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Lying 18 km offshore from Hoi An, the Cham Islands (known locally as Cu Lao Cham) feature beautiful seascapes and landscapes.

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Overview

A breathtaking cluster of granite islands, set in aquamarine seas around 15km directly offshore from Hoi An, the Cham Islands make a wonderful excursion. The islands were once closed to visitors and under close military supervision, but now day trips, diving or snorkelling the reefs, and even overnight stays, are possible.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

  • Ong Ngu

    Ong Ngu

    Cham Islands

    Bai Lang's only real sight is this modest temple dedicated to the whales (and whale sharks) once abundant around the Chams. Locals worshipped whales as鈥�

  • Bac Beach

    Bac Beach

    Cham Islands

    A concrete path heads southwest from Bai Lang for 2km past coves to a fine, sheltered beach, where there鈥檚 great swimming, powdery sand, and hammocks and鈥�

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