Lan Ha Bay Full Day Cruise and Kayak – Small Group guaranteed
Overview
See Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay from their most immersive perspective — right at the heart of nature — on a small-group day cruise designed for travelers who want the real Cat Ba experience, not a conveyor belt tour.
Cruise through the karst archipelago, kayak through hidden lagoons, natural archways, and sea cave tunnels that larger boats cannot reach. Visit Cai Beo floating fishing village — one of the last traditional fishing communities in northern Vietnam — for a genuine glimpse of local life on the water.
Swim in clear water off deserted beaches, watch black kites diving for fish, and spend 8 hours exploring the quieter corners of Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay with a local guide who grew up here. Small group guaranteed — maximum 30 travelers.
What's Included
- Lunch
- Life jackets
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All activities written on tour schedule
- Boat transfer
- Kayak equipment
- Licensed English speaking guide.
- Drinks
Meeting Location
222 Một Tháng Tư
street, Cát Hải, Hải Phòng 180000, Vietnam
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
A full day cruise and kayak tour through Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay, departing from Cat Ba Island with a maximum of 30 travelers.
8h15: Start later than other tours to avoid the busy hour.
8h30: Boat cruises off Lan Ha bay, passing by Cai Beo Fishing Village and thousands of karst towers with many unique shapes (chopstick, seals,..).
10h30: Kayak through hidden lagoons, tunnels, and archways: K.A cave and Bats cave.
12h30: Boat drops the anchor at Ong Cam islet for sumptuous traditional Vietnamese lunch. Free time to relax, swim, jump off the boat, lounge on the deck, socials, etc.
13h30: Afterwards, boat continues to sail off Southern Ha Long bay, passing by Dau Be Island, Vung Vieng fishing village, Le Virgin arch and The Kite arch. Here is the most less-touristy and less-travelled areas on both bay. There will be only 1-2 other tourist boat with us at the same time here.
14h30: Kayaking, Swim and beach hopping at Ba Trai Dao Beach which is very natural, remote, quiet and less-touristy; discover the temple beach, more lagoons and arches by kayak
16h00: Enjoy the magical sunset as the boat travels back to the harbor
17h00: Van drops you off at the office.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(16)Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
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Activity code: C-108028P1
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