Ha Long Bay: 2-Day Party Cruise with Kayak & Titop Island

Summary

Kayaking caves, late-night laughs & sunrise views in Ha Long Bay

You’ll jump into Ha Long Bay from a party cruise deck, kayak through Luon Cave, play volleyball or hike Titop Island, share food and laughs with travelers—and wake up to sunrise views before learning to roll Vietnamese spring rolls together. Expect late-night music, local guides who keep things lively, and moments that stick long after you’ve left.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to be nervous about jumping off a boat, but there I was—standing at the edge of the Oasis Bay Party Cruise in Ha Long Bay, trying not to overthink it. Someone behind me (Tom? Tim? Never caught his name) yelled “Just go!” and suddenly I was in the water, cold and fizzy with laughter. The air smelled like salt and sunscreen, and our guide Linh cheered from the deck. It’s weird how quickly you forget you’re surrounded by limestone islands that look like they belong in a painting—until you’re floating on your back staring up at them.

The first afternoon blurred into kayaking through Luon Cave (my arms are still sore), then volleyball on Titop Island’s beach. Sand everywhere—my shoes will never recover. Some people hiked up to the top for the view; I stayed below with a few others, watching local kids try to teach us Vietnamese words between games. Li laughed when I tried to say “xin chào”—I probably butchered it. Dinner was this mix of Vietnamese and Western dishes (I went back for seconds of something with lemongrass), and then the real party started: karaoke, cheap drinks at the bar (happy hour is dangerous), and music until way too late. The keyword “Ha Long Bay cruise” doesn’t really cover how loud or silly it got. I think someone did a Spice Girls song at 2am?

Waking up wasn’t pretty—coffee helped—but breakfast on deck with that morning haze felt almost peaceful. There was a cooking demo where we made spring rolls together; mine fell apart but nobody cared. Packing up was bittersweet. People swapped Instagrams over farewell lunch before we got shuttled back to Hanoi Old Quarter. The whole thing had this messy, friendly energy—I still think about that view from the water at sunset, orange light bouncing off everyone’s faces as Linh passed around fruit juice. Not sure I’ll ever get all the sand out of my bag.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Travel to Halong Bay and activities

• Pick up in Hanoi Old Quarter
• Short break en route
• Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor dock
• Board Oasis cruise and welcome drink
• Enjoy lunch on the cruise
• Kayak to explore Luon Cave
• Swim at Titop Island
• Hike to Titop Mountain summit
• Play volleyball on the beach
• Relax and sunbathe on sundeck
• Sunset party with drinks
• Dinner with Vietnamese and Western dishes
• Join evening games and karaoke

Day 2 — Morning activities and return to Hanoi

• Breakfast on the cruise
• Check out and settle bill
• Cooking demonstration of Vietnamese dishes
• Farewell lunch including prepared dish
• Meet shuttle bus at dock
• Return to Hanoi and hotel drop-off

Top questions

Is pickup included for this Ha Long Bay party cruise?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off in Hanoi Old Quarter are included.

What activities are offered during the Oasis Bay Party Cruise?

You can kayak Luon Cave, swim or hike on Titop Island, play volleyball on the beach, join evening games and karaoke parties.

Are meals provided during the 2-day Ha Long Bay cruise?

Yes—lunches, dinner, breakfast and some drinks (tea/coffee at breakfast) are included.

Do solo travelers get their own cabin?

No—solo travelers are placed in a shared twin cabin unless otherwise arranged.

Is there a cooking class on board?

Yes—a cooking demonstration is held where guests learn to make Vietnamese spring rolls.

What time does the bar close on the Oasis Bay Party Cruise?

The bar closes at 4:00 AM.

How do I get back to Hanoi after the cruise?

A shuttle bus returns guests to hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter after disembarkation.

What’s included

Your trip includes roundtrip shuttle transfers between Hanoi Old Quarter and Ha Long Bay; all sightseeing entrance fees; overnight accommodation in an air-conditioned cabin (shared or private); kayaking equipment; all main meals including both Vietnamese and Western options; tea and coffee during breakfast; a sunset party with fruit juice; an English-speaking local guide; plus extras like volleyball gear and an onboard cooking demo before heading home.