Hiking on Cham Island primarily involves trekking through the lush, hilly terrain of the Hon Lao interior, where trails lead to panoramic viewpoints overlooking the turquoise sea. These paths allow you to explore the island’s rich biodiversity and primary forests while discovering secluded, pristine beaches away from the main tourist hubs. In this article, HoiAn Day Trip Company will provide the best hiking trails on Cham Island (together with places on each trail).
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Must Knows about Cham Islands Vietnam
– Location: Tan Hiep commune, Hoi An city, Quang Nam, Vietnam
– Name of islands: Hon Lao (‘beach sheoak island’), Hon Dai (‘long island’), Hon Mo (‘tomb island’), Hon La (‘leaf island’), Hon Kho Me (‘dry island the mother’ or ‘big dry island’), Hon Kho Con (‘dry island the baby’ or ‘small dry island’), Hon Tai (‘ear island’), Hon Ong (‘uncle island’)
– Other name(s): Hoi An Islands,
– Name’s meaning: ‘islands of Cham people’ (Cham people lived here before 14th century)
– Area: 16,16 km2
– Population: 2,300 people
– Ticket price: 70,000 VND/adult & children above 1,3m, 35,000 VND/children from 1 to 1,3m, free for smaller kids
– Extra fee: ecological fee (20,000 VND/person), boat transfers, tour, food & drink, shopping
– Reason(s) to visit: beautiful beaches, one of the best snorkeling/diving place in Vietnam
– Travel blog: https://hoiandaytrip.com/cham-islands-travel-guide
– Tour guide: contact +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo)
– Recognition(s): national marine park (2003), Unesco world biosphere reserve (2009)
– Food & drink: yes available
– Shopping: yes available
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Best Hiking Trails on Cham Island Vietnam
Bai Lang – Bai Bac Trail
This trail is 2 kilometer long, started from Bai Ong Beach. It’s possible to walk along it, but the best time of the day is afternoon, because it faces west, afternoon sunlight shines directly onto the beach, bringing out the vibrant turquoise color of the water and creating a stunning golden hour sunset.
From Bai Lang, visitors can walk towards Au Thuyen (a typhoon shelter) and then Bai Ong to see the trail.
The most beautiful place on this trail is Bai Bac Beach, a small white sandy beach by crystal-clear water and lush coconut forests. During the day, there are usually no tourists, making this beach most peaceful accessible beach on the island. From the main trail, it’s possible to find the stairs and unpaved path down to it (cross an abandoned resort). Because the area is strictly protected (the no-take zone of the Cham Island Marine Park), fishing, diving or snorkeling isn’t allowed. See more information about Bai Bac Beach
From Bai Ong to Bai Bac, visitors will catch great views.
HOIAN DAY TRIP Company daily organizes tours to Cham Islands with boat, snorkeling and beach.
Details of the tour from Da Nang: https://hoiandaytrip.com/cham-island-day-tour-from-da-nang/
Details of the tour from Hoi An: https://hoiandaytrip.com/cham-island-day-tour-from-hoi-an/
To book, contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com.
Bai Lang – Bai Huong Trail
This trail is 4 kilometers long, started from the slope in the southern end of Bai Lang Village and ends at Bai Huong Village, another fishing village on the island. It’s free for any cars and sometimes motorbikes are seen, making it peaceful throughout the day. Trekkers can met fishermen or local ladies who come to forests to collect wild leaves for the traditional herbal drink of the islanders.
The best time of the day to trek this trail is the morning or late afternoon (combine with sunset watching in the last village if go in afternoon).
Along this trail, visitors will see beautiful, white-sandy beaches and outlooks with a view to Hon Mo Island, Hon Dai Island, and Hon Tai Island. From Bai Lang to Bai Huong, there are attractions:
+ First beach – Bai Xep: This exceptionally pristine and wild beach lacks commercial tourism infrastructure, making it a favorite for travelers seeking raw, natural beauty. The stretch of coastline is characterized by clear waters, a quiet atmosphere, and a lack of crowded restaurants or shops. It is highly regarded as one of the best locations on the main island for casual shore-side coral viewing and independent exploring. See more information about Bai Xep
+ Second beach – Bai Chong: Known for its striking landscape, this popular destination features massive, naturally smooth boulders stacked creatively along the shoreline. The beach offers wide stretches of soft sand, rows of shady coconut palms, and convenient facilities like hammocks and seafood restaurants. Reviewers frequently note it as an ideal midday stop for swimming, sunbathing, and snapping iconic island photographs. See more information about Bai Chong
+ Third beach – Bai Bim: no accessible yet for visitors, located inside an abandoned resort.
+ Fourth beach – Bai Huong: Nestled at the foot of a deep green mountain forest, this coastal spot is home to a traditional, tight-knit fishing village of about 100 households. Because the local waters serve as an active harbor filled with anchored wooden boats, it is not recommended for swimming. Instead, visitors come here to experience the slow-paced lifestyle of local fishermen, explore narrow village alleys, and enjoy exceptionally fresh seafood caught daily.
In the end of Bai Huong Village, there is a temple for ancestor of swallow nest gatherers and a small Buddhist temple.
There is no food and drink at Bai Xep (the first beach). Near Bai Chong, there are a couple of retsaurants like Ray Ong Bang (on the main road) and the one down to the beach.
