Top 15 Vietnam Surf Trips

1.KAYAK/SUP IN DA LAT (1/2 day)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 364 reviews · from $18Our pick

Spend about three hours paddling Tuyen Lam Lake with guides such as Viet, Harry, Fin, or Zuan. Learn basic strokes, visit lake sights near Happy Hill and Lavender Farm, and stop on an islet for handmade coffee, cake, water, or hot chocolate.

“Had a really chill and enjoyable kayak/SUP session in Da Lat with Viet Challenge Tours. The vibe was relaxed from the start, and the scenery on the lake was calm and beautiful—cool air, quiet water, and a great break from the city.”

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2.DALAT: Trekking Pinhatt & Sup/Kayaking Tuyen Lam Lake Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 119 reviews · from $48

Leave Da Lat for an 8 km forest hike to Pinhatt Peak, then enjoy a picnic with grilled pork and vegetables before kayaking or stand-up paddling on Tuyen Lam Lake. English-speaking guides such as Harry, Vin, Phat, and Doan add local insight. Groups are limited to 12.

“I had an amazing time kayaking on Tuyen Lam Lake with Phin, it was such a perfect mix of peaceful nature, beautiful views, and a great workout. The lake was calm and scenic, which made the whole experience feel relaxing and refreshinRead more”

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3.Da Lat: Tuyen Lam Lake Kayak or SUP Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 89 reviews · 3 hours · from $17

Spend three hours kayaking or paddle boarding on Tuyen Lam Lake with an English-speaking guide. Choose a misty sunrise, calm morning, or sunset session, visit spots near the peninsula, and stop for handmade coffee and cake. Guides such as Harry, Vin, Bell, and Fin are praised for patient instruction and great photos.

“Fin was an amazing tour guide! He made the day so fun, it wouldn’t have been the same without him. He can modify the activity for any skill level. We had a wonderful afternoon on the lake. If you are lucky to have a tour guide with half the enthusiasm, kindness, and hospitality consider yourself very lucky. 10/10 recommendation!”

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4.Nha Trang: Stand-up Paddleboard Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 85 reviews · 3 hours · from $19

Spend three hours on a stand-up paddleboard along Nha Trang’s Cai River with a small group of up to 10. Guides such as Tu and Shin teach beginners, handle safety, and take photos. Expect river, rice-field, banana-farm, and mountain views, with the best sunset odds from January to September.

“There were five of us on this tour. It was totally fabulous and the guide was lovely. I highly recommend this tour. Just don’t go down the river of the mangoes. It’s not clean.”

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5.Camping and Sup/Kayak at Tuyen Lam Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $76

Spend two days at Tuyen Lam Lake with SUP or kayak time, lakeside camping, a barbecue, breakfast, and guided paddling. Guides including Harry, Fin, Viet, and Don are noted for patient instruction, safety, photos, and friendly help. The advertised package also mentions a 10-kilometer hike, so confirm that detail before booking.

“Our family of 8 enjoyed our kayaking experience at Tuyen Lam Lake with our 2 guides, Fi and Harry. They were quite helpful in connecting with us prior to the tour, answering all of our questions. Their engaging conversations enhanced our overall pleasant experience at this tranquil lake.”

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6.Combo Activity Trekking, Sup Paddling, Camping and Canyoning

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $145

Spend two active days near Da Lat with jungle trekking, swimming, SUP or kayaking on Tuyen Lam Lake, overnight camping, BBQ, local wine, and canyoning at Datanla Waterfall. Guides including Justin, John, Happy, Huy, Sophie, and Vincent have led parts of this style of outing.

“Me and my partner done the Canyoning with Vincent and John. The tour was absolutely amazing, felt so safe throughout and had so much fun. The guys were so supportive throughout and took amazing photos on phone to air drop at end of Read more”

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7.Surf in Vietnam with a local!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · from $55

Meet Mui Ne Local Surf School in Ham Tien, discuss your level, then follow your instructor to Bai Da Ong Dịa. You’ll practice pop-ups, paddling, and safety on land before heading into the water with a soft-top longboard. Local instructors include Bay, Tu, Phi, and Sara.

