Hoi An
1/2 day
Kayaking
Easy
$36 USD
DESCRIBE

The early bird catches the worm. If you wake up early with us, you will be able to enjoy the beautiful moments of sunrise in Hoi An. Watching the sunrise by having a SUP tour will take you to the sea to witness the first rays of the new day. After that, we will kayak to a bustling fish market where fishermen return from their night fishing trips, and finally, we will paddle to the mangrove forest that is often referred to as the 'Little Amazon.' This short tour not only offers you an exciting sunrise experience but also allows you to explore a different aspect of the tranquil life in Hoi An.

Highlight

Watching the sunrise over Cua Dai beach

Exploring the bustling fish market of Hoi An fishermen

 

SUMMARY
  • Departure Point: Hoi An

  • Duration: 1/2 day

  • Destination: Hoi An

  • Activities: Kayaking

  • Min : 2 people

  • Best time: Feb - Oct

  • Max : 15 people

  • Difficulty level: Easy

ITINERARY
Hoi An - Cam Thanh - Cua Dai - Hoi An

04:30 - 05:15:  The tour guide will pick you up at the hotel and take you to the kayaking starting point in Cam Thanh. After the guide explains the basic kayaking skills and safety regulations, we will begin kayaking on the Thu Bon River heading towards Cua Dai. We will catch the first rays of sunlight of the new day on the sea. The next destination on our journey is Duy Hai fish market in the Cua Dai area. This is a small fish market where local fishermen return after their night fishing trips.

We will have breakfast and coffee at a local eatery, taking in the tranquil life of Hoi An before reaching the final destination of our journey, the mangrove forest near the estuary. After that, we will paddle back to the starting point. A car will take you back to the hotel. End of the program.

* Total kayaking distance: 7 km (2.5 hr - 3 hr)

* You can choose to paddle a SUP instead of a kayak. Please inform us when you register for the tour.

 

INCLUSION/EXCLUSION

Inclusion:

  • Round-trip bus 
  • Kayak, life jacket & gear
  • Breakfast & coffee
  • Tour guides 
  • Drinking water 
  • Fee for entrance tickets
  • Travel insurance 

Exclusion:

  • Other kinds of beverage unlist in the tour program
  • Personal expenses 

 

THE EQUIPMENT NECESSARY

Equipment provided by us:

  • Kayak, life jacket & gear
  • First aid bag 

Essential stuff you need to bring: 

  • Waterproof trekking shoes
  • Summer: Quick-drying clothes, long-sleeved swimsuit (rashguard), hat, sunglasses, gloves, sunscreen...
  • Water bottle (1L) 
  • ID card or Passport

Other items you may consider to bring:

  • Personal medicine
  • Spare clothes
  • Waterproof phone pouch