellent tour
Stu flett,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour. Moon, was the perfect host/guide, very knowledgeable, engaging and with a great sense of humour. Communication from start to finish was spot on and the choice to travel by boat provided a welcome change to the HCM traffic. I would definitely recommend this tour.
Great Experience
D63UNjakem,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Boat ride to tunnels and back maje for much better ride than a bus. Very knowledgeable guide.
Great way to explore Cu Chi
85gustavl,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome way to explore the Cu Chi tunnels. The guide, Chi, was very knowledgeable. 10/10 would recommend.
Great Tour
Jason E,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Danny was an excellent guide who was incredibly informative. The speed boat ride on the way there was lovely with the wind in our faces and all the lovely scenery passing us by. The tunnel tour and the area around Cu Chi was interesting and historically significant. Lunch was delicious and the small group we were with were great.
Small group tour with brilliant guide
Connector27185143498,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Danny was an excellent guide who was incredibly informative. The speed boat ride on the way there was lovely with the wind in our faces and all the lovely scenery passing us by. The tunnel tour and the area around Cu Chi was interesting and historically significant. Lunch was delicious and the small group we were with were great.
Unforgettable experience
D4693QOsandyj,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour. Danny was great, very knowledgeable and friendly. Lunch was excellent. Highly recommend going by boat and not bus. This is an absolute must
Absolute recommendation
M9639PDmarcol,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The situation was a lot of fun. You saw everything and were well accompanied. Danny in particular has gone to more trouble than Mann can expect. Can I recommend completely.
Awesome Experience with Danny
F9723PBshaneb,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Danny was great - extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the history and war. The boat ride was also lovely and this is a great half day tour option if you’re in Saigon.
Immersive experience which gave real insight into realities of Vietnam ‘American’ war
Louise N,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a great way to travel coolly to the tunnels and see Ho Chi Minh City from the river The tunnel experience is fantastic… it is crowded but Trang expertly managed us so we saw all key sights and experienced being in the tunnels. Would recommend following this with visiting the Vietnam war remnants museum as it helps further fill in the gaps on the horrific war realities
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