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Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay Small-Group Tour with Local Experts from Cat Ba
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Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay Small-Group Tour with Local Experts from Cat Ba

by Cat Ba Local Tour

8 hours
H Long Bay
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8 hours
Starting time
Monday 26 October 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 25 Oct 2026.
$63$70Save 10%
2 adults × $31.50
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This small-group tour from Cat Ba lasts eight hours and covers both Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay in Vietnam. The trip begins with a boat cruise through the karst islands, limestone archways, lagoons, and tunnels of Lan Ha Bay. Participants will have the opportunity to kayak in calm waters to explore small caves and natural formations. The tour includes a visit to Cai Beo fishing and floating villages to observe local life. There is time allocated for swimming, relaxing on beaches, and watching black kites as they hunt for fish. Lunch is served on board the air-conditioned boat, with a vegetarian option available upon request at booking. An English-speaking licensed guide leads all activities. Drinks are not included but can be purchased separately.

Highlights

Small-group boat tour in Lan Ha Bay
Kayaking through lagoons, archways, and tunnels
Visit Cai Beo fishing and floating villages
Lunch included on board
Watch black kites hunting fish
Licensed English-speaking guide provided

What's included

Licensed English-speaking guide
Lunch included
Air conditioning on the boat
All scheduled activities included

What's not included

Drinks are not included

Itinerary

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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.

480 min

Meeting point

Cat Ba Local Head Office

End point

Cat Ba Local Head Office

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Suitable for all fitness levels
Vegetarian meals available on request at booking
Total
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