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The 15 Best Island & Bay Cruises in Vietnam

36 tours  ·  from $14 a head

Ha Long and Lan Ha are karst bays best crossed slowly; Phu Quoc is a four-island speedboat day with a cable car over the top. These 15 are priced and timed, with cabin notes for the overnight boats.

HCM: Mekong Delta Islands Boat & Tuk-Tuk Tour with Tastings - Vinh Trang Pagoda and the first river crossing
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HCM: Mekong Delta Islands Boat & Tuk-Tuk Tour with Tastings

1.HCM: Mekong Delta Islands Boat & Tuk-Tuk Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,285 reviews · 9 hours · from $14Our pick

Spend nine hours from Ho Chi Minh City exploring My Tho and Ben Tre by minivan, motorboat, rowboat, tuk-tuk, and bicycle. Visit four Mekong islands, taste honey tea and coconut candy, try bánh khọt, hear southern folk music, and learn about delta life from an English-speaking guide such as Steve, Phong, or Lam.

“Thanh (Tim) was amazing during the whole day. We shared great experiences, good food and activities, we spent a lovely day all together. Thank you”

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Hanoi: Islands & Caves Ha Long Cruise with Lunch & Kayaking - Boarding the Dragonfly Cruise at noon
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Hanoi: Islands & Caves Ha Long Cruise with Lunch & Kayaking

2.Islands & Caves Ha Long Cruise with Lunch & Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,317 reviews · 4 - 13 hours · from $34

Spend a full day on Ha Long Bay with Dragonfly Cruise, a seafood lunch, Thien Cung Cave, and 45 minutes of kayaking or bamboo boating. English and Vietnamese guides such as Harry, Benjamin, Linh, and Hoi lead the day. Expect a long road trip, but excellent value if time is short.

“A great day visiting Ha long bay. Harry is a great guide!”

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Mekong Delta 4 Islands, TukTuk, Boat, Try Khot Cake Local Cooking - Vinh Trang Pagoda and the first look at My Tho
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Mekong Delta 4 Islands, TukTuk, Boat, Try Khot Cake Local Cooking

3.Mekong Delta 4 Islands, TukTuk, Boat, Try Khot Cake Local Cooking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,148 reviews · from $23Top rated

Spend about nine hours exploring My Tho and Ben Tre by motorboat, rowing boat, tuk-tuk, and bicycle. You’ll visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, sample coconut candy and tropical fruit, cook Bánh Khọt with a local chef, enjoy lunch, and return to District 1. Guides such as Tim, Thanh, and Tam may lead the group.

“Experience and the guide Tim was great! We had very relaxing day doing many activities . The best was how they use coconuts for many dofferent purposes”

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Trip 3 : 3 Islands by boat - Mong Tay Island, a beautiful first stop with a changing plan
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Trip 3 : 3 Islands by boat

4.Trip 3 : 3 Islands by boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,131 reviews · from $29

Spend about eight hours visiting Mong Tay, Gam Ghi, and May Rut islands from Phu Quoc. Swim, snorkel, sunbathe, and eat a Vietnamese lunch aboard the boat. English-speaking guides such as Huy may lead the day, but expect a large group and possible changes to swimming stops.

“Nice cruise with snorkling. But on the third island, there are far too many people and it is too commercial.Auto-translated”

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1 night Halong Bay Cruise-Titov Island,Surprise Cave,kayak,meals - Getting from Hanoi to Tuan Chau Marina
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1 night Halong Bay Cruise-Titov Island,Surprise Cave,kayak,meals

5.1 night Halong Bay Cruise-Titov Island,Surprise Cave,kayak,meals

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 855 reviews · from $135

Spend two days aboard a small Ha Long Bay cruise with meals, air-conditioned cabins, kayaking or a rowing boat, Titov Island, Luon Cave, and Sung Sot Surprise Cave. Guides such as Alex and Bobby may lead the trip, while evening activities include a sunset party and squid fishing.

“20 Stunden vor Beginn der Reise wurden wir darüber informiert, dass die von uns gebuchte Tour nicht stattfinden wird - Gründe hierfür wurden uns allerdings auch nach Nachfrage nicht genannt. Uns wurde eine Alternative Tour mit einem gröRead more”

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Phu Quoc: 3 Island Tour by Boat with Guide - An early pickup from Duong Dong
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Phu Quoc: 3 Island Tour by Boat with Guide

6.3 Island Tour by Boat with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 658 reviews · 8 hours · from $31

Spend eight hours cruising Phu Quoc’s southern islands with an English-speaking guide such as Huy, Viet, or Tuan. Snorkel at Xuong or Buom Island and Gam Ghi, eat lunch aboard, then relax at May Rut Trong’s white-sand lagoon. Expect a sociable group outing, changing island stops in poor weather, and possible crowds.

“Vit was really great, he was such a character and knew how to handle a large group! We really enjoyed this trip 😊”

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2-Day Royal Palace Ha Long Bay & Ti Top Island Cruise - Hanoi pickup and the journey to Tuan Chau Port
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2-Day Royal Palace Ha Long Bay & Ti Top Island Cruise

7.2-Day Royal Palace Ha Long Bay & Ti Top Island Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 627 reviews · from $108

Spend one night aboard the Royal Palace cruise in Ha Long Bay, with seafood meals, kayaking, Ti Top Island, Surprising Cave, Tai Chi, and squid fishing. Guides such as Violet, Violette, Alex, and Tony are known for warm, capable service. Hanoi pickup is optional.

“The trip was absolutely amazing. Our guide, Violet, was incredibly knowledgeable, funny, and truly outstanding. I highly recommend this trip to everyone. Ha Long Bay is stunningly beautiful.”

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From Ha Noi/Cat Ba: Full-Day Cruise to Lan Ha bay - Ha Long Bay - Kayaking through three cave passages
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From Ha Noi/Cat Ba: Full-Day Cruise to Lan Ha bay – Ha Long Bay

8.From Ha Noi/Cat Ba: Full-Day Cruise to Lan Ha bay – Ha Long Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 504 reviews · from $32

Spend about nine hours cruising Lan Ha and Ha Long bays from Cat Ba. You will kayak through cave-lined lagoons, visit Cai Beo fishing village, swim, enjoy a seafood lunch, and relax on deck. Guides known as Jack and Tiny Tiger have helped make this trip lively and well paced.

“Great informative tour guide, really nice lunch, beautiful views. Snorkelling is not really snorkelling as there were no breathing tubes but it was still nice swimming.”

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REAL snorkel &island hopping by SPEEDBOAT-EXPLORE CUISINES(MAX12) - May Rut or Gam Ghi for swimming and a break
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REAL snorkel &island hopping by SPEEDBOAT-EXPLORE CUISINES(MAX12)

9.REAL snorkel &island hopping by SPEEDBOAT-EXPLORE CUISINES(MAX12)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 466 reviews · from $55

Pacific Boat takes you by speedboat from Phu Quoc to four southern islands, with snorkeling at Kim Quy and Coconut Island, beach time at May Rut or Gam Ghi, and a Vietnamese meal afterward. Guides such as Windy, Hugo, Ben, and Si lead small groups, usually around 12 people.

“Our guide, Windy, was great. Good english, clear inductions of what to expect, funny. Snorkeling was excellent. Nice to have rest stops on beaches between snorkeling. The company advised us on Saturday that there were a lot of jellyfish in the area and we could go but would not be as good. So we elected to wait until Sunday. And the snorkeling was wonderful. I really appreciated the company's concern for our Safety. communication with the company and with our guide was excellent and prompt. The lunch was very delicious. Good snorkeling equipment and well worth the price.”

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Ha Long Bay Cruise Day Tour-Cave, Kayaking,Ti top island & Lunch - Boarding the cruise at Tuan Chau
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Ha Long Bay Cruise Day Tour-Cave, Kayaking,Ti top island & Lunch

10.Ha Long Bay Cruise Day Tour-Cave, Kayaking,Ti top island & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 431 reviews · from $41

Travel by coach from Hanoi’s Old Quarter to Ha Long Bay for a full day on the water. You’ll visit Surprise Cave, kayak or take a bamboo boat through Luon Cave, climb Ti Top Island, and eat a set seafood lunch. Guides such as Tony, Toan, Max, and Nam are often assigned to this route.

“The trip was great. The one exception was that I believe both my son and me got sick from the food served on the boat. The rest was very good.”

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Phu Quoc: Speedboat Tour of 4 Islands with Snorkeling & BBQ - Hotel pickup and the run to the harbor
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Phu Quoc: Speedboat Tour of 4 Islands with Snorkeling & BBQ

11.Speedboat Tour of 4 Islands with Snorkeling & BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 428 reviews · from $56

Join Pacific Boat for a six-hour, small-group speedboat trip from Phu Quoc. Guide Windy and other English-speaking guides lead snorkeling at Kim Quy and Buom, beach stops at May Rut Ngoai or Gham Ghi and Fingernail Island, followed by a seafood BBQ on the mainland.

“The corals we got to see were amazing. The tour guide was very kind and took care of us the whole time. The lunch spot at the end was to die for!”

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Phu Quoc: Cable Car Ride and 3 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch - Snorkeling near Xuong or Gam Ghi Island
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Phu Quoc: Cable Car Ride and 3 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch

12.Cable Car Ride and 3 Islands Boat Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 422 reviews · from $61

Join guides such as Tuan, Ruby, Bang, or Lya for a full-day southern Phu Quoc trip. You’ll snorkel near Xuong or Gam Ghi Island, relax at May Rut Trong, eat lunch aboard the boat, visit Aquatopia on Thom Island, then cross the An Thoi Archipelago by cable car.

“Everything is superb except the food! Not the same level of food offered in Philippines with island hopping!”

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Hoi An/Da Nang: Snorkelling & Island-Hopping Speedboat Tour - From Hoi An or Da Nang to Cua Dai Harbour
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Hoi An/Da Nang: Snorkelling & Island-Hopping Speedboat Tour

13.Hoi An/Da Nang: Snorkelling & Island-Hopping Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 397 reviews · from $63

Join Pacific Boat’s small-group Cham Islands trip from Hoi An or Da Nang, with two long snorkeling stops, local guides such as Cha Cha and Phi, fruit and drinks aboard, lunch, and beach time. The focus is on coral, fish, and quieter water spots rather than shopping or crowded add-ons.

“Well organised, good snorkeling. Appropriate sized group and snacks / lunch was great. Tour guide (Fi) and his team were awesome.”

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Hanoi: Cat Ba Island & Lan Ha Bay Day Trip Cruise with Lunch - The Hanoi transfer takes patience
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Hanoi: Cat Ba Island & Lan Ha Bay Day Trip Cruise with Lunch

14.Cat Ba Island & Lan Ha Bay Day Trip Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 308 reviews · from $59

Spend a full day sailing Lan Ha Bay, cycling or riding an electric car to Viet Hai Village, kayaking, swimming, and eating lunch aboard a spacious boat. English-speaking guides such as Binh, Billy, and Charlie keep the day moving. Hanoi pickup is included, though the long road transfer makes this a packed day.

“Only thing that disappointed me was the weather all the rest met or exceeded my expectations.”

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Hoi An: Cham Islands Snorkeling Trip by Speedboat with Lunch - A short look at island life, temples, and local history
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Hoi An: Cham Islands Snorkeling Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

15.Cham Islands Snorkeling Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 269 reviews · 390 minutes - 8 hours · from $34

Leave Hoi An by speedboat for Cham Island, where you’ll visit a fishing village, Champa well, pagoda, and market before snorkeling at Bãi Xếp or Hòn Tai. Guides such as Quy, Nook, Nick, and Eric have led recent trips. Lunch and hotel pickup options are included.

“pick up from the hotel - no problem speed boat - safe and fast lunch - very tasty cham islands- amazing . recommended to all !”

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Ha Long Bay Cruise Day Tour with lunch, kayaking, surprise cave & titop island - The long road from Hanoi to Tuan Chau Marina
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Ha Long Bay Cruise Day Tour with lunch, kayaking, surprise cave & titop island

17★ 5.0Ha Long Bay Cruise Day Tour with lunch, kayaking, surprise cave & titop islandFrom $30229 reviews
Halong Islands, Caves, Kayak, Lunch Day Tour w Dragonfly Cruise - The Hanoi to Halong Bay transfer
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Halong Islands, Caves, Kayak, Lunch day tour w Dragonfly Cruise

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