Northern Vietnam · DAY CRUISES IN CAT BA
Good day cruises in Cat Ba fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 7 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Cat Ba’s $32 full-day Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay cruise, with kayaking, caves, swimming, lunch, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Kayaking through caves was an amazing experience. Very well organised, it feels real and is very safe. There was a payable option to go on bamboo boats that can take up to 6 people for 300,000 dongs. People who took this option enjRead more”
Cruise Lan Ha Bay from Hanoi or Cat Ba with lunch, kayaking, swimming, Viet Hai village, and a sunset party for a full day outdoors.
“Really enjoyed our day on Lan Ha Bay! Unfortunately it was a bit cloudy, but it was still warm & the views were beautiful! We really enjoyed the bike ride through Viet Hai Village - such a highlight for us! Charlie was very accomodating, and kept us well informed with time expectations and the itinerary. Very impressed”
Review of Venezia Cruises’ 2-day Lan Ha Bay trip, with kayaking, Viet Hai Village, meals, Hanoi pickup, and small-group sailing.
“Simply perfect, nothing to add, nothing to recommend, special thanks to Anh, for his support and dedication, as well as to the entire crew. Many thanks”
Cruise Lan Ha and Ha Long bays, kayak through caves, swim at quiet beaches, and paddle through glowing bioluminescent water for $65.
“Experiencia top! Muy recomendable, la comida y cena deliciosa, guías locales que te explican todo lo que necesitas saber sobre el entorno, costumbres y curiosidades de los pueblos pesqueros. El kayak de noche es una experiencia que no debes perderte. Excursión con poca gente… repetiríamos sin dudarlo!”
Spend two days on Lan Ha and Ha Long bays with kayaking, caves, beaches, a floating village, and a nighttime plankton trip.
“Just completed the 2 day Lan Ha Bay cruise with plankton excursion through Green Trail Travel in Cat Ba and it was absolutely excellent! Our guide Thai (Tiger) was fantastic, incredibly knowledgeable, motivated, and genuinely happy to bRead more”
Cruise Lan Ha Bay from Hanoi or Cat Ba, with lunch, kayaking, swimming, a water slide, and a visit to Viet Hai Village.
“Trip was excellent. The programme was diverse (biking on Cat Ba countryside, kayaking & swimming in Lan Ha Bay). Also very friendly staff. Would recommend!”
Review of Cat Ba’s 3.5-hour Lan Ha Bay sunset cruise with kayaking, swimming, jacuzzi, snacks, and pickup from central hotels.
“Amazing trip! The staff were always happy and supportive. I did kayaking and swimming. The water was cold but nice, they have a warm jacuzzi in the boat and provide fruits. I really recommend it! :)”
Pick a bay, a valley or a bowl of noodles.
