Hoi An: ATV Quad Bike Tour & BBQ Lunch in My Son Countryside

Summary

Ride muddy trails past rice paddies and villages then share smoky barbecue on a family farm

You’ll tear through muddy jungle trails on your ATV quad bike tour from Hoi An, guided by locals who’ll show you hidden corners of My Son countryside. After all that adrenaline (and maybe some nervous laughter), you’ll sit down for a smoky BBQ lunch right on a family-run farm — fresh veggies included. It’s messy, loud, and real Vietnam all at once.

What’s the experience like?

I still remember the way the mud splattered up my leg as we took that first sharp turn out of Hoi An — honestly, I hadn’t expected to laugh so much. Our guide, Minh, grinned back from his own quad bike, shouting something about “Vietnamese massage” (which apparently just means bumpy roads). The air smelled like wet grass and motor oil. We zipped past water buffaloes standing knee-deep in flooded fields, their tails flicking lazily, and kids waved at us from the shade of banana trees. I tried to wave back without letting go of the handlebars — not my smoothest move.

We wound through narrow village lanes where women in conical hats worked tiny roadside gardens. Minh pointed out the My Son sanctuary hills in the distance, half-lost in haze. Sometimes we’d slow down for chickens or an old man pushing his bicycle — everyone seemed to know Minh, or at least shouted hello. The ride itself was pure fun: muddy patches, sudden puddles, a couple of spots where I thought I’d tip over but didn’t (my heart definitely skipped). If you’re searching for an ATV quad bike tour near Hoi An that’s more than just speed, this is it.

Lunch was at Minh’s family farm — nothing fancy, just long wooden tables under a tin roof with the smell of charcoal and grilled pork ribs drifting over everything. His aunt handed me a plate piled high with chicken, beef skewers, crispy salad from their own garden. We ate with our fingers mostly; someone passed around homemade chili sauce that nearly knocked me out (in a good way). There was laughter and bits of conversation in Vietnamese and English — I butchered “cảm ơn” but they smiled anyway. I kept thinking how different it felt from eating at a restaurant: slower somehow, warmer.

I left with dirt under my nails and probably more photos of buffaloes than anyone needs. But there’s something about riding those trails with people who live here — it sticks with you longer than any view does.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — ATV adventure and BBQ feast

• Ride ATV through jungle and village
• Navigate rugged and muddy trails
• Enjoy BBQ lunch with grilled meats

Top questions

Is pickup included for the ATV quad bike tour from Hoi An?

Yes, air-conditioned vehicle pickup is included.

Can children drive their own ATV on this tour?

No, kids under 16 must ride tandem with an adult according to Vietnam traffic rules.

What food is served during the BBQ lunch?

The BBQ includes pork ribs, chicken, beef, salad, vegetables from the farm, and fruit.

Do I need prior experience to join the ATV tour?

No experience needed; guides provide instruction for beginners.

Is this tour suitable for people with health issues?

It’s not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or cardiovascular problems.

How many people share each ATV?

The standard price is for tandem rides; single riders pay extra.

Are drinks included during lunch?

You get one drink plus drinking water throughout the day.

Does the tour visit My Son sanctuary itself?

No entry to My Son sanctuary; you ride through its surrounding countryside and villages.

What’s included

Your day includes air-conditioned pickup from Hoi An or nearby areas, all riding fees and taxes for your ATV quad bike adventure through My Son countryside villages and jungle trails with a local guide leading the way. Afterward you’ll enjoy a generous BBQ lunch or dinner at Minh’s family-run organic farm—think pork ribs, chicken, beef skewers plus fresh vegetables straight from their garden—alongside one drink and plenty of water before heading back dusty but happy.