Hoi An Private Basket Boat with Lantern Workshop and Wishes

3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Immerse yourself in the lush beauty of the Bay Mau Coconut Forest
Learn about the daily life of local fishermen and watch them in action
Create your own traditional lantern in a hands-on workshop with an artisan
Enjoy a peaceful evening boat ride along the beautiful Hoai River
Release a floating lantern and make a wish for good luck and happiness

What's Included

Free hotel pickup within 3 km of Hoi An Ancient Town
Complimentary chilled bottle of water
Private 30-minute lantern boat ride , a floating lantern to release on the peaceful Hoai River.
Take home your handmade lantern and receive one complimentary floating lantern per person
Private basket boat ride with traditional music and basket boat spinning performance
2 hours Lantern making materials and tools Lantern making class with local host
No Food and beverage services
Tips and gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up from hotels within 3 km of Hoi An Ancient Town or meet you at our meeting point: 358 Nguyen Duy Hieu Street, Hoi An.
The tour guide will contact you via WhatsApp.

OR
Meeting point
358 Nguyễn Duy Hiệu

We will pick you up from hotels within 3 km of Hoi An Ancient Town or meet you at our meeting point: 358 Nguyen Duy Hieu Street, Hoi An. We will contact you via WhatsApp regarding pickup and time.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Stop 1: Private Basket Boat Ride in Bay Mau Coconut Forest (30 Minutes)

Start with hotel pickup (within 3 km of Hoi An Ancient Town) or meet at our meeting point. Travel to Bay Mau Coconut Forest and enjoy a private basket boat ride through peaceful waterways.

Experience local fishing traditions, watch exciting basket boat spinning, enjoy folk singing, and admire the beautiful coconut forest. Complimentary bottled water is provided.

Stop 2: Hoi An Lantern-Making Workshop (1.5 Hours)

Learn the history of Hoi An's iconic lanterns before creating your own traditional lantern with the guidance of a local artisan. All materials are included, and you can take your handmade lantern home as a unique souvenir.

Stop 3: Private Hoai River Boat Ride & Floating Lantern (20 Minutes)

Enjoy a private evening boat ride along the lantern-lit Hoai River. Release a floating lantern, make a wish for good luck, capture beautiful photos, and discover the traditions of Hoi An from the water.

End of Experience

The tour ends at the Hoai River boat pier in Hoi An Ancient Town, where you can continue exploring the night market and local restaurants at your own leisure.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Hoi An Lantern Boat Experience

Tags

Sailing
Walking Tours
Kayaking Tours
Craft Classes
On the Water

Cancellation Policy

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

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