In the end of the trail, visitors can choose to have a drink on the waterside place and watch the sunset.
To return Bai Lang, just ask anyone in Bai Huong Village for a motorbike ride.
HOIAN DAY TRIP Company daily organizes tours to Cham Islands with boat, snorkeling and beach.
Details of the tour from Da Nang: https://hoiandaytrip.com/cham-island-day-tour-from-da-nang/
Details of the tour from Hoi An: https://hoiandaytrip.com/cham-island-day-tour-from-hoi-an/
To book, contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com.
Things to Do in Cham Islands Besides Hiking
– Beaches: Bai Ong Beach, Bai Chong Beach, Bai Xep Beach, Bai Lang Beach, Bai Bac Beach, Bai Bim Beach.
– Islands: Hon Lao Island, Hon Dai Island, Hon Mo Island, Hon Tai Island, Hon La Island, Hon Kho Me Island, Hon Kho Con Island, Hon Nhon Island, Hon Ong Island.
– View points: Eo Gio
– Others:
+ Bai Lang (fishing village): Hai Tang Pagoda, Tan Hiep Market, Xom Cam Well, Tinh Xa Ngoc Tuyen (Buddhist temple), Au Thuyen (typhoon shelter),…
+ Bai Huong (fishing village): Mieu To Nghe Yen (Ancestral Temple of Swallow Nest Gatherers), Tinh Xa Ngoc Huong (Buddhist temple),…
HOIAN DAY TRIP Company daily organizes tours to Cham Islands with boat, snorkeling and beach.
Details of the tour from Da Nang: https://hoiandaytrip.com/cham-island-day-tour-from-da-nang/
Details of the tour from Hoi An: https://hoiandaytrip.com/cham-island-day-tour-from-hoi-an/
To book, contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com.
Cham Island Self-Guided Itinerary for First Timers
Here are recommended itineraries in Cham Islands for first time visitor:
– Cham Island 1-day itinerary: Cua Dai Port (8:00) – Bai Lang Village (8:30) – Bai Xep Beach or Bai Ong Beach (swimming, sun bathing, relaxing, taking photo,…) – Hon Dai Island (snorkeling) – Bai Lang Village (13:00) – Cua Dai Port (13:30). Visit An Bang Beach if need one more beach for the day. See details in https://hoiandaytrip.com/cham-island-without-tour/
– Cham Island itinerary for 2 days 1 night:
+ Day 1: Cua Dai Port (8:00/9:00) – Bai Lang Village (8:30/9:30) – Bai Xep Beach (swimming, sun bathing, relaxing, taking photo,…) – Bai Chong Beach and Bai Huong Village if have time. Dinner in Bai Lang.
+ Day 2: Eo Gio (watching sunrise) – Tan Hiep Market – Bai Ong Beach (swimming, sun bathing, relaxing, taking photo,…) – Hon Dai Island (snorkeling) – Bai Lang Village (13:00) – Cua Dai Port (13:30). Visit An Bang Beach if need one more beach for the day.
– Cham Island itinerary for 3 days 2 nights:
+ Day 1: Cua Dai Port (8:00/9:00) – Bai Lang Village (8:30/9:30) – Bai Xep Beach (swimming, sun bathing, relaxing, taking photo,…) – Bai Lang. Dinner in Bai Lang.
+ Day 2: Eo Gio (watching sunrise if like) – Tan Hiep Market – Bai Ong Beach (swimming, sun bathing, relaxing, taking photo,…) – Hon Dai Island (snorkeling if like) – Lunch at Bai Ong or Bai Lang – Bai Chong Beach and Bai Huong Village – Hon Tai Island (snorkeling/diving if like) – Bai Lang. Dinner in Bai Lang.
+ Day 3: Go around Cham Island by motorbike – Bai Bac Beach (swimming, sun bathing, relaxing, taking photo,…) – Bai Lang Village (lunch, check out, take boat back at 13:00) – Cua Dai Port (13:30). Visit An Bang Beach if need one more beach for the day.
See full itineray for 2 days and 3 days in this blog: https://hoiandaytrip.com/cham-island-itinerary/
HOIAN DAY TRIP Company daily organizes tours to Cham Islands with boat, snorkeling and beach.
Details of the tour from Da Nang: https://hoiandaytrip.com/cham-island-day-tour-from-da-nang/
Details of the tour from Hoi An: https://hoiandaytrip.com/cham-island-day-tour-from-hoi-an/
To book, contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com.
Guided Tours to Cham Islands Vietnam
Here are the best tours to Cham Islands in Hoi An:
– Cham Island Day Tour from Da Nang with Snorkeling
– Cham Island Day Tour from Hoi An with Snorkeling
– Cham Island Diving Tour by Wooden Boat
– Cham Island Tour from Da Nang Port (Tien Sa Port)
– Cham Island Tour with Hoi An Coconut Village
– Cham Island Tour with Hoi An Ancient Town
HOIAN DAY TRIP Company daily organizes tours and transfers to Cham Islands. Contact us by +84968009827 (hotline/whatsapp/line/zalo) or hoiandaytripcompany@gmail.com, browse www.hoiandaytrip.com to see tours and make a reservation. Thank you very much!
