All 8 options, side by side
✓ 2026-09-28| Option | Price | Per person | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lan Ha Bay & Ha Long: Full Day Boat Trip with Kayak & LunchBest value | US$ 24 p.p. | US$ 24 | 8h | 4.63★ · 70 | free | — |
| Kayaking in Lan Ha Bay from Cat Ba: 3 caves and swimming | US$ 27 p.p. | US$ 27 | 8h | 4.77★ · 62 | free | — |
| Cat Ba Day Cruise: Lan Ha Bay, Kayaking & Monkey Island | US$ 31 p.p. | US$ 31 | 8h | 4.91★ · 216 | free | — |
| Cat Ba to Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay: Full-Day Cruise with Kayaking | US$ 35 p.p. | US$ 35 | 9h | 4.92★ · 593 | free | — |
| Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay: Kayak, Fishing Villages & LunchTop rated | US$ 35 p.p. | US$ 35 | 8h | 4.93★ · 356 | free | — |
| Cat Ba: Lan Ha Bay Luxury Cruise with Kayaking & Water Slide | US$ 35 p.p. | US$ 35 | 8h–9h | 4.87★ · 192 | free | — |
| Cat Ba day cruise and night kayak: Bioluminescent paddle | US$ 65 p.p. | US$ 65 | 13h | 4.93★ · 28 | free | — |
| Cat Ba & Lan Ha Bay: 3-Day Kayak, Trek & Boat Tour Quiet AreasOur pick | US$ 366 p.p. | US$ 366 | 3d | 4.92★ · 149 | free | — |
Real price per person across the 8 options: US$ 24–US$ 366 (median US$ 35). With 100+ reviews: 5 of 8.
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Cat Ba to Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay: Full-Day Cruise with KayakingYou start with hotel pickup from Hanoi at 6am, reach Cat Ba by 8:30am, then spend the day on a small-group boat moving between two UNESCO bays. Kayak through three caves, snorkel in calm lagoons, visit a working fishing village and fish farm, and eat fresh seafood lunch on deck. Life jackets, snorkel gear, and all entrance fees are included. The boat returns to Cat Ba in the late afternoon.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see both Lan Ha and Ha Long in one day without arranging boats, gear, or meals yourself — the fixed schedule and inclusions handle all of it. Plan for a full day out from 6am to evening, which is what makes covering two bays and three caves possible.
Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay: Kayak, Fishing Villages & LunchYou’ll paddle through Lan Ha & Ha Long Bay’s quietest corners with a local guide, visit Cai Beo fishing village, kayak hidden caves, swim at remote Ba Trai Dao Beach, and share lunch on deck as the bay glows around you. Expect laughter, salt spray, and moments you’ll replay long after you’re home.
Cat Ba Day Cruise: Lan Ha Bay, Kayaking & Monkey IslandYou spend a full day on the water exploring Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay, kayaking through caves, swimming at a secluded beach, and hiking to the top of Monkey Island. Lunch and all gear — kayak, snorkel, entrance fees — are included, and your guide speaks English throughout. The boat picks you up from Cat Ba and returns you by late afternoon.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want the main Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay highlights — kayaking, swimming, caves, and wildlife — without arranging transport, gear, or a guide yourself. The fixed itinerary and included lunch mean you show up at the harbor and spend the day on the water instead of planning logistics.
Cat Ba: Lan Ha Bay Luxury Cruise with Kayaking & Water SlideYou board a luxury cruise at 8am from your Cat Ba hotel and spend nine hours exploring Lan Ha Bay's limestone islets, kayaking hidden lagoons, and swimming in clear water. Lunch and afternoon tea are included, as are the jacuzzi and water slide if you want them. The boat returns you to your hotel by 5:30pm, with all transport, entry fees and equipment handled.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full day on the water without arranging transport, tickets, meals or equipment yourself — the fixed schedule and all-inclusive pricing mean you show up at your hotel at 8am and don't think about logistics again until evening.
Cat Ba & Lan Ha Bay: 3-Day Kayak, Trek & Boat Tour Quiet AreasYou’ll paddle under rock arches in Lan Ha Bay, cycle through rice paddies to Viet Hai village, sleep on a boat in silent lagoons, and share home-cooked meals with locals. The days are full of small surprises—like squid fishing at night or misty views from Navy Peak—and you’ll leave feeling like you’ve actually lived here for a bit.
Lan Ha Bay & Ha Long: Full Day Boat Trip with Kayak & LunchYou’ll float through Lan Ha Bay past Cai Beo village, kayak under rock arches into quiet lagoons, swim at wild beaches and share a fresh Vietnamese lunch on deck. Expect laughter with your local guide and moments of real calm between adventures—this day trip leaves you lighter than you arrived.
Kayaking in Lan Ha Bay from Cat Ba: 3 caves and swimmingA full-day boat trip from Cat Ba takes you to Lan Ha Bay and the southern edge of Ha Long Bay, where you kayak through three tunnel caves, swim at multiple beaches, and dive to see coral reefs. The boat picks you up from your hotel at 7:30 am, returns you by late afternoon, and includes lunch cooked on board, all kayak gear, masks and dry bags, and entrance fees; an English or Vietnamese-speaking guide leads the group.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to visit multiple secluded beaches and paddle through caves in a single day—the itinerary combines both activities in one trip, whereas most options focus on one or the other.
Cat Ba day cruise and night kayak: Bioluminescent paddleA 13-hour day and night tour of Cat Ba combines cruising through Lan Ha Bay's karst islands with kayaking into hidden lagoons, tunnels and archways, plus a night paddle where every stroke lights up the water with bioluminescence. The boat visits Cai Beo fishing village and less-touristed stops like Ba Trai Dao Beach and Vung Vieng; lunch and dinner with a fisherman are included, and groups stay small—maximum 30 on the day boat and 8 for the night kayak. A live English-speaking guide leads all activities.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a small group—the night kayak caps at 8 people—and you're drawn to the bioluminescence more than the crowds. The 13-hour day is full, so it suits travelers with a single day to spend and the fitness to paddle, swim and sit on a boat without breaks. Skip it if you need a shorter outing or prefer to stay on land.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 8 of the 8 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Cat Ba & Lan Ha Bay: 3-Day Kayak, Trek & Boat Tour Quiet Areas is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.92 out of 5 across 149 reviews.
