From Da Nang: Coconut Forest Half-Day Guided Tour with Basket Boat Ride, DIY Activities, Lunch & Transfers

Your experience

Experience the vibrant river life of Cam Thanh’s Bay Mau Coconut Palm Forest on this immersive half-day guided tour.

Getting started

Your tour begins when you meet your English-speaking guide and join a shared transfer to Cam Thanh coconut village. After a brief introduction, you’ll board a traditional basket boat and set off along the Thu Bon River.

What to expect

Bay Mau Coconut Forest: Located just outside Hoi An, Bay Mau Coconut Palm Forest is a unique ecological area known for its dense coconut groves and traditional river culture. This region has long been home to local fishing communities, offering a window into daily life along Vietnam’s waterways.

Features

• Basket boat ride: Navigate the Thu Bon River in a round basket boat, guided by local experts who share insights into the area’s fishing heritage.

• Fishing activities: Try your hand at net casting and crab fishing, learning age-old techniques from local fishermen.

• Boat performances: Watch lively demonstrations of the “shaking basket boat,” a display of balance and skill unique to the region.

• Coconut leaf crafting: Participate in a hands-on session to create hats, rings, and grasshoppers from coconut leaves, guided by local artisans.

• Local lunch & rest: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese meal and unwind in a hammock or leafy hut before your return transfer.