Snorkeling in Vinh Hy Bay from Mui Ne: Glass-bottom boat included

Snorkeling, a waterfall, pottery artisans and a full day's drive through coastal Vietnam

A 12-hour snorkeling trip from Mui Ne to Vinh Hy Bay includes hotel pickup, a glass-bottom boat to the bay's coral reefs, a hidden waterfall swim, a Cham village pottery workshop, and lunch. You travel 100 km along the coast and 50 km through rice fields, guided in English by a local who customizes the day to your pace.

Step-by-step itinerary

Mui Ne to Vinh Hy Bay adventure

• Pick up at Mui Ne hotel
• Drive through beach and rice field roads
• Visit local grape garden
• Explore Cham pottery village
• Take coffee break
• Discover hidden waterfall and swim
• Snorkel and fish at Vinh Hy Bay
• Return to Mui Ne hotel

The experience

The day starts at 7 a.m. with pickup at your hotel in Mui Ne or Phan Thiet, then a long drive north through beach roads and rice country to reach Vinh Hy Bay. On the way, you stop at a local grape garden to watch farmers work, then visit a Cham village where artisans still make pottery by hand using techniques passed down through generations. After a coffee break, you hike to a hidden waterfall where you can swim in natural rock pools before heading to the bay itself.

Vinh Hy Bay is the main event: the water is clear enough to see the coral reefs and fish without diving deep. A private glass-bottom boat takes you to the best snorkeling and fishing spots, and you spend the afternoon in the water. The boat lets you see the marine life even if you prefer to stay dry. Lunch (local food, with dietary options available) happens during the day to keep you fueled.

The return journey follows the same coastal and rice-field roads back to Mui Ne, arriving at your hotel in the evening. All entrance fees, the boat, snorkeling gear and the English-speaking guide are included. You pay only for personal expenses and tips.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Mui Ne and Phan Thiet.
• a full day of snorkeling, fishing and swimming.
• private glass-bottom boat access to Vinh Hy Bay.
• entrance to the Cham pottery village, hidden waterfall and boat.
• lunch with local food and dietary accommodations.
• an English-speaking local guide throughout.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

Book up to11h before

AgesAdult (5 and older) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated yesterday

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Authenitc Travel DA NANG

Is this one for you?Book this if you want snorkeling and fishing in one outing with cultural stops (pottery workshop, waterfall) included. Choose it over separate beach and cultural tours.

Top questions

What is the Cham pottery village actually like, and do I get to try making something?

The Cham village is a working community where potters craft traditional handmade ceramics using age-old techniques. You watch the artisans at work and learn about their craft, but the itinerary describes it as a visit and observation rather than a hands-on pottery class.

How deep do I need to snorkel in Vinh Hy Bay, and what will I see?

Vinh Hy Bay is known for vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life visible in clear water. The glass-bottom boat also lets you see the reef and fish without entering the water if you prefer, so depth and swimming ability are not barriers to seeing what's there.

Is the hidden waterfall a long hike, and can I swim there?

The waterfall is reachable as part of the day's itinerary with a 20-minute coffee break beforehand. You can swim in the natural rock pools surrounding it, so bring a change of clothes or a quick-dry shirt if you plan to enter the water.

How much of the day is spent driving, and is the road comfortable?

The drive totals 150 km: 100 km on beach roads and 50 km through rice fields. It is a long day on the road, but the scenery is part of the experience. The coastal and rural landscape is what makes the journey distinctive rather than a quick transfer.

What happens if I don't want to snorkel or fish? Can I just swim or relax on the boat?

The guide customizes the day to your liking, so you can choose how much time to spend in the water and what activities suit you. Swimming in the bay is included, and you can opt out of snorkeling or fishing without losing access to the water and the boat.