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
Group Tour at 8:00 AM
Light Breakfast and Lunch
Pickup included
Late Morning Group Tour
Light Breakfast and Lunch
Private Tour
Include croissant and lunch
Pickup included
Reviews
2,182 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Informative tour with some humor thrown in
Bianca R,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chi was engaging without overloading us with information. Easy, fun and would recommend this tour.
Cu Chi Tunnel Speedboat Experience with Mr Chi
G8256SLdougl,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent trip by speedboat and Mr Chi as an expert local guide sharing his personal knowledge. Trip included a very nice inclusive lunch and drinks
Best tunnels experience
swampd2026,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So good chi chi our guide was great
Very good
539savanahg,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chi was so good very knowledgeable
Must do Experience
rickywI7581CE,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The only way to experience the Cu Chi Tunnels when staying in Ho Chi Minh. Smooth but fast speedboat took 1hr, getting us there before all the coaches pulled in. Our guide Chi was FANTASTIC. Specifically ask for Chi if doing the tour. Lots of knowledge and fun. Thank you Chi for sharing your stories with us both past and present Kelly Travel Manager Italktravel Warners Bay
Modern history of Vietnam
801aislings,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip along the river and the tour of the tunnels was spectacular. Moon was a fantastic guide and I would urge anyone with an interest in the modern history of Vietnam to take this trip.
Great half day by speedboat
Navigator61595364262,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So glad we did the Cu Chi tunnels by speedboat. Well worth the cost. Our guide Moon was so lovely and knowledgeable. We had a great time and the lunch after was plentiful and delicious. Would highly recommend.
A lesson for today from Vietnam's history of resistancr.
U8597EFmartins,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Faacinating trip. Shows the lenghts people will go to defeat imperialism. Moon, our host, was such a great guide. Well done and thanks.
Busy but crowded and too may people on the speedboat
W4949DPjonathans,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00The tunnels part was great and a really interesting trip. Busy but that was expected of a popular tourist attraction. The boat trip certainly wasn’t luxury. This company is greedy and cram on far too many people and you are practically sitting on top of each other. Fortunately we had three kids with us but it would have been even more unbearable if it was all adults. Charge a little bit more and make the 2.5 hours you spend on the boat comfortable and enjoyable or drop the word luxury.
Excellent guide
Bodenseekiwi,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was excellent. There were a LOT of people visiting the CuChi Tunnels when we were there but somehow he managed to take us to places and explain what had happened where few people were. He definitely knew his stuff. Totally recommend this particular guide!!!
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