Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

speed boat cruising on river with modern skyscrapers and city buildings in the background under clear sky
Featured
5.0(45)
From $191.00
per person
6 hours
Cu Chi Tunnels
Ho Chi Minh City

Explore Cu Chi Tunnels by Speed Boat

At a Glance

Type
Cu Chi Tunnels
Duration
6 hours
Rating
5.0/5 (45)
Price
From $191.00/person
Fitness
Moderate - Visitors shoul...

Tour Details

Cu Chi Tunnels Tour by speedboat is a unique and exciting experience that allows you to explore the historic Cu Chi Tunnels in style. Our speedboat tour takes you on a scenic journey along the Saigon River, where you can enjoy the stunning scenery and get a glimpse of local life along the river banks.

What Makes This Tour Special

The tour combines a scenic speedboat ride along the Saigon River with a guided exploration of the tunnels, providing a contrast between the river’s natural environment and the underground wartime structures. The boat ride offers views of rural riverbanks, local fishing activities, and floating markets in transit.
  • Travel by speedboat on the Saigon River offering a less common route to Cu Chi.
  • Guided entry into selected tunnel sections with explanations of their construction and use.
  • Opportunity to see riverbank villages and observe daily life from the water.
  • Smaller group sizes for a more personalized experience.
  • Combination of historical education and natural scenery in one trip.

Historical Background

The Cu Chi Tunnels are an extensive network of underground passages used by Viet Cong soldiers during the Vietnam War to hide, communicate, and launch surprise attacks. Constructed starting in the late 1940s and expanded through the 1960s, the tunnels stretch over 200 kilometers in the Cu Chi district northwest of Ho Chi Minh City.

Is This Tour Worth It?

This cu chi tunnels activity is highly rated at 5.0/5 across 45 reviews, running 6 hours from $191.00 per person.

Best For

Families
Less ideal for: Those with limited mobility · Wheelchair users · Those with limited time

Pros

  • +Outstanding rating: 5.0/5
  • +Booked through Viator

Cons

  • -Cancellation policy not specified
  • -Requires moderate - visitors should be able to crouch and crawl through narrow, low tunnels, and walk on uneven terrain outdoors. the speedboat ride requires no special fitness. fitness level
  • -Inclusions not listed

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