Hanoi to Cat Ba: 2-Day Cat Ba National Park & Lan Ha Bay Tour

About this boat trip in Hanoi

• Live guideEnglish
• Duration2 days
• CancellationStrict policy
• Pick-upHotel pick-up available
• Activity levelEasy

• Food on board
• Swim stop

Timeline: how the party goes

1. Hanoi - Lan Ha Bay - Navy Peak - Plankton Bioluminescent Night Kayak (L, D)

2. Hanoi

   7:30. Picking up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter area and departure to Cat Ba Island by Expressway.

3. Hai Phong

   11:30. We will arrive at Ben Beo pier in Cat Ba island. The pier for fishman and tourist boats to visit Lan Ha Bay, just 2km from the town.

4. Hai Phong

   12:00-12:30. We will pick you up at Ben Beo harbor and transfer by fast canoe to our lovely homestay in Viet Hai village. The Village is on Cat Ba island, around 10 kilometers away from Cat Ba town. its position in the midst of Cat Ba’s jungle, meaning that it’s surrounded by lush forests, mountains and picturesque scenery. Have a delicious Vietnamese meal. Afternoon. Following our tour guide you will do trekking and hiking in Navy Peak to see the overview of Cat Ba National Park. If we have time we can climb to the top of the mountain for a panoramic view of Lan Ha bay, Halong Bay and Cat Ba National Park. 18:30. Enjoy local dinner at our restaurant.

5. Hai Phong

   18:30. Enjoy local dinner at our restaurant. After that, Our tour guide will take you on a night-time kayak on Lan Ha Bay to see Bioluminescent plankton sparkling and the local village activities at night. Overnight at our homestay!
6. Overnight at homestay in Viet Hai Village
7. Viet Hai village - Discover Lan Ha Bay full day by boat - Hanoi (B, L)

8. Hai Phong

   7:30. Enjoy the breakfast at our restaurant 8:45 Our golf car will pick you up from Viet Hai village to Viet Hai harbor 9:00 We will arrive at Viet Hai Pier and our tour guide will give you the entrance tickets for Lan Ha Bay and HaLong bay. The tickets are included in the tour price.

9. Hai Phong

   9:15. Board the boat to Lan Ha Bay. At first, the boat will sail around Lan Ha Bay. The bay itself is spectacular, with towers of limestone rocks rising from the sea, sailing to thousands of karst towers with many unique shapes (chopsticks and seals).

10. Halong Bay

    10:30. We will discover the natural lagoon area belonging to Lan Ha Bay by kayaking through Dark and Bright Caves, tunnels, and archways. This is the most beautiful lagoon in Lan Ha Bay for kayaking activities and also the conservation area. If you are lucky you will see Cat Ba langurs (Golden-headed monkeys)

11. Hai Phong

    12:30. The boat drops anchor at the border of Lan Ha Bay and HaLong Bay for lunch. The lunch is freshly cooked and served in Vietnamese style by the local crews on board (vegetarian dishes for a choice). Enjoy lunch while cruising through magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay. 13:30. Afterwards, the boat continues to sail off Southern Ha Long Bay

12. Hai Phong

    14:30 Swimming and jumping from the boat at Ba Trai Dao Beach which is very natural, remote, quiet and less-touristy. We can discover the temple beach, more lagoons and arches. 15:00 After swimming, we will visit a local fish farm where you will see how local fishermen live on the water and how they farm the fish 15:30 Our boat will be cruising back to the pier. Enjoy the magical sunset withlocal drinks as the boat comes back to the harbor.

13. Hanoi

    16:00. The bus will pick you up to go back to Hanoi. Around 20:00: Arrive at Hanoi Old Quarter.
14. Not included

What’s included

Good to know before you go

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Not stroller accessible
• Not suitable for pets
• No public transportation nearby
• Infants must not sit on laps
• Infant seats unavailable
• Not recommended for people with heart conditions

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