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
2,132 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best way to visit the Cu Chi tunnels!
ktmcmorg,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fantastic way to visit the Cu Chi tunnels. Picked up from our hotel by our guide, taken to the port and then it was an hours speed boat ride to the tunnels. Water, croissants & fruit was provided en route. Our guide, Mr Chi was brilliant. Informative, fun and spoke excellent English. He knew the best way to avoid the crowds so we got the most out of the experience. After the tunnels, lunch was provided (vegetarian or vietnamese) which was very tasty. Then it was another hour speed boat ride back to HCM for early afternoon. Thoroughly recommend this trip and Mr Chi as your guide!
Fantastic tour
robmcneil,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour and an amazing guide
Good coverage of the local view of the conflict
AndrewEye,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00First class great guide and kept us engaged
Expensive but good...
Shreyas B,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Expensive but good service and very friendly staff. This mode of transportation saves 1 - 2 hours each way versus taking a bus. We also reached the tunnels early and had a head start on the crowds. If the budget is tight, it’s hard to justify the cost of the speedboat. Lunch was actually pretty good.
Brilliant tour from an excellent and amusing tour guide chi , thanks
638jamie k,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend chi was great and vet informative
Great visit with excellent transport
Katherine W,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to get to and from the Cu Chi tunnels. Danny and his team were excellent. Danny very knowledgeable. Interesting visit and a very good lunch at the Tunnels. Plenty of water, fruit etc on the boat.
Fantastic Boat Ride & Cu Chi Tunnels Trip
Malcolm Y,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was an amazing trip to the Cu Chi tunnels! 100% recommend doing it by boat because the river is beautiful and the air feels really nice in the heat. Danny was a great guide, he keep the energy flowing as we explored all around and gave good information about the serious details of the place we were visiting.
An excellent half day out!
Camper19947959180,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent half day out & great for young families too. We visited with our three children (aged 1, 4 and 8) and were very well looked after throughout. Our guide, David, was knowledgeable and jovial, striking just the right balance between informative and engaging for both adults and children. There’s much more to the site than just the tunnels, and the overall pacing felt spot on — interesting without being overwhelming. The children managed the tunnels and walking without any issues, and an ice cream stop halfway through was a definite highlight! The food was also good — tasty and plentiful. A really worthwhile visit, whether you’re travelling with children or not.
Tick in the box for Cu Chi
Robert O,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Our guide Danny was excellent and easy to understand. The main issue we had was the poor coordination of the different groups around the Cu Chi site, which Danny had no control over.
Going upstream
L1101WMmb,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience with Danny. Very knowledgeable and caring guide. Great value for money!
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