Hanoi- Cat Ba 2D1N: Hike Cat Ba National Park& Explore Lan Ha Bay

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Why we love it?

This 2 Days 1 Night Adventure in Cat Ba National Park offers an active and immersive experience combining trekking, kayaking, and cultural interaction. You’ll trek to Navy Peak within the park, enjoying lush greenery and panoramic views, then stay overnight in Viet Hai Village to connect with local life and traditional hospitality. The journey also includes a full-day boat trip through Lan Ha Bay, known for its tranquil waters, limestone karsts, and secluded beaches, providing a quieter alternative to Halong Bay. Additional activities like biking, swimming, and a plankton bioluminescent night kayak add variety to this nature-focused itinerary, with meals included and hotel transfers from Hanoi’s Old Quarter or Ninh Binh. This tour suits travelers interested in outdoor adventure, wildlife, and authentic cultural experiences in northern Vietnam.

Inclusions

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Pick up & drop off from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter/ Ninh Binh
  • Entrance tickets, Floating village, Experienced English-speaking tour guide
  • Activities: Biking, Trekking, Kayaking, Swimming, Plankton Bioluminescent night kayak
  • Private room jungle bungalow (2-4 people/room)
  • Explore the most stunning of Cat Ba National Park, Viet Hai Village & Lan Ha Bay
  • All meals on the trip (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner)

Exclusions

  • Personal Expenses & Beverages
  • Holiday surcharge & All other services not clearly mentioned above

Itinerary

Day 1

Hanoi - Lan Ha Bay - Navy Peak - Plankton Bioluminescent Night Kayak (L, D)

  • 7:30. Picking up from the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter area and departure to Cat Ba Island by Expressway.

  • 11:30. We will arrive at Ben Beo pier in Cat Ba island. The pier for fishman and tourist boats to visit Lan Ha Bay, just 2km from the town.

  • 12:00-12:30. We will pick you up at Ben Beo harbor and transfer by fast canoe to our lovely homestay in Viet Hai village. The Village is on Cat Ba island, around 10 kilometers away from Cat Ba town. its position in the midst of Cat Ba’s jungle, meaning that it’s surrounded by lush forests, mountains and picturesque scenery. Have a delicious Vietnamese meal.
    Afternoon. 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.
    18:30. Enjoy local dinner at our restaurant.

  • 18:30. Enjoy local dinner at our restaurant.
    After that, Our tour guide will take you on a night-time kayak on Lan Ha Bay to see Bioluminescent plankton sparkling and the local village activities at night.
    Overnight at our homestay!

  • Overnight at homestay in Viet Hai Village

Day 2

Viet Hai village - Discover Lan Ha Bay full day by boat - Hanoi (B, L)

  • 7:30. Enjoy the breakfast at our restaurant

    8:45 Our golf car will pick you up from Viet Hai village to Viet Hai harbor

    9:00 We will arrive at Viet Hai Pier and our tour guide will give you the entrance tickets for Lan Ha Bay and HaLong bay. The tickets are included in the tour price.

  • 9:15. Board the boat to Lan Ha Bay. At first, the boat will sail around Lan Ha Bay. The bay itself is spectacular, with towers of limestone rocks rising from the sea, sailing to thousands of karst towers with many unique shapes (chopsticks and seals).

  • 10:30. We will discover the natural lagoon area belonging to Lan Ha Bay by kayaking through Dark and Bright Caves, tunnels, and archways. This is the most beautiful lagoon in Lan Ha Bay for kayaking activities and also the conservation area. If you are lucky you will see Cat Ba langurs (Golden-headed monkeys)

  • 12:30. The boat drops anchor at the border of Lan Ha Bay and HaLong Bay for lunch.

    The lunch is freshly cooked and served in Vietnamese style by the local crews on board (vegetarian dishes for a choice). Enjoy lunch while cruising through magnificent Halong Bay, admiring the fascinating rock formations in the bay.
    13:30. Afterwards, the boat continues to sail off Southern Ha Long Bay

  • 14:30 Swimming and jumping from the boat at Ba Trai Dao Beach which is very natural, remote, quiet and less-touristy. We can discover the temple beach, more lagoons and arches.

    15:00 After swimming, we will visit a local fish farm where you will see how local fishermen live on the water and how they farm the fish

    15:30 Our boat will be cruising back to the pier. Enjoy the magical sunset withlocal drinks as the boat comes back to the harbor.

  • 16:00. The bus will pick you up to go back to Hanoi.
    Around 20:00: Arrive at Hanoi Old Quarter.

  • Not included

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have a dietary requirement, kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking. We will pick up all the guests at the hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter. Kindly provide the hotel name and address in Hanoi Old Quarter for pick-up arrangements, check your email or WhatsApp once you book the tour to confirm your pick up time and more details.

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 2 days before start

Non-refundable after 2 days before start

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