Cat Ba: 1D Lan Ha Bay Cruise, Kayaking, SUP & Biking

Highlights

• Enjoy a relaxed small-group cruise with just 15–20 guests on a 50-seat boat
• Cruise past Cai Beo fishing village and its floating fish farms
• Explore scenic waterways by kayak and enjoy stand-up paddleboarding
• Savor a Vietnamese lunch on board and explore Viet Hai village
• Swim or relax among spectacular limestone islands, depending on conditions

Description

08:00–08:30: Hotel Pickup and Transfer

Meet your tour guide at your hotel in central Cat Ba Town. Transfer to Beo Pier, where you will meet your guide and board the boat.

08:30–09:30: Cruise through Lan Ha Bay

Begin your journey across the beautiful waters of Lan Ha Bay. Pass Cai Beo fishing village, observe floating fish farms, and enjoy views of the surrounding limestone islands.

09:30–11:30: Kayaking and Water Activities at Dark & Bright Cave

Explore the spectacular limestone landscapes of Bright and Dark Cave by kayak, paddling through peaceful waterways surrounded by towering cliffs and lush greenery. Keep your eyes open along the way! If you're lucky, you may spot the Cat Ba langur, a rare and endangered primate listed in the Red Book. Enjoy this unique opportunity to discover the natural beauty and wildlife of Lan Ha Bay while following your guide's instructions.

Guests can also enjoy complimentary stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). Four boards are available and will be shared in rotating sessions, depending on demand and safe water conditions.

11:30–12:30: Vietnamese Lunch on Board

Enjoy a Vietnamese lunch on the boat while taking in the peaceful scenery of the bay.

12:30–14:30: Explore Viet Hai Village

Continue to Viet Hai village to discover the rural landscape and local way of life on Cat Ba Island. Explore the village by bicycle or electric vehicle, according to the confirmed tour arrangements.

14:30–15:30: Swimming and Relaxation

Enjoy a swimming stop when conditions permit, or relax on board and admire the surrounding limestone islands. Additional SUP sessions may take place if time and conditions allow.

15:30–17:00 | Scenic Cruise and Return

Cruise back towards Beo Pier, enjoying the scenery along the way. Transfer back to your hotel or the confirmed drop-off point in central Cat Ba Town.

Please note: All times are approximate. The captain and tour operator may adjust the itinerary, activity locations, or order of stops according to tides, weather, sea conditions, and operational requirements.

Includes

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Boat trip around Lan Ha Bay
• Tour guide
• Kayaking equipment, SUP boards, and life jackets
• Full Vietnamese lunch, with a vegetarian menu available
• Dry bags and towels
• Bicycle in Viet Hai Village
• Passenger insurance

Excludes

• Drinks and beverages unless specifically stated as included
• Personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities
• Additional services or activities not listed under “What's included”
• Transfers outside the confirmed pickup and drop-off area
• Any additional charges arising from optional services not included in the booking

Important Information

• In case of extreme weather conditions, such as heavy rain, thunderstorms, or a typhoon, if the local authorities do not grant permission for the boat to depart, the cruise will not be able to operate. In this situation, we will provide you with a full refund. Your safety is our top priority

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund