Hoi An: Basket Boat Ride in the Coconut Forest
1.Hoi An: Basket Boat Ride in the Coconut Forest
Paddle a basket boat through Bay Mau’s coconut forest in Hoi An. See crab fishing and net casting, with optional spinning and photo add-ons.
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The best of Hoi An, day and night.
The 15 most popular things to do in Hoi An. Lantern-lit walks through the old town, basket boats in the coconut palms, market-to-table cooking classes, the My Son ruins and the day trips up the coast, all in one place.
Paddle a basket boat through Bay Mau’s coconut forest in Hoi An. See crab fishing and net casting, with optional spinning and photo add-ons.
Most PopularLearn Vietnamese coffee from crop to cup in Hoi An. Make egg, salt, coconut and more using a Phin filter. 2-hour class for $14.
“Had so much fun in this class! It was very well organised and informative.”
Make a foldable Vietnamese bamboo-silk lantern in Hoi An. Choose shapes and silk colors, learn the steps, and take it home.
“Our activity was amazing the hosts made it really fun and were very helpful. Would recommend this activity to anyone especially families as the hosts were great with kids.”
Market shopping, bamboo basket boats, net fishing in Cam Thanh, then a hands-on Hoi An cooking class with recipes to take home.
“We had such a fun time on this tour! From exploring the local market to riding the basket boats, watching the boat spinning, and even trying a bit of crab fishing. The cooking class itself was excellent, very hands-on, and the dishes we made were delicious. A really well-rounded experience and one we’d highly recommend!”
A small-group Hoi An food day: market shopping, bamboo basket boat crab fishing in the nipa palms, then a chef-led cooking class and meal.
“Excellent tour. Loved the boat and crab fishing and cooking class sim pool e but informative and resulted in excellent lunch. Market tour to begin was an eye opener to western eyes!! Highly recommend.”
Early morning My Son Sanctuary visit with a small-group guide, Vietnamese coffee, and Champa brunch with vegan options—plus calmer photos.
“The early start is definitely worth it to explore the sanctuary before the crowds arrive. Special thanks to our guide Lin who was extremely knowledge and engaging.”
Small-group trip from Hoi An to Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge with the cable car ride, Fantasy Park, and an organized day plan.
“Well organized, wouldn't bother with the buffet lunch. It is not very good quality. There are plenty of places to buy food.”
Hoi An market-to-basket-boat-to-cooking class: bargain for ingredients, float through coconut palms, then make Bánh Xèo, phở, chè for $17.
“Perfect activity made loads of food and was in a lovely location”
Make a foldaway silk lantern in Hoi An. Choose colors and shapes, build the bamboo frame, and taste Vietnamese tea. Take it home.
“I wanted a lantern for a souvenir, but instead of buying one I chose to make one. I don’t regret my decision at all. It was so fun to make the lantern and the family run business was well organized!! Highly recommend this activity”
Private Hoai River night lantern boat in Hoi An. One lantern per person, traditional wooden boat, guide escort, about 20 minutes for $8.
“This was well worth booking… the normal queue for the boats was long and chaotic. My guide messaged me earlier in the day with meeting point, so met there and he escorted us down to the river and immediately onto a boat. No messing around, was great experience”
20-minute Hoai River lantern boat ride in Hoi An with a free 5G eSIM, tea, and a night market stroll near the Japanese Bridge.
“Great organisation, was taken straight to the boat, only a couple of minutes walk from the office. Stress free experience, definitely recommend. Boat ride was magical ❤️”
Hangcoconut Hoi An coconut basket boat ride: row Thung Chai boats, catch crabs, sing karaoke, and watch boatmen in Cam Thanh.
Hoi An cooking, market shopping, coconut basket boats, and crab fishing. Small group, pickup included, and you leave with recipes.
“Had the best afternoon shopping and cooking with Tram. Tram is so warm and welcoming. She explained every aspect of our afternoon - food at the market where we shopped; how to prepare and cook each dish. They all tasted delicious Read more”
Hoi An Memories Show and Impression Park ticket with a 60-minute 400-year spectacle and themed village access from 4–9pm.
“Amazing light shows… Quite disappointing with the food around.. not a proper Vietnamese restaurant apart from buffet”
Hoi An coconut basket boat ride in Cẩm Thanh coconut forest with hotel pickup, crab fishing, paddle lessons, life jackets, and great value.
“Best guide on the water! So much energy, very fun and relaxing. We had a great time fishing, singing, and chatting”
From the lantern-lit old town to the basket boats, the cooking classes and the day trips up the coast, every way to spend your time in Hoi An.