Authentic Hoi An Basket Boat Ride and Traditional Lantern Making

Hoi An, Vietnam
Duration3h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
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Overview

Explore Hoi An with our enriching "Basket Boat Ride & Lantern Making Tour," a captivating journey blending cultural immersion and hands-on activities. Departing from your Hoi An hotel, venture to Cam Thanh Coconut Village for a lantern-making class, where you'll create your own vibrant lantern. Delight in the tranquil village ambiance as you glide through the lush coconut forest on a boat ride and engage in traditional fishing practices.

Experience the unique thrill of paddling a Vietnamese bamboo basket boat and witness an impressive basket-boat performance. Learn the art of crab-catching before returning to a local fisherman's house for an optional cooking class, featuring a delicious meal of seven authentic dishes. Conclude your tour with a transfer back to your Hoi An hotel, cherishing unforgettable memories of this immersive Hoi An experience.

What's included

  • Life-jacket
  • Basket Boat Experience
  • Lunch / Diner (7local dishes)
  • Lantern making class & lantern brings home
  • Transportation & English-speaking tour guide
  • Mineral water: 500ml/pax
  • Go catch the crabs, coconut mussels
  • Personal expenses

What to expect

Your adventure begins as your driver and tour guide pick you up from your hotel in Hoi An to embark on a journey to Cam Thanh Coconut Village and a lantern making class. Discover the intricate art of lantern crafting as skilled craftsmen demonstrate their techniques, guiding you through the process of creating vibrant lanterns that you can take home as a special gift for your family.

Experience the serene ambiance of Cam Thanh Village with a peaceful boat trip through its stunning coconut forest. Engage in traditional fishing activities alongside local experts, learning how to catch beetles using round-net and cast-net fishing methods. Learn to navigate the unique Vietnamese bamboo basket boat and participate in an exhilarating basket boat rowing session. Witness a captivating basket-boat performance and try your hand at crab-catching and net-dropping.

Afterwards, visit a local fisherman’s house where you can join a cooking demonstration led by a master Chef (if a cooking class is available). Indulge in a delightful meal at a nearby restaurant, savoring a spread of 7 local dishes accompanied by refreshing mineral water.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will pick up all guests at Hoi An city center and Cam Thanh street

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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