Lan Ha - Ha Long Bay - Dau Be island 2D/1N from Cat Ba in less touristy areas.
Overview
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2 days
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Our boats start from Cat Ba island, which is more beautiful and more interesting than Ha Long city. We avoid the crowd, take you to wonderful areas that less touristy, you can enjoy nice landscapes, real natural, clear water, secluded beaches.
Our boats anchor at pocket lagoons for staying overnight.
Our local guides are all experienced and enthusiastic, and will help you to discover the bay and take care of you during the trip.
-We do a lot of different trips than other tour companies. It is well worth the money with nicer itineraries (more time kayaking, swimming each day), and we cruise further to amazing landscapes in less touristy areas. You also have more time on the boat, not like a 24 hours tour by other companies.
Join us, you will start the trip at 11.00 of Day 1 and finish at 15.00 of Day 2. What should be better?
-The trip can be flexibly changed due to customer's demands, the weather and the tide as well.
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
Floating fishing village - Lan Ha Bay - Kayaking to Bat cave, Dark cave, Bright cave and sleeping on the boat.
Accommodations
Sleep on the boat
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Lan Ha Bay
11.00 - 11.30: Take a minibus for 5 minutes from our office to the pier. Sometimes we take small junk for easy cruising and anchoring the harbor. The boat number 1: Lan Ha 25 Junk After lunch, we will move to the sleeping boat Cat Ba Ventures around 13:45 pm (we change boats in the bay). -The boat number 11: Cat Ba Ventures on our website. Cruise around Lan Ha Bay. Visit amazing landscapes and a floating fishing village. You will see the daily life of the fisherman on the bay. Swim at deserted beach. (Snorkeling is optional with equipment included) 12.30: Having lunch on the boat. Kayaking 1 and half - 2 hours through the rock arch to hidden lagoons and tunnels to discover Bat cave and Bright Cave. Keep cruising to Ha Long Bay to sightseeing the most beautiful landscapes at less touristy areas. Enjoy the sunset on the bay. 19.00: Dinner and overnight on the boat. Optional squid fishing at night.
Ha Long Bay, Cong Tau lagoon, Dau Be island, Ho Ba Ham, Ba Trai Dao, Lan Ha Bay.
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
Free coffee and tea for breakfast
Tien Ong Cave
- After breakfast, we keep cruising to discover another side of Ha Long Bay and Cong Tau lagoon. You can enjoy the beauty of hundreds of limestone islands in less touristy areas. Visit Dau Be Island, then relax on a deserted beach. Kayaking to discover Ho Ba Ham (3 hidden lagoons). - After lunch we will cruise to another part of Lan Ha Bay. - Return to Cat Ba Town at 15.00 - 15.30 (You can catch the last bus or speed boat at 16h to go back to mainland or stay another night in Cat Ba). Please note: The trip can be flexibly changed due to customer's demands, the weather and the tide as well. From May, 2026, our tour will finish at 12pm.
What‘s Included
Kayak, dry bag, headlamp, snorkel gear
Breakfast (1), fruits, water
Entrance fees
Dinner
Drinks
Options
Lan Ha - Ha Long Bay - Dau Be island 2D/1N from Cat Ba in less touristy areas.
Solo traveller + 65$ at office
Boat accommodation: If you are 1 people, you will share a twin bedroom. If you want private room you will pay 65$ more before the trip starts.
Reviews
3,582 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing time
N9433ITjeroenv,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing two days as part of the Tony family! Everything was very good explained, the food was very tasty. Our guide Tony was very funny, friendly and could speak english very well! He even took pictures with his camera, took drone footage and showed us some magic tricks. We had a blast. Thanks for everything. Jeroen and Jodie
Great boat trip with Ben & co
th odoreb2026,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was great. The food was really tasty and diverse, the boat and the room were really clean and cozy. And most importantly the whole crew was really kind and helpful and the guide, Ben, was really amazing, took lots of time to answer our questions and was always willing to help and give us information about anything.
Unforgettable Lan Ha Bay Experience with an Amazing Guide (Tony!)
joanas865,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing 2-day, 1-night tour of Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay, and it exceeded all our expectations. The itinerary was perfectly planned, combining relaxation and adventure. We explored beautiful, less crowded areas, visited floating fishing villages, swam at secluded beaches, and went kayaking through hidden lagoons and caves , relly an unforgettable experience. The overnight stay on the boat was peaceful, with a stunning sunset and a very comfortable cabin. What really made the trip special, though, was our guide Tony. He was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and genuine. He created such a great atmosphere for the whole group, making everything fun and engaging while also sharing interesting insights about the area and local life. We especially appreciated his kindness and honesty throughout the trip. The organization was smooth, the food was great, and everything felt well taken care of. We highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to experience the beauty of Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay in a more authentic and less touristy wayx and if you can, ask for Tony as your guide! Thank you again for such a memorable experience. — Joana & Nicolas
10/10 trip
K8095EYchiarap,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great experience and I highly recommend it! Ben was a knowledgeable and super friendly guide, I would give him a 10/10🤩🤩
Excellent
Maikel Koopman,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful cruise with a small group and excellent guide Ninh. We loved the food, kayaking and swimming in places which felt very quiet and far away from the crowds.
Awesome tour, awesome views, awesome group.
Craig M,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Tony was funny and very knowledgeable. His English was great and told us a lot about the area and Vietnam in general. The kayaking and views were absolutely sensational.
2 day cruise with Tony
F7727OZsamuele,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really great cruise exploring Lan Ha bay. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a relaxing experience with great people. Special thanks to Tony our guide for being so friendly and making the experience unforgettable
Awesome Jack (Sparrow) :)
goginkas,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jack was an awesome guide! He made the whole experience fun, easy, and memorable. Highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great local perspective! :)
A beautiful adventure
H408FDalexn,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience with Cat Ba Ventures & handsome Jack! He was very knowledgeable about the area and the Vietnamese people and his English was fantastic. Jack (and Cat Ba Ventures) took us to really quiet, picturesque spots where we were the first tourists of the day. Food was delicious and lots of options for seafood and non-seafood eaters alike. There were no vegetarians within our group but said they could accommodate this if there were. We did some sea kayaking and cave exploring, as well as opportunities to swim from the boat to land. Really well planned and thought out! Overall a beautiful experience and would highly recommend to anyone visiting Vietnam.
Thank you Hang
Bastien R,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The cruise was perfect. The places we go to are authentic and far from the tourist mass of Ha Long Bay. Our guide, HABG, has been great, full of energy and speaks outstanding English!
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