
Private Night Boat Trip and Floating Lantern on Hoi An River
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September 2026
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Traveler rating
3.5/5
Based on 15 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Night Boat Trip and Floating Lantern on Hoi An River worth booking?
Private Night Boat Trip and Floating Lantern on Hoi An River is a 0.3-hour experience in Hoi An, Vietnam, from $10 per person. It scores 44 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.5/5 rating across 15 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 44 / 100
- Rating
- 3.5/5 (15)
- Duration
- 0.3 hours
- From
- $10 per person
Immerse in Hoi A culture by night boat. Experience releasing the lantern on the river does not only brings beauty to traditional culture but this activity also brings an extremely deep spiritual value.Explore Hoi An at i
What you get
- 1 floating lantern per person
- Boat trip on River with local people
About this experience
Immerse in Hoi A culture by night boat. Experience releasing the lantern on the river does not only brings beauty to traditional culture but this activity also brings an extremely deep spiritual value.Explore Hoi An at its most magical during an evening boat ride. Release a lantern on the Hoai River, and explore the city's UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town.
What's included
Included
- 1 floating lantern per person
- Boat trip on River with local people
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hoi An
Behind of Bale Restaurants and from Japanese Bridge to here 2 minutes
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Behind of Bale Restaurants and from Japanese Bridge to here 2 minutes
Options you can book
Private Night Boat Trip and Floating Lantern on Hoi An River
Private night boat tour
Experience
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Bay Mau Tour
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 15 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
15 verified traveler reviews for Private Night Boat Trip and Floating Lantern on Hoi An River. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Lantern release
Nice time atmospheric a bit crowded on the river but overall good value our guide was Awsome took photos for us
via Viator
A must in Hoi An
a must do when in Hoi An. The boat ride is quite short may be 15 to 20 minutes, but its all about the experience. Boat people very helpful in getting folks on and off the boat. Not flash, but well worth doing
via Tripadvisor
Was fun
It was a nice experience to do the lantern trip. The only thing is the drivers need to learn to not continually want you to do poses as we all don't do that. It was quick preferred it was a bit longer but glad we experienced it . I highly recommend it 👌
via Tripadvisor
Hijacked!
We had prearranged tickets with a travel agent but was pulled from our ride to a sampan. Since we didn't speak the language, we assumed our driver knew the connections and allowed the intrusion. Much to our horror, we were hijacked and asked for an exorbitant amount. We paid much less because we didn't want a fight. Our original contact person from Memories Land called us to look for us and found us. Thank God she guided us the rest of the way.
via Tripadvisor
Misleading
I thought I had booked a private boat tour with a boat owner. Instead, this company just led us to the public line for boats and put us in the 30 minute wait line. I could have done that by myself - it didn’t help at all. We just waited along with everyone else to get on a boat. All the boat rides are just for your party so this company is really not offering anything. It was actually very awkward - they have a young boy waiting in line and they just keep adding customers into the line which understandably caused a lot of problems with everyone else in the line who had been waiting for a long time. False advertising!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 0.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 44
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Night Boat Trip and Floating Lantern on Hoi An River: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hoi An.
How much does Private Night Boat Trip and Floating Lantern on Hoi An River cost?
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Prices start at $10 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hoi An usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Night Boat Trip and Floating Lantern on Hoi An River take?
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Plan for about 0.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hoi An is not rushed.
Is Private Night Boat Trip and Floating Lantern on Hoi An River worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 44 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.5/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hoi An, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Night Boat Trip and Floating Lantern on Hoi An River?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Night Boat Trip and Floating Lantern on Hoi An River suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Night Boat Trip and Floating Lantern on Hoi An River?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hoi An can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hoi An and add a light layer if any part of the 0.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Night Boat Trip and Floating Lantern on Hoi An River start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hoi An within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hoi An?
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On Outty we rank every Hoi An experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include HOI AN Hidden Gems in Rural Villages & River Islands PRIVATE TOUR, Coconut Jungle Eco & Hoi An City Tour With Boat Ride, Cooking Class Hoi An:Local Market, Basket Boat, Fishing & Cooking. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hoi An?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hoi An?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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