Hoi An Basket Boat & Cooking Class with Local Chef
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Overview
Experience Basket Boat Ride Cooking Class by Local Chef in Hoi An! Discover the beauty and rural life of Vietnam with this unique eco-tour. Guests will paddle through the serene canals of the Bay Mau nipa forest in a traditional basket boat, learning about local fishing techniques and the lives of the hospitable fishermen.
The adventure includes trying to catch crabs from the basket boat and enjoying the peaceful river scenery. Following the basket boat ride, participants will be welcomed to a local restaurant for an engaging cooking class led by a skilled chef. They'll learn to prepare authentic Vietnamese dishes, gaining insights into the region's culinary culture before savoring their creations for lunch or dinner.
This experience offers a hands-on introduction to Vietnamese culture, combining outdoor adventure with culinary discovery. Guests will appreciate the chance to connect with local traditions and enjoy the natural beauty of Hoi An's waterways.




Highlights
Explore Water Coconut Woods: Discover the unique ecosystem of Hoi An's water coconut woods on a guided tour.
Ride a Basket Boat: Experience the thrill of gliding through the canals in a traditional Vietnamese basket boat.
Learn Crab Catching: Try your hand at catching crabs using local fishing techniques from your basket boat.
Cooking Class with Local Chef: Participate in a hands-on cooking class and learn to prepare authentic Vietnamese dishes.
Enjoy a delicious meal: Savor the Vietnamese food you prepared
Hotel pickup included: Enjoy the convenience of pickup and drop-off at your accommodation.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoyed the basket boat ride and cooking class, finding it a fun and insightful way to experience local culture.

Guests loved riding in the basket boats.
Many enjoyed learning about local fishing methods.
Several reviewers highlighted the cooking class as a great experience.
The chef was mentioned for being kind and helpful
Some found the crab catching difficult.
A few wished for more time in the basket boats.
The Journey
Bay Mau Nipa Forest
The Bay Mau nipa forest is a unique ecosystem featuring water coconut woods. Here, you'll explore the canals by coracle, a traditional Vietnamese basket boat. The forest provides an opportunity to learn about local fishing techniques and the daily lives of fishermen.
Local Restaurant (Hoi An)
A local restaurant in Hoi An provides the setting for an interactive cooking class. Under the guidance of chefs, you'll learn to prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes. You'll also gain insights into Vietnamese culinary culture and enjoy the meal you've created.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes an optional hotel pick-up and drop-off for your convenience. Guests will enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner as part of the cooking class. All necessary ingredients and instruction from an English-speaking chef are provided. The optional basket boat ride is also included. Tips for the chef and boat driver are not included in the price.
Hot Tip
Many reviewers suggest bringing a hat and sunscreen, as the basket boat ride can be sunny. Also, be prepared to get a little wet during the crab catching activity!