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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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 1 and half - 2 hours through the rock arches to see some tunnels and discover Dark Cave (depend on the tie level), Bat Cave and Bright Cave; stop at Ba Trai Dao beach for swimming and snorkeling.
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.
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
Options
Lan Ha - Ha Long Bay 1 Day boat trip - Kayaking from Cat Ba, avoid the crowds.
Reviews
3,431 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Swimming in Ha Long bay
P9244NAelizabethg,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Excellent day with Viet, and his crew. Very positive and very friendly crowd. Excellent food and fun.
Perfect!
AVO258,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a wonderful experience - great views and activities (kayaking, swimming and visit to a floating village). They had great timing at each spot and managed to skip every single other tourist boat, after we left there were long queues for other providers. Our guide Viet was amazing - very kind, friendly and informative
Nice experience
ip98,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was nice. Our tour guide Viet was very funny and knowledgeable.
Great experience!
X9956VBalexl,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Viet was a great tour guide! Very funny. The cruise is very relaxing and chill.
100% recommend
Escape33544456402,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00very nice 1-day tour to lan ha bay. tony& windy were excellent guides, they speak english very well and explain a lot of interesting things. very well organised, good facilities on the boat, delicious lunch!
Great!!
sofiahW7713TU,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a genius tour!! We did the one-dayer in less touristy areas with Tony and Windy, majisimoos. We took advantage of the tour because we were practically alone most of the trip. The boat was super good and the food very good. Thank you so much to the Cat Ba Ventures team 😊😊😊
Great tour of Ha Long and Lan Ha bay
sarahbsmn,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I've done 2 day cruises in the ha long & lan ha bay area and Cat Ba Ventures was the best one. Our guide Tony did his best to give plenty information on the bay and life in Vietnam, he also took care of all the activities, lunch, etc. The boat was lovely and spacious enough for our group (although we did have a smaller group size) and the menu was very extensive, with cocktails and egg coffee. Overall I'd definitely recommend this tour!
A lovely day on the water.
LiHer233,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Overall a good day. Left on time, staff friendly and helpful. Tony and Windy kept things running smoothly. Lunch was ample and dietary accommodations were no problem. Activities were as described. I am not sure about the 'avoid the crowds part' as although I have no comparison I feel many boats were on the same plan. Probably could leave that off the description.
Amazing experience in Hu Long Bay
OnAir55265760467,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Probably the best nature I have ever seen a Absolut most do in Vietnam the food was great our guides Tony and Windy where great and the View was amazing
Great daytime experience. Worth every penny! ☀️🇻🇳
karinwD9830VW,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had the best time today, such a fun day with the nicest group of people too. Jack (or lunaa 😄) has well knowledge about the history of Vietnam and could explain it very properly. It gave me inspiration to read more about the Vietnam/Asian history as well. Many thanks for this day! Greetings, Karin, NL on board of Jack Team 240326 💪🏻
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