Vietnam · BOAT TOURS IN HOI AN
The 15 best boat tours in Hoi An you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Ride a traditional basket boat through Hoi An’s coconut forest, watch net fishing, try crab catching, and enjoy lively local guides.
“Amazing from start to finish. Hospitality on arrival to boat driver was top class. Highly recommend. Great photo opportunities along the way!”
Cook four Vietnamese dishes, shop Hoi An Market, ride a basket boat, and try fishing in Cam Thanh for $28.90.
“The day started with a banana boat ride. It was a little bit of a trap for tips but the ride itself was nice. We then headed to the markets with Chef Hai and then afterwards to our cooking class. The class itself was fantastic and we learned a lot and laughed a lot as well. We cooked 4 dishes all which were unique and very tasty. All in all a top experience!”
Explore Hoi An’s market, paddle a coconut forest by basket boat, and cook four Vietnamese dishes in this excellent-value half-day tour.
“Perfect activity made loads of food and was in a lovely location”
Review of Hoi An’s $8 nighttime river boat ride, including lantern release, private boats, queues, timing, value, and practical tips.
“We met our guide who then took us to the river. It was beautiful on the lake and our boatman was very helpful with getting us on and off and also took photos for us. He also lit the candles of our lanterns which we then put on the water. A lovely 20 min trip.”
Glide along Hoi An’s lantern-lit Hoai River, release a wish lantern, sip herbal tea, and enjoy a simple 20-minute evening outing.
“The boat trip was beautiful seeing all the lanterns on the water and the beautiful lit up building around the canal. I would highly recommend this”
Review of Hoi An’s Hangcoconut basket boat ride, with crab fishing, coconut canals, karaoke, spinning boats, prices, tips, and practical advice.
“The trip was amazing! We went early in the morning, so there were no crowds such a great attraction! Highly recommended. You can also take photos in a boat on site definitely worth it!”
Shop Hoi An’s local market, catch crabs by basket boat, and cook four Vietnamese dishes in a friendly half-day class.
“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”
Ride a traditional basket boat through Hoi An’s coconut forest, try crab fishing, watch net casting, and enjoy warm local guides for $5.
“We took a Grab from Danang to Hoi An because it was more cost effective to book the tour without the hotel transfers. The driver left us at the main road and it was a five minute walk up to the business. Be mindful there are other similar busRead more”
Review of Hoi An’s Hangcoconut tour, combining a Bay Mau basket boat ride, crab fishing, Vietnamese cooking, and a generous meal.
“Cooking was really enjoyable and easy to follow, with lots of food. Boat ride was fun and the boat guides were very friendly”
Review of Hoi An’s coconut forest, basket boats, old town, dinner, lantern market, and river ride, with practical advice on value and timing.
“Chau was great guide. We visit amazing places, took a lot of photos and fixed unforgettable memories. Highly recommend this guide. Thank you for trip.”
Taste Hoi An specialties, play Vietnamese bingo, and release a lantern on a four-hour evening food and boat tour.
“This was such a fun tour and great way to try alot of the special foods unique to Hoi An I’m one evening. Jackie took great care of us! I especially appreciate her being able to facilitate my shellfish allergy so I could try the white roses dumplings.”
Explore My Son’s Cham temples, see an Apsara show, eat local food, and cruise the Thu Bon River back to Hoi An for $16.
“Really nice and informative tour. Perfect for half a day and then sightseeing in Hoi An.”
Review of Hoi An’s My Son Sanctuary tour with early access, Cham history, rice paper making, local noodles, and a Thu Bon River boat ride.
“Yen was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the history of the sanctuary! We booked last minute and trip logistics were super easy.”
Explore Hoi An’s market, coconut forest, basket boats, fishing, and a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class for $29.
“This is a fantastic opportunity to see the local market, enjoy a ride in a traditional boat and spend some time preparing and savouring some local food. Our hosts were lovely and friendly and we had the best time exploroing Hoi An's delights with them. We even got to try our luck in fishing and caught a crab!”
Review of the My Son Sanctuary afternoon tour from Hoi An, with Cham ruins, dance, guide, bánh mì, river boat, price, and practical tips.
“Very nice and recommended!! The guide is really passionate and it is worth to spend some money to get the sanctuary explained.”
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