Hoi An: Coconut Basket Boat Ride in the Coconut Forest
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
You will discover the coconut forest and be welcomed warmly by the local people here. So, book our tour and enjoy some fun activities at the village such as watching basket boat spinning, doing fishing crabs, watching casting the fishing net and the fisherman will show you how to paddle a basket boat. You will definitely have a fun time when you come and join us at the coconut forest.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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.
What To Expect
- We will pick you up at your hotel, then go to our village by Car - Welcome a bottle of water at our restaurant - Visiting the water coconut forest by traditional boat - bamboo basket boat - Learning how to paddle the basket boat with the local people - Enjoy some activities very fun on the river such as : + Watching basket boat spinning + Watching casting the fishing net ( This activity will be closed on February 16th, 17th, 18th, and 19th due to the Lunar New Year ) + Doing fishing crab - Back to our restaurant and relax - We will take you back to your hotel * If you want to enjoy the Tour with less tourists, peaceful on the river, please choose the option before 9AM, as soon as better. * The activity watching the casting fishing net will be end after 3:45PM. If you want to enjoy this activity, please come here before 3:30PM.
What‘s Included
Entrance ticket
Air-conditioned vehicle
Welcome drink is bottle of water
Pick up and drop off ( if option selected )
Hat, umbrella and life jacket
Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities
Doing basket boat spinning and casting the fishing net
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Boat + Lantern Making Class
This option last 2 hours: This option doesn't include pick-up & drop-off. The experience includes basket boat ride & lantern-making activity.
Tour from Meeting Point
Please note that: This option NOT including pick up + drop off, so you will come to our business and go back by yourself. Thank you !
Boat+Lantern Making+Pick up
This options last 3 hours: This option include pick-up & drop-off within 7km of our business.
Including basket boat ride & lantern-making activity.
Pickup included
Basket Boat Ride in Hoi An Activity
Pickup included
Reviews
1,057 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Scenic and peaceful
Alexys B,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had such a great experience on this coconut boat excursion! It was tucked away and the route wasn’t around too many people so we really got to enjoy the scenery.
The best coconut boat tour
Helen R,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were picked up at our hotel for the 15 minute drive to where we left from for the 45 minute boat ride. Our boat driver was hilarious and awesome and too heaps of photos for us! Afterwards we had all of the professional photos sent to my WhatsApp for $100000 VND and our driver picked us up and dropped us back at our hotel. Would highly recommend this tour.
Great value for money!
Happiness47888571416,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great value for money! 1 hour long and the driver was very after to take good photos. A highlight was crab fishing, which was not so easy! I recommend to anyone visiting Hoi An.
Coconut boat and lantern making
Ken W,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We booked the coconut boat and the lantern making, travelling there by rented scooter. It was easy to find and we were welcomed warmly. Our boat rower/guide was extremely friendly and made sure that we took in all of the sights to maximise our experience and enjoyment, with a little bit of historical information about the war being shared too. The lantern making was great fun and our tutor was very kind and patient in his teaching. We now have a renewed understanding and respect for the lantern making process! Overall, we would highly recommend taking part in both activities and we enjoyed every minute of the experience which lasted around 2.5 hours and represented fantastic value for money.
Great fun.
Mandy S,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Basket Boats were so much fun. We had a great experience with Wayan our boat operator. The river was alive with baskets and people having a great time. The whole experience from pick up to drop off was great. Would highly recommend!
Spin and Vibe: Basket Boat Ride in Hoi An
tetsky,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you’re in Hoi An, the basket boat ride along the Coconut Forest River is a must-do. Whether you’re solo or vibing with your buddy, that 45-minute ride is pure chaos and fun. Picture this: karaoke on the river (yes, that’s a thing), with our jolly guide belting out “Awitin Mo, at Isasayaw Ko” like a pro. Then came the wild part—guides spinning their boats mid-river. My ka-IMG friend wanted in, and boom, wish granted. I was clutching my bag and the boat like my life depended on it, while she kept yelling “slower please!”—but every time she asked, we got an even harder spin. 😂 By the end, my head was spinning too, but nothing a fresh coconut couldn’t fix. Sitting back, sipping that sweet coco juice, we laughed it off and agreed: this was one for the memory bank. 👉 Verdict: chaotic, hilarious, refreshing. 10/10 would spin again.
Belter
X6237PKjosephk,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was a great laugh, our boat guide was brilliant and very attentive. Would definitely recommend.
Amazing boat tour!
Alena52,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience! The guide went over and above to give us a great experience. He took loads of amazing photos and showed us interesting aspecrs of the river. Highly recommended!
AMAZING EXPERIENCE AND STAFF
gemmawA2909SE,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This business is amazing. I came last year (2025) and had to book with them again as all the workers are friendly and amazing. Vu, the operator organised this day before for me and everything went smoothly. Will recommend this company to anyone and everyone wanting to do the basket boats in Hoi An.
An amazing experience from start to finish
ChrissieLeigh F,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a must do in Hoi An and with this company! When we arrived we were greeted with a smile, some shade and a bottle of cold water 😅 Our two tour guides were an absolute laugh! They were engaging with the kids, singing to the music and didn’t get us stuck amongst the crowds! Thank you so much for an amazing experience.
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