Full day trip to Lan Ha-Ha Long Bay from Cat Ba, avoid the crowds
Overview
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9 hours
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Discover the peaceful side of Ha Long Bay on this full-day cruise to Lan Ha Bay. Escape the crowds as our boat takes you to remote lagoons, untouched beaches, and stunning caves. Lounge on deck with a quiet drink or paddle through calm waters on a tour suited for all skill levels. Explore rock arches, hidden lagoons, and floating fishing villages, meet local communities, and experience the mystical beauty of Lan Ha – a side of Ha Long Bay most tourists never see.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Lan Ha Bay
8.30am: Start from our office and take a bus 5 minutes to the pier. Visiting Cai Beo Floating Fishing Village, you will learn how people fish, grow fish and how is the daily life of the fisherman on the bay. Kayaking (sometimes bamboo boat) 1 and half - 2 hours through the rock arches to see some tunnels and discover Bat Cave and Bright Cave; stop at Ba Trai Dao beach or in Lan Ha Bay for swimming (depends on the tide level and weather)
Halong Bay
Keep cruising to Ha Long Bay to sightseeing the most beautiful landscapes in less touristy areas. Enjoy the beauty of hundred limestone islands. 12.00 Have lunch on the boat. Come back Lan Ha Bay by a different route to enjoy more beautiful scenery. Swimming at another secluded sandy beach. Return to Cat Ba town at 5.30 - 6pm. Note: The trip can be flexibly changed due to customer's demands, the weather and the tide as well.
Options
Lan Ha - Ha Long Bay 1 Day boat trip - Kayaking from Cat Ba, avoid the crowds.
What‘s Included
1 big bottle of water: 1.5l
Kayaking equipment such as: headlamp, water proof bag
All Fees and Taxes
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Option: seafood mixed meat or vegetarian.
Alcoholic Beverages
Breakfast
Coffee and/or Tea
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
3,544 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
To do in Cat Ba
leonardobZ6037ZX,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ben was a supercool guide, everything good and the fish farm is actually cool
Do the Tour with Guide Ben!
B9067IFlenab,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our Trip with Guide Ben was a beautiful and amazing experience today! You should do it!
Late cancelation.
Jan E,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00They can cancel the evening before the trip. I also booked late but this was an dissapointment and not communixated on their page.
Solid Tour with Ben
E6987VBgracem,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was a super great day tour- the activities included were just what we were looking for during our visit. Beautiful scenery, water was warm, and lunch was great. Ben was an awesome tour guide. He was full of information and was very friendly and helpful. Overall, I’m glad we chose this tour for our time on Cat Ba.
BA 380 exit row narrow seats.
43rickr,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00BA 380 (the monster 2 level plane) seats in row 20 (exit row) are extremely narrow. To the point they are uncomfortable. Of course, there is also no under seat storage in front of you - and the two flight attendant seats en face do not allow stretching out when they are occupied.
Would 100% recommend.
Discover32575004650,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing, bonus points for Tony that was super cool
Wonderful experience with very good guide in peaceful, beautiful spots!
serenac323,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the tour with Hang who is a really great guide, very friendly and helpful! It is a lovely relaxing experience being on the boat and with activities included it’s a great way to spend the day. Being away from the crowds it was more chilled and able to enjoy the beautiful scenery very easily in this incredible place in the world.
Wonderful Day in Lan Ha
267florentk,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful day thanks to Cat Ba Ventures, which shattered all the prejudices one might have about mass tourism and the sanitized Ha Long Bay. An unforgettable experience, with Tony (our guide) being the conductor thanks to his kindness, explanations, and joy of living. A big thank you!!
Day trip
lisajN7564EL,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well organized tour. The guide, Tony was very knowledgeable and engaging. Delicious lunch, seafood, only comment is there was so much and we felt awful not eating it all. The trip managed to avoid most of the other boats which was fabulous . Definitely recommend this trip
Amazing tour
annsophiem813,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour, super informative beautiful nature, great organization! We booked the tour very spontaneously one night before, which was not a problem at all. Our tourguide Ben was amazing, he explained everything very well and detailed. We avoided the crowds (as promised) and had a great time away from all the other boats. Also the included lunch was delicious. All in all recommended :)
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