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Cruise Lan Ha Bay, kayak with glowing plankton, swim hidden lagoons, bike jungle trails in Viet Hai, and chill with monkeys on a tropical island or hiking Navi peak

Highlights

• We organize trips to the most beautiful places in Lan Ha Bay with less touristy
• Activities: hiking, bioluminescent night kayaking, day cruise visit LanHa Bay
• Guests will witness all the life and experiences of the local people
• Enjoy authentic Vietnamese meals onboard and join a fun hands-on cooking class
• Relax, swim, and cliff-jump at one of the most pristine beaches in the bay.

Description

Day 1: Ninh Binh – Lan Ha Bay – Bioluminescent Night Kayak (L, D) 07:00 Pickup from your hotel in Ninh Binh ( free pick up in Tam Coc & Ninh Binh central area) 11:30 - 11:45 Arrive at Ben Beo Pier, where your tour guide will provide entrance tickets for Lan Ha Bay.Board the boat and begin your cruise through the stunning Lan Ha Bay. 12:00 Enjoy a freshly prepared Vietnamese lunch onboard, lovingly cooked by our local crew (vegetarian options available). Dine while taking in the breathtaking scenery of Halong Bay. 14:30 Explore the pristine lagoon area of Lan Ha Bay by kayak. Paddle through the Dark and Bright Caves, natural tunnels, and majestic archways. With luck, you may even spot the rare Cat Ba Langur (golden-headed monkey). 16:30 Stop at Ba Trai Dao Beach for swimming and jumping from the boat. This beach is remote, quiet, and less touristy 17:30 Visit a local floating fish farm to learn how fishermen live and work on the water. Join a hands-on cooking class onboard, where you'll learn to prepare traditional Vietnamese dishes. 19:30 As the sun sets, experience the enchantment of bioluminescent plankton. Join our guide for a special kayaking session in areas glowing with natural light. You may also swim under the stars and watch your silhouette sparkle in the dark water. Dinner will be served on the boat. 20:00 Arrive at Viet Hai Village, located around 10 kilometers from Cat Ba Town. Nestled in the heart of the jungle, this charming village is surrounded by lush forest, towering mountains, and serene natural beauty. Day 2: Discover Viet Hai Village – Monkey Island / Navy Peak (B, L) 06:30 Enjoy a hearty breakfast at our restaurant. 07:30 Hop on a bicycle and cycle around Viet Hai Village. Take in the fresh mountain air, scenic views, and try a fun fish massage in the natural stream. 08:30 Check out of your room. We’ll return to Viet Hai Pier and set sail once more toward Monkey Island. 09:30 Arrive at Monkey Island. Relax and swim on the sandy beach, interact with playful monkeys, or take a short trek up to the island’s viewpoint for a panoramic view of Lan Ha Bay. 10:30 Lunch is served onboard as we cruise back toward the harbor. 11:30 Arrive at Cai Beo Harbor. IN CASE MONKEY ISLAND IS CLOSED BY THE LOCAL AUTHORITIES, WE WILL SWITCH THE ACTIVITY TO HIKING AT NAVY PEAK. PLEASE KINDLY CHECK THE ITINERARY BELOW FOR DETAILS. 06:30 Enjoy a hearty breakfast at our restaurant. 07:30 Hop on a bicycle and cycle around Viet Hai Village. Following our tour guide you will do trekking and hiking in Navy Peak to see the overview of Cat Ba national park. If we have time we can climb to the top of the mountain for a panoramic view of Lan Ha bay, Halong bay and Cat Ba national park. Back to the village and try a fun fish massage in the natural stream. 10:30 Check out the room, our golf car will pick you up from Viet Hai village to Viet Hai harbor, boarding and back to Ben Beo harbor. Lunch on board while the time go back 11:30-11:45: Arrival Beo harbor.

Includes

Pick up from your hotel in Ninh Binh central and Tam Coc area/ Drop off Cat Ba town Entrance tickets English speaking tour guide All meals on the trip (1-breakfast, 2-lunch, 1-dinner) Kayaking, Swimming, visit Floating village, night kayaking Private room jungle bungalow (2-4 people/room)

Important Information

• Hiking Notification: The hiking trip will take approximately 1 hours for a round trip. This trail is situated at the top of the hill, so it may be muddy and slippery, especially after rainfall. Night Kayaking Notification: The experience of night kayaking to see bioluminescent plankton can vary in its beauty depending on various factors such as humidity, temperature, moonlight, and more. Nevertheless, it promises to be a truly captivating and cool experience.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund