SNORKELING · VIETNAM
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 vietnam snorkeling tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Spend up to eight hours island-hopping from Nha Trang with snorkeling at Hon Tam, cocktails and fruit at a floating bar, live music with guides such as Tiger and Minh, a waterslide, SUP, and a Vietnamese seafood lunch.
“It was fabolous.Tiger our tour guide was awesome.Food and drinks aswell!!”
Join Pacific Boat for a fast six-hour trip from Phu Quoc to southern islands including Kim Quy, May Rut, Gam Ghi, and Coconut Island. You’ll snorkel two reef sites, swim at beaches, and finish with Vietnamese food. Guides such as Windy, Ben, and Hugo are praised for clear English and friendly service.
“Very professional good value trip. Seems like other operators do similar, but this was cheaper and well managed”
From Cat Ba, you cruise Lan Ha Bay, visit Cai Beo Floating Village, kayak through limestone caves, swim near Ba Trai Dao Beach, and stop at Monkey Island. Guides such as Joe, T, Van, and Thai are known for lively, attentive service. Snorkeling depends on water and weather conditions.
“Great tour and great tour guide, thanks a lot to T for bringing the whole thing alive!”
Join Pacific Boat for a six-hour, small-group speedboat trip from Phu Quoc. Snorkel at Kim Quy and Buom Islands, relax at May Rut Ngoai and Fingernail Island, then enjoy a seafood BBQ at a mainland restaurant. Guides including Windy, Ben, and Hugo are known for friendly care.
“Overall the day was great! A small group, Good snorkeling Nice islets, great food and our guide Windy was fun. Well worth the experience.”
Join a small group of up to 21 people for a guided Cham Island day from Da Nang or Hoi An. Guides such as Sky, Banana, and Thanh lead visits to a stone-carving village, marine reserve, ancient well, seafood market, and Xep Beach, with snorkeling, lunch, and speedboat transfers included.
“The snorkeling was fun, and the guide was nice. Overall it was well organized. My mid rating is due to the fact that although I purchased a child's ticket, less than 24 hours before they were scheduled to pick us up I received a text that I Read more”
Join Pacific Boat for a small-group Cham Islands trip from Hoi An or Da Nang. Guides such as Cha Cha, Phi, and Sam lead two long snorkeling stops, serve drinks and fruit aboard the speedboat, then finish with lunch and beach time.
“I joined the snorkeling tour and it was an amazing experience! We stopped at two snorkeling spots, and the masks and snorkels provided were excellent – no leaking at all. The reef was full of beautiful colors and there were plenty of fish, including some starfish. The boat was spacious, and we had unlimited drinks on board: cold water, cola, Fanta, and even beer. Freshly cut fruit – watermelon and pineapple – was also served during the cruise, which was a really nice touch. Our guide swam with us, made sure everyone stayed safe and got back on the boat, and also shared interesting stories about the Cham people. One…”
Cruise Nha Trang Bay on a two-level Tiki-style boat with guides such as Phuc and Nguyen. You will snorkel at Hon Tam, Dam Bay, and Hon Mot, use SUPs, enjoy pastries and a BBQ lunch, and have time for swimming and optional water sports.
“We had a really nice day on the boat. We are travelling with our two children (3 and 7) and the whole family loved it! The food was great and the water was clear and warm. Would recommend to anyone who wants a fun and relaxing day at the sea!”
Spend about six hours exploring South Phu Quoc by speedboat with OnBird’s small-group team. Guides such as David, Edward, Colin, and Jack Sparrow provide patient instruction, quality gear, reef education, and plenty of underwater time at two coral sites selected for daily conditions.
“Exceptional in every possible metric from start to finish. They even provided prescription goggles allowing me the privilege of seeing beautiful coral clearer than I ever have before!”
Join OnBird Phu Quoc for a five- to six-hour snorkel trip limited to 10 people. Your guide chooses two reef sites by water, light, and visibility, then coaches you in calm shallows before the main swim. Expect a speedboat, quality gear, fruit, juice, and guides such as Wave, Charlie, James, or Mario depending on the departure.
“Très bon après-midi de snorkeling en petit groupe (7) avec 2 guides au top quant aux explications et à la sécurité!”
Spend six hours off Nha Trang with snorkeling, swimming, music, a floating bar, Vietnamese food, and a BBQ lunch. Guides such as Bao, Rob, and Thang are known for keeping the mood lively while helping people in the water. Pickup, equipment, beach entry, fruit, and one drink are included.
“The boat and activities were incredibly fun especially the snorkeling, really enjoyed it all, the atmosphere was super fun too. Only thing I'd mention is on one of the stops at the beach you can do parasailing, but it cost extra to do say make sure to take extra cash for that if you want to do it as they didn't accept cash on the beach (2,200,000 vnd for 2 people).”
Start at 7:30 am with hotel pickup or meet at Vietnam Active. Cruise into Nha Trang Bay for two guided snorkeling stops, with equipment, fruit, drinks, and a banh mi or BBQ-style lunch included. Guides such as Sam, Huy, and Jack have earned praise for safety and clear instruction, but visibility depends heavily on weather.
“We had a great day from the hustle & bustle of the harbour to the beautiful warm water & the colourful fish, the crew were amazing & looked after us all trip we had a great day & would do this again on our next visit”
Travel from Hoi An to Cham Island by speedboat, visit a fishing village, ancient well, pagoda, and market, then snorkel at Bãi Xếp or Hòn Tai. Your English speaking guide provides equipment and a seafood lunch, with hotel pickup available from Da Nang city center.
“very good experience handled extremely well by Eric the guide”
You’ll leave downtown Nha Trang early, reach two snorkeling sites around Mun Island and nearby reefs, and swim among coral and fish with English-speaking guides such as Bao and Thuan. The $27 package includes hotel transfers, gear, marine park entry, snacks, and a Vietnamese seafood BBQ lunch.
“It was beautiful yet a bet crowded but the guide tried everything to make sure we have a great time”
Travel by speedboat to Cham Island for two 60-minute snorkel sessions at Dai Island and Tai Island, followed by a BBQ lunch on Ong or Chong Beach. Guides such as Cha Cha and Phi are known for staying in the water, helping swimmers, and seeking quieter coral sites. Pickup is available in Hoi An and Da Nang.
“One of the best snorkeling tour that I ever experienced. The tour guide Cha cha lead our group to visit a long strip of shallow seashore with wonderful and amazing coral 🪸 ❤️ You must book with Pacific Boat and ask for Cha Cha's tour! The other tours tend to stay in the same spot for an hour.”
Join hosts such as Phuc and Tiger for a lively Nha Trang boat day with snorkeling at Hon Tam, SUP, kayaking, a floating bar, cocktails, a water slide, live music, and a seafood lunch at Con Se Tre. Expect sun, swimming, dancing, and a social group atmosphere.
“Great day out with bow and the team. Music, drinks, scuba diving and jet skis. Will definitely come back when I’m visiting nha Trang again”
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