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Stories from this city location. Explore published field notes, guided trips, and local perspectives.
The collection
01A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve just offshore from Hoi An, Cham Island serves up clear water, thriving coral gardens and a fishing village that anchors the human side of the coast. Here’s what to expect and how to plan a day (or night) with the reef.
02Leave Hoi An’s crowds behind and glide, silently and privately, through a living landscape of rice paddies, water buffalo, and a hidden coconut forest. In just an hour you’ll get a concentrated taste of rural central Vietnam—perfect for short itineraries.
03Cycle 54 km out of Hoi An into a patchwork of rice paddies, seasonal bamboo bridges, and craft villages. This full-day tour mixes gentle miles with cultural stops and local color—ideal for travelers who want their sightseeing served at human pace.
04A single day off Hoi An brings speedboat surf, nearshore coral gardens, and a glimpse of island village life. This brisk Cham Islands outing is ideal if you want reef time, a seaside lunch, and an easy cultural stop.