Float through Cam Thanh’s coconut channels in a traditional basket boat, then learn to build a Hoi An lantern with a family artisan. This 2–3 hour morning or afternoon tour pairs gentle watercraft navigation with hands-on craft instruction.
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You push off from a narrow channel and the coconut forest closes around you, trunks and fronds brushing the wide sky. The basket boat—known locally as a thung chai—rocks gently as the guide steers with practiced twists; the river seems to dare you forward while sunlight stitches gold across slow water.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Light activity; suitable for most fitness levels—standing in the boat and basic handcrafting required.
Wildlife
History
Cam Thanh’s basket-boat seafaring developed from local fishing needs; Hoi An’s lantern craft grew from the town’s role as a trading port and communal festivals.
Conservation
The coconut groves and mangrove channels are sensitive to pollution and erosion—avoid littering and support local operators who maintain cleanup efforts.
Reserve your spot on the Lantern Making Class & Basket Boat Ride - Morning or Afternoon today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book morning for cooler conditions
Morning departures have calmer water and softer light for photos; afternoons are warmer and busier.
Wear waterproof, grippy shoes
Boat decks and muddy banks require footwear that can get wet and still hold traction.
Bring small bills for purchases
Family workshops sell extra lanterns and snacks—cash (VND) is preferred.
Protect gear from splash
Use a waterproof pouch for cameras and phones; basket boats offer little shelter.
Quick-dry shoes
Provides traction and dries quickly after boarding small boats or stepping ashore.
Sun hat & sunscreen
Shields you during open-water stretches and while working on lanterns outdoors.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is important during the paddle and craft session.
Small waterproof bag or pouch
Keeps phone and camera dry from splashes in the basket boat.