Why taking the Saigon River speedboat is worth every penny over cramped 3-hour highway buses, plus what to pack and know before visiting.
Visiting the Cu Chi Historical Tunnels
The Cu Chi tunnel network stretches over 250km underground and served as military command centers, living quarters, hospitals, and weapon depots during the Vietnam War.
The Speedboat Advantage:
- **Travel Time:** 75 minutes of breezy scenic river cruising vs. 2.5 to 3 hours of grinding highway traffic in a bus.
- **Crowd Timing:** Speedboats arrive at Ben Dinh or Ben Duoc early morning before large tourist bus caravans arrive.
- **Comfort:** Enjoy fresh pastries, fruit, and air-conditioned or open-air river seating.
