Vinh Hy Bay Snorkeling Tour: Waterfall & Cham Village

Vinh Hy Bay's coral reefs and a waterfall hidden in the jungle, reached in one day from Mui Ne.

Snorkel Vinh Hy Bay, one of Vietnam's premier snorkeling destinations, on a full day from Mui Ne that includes hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, and stops at a Cham pottery village and a hidden waterfall with natural rock pools. You dive into crystal-clear waters to see vibrant coral and marine life, then return by glass-bottom boat to the harbor. Lunch and all entrance fees are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Mui Ne to Vinh Hy Bay adventure

• Pick up at hotel in Mui Ne
• Drive to Vinh Hy Bay via scenic routes
• Visit local grape garden and learn farming
• Explore Cham pottery village
• Take coffee break
• Discover hidden waterfall and swim
• Snorkel and fish in Vinh Hy Bay
• Return to hotel in Mui Ne

The experience

Vinh Hy Bay sits 150 kilometers from Mui Ne along beach and rice field roads, so the day starts early (pickup at 7 a.m. from your hotel), and the drive itself is part of the journey. You pass through a grape garden where farmers work the rows, then move into Cham villages to watch potters shape clay by hand, a craft that has survived generations. After a coffee break, the route turns inland to a waterfall that does not appear on most maps: you swim in natural rock pools surrounded by jungle, the water fed from above.

Once you reach Vinh Hy, a private glass-bottom boat waits at the harbor to carry you to the snorkeling sites. The water is clear enough to see the reef structure from the surface, and the coral supports schools of fish in colors that shift as they move. You spend the afternoon in the water with snorkeling gear, and if you want to fish instead of or alongside snorkeling, the guide can arrange that. Lunch (local food, cooked for the group) happens between the water time, and the boat crew can work around dietary needs you flag at booking.

The return to Mui Ne takes the same roads backward, arriving at your hotel in the evening. Twelve hours door-to-door means an early start and a full day in the water and on the road, but the hidden waterfall and the reef together make the distance worth it.

What’s included

• An English-speaking guide leads the day.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in Mui Ne or Phan Thiet are included.
• lunch with local food is provided, and dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free can be accommodated if you note them at booking.
• all entrance fees cover the Cham pottery village, the waterfall, and the glass-bottom boat on Vinh Hy Bay.
• snorkeling gear and fishing equipment are part of the activities.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:00, 07:30 and 08:00

Book up to10h before

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

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 22 pickup points.

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

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Authentic Hanoi Homestay & Travel

Is this one for you?Small groups work well here because the glass-bottom boat and snorkeling sites can feel crowded on larger departures, and the morning stops (the pottery village and the waterfall) move at a pace that suits groups of a dozen or fewer. If you want a full day that mixes water time with cultural stops and a natural landmark, the 12-hour commitment and early pickup fit the itinerary. If you prefer a shorter outing or a later start, look for a half-day snorkeling option instead.

Top questions

What is the Cham village pottery visit like?

The Cham villages near Mui Ne preserve a tradition of handmade pottery that you watch potters execute by hand. The stop is brief (part of the morning before you head to the waterfall), and gives you a close look at techniques that have passed through generations of craftspeople.

Can I snorkel if I'm not a strong swimmer?

Snorkeling in Vinh Hy Bay is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and the guide is there throughout. The glass-bottom boat also lets you see the reef and marine life without entering the water if you prefer to stay aboard.

What kind of fish and coral will I see?

Vinh Hy Bay is known for vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life. The exact species you encounter depend on the season and the specific snorkeling spots the guide chooses on the day, but the reef structure is visible even from the surface.

Is the hidden waterfall safe to swim in?

The waterfall feeds natural rock pools where you can swim. The guide leads the group there and stays with you, and the water is deep enough for safe swimming in the pools themselves.

What happens if I want to fish instead of snorkel?

Fishing is listed as an activity on this day, and the guide can arrange it alongside or instead of snorkeling. Let the operator know your preference when you book so they can set it up.

How much of the day is spent in the water?

After the morning stops at the grape garden, Cham village, and waterfall, you board the glass-bottom boat and spend the remainder of the day at the snorkeling and fishing sites in Vinh Hy Bay. The exact time in the water depends on the boat schedule and lunch timing, but it is the main focus of the afternoon.