Hoi An Lantern Making and Cam Thanh Boat Experience
- 1h 40m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Experience two of Hoi An’s most distinctive traditions in one activity. Instead of simply watching, you will take part in both local crafts and riverside life. Learn step by step from a local artisan to create your own colorful Hoi An lantern, which you can take home as a handmade souvenir. Then explore the peaceful Cam Thanh Coconut Forest aboard a traditional bamboo basket boat with a local boatman. Paddle through beautiful coconut waterways, try catching small crabs, watch traditional fishing-net casting, and enjoy the exciting basket boat spinning performance. This experience brings together Hoi An craftsmanship, fishing traditions, local interaction, nature, and fun. It is a great choice for couples, families, friends, and travelers looking for an authentic hands-on experience and memorable photos in Hoi An.
Inclusions
What's included
- Lantern making
- All Entrances fee
- Transportation fee( optional)
- Basket Boat ride
Itinerary
Discover the traditional art of lantern making at our Cam Thanh Lantern Workshop, located in the peaceful countryside of Hoi An. Upon arrival, meet your friendly local host and experienced lantern instructor, who will introduce you to the history, cultural meaning, and importance of colorful lanterns in Hoi An. Learn how lanterns have become one of the most recognizable symbols of this UNESCO-listed ancient town. Choose your favorite lantern color and begin a hands-on workshop guided step by step by our instructor. Learn how to prepare the bamboo frame, shape the lantern, attach the fabric, and complete the finishing details using traditional techniques. No previous experience is required, making this activity suitable for beginners, couples, families, and children. Throughout the workshop, your host will share local stories and explain the craftsmanship behind Hoi An lanterns. At the end of the experience, admire your handmade creation and take your own Vietnamese lantern home
Discover the natural beauty and traditional fishing culture of Bay Mau Coconut Forest in Cam Thanh Village, one of Hoi An’s most enjoyable countryside experiences. Board a traditional round bamboo basket boat with a friendly local boatman and cruise through peaceful waterways surrounded by lush green water coconut palms. During the journey, learn how local people paddle and control these unique basket boats, which have been used by fishing families for generations. Try paddling the boat yourself and enjoy the relaxing scenery along the river. Watch local fishermen demonstrate traditional fishing-net casting techniques and have fun trying to catch small crabs among the coconut palms. One of the highlights is the exciting basket boat spinning performance, where skilled boatmen spin their boats rapidly on the water. Enjoy the lively atmosphere, take memorable photos, and experience local river life up close. This activity combines nature, culture, traditional fishing, and fun in Bay mau
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Please arrive 10 minutes early at Cam Thanh Lantern Workshop and Basket Boat, Vo Chi Cong, Hoi An. Our guide will wait at the meeting point holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name. If needed, we will contact you via WhatsApp or the phone number provided in your booking.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 10 travellers
- Operated by
- Bay Mau Tour
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Hoi An
- Its from-price is 79% below the median of the 2561 experiences we list in Hoi An.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Hoi An
Lantern-lit lanes, tailor shops and riverside cafés glow after dark in Hoi An, a beautifully preserved old trading port in central Vietnam.
The Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, preserves centuries-old merchant houses, Chinese assembly halls and temples along the Thu Bon River. The covered Japanese Bridge is its emblem, and old houses such as Tan Ky show the blend of Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese influences that shaped the port.
Top-ranked sights in Hoi An: Hoi An Ancient Town, My Son Sanctuary, Japanese Covered Bridge (Chua Cau).
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