Half Day Morning Cu Chi Tunnels Speedboat Tour with Lunch
7:30 AM
Hotel pick-up and transfer to the central pier.
Your pick-up time varies by hotel location.
7:45 AM
Board the speedboat to the Cu Chi Ben Dinh Tunnels. Enjoy fresh pastries and tropical fruits while taking in views of the city skyline, peaceful riverside villages, and lush waterways.
9:15 AM
Arrive at the Cu Chi Tunnels after a 75-minute speedboat ride. Begin a guided jungle tour featuring:
- Explore bomb craters, traps, secret entrances, bunkers, ventilati...
Certainly! The Cu Chi Tunnels tour can still be a worthwhile experience for you even if you are claustrophobic and unable to explore the underground tunnels. You can skip the section of going to the actual tunnels as it is entirely optional and only makes up a minor portion of the tour. The site offers more than just the tunnels.
During the tour, you can learn about the history, tactics, and resilience of the Vietnamese soldiers during the Vietnam War. Various above-ground exhibits and displays provide a comprehensive understanding of the Cu Chi Tunnels and their significance. You can explore above-ground bunkers, witness remarkable engineering, and appreciate the ingenuity that went into creating this intricate tunnel system. Even without going underground, there are still many fascinating and educational aspects of the tour.
Moreover, the speedboat ride on the Saigon River adds an enjoyable and scenic element to the overall tour.
Absolutely, the tunnels have been expanded and made wider specifically to accommodate tourists of various sizes.
It typically takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes to reach the Cu Chi tunnels by speedboat from Ho Chi Minh city.
Definitely, yes. Opting for a speedboat ride offers a quick and fun way to go to the tunnels. Instead of spending time stuck in traffic, you can enjoy a scenic journey along the Saigon River and take in beautiful views of the city and its surroundings. The speedboat ride also provides a unique perspective of the region and makes your trip to the tunnels a truly memorable experience.
Yes, there is a shooting range available at the Cu Chi Tunnels site where you can experience shooting a gun (bullets at your own cost).
The cost of shooting is VND60,000 per bullet (approximately USD3), and there is a minimum requirement of 10 bullets for shooting. If you're traveling in a group, you may have the option to share 5 bullets each with other members of your group.
There are no age requirements to visit the tunnels. However, the age limit for shooting is 18 years and above.
It is recommended to bring lightweight clothing, comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat, and a bottle of water. It's also a good idea to bring a camera to capture pictures of the tunnels and the surrounding area. Additionally, you may want to bring some cash for purchasing souvenirs or snacks during the tour as well as bullets if you're interested in shooting a gun at the firing range.