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Hoi An Lantern Release Boat Ride by Local Operator

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Activity provider: Hoi An Da Nang Tour
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0.3333333333333333-hour tour in Hoi An, including Traditional wooden boat ride (10-15 minutes) and Floating lantern (1 lantern per person). Run by Hoi An Da Nang Tour, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Runs 20 minutes
  • Traditional wooden boat ride (10-15 minutes)
  • Floating lantern (1 lantern per person)
  • Local boat rower
  • On-site assistance from guide at meeting point

Hoi An Lantern Release Boat Ride by Local Operator: Key Facts

PriceFrom $11.43 per person
Duration20 minutes
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 20-minute experience in Hoi An. It is run by Hoi An Da Nang Tour, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

The price covers Traditional wooden boat ride, Floating lantern, boat rower and On-site assistance from guide at meeting point. It does not cover Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks and Hoi An UNESCO entrance ticket, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Hoi An Da Nang Tour sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Hoi An Da Nang Tour before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Includes

  • Traditional wooden boat ride (10-15 minutes)
  • Floating lantern (1 lantern per person)
  • Local boat rower
  • On-site assistance from guide at meeting point

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Hoi An UNESCO entrance ticket (120.000 VND/ticket)

Important information

Meeting point

Hoi An Da Nang Tour sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.

Weather

This runs outdoors, so the operator can call it off for rain, wind or sea conditions, and that decision is usually made on the day. If they cancel, you choose: another date, or your money back in full. We do not keep a booking fee on a tour that did not run.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 20 minutes
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

3.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Guide
3.5/5
Value for money
3.5/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Steven
September 3, 2026

Amazing, Daisy amazing guide, person, super sweet, 100% recommended

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Traveller
September 16, 2026

Ganz schnelle Fahrt nur (ja, 15 Minuten steht in der Beschreibung). Der Bootsfahrer ist einmal hin und her gefahren und wollte direkt „Tip“ haben. Er war hektisch, hat uns Anweisungen gegeben uns ständig umzusetzen, Lifejacket an und wieder aus. Und auch die Erfahrung mit den Lichter auf das Wasser zu lassen war wirklich abgehakt, störend und nicht schön. Es könnte viel netter gemacht werden. Und dafür im Vergleich zu anderen Aktivitäten hier deutlich teuer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Hoi An Da Nang Tour sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
The price does not cover hotel pickup and drop-off, food and drinks and hoi an unesco entrance ticket (120.000 vnd/ticket). Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
The Hoi An old town ticket (a small fee that covers five heritage houses or halls) is included when the listing says so; otherwise it is bought at the entrance and the guide explains which houses to use it on. The old town is closed to motorbikes for most of the day, and My Son is best at opening time before the tour buses.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Traditional wooden boat ride (10-15 minutes), Floating lantern (1 lantern per person), Local boat rower, On-site assistance from guide at meeting point
The duration of the Hoi An Lantern Release Boat Ride by Local Operator is typically 20 minutes. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
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