Lan Ha Bay Full Day Cruise and Kayak – Small Group guaranteed

4.9
(359 reviews)
Cat Ba, Vietnam

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

We grew up on these waters, and we built this small-group cruise for travelers who want to feel the real Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay—not a rushed, "conveyor-belt" tour.

Instead of following the crowds, we take you into the quietest corners of both bays, where often only 1 or 2 other boats are in sight. You’ll kayak through cave tunnels and calm lagoons that big boats cannot reach, and pass Cai Beo floating village—one of Vietnam’s oldest fishing communities—to see how our neighbors truly live on the water.

Spend an unhurried day swimming off wild beaches, watching black kites dive for fish, sharing a home-style lunch cooked fresh onboard, and exploring with a local guide who calls this island home.

Whether you start on Cat Ba, or join from Hanoi or Ha Long via our special route across the heart of Ha Long Bay connecting both heritage bays, you’ll see our home the way we love it most. Max 30 guests.

What's Included

Life jackets
Licensed English speaking guide.
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
All activities written on tour schedule
Boat transfer
Kayak equipment
Drinks

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

*IMPORTANT: Please select the Tour Option that matches your departure city!
- "From Cat Ba" Option: Free pickup at hotels in Cat Ba Town (or meet at our office: 229 Mot Thang Tu Street, Cat Ba).
- "From Ha Long" Option: Pickup in Ha Long / Tuan Chau.
- "From Hanoi" Option: Round-trip transfer from hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter.
*Note: If you book the "From Cat Ba" option but request pickup in Hanoi or Ha Long, an extra transfer surcharge will apply.`

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Meeting point
Cat Ba Local

Cat Ba Local Head Office

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Spend an unhurried day cruising and kayaking through Lan Ha Bay and Southern Ha Long Bay (max 30 guests). [TIMING BY OPTION] From Hanoi: 07:15–19:30 (includes 2-way car & crossing through the heart of Ha Long Bay) | From Ha Long: 09:15–18:00 (crosses central Ha Long Bay into Lan Ha Bay) | From Cat Ba: 08:15–17:00 (starts later to skip rush hour). [MORNING 08:30–12:30] Cruise Lan Ha Bay past ancient Cai Beo Floating Village and unique karst towers (Chopstick & Seal islets), then kayak through hidden cave tunnels and calm lagoons at K.A Cave and Bat Cave. [MIDDAY 12:30–13:30] Anchor at quiet Ong Cam Islet for a freshly cooked Vietnamese lunch, with time to jump off the boat, swim, or relax on deck. [AFTERNOON 13:30–17:00] Sail into untouched Southern Ha Long Bay (Dau Be Island, Vung Vieng Village, Le Virgin & Kite arches)—where only 1–2 other boats are in sight. Kayak and swim at wild Ba Trai Dao & Temple beaches before cruising back at sunset.

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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