“I am a beginner but have taken few lessons before from other places. Every coach has different ways to teach. The good part is that they do not judge and remain open minded. What they do is correcting my bad habits and give advice. I can Read more”

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8.Surf Lessons

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $44

Spend two hours learning to surf at My Khe Beach with Da Nang Outdoor Adventures. Your instructor covers paddling, balance, pop-ups, and water safety before helping you catch waves. Small groups, beginner boards, seasonal wetsuits, and GoPro photos make this a friendly first lesson.

“Had a great time learning to surf for the first time with Tien. He’s an excellent instructor and passionate about surfing. I definitely recommend taking a lesson with him if you’re interested in giving it a try.”

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9.Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Sunset Watching on Cai River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · from $19

Meet at Vitamin Sea Homestay at 3:00 PM for a beginner-friendly SUP trip on the Cai River. Guides including Nguyen and Tu provide a 15-minute lesson, then lead you through quiet countryside and farmland before a weather-dependent sunset. Equipment, instruction, and bottled water are included.

“Ich bin zum gebuchten Zeitpunkt am Treffpunkt des Sea Star Hostel erschienen. Es war niemand dort. Nachdem ich 20 Minuten gewartet habe, habe ich den Veranstalter angerufen. Er teilte mir mit, dass aufgrund des Wetters die Tour nicht Read more”

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10.Go Surfing In Danang AND Hoi An

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $43

Meet Go Surfing at Son Thuy Beach in Da Nang for a 90-minute lesson built around catching waves. Instructors such as Rob and Tom teach clear basics, offer board tips, and work with first-timers and returning surfers. The school also serves the Hoi An area, so confirm your exact meeting point before booking.

“This was fun- it’s not Bali but wonderful experience and great instruction! I liked how the instructors are foreigners and knew how to give instruction on a basic level in which allowed easy uptake. I wish the waves were bigger and we could do multiple days!”

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11.Surf in Vietnam with a local!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $52

Meet your English-speaking coach at Little Buddha Beach, also called Sealinks, for a 1.5-hour lesson built around your level. You will practice take-offs, paddling, and safety on land before catching waves with a board, leash, lycra, wax, and face zinc included. Pickup is available for up to two people.

“I learned so much of my instructor Pho. He was funny, patient and explained everything so well. Fully recommend this Surf School!”

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12.1 Hour Taster Surf Lesson at My Khe Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $28

Meet Da Nang Outdoor Adventures at 35 An Thượng 5 for a one-hour beginner lesson at My Khe Beach. An instructor teaches paddling, popping up, balance, and safety, then coaches you in the water. Rash vests, wetsuits, wax, and boards are included, with two extra hours of board use afterward.

“We had a great time with coach Owen. Although we have had a few surfs before, he was able to correct our mistakes. The weather did us a favor today by not raining. The sea was rough but didn’t ruin our experience.”

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13.Nha Trang: Snorkeling, Fishing, SUP at Mini Beach, BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $40

Start with hotel pickup, then ride a speedboat to Hon Mun Marine Park for two hours of snorkeling. After a seafood BBQ and fishing, spend two hours swimming, relaxing, and using a paddle SUP at Mini Beach. English guidance, gear, transfers, fees, and insurance are included.

“Nice tour! My partner and I had so much fun. Lots of swimming laugher, Yummy food. Fishing activity was enjoying, and relax. The island was beautiful”

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14.Da Nang: Man Thai Beach Stand-Up Paddleboarding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews

Meet your English or Vietnamese-speaking guide beside Cho Ca Go café at Man Thai Beach. After a safety briefing, paddle toward Hon Sup, use the supplied mask to view coral, and return for a shower. The price covers up to two people, with boards, lockers, dry bags, and photos.

“Had an amazing time paddle boarding in Da Nang, would do it again :)”

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15.Explore Cu Chi Tunnels on Stand Up Paddle with lunch.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $98

Paddle for two hours from a rural riverside setting to Ben Dinh Cu Chi Tunnels, with an English-speaking guide, local lunch, wartime bunkers, and a documentary. Tri and Rose are among the guides named in guest feedback. Groups are capped at 10.

“They picked up me quite early from Saigon to beat the traffic in the city.”

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