Tip guide what is the cheapest way to get from Da Nang city to Cham Island Hoi An Vietnam

Compared to before, traveling to Cham Island is now much more convenient. Whether departing from Hoi An, Quang Nam or Da Nang, it is quite easy because the distance is not too far. However, if you are not a local, you need to refer to specific instructions.

Cham Island – An attractive tourist destination of Da Nang, Hoi An Vietnam

Cham Island is a famous and attractive tourist island that almost any tourist when coming to Da Nang, Hoi An cannot ignore.

Location of Cham Island

Cham Island consists of 8 large and small islands scattered over an area of about 15km2, belonging to Tan Hiep commune, Hoi An city, Quang Nam. Although not too large, this place is recognized as a world biosphere reserve with a vibrant marine ecosystem.

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Cham Island of Hoi An, located about 15km from the mainland.

Because it is always included in the Cham Island tour itinerary, many people mistakenly think that belongs to Da Nang. In fact, this island belongs to Hoi An, but tourists can still call it

Geographic distance from Da Nang, Hoi An

If determined on a tourist map, Cham Island Island is about 15km from the mainland, about 23km from Hoi An ancient town, and about 45km from the center of Da Nang city (including both road and water).

With this distance, the travel time takes about 30-35 minutes (from Hoi An) and 45-50 minutes (from Da Nang). Of course, there may be differences depending on the departure location and means of transportation.

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Tip guide to Cham Island

To get to Cham Island, visitors have to travel 2 sections. From Da Nang/Hoi An to Cua Dai port and from Cua Dai port to the island.

Transfer to Cua Dai port

After arriving in Da Nang/Hoi An by means of transportation, visitors can choose one of the following means of transportation to get to Cua Dai port.

• Taxi / Hoi An electric car are very popular in these 2 cities, visitors can easily catch a taxi anywhere. This vehicle is suitable for groups of 4-6 people who are not familiar with the roads and want to be comfortable. The fare is calculated by km, ranging from 12,000 – 15,000 VND/km.
• Car rental will give visitors more initiative. The rental price will be calculated by day, around 100,000 -350,000 VND.

Visitors need to travel to Cua Dai port before going to Cham Island.

• Motorbike: Both Da Nang and Hoi An have motorbike rental services with prices ranging from 100,000 – 150,000 VND/day. Riding a motorbike is quite comfortable, proactive, and also economical. If you don’t know the way, visitors can follow the directions on the map.

In addition, visitors from Da Nang can also take a bus to Hoi An bus station. Then go one more section to reach Cua Dai wharf.

Transfer to Cham Island

From Cua Dai, visitors can choose a wooden boat or speedboat to go to Cham Island. Each type of vehicle has its own advantages and disadvantages.

• Travel by tourist ferry (market boat) 08:30. This vehicle has the advantage of being cheap, only 150,000 VND/Vietnamese person and 200,000 VND/foreigner. But the travel time is slow, it takes about 2 hours to get there, so it is not suitable for those who get seasick.

To get to Cham Island, visitors should travel by canoe to save time.

• Travel by speed canoe: This is an ideal option for visitors who want to be safe and save time. Instead of going for 2 hours, with a canoe it only takes 15-20 minutes to get there, very fast and you can experience the feeling of drifting with the waves. The ticket price for 1 guest is 500,000 VND/round trip. Visitors can also rent a private canoe for their group if traveling in large numbers.

See details >>> Tip to book Cham island speed boat ticket with cheap prices

Tip guide to Cham Island tour free pick up and drop off

Above is a guide to Cham Island for independent travelers, but what about tourists who go on a tour?

Going on a tour means that tourists will follow a schedule set up by the travel company, with a shuttle bus to pick them up at the meeting point. In addition, services such as dining at the restaurant, coral snokerling tickets, mineral water, … are also included in the tour.

If you register for a cheap Cham Island group tour, tourists just need to contact Cham Island explorer at 0916.528.884 to book a seat, on the day of departure, there will be a car to pick you up to Cham Island.

The itinerary to Cham Island by tour usually starts in the morning and ends in the afternoon.

Morning: The car and tour guide will pick up tourists at the meeting point in Da Nang or Hoi An to go to Cua Dai port. Upon arrival, you will board a speed boat to the island and start visiting the following places: Marine reserve, Cham ancient well, Hai Tang pagoda, Tan Hiep market … Then, the canoe will take tourists to Xep beach or Hon Dai to participate in coral diving.

Noon: Tourists return to Chong beach or Ông beach to have lunch at the restaurant. Free time to relax, enjoy swimming.

Afternoon: Tourists can swim, participate in fun activities under the sea, take “virtual life” photos. Then return to the mainland, get on the car and return to the original pick-up point. In the remaining afternoon and evening, tourists can take the opportunity to explore the ancient town of Hoi An.

With the Cham Island tour price from only 550,000 VND/adult, 380,000 VND/child 5 – 9 years old and 240,000 VND/child 1- 4 years old of Cham Island tour explorer company. Visitors will fully experience the interesting things on the beautiful island of Cham Island without having to prepare anything. End of tour then pay, so it is even more secure.

Guide to Cham Island at the beautiful time

When is the right time to travel to Cham Island is also something that tourists need to care about if they want to have a complete experience. Due to the nature of being an island and far from the mainland, the dry season is always considered the most ideal time.

The dry season here starts from March and lasts until the end of September with the characteristics of sunny, dry weather, calm sea, and calm waves. The sea water is clear, so it is convenient to move in and out of the island or visit around the island.

Underwater experiences such as swimming, diving, playing on inflatable houses, … are also easier and more enjoyable. If you want to combine exploring the ancient town of Hoi An, tourists can consider going on the full moon day of each month to admire the sparkling, brilliant beauty of the lantern town.

Here is a guide to Cham Island on your own and on a tour. Visitors should refer to and choose the appropriate form when traveling, exploring the “rough gem” of Hoi An.