Construction going on atm until 2030 at the front but if you take scooter you see beautiful beaches and coast - it’s just one part of the island when there’s so many other wonderful treasures that the island offers

Lots of construction on main beach - no access to beach and a sky full of cranes….id give this place a miss till they finish the work over the next 5 years. We stayed long enough to do a bay day tour (excellent) but the vibe on the main drag sort of ruined it we left a day early

I excepted more, but Cat Ba island is not really what I thought. Everything in the main island is quite basic, constructions, overpriced restaurants, not good quality seafood (some still nice but not all),… Only thing I can enjoy more is going to see the sea with the boat tour: nice sea with sunny light, you can take nice pictures and can go swimming there too, visit some caves bypass,… Think 3 days is enough to visit there.

Amazing experience in my life time . Thanks for preserving it . Enjoyed each and every moment starting from yatch cruise , swimming , banana boat ride

Beautiful island but massive construction projects, lack of infrastructure general confusion makes it not worth visiting right now Insanely noisy do to huge construction project larger than the existing city. Every cruise or tour I scheduled got cancelled (4 in a row) so unless you’re planning on just eating, drinking and listening to jackhammers all day probably avoid it for now.

I really like this place very beautiful and peaceful, on the main island of Cat Ba there is a small town, but quite modern. People here live by seafaring and tourism, they are trying to catch up with the hustle and bustle of tourists from outside arriving on the island. However, the service here is not always good, when experiencing the restaurant here you should pay the price before ordering.

A picturesque place. Peaceful calm, ideally for both couples and family. Best part is it is also very budget friendly. You can spend a week in less than 500 dollars for a couple while staying in good hotels and good food

This beautiful place is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s a full-day excursion tour with many magnificent caves to explore. The breathtaking scenes are accompanied by various activities to enjoy. It’s a must-visit destination for anyone looking to add a touch of adventure to their bucket list.

I recently visited Ha Long Bay, and it was an unforgettable experience. The sheer beauty of the limestone karsts rising dramatically from the emerald green waters is absolutely mesmerizing. The scenery feels like something out of a dream. I opted for a day cruise, which allowed us to explore the caves, enjoy kayaking, and relax while taking in the serene surroundings. Sung Sot Cave was an incredible highlight with its impressive stalactites and stalagmites. The boat ride was comfortable, and the staff were friendly and accommodating, making the entire experience even more enjoyable. If you have more time, I highly recommend the overnight cruises, which I plan to do next time. One small downside was the number of tourists in certain areas, but it didn’t take away from the overall beauty and tranquility of the place. The local food served on the boat was fresh and flavorful, adding an authentic Vietnamese touch to the trip. If you’re visiting Vietnam, Ha Long Bay is a destination you simply cannot miss. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site for a reason, and it truly lives up to the hype!

Must see in Vietnam- despite it is so turisted. Were on a luxury cruise which was a great experience in it self - but I assume all boats give the same tours and the nature is stunning.

Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in northern Vietnam, is one of the country's most iconic natural wonders and a must-visit destination for any traveler. I recently had the opportunity to explore this breathtaking bay, and I can confidently say it captivated my heart with its stunning landscapes and rich cultural experiences. The first thing that strikes you about Ha Long Bay is its remarkable beauty. The bay is dotted with over 1,600 limestone islands and islets, many of which are covered in lush greenery. The sight of these towering karsts rising dramatically from the emerald waters is simply awe-inspiring. Whether viewed from a boat, a kayak, or the shore, the scenery is breathtaking and offers numerous photographic opportunities. A visit to Ha Long Bay is often best experienced through a cruise. There are various options available, from day trips to overnight excursions on luxury junks. I opted for an overnight cruise, and it was one of the highlights of my trip. The crew was incredibly attentive, and the accommodation was comfortable, creating the perfect ambiance for relaxation. The daily itinerary included visits to hidden caves, swimming in the bay, and enjoying sumptuous meals featuring fresh seafood while watching the sunset over the water. Apart from cruise activities, Ha Long Bay offers plenty of opportunities for adventure and exploration. Kayaking through the bay’s smaller lagoons and caves was a thrilling experience that allowed me to get closer to the stunning rock formations.

Very nice place. A must see when you come to Vietnam. I recommend the minimum 2 nights stay as most of the people only take one night and don’t get to see the most beautiful places. In the first day you only get to see the most crowded places. In the next day we went to a remote location and enjoyed some nice views and activities.

Superb scenery. Tourist attractions packed but was to be expected. Stay a night and take in the amazing surroundings first thing in the morning. Choose your cruise carefully!

Ha Long Bay is indeed one of Vietnam's most iconic and popular tourist destinations, attracting travelers from all around the world. With its stunning view from different cave and emerald waters, it's no wonder it draws such a large crowds. Lots of fun activities like kayaking, walking up the stairs to see sun song cave, Tip top island, beach etc. lots of boat sailing on the ha long bay island.

Good place to spend time with friends

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(Translated by Google) Kaiba plays football leisurely and contentedly (Original) 海馬悠閒自得地踢足球

I Really Loved the island in dao Co to get the Hiking trail vendor's beach 🏖

If you have enough money and time and don't need anything more than beach lounging and a little exploration, then you have a couple of options. Some people prefer to go for a quick day trip, leaving early in the morning on the first ferry from the mainland (around 8:30 AM), hoping to check in early and drop off their luggage upon arrival. However, most hotels have strict check-in and check-out times, and rooms may not be available until around 12-1:00 PM. So, you may find yourself waiting, killing time, and hoping that other guests will check out soon so you can get your room. If you're not traveling overnight, you can arrive on the island, drop off your luggage, rent a motorbike for sightseeing, have lunch, and then check in later. If the hotel has rooms available, you might be able to check in early, but if not, there's usually no compensation from the hotel as check-in and check-out times are standard policies. During the rest of your time on the island, from noon on day 1 to noon on day 2, you can explore various spots on Cô Tô Island. If you're feeling adventurous, you can even visit Cô Tô Con for some Instagram-worthy photo ops, but then you'll have to pack up, check out, and head back to the port. If you manage to avoid excessive BBQ and alcohol consumption, you should be able to wake up the next day in good shape. However, if you overindulge, you might find yourself sleeping in, having breakfast, doing some last-minute sightseeing, and then heading back. Many people will tell you that this limited time is all you have, so make the most of it. However, it's entirely up to you to decide how you want to spend your time based on your preferences and conditions.

Very beautifull island, quite, peaceful.

Such a great island, the streets are super clean because the governor and resident are seriously in protecting the environtment as saying no with plastic things, moreover, the people are friendly, the air is fresh, the scenery view are extrodary. I highly recommend you visit that island once.

very good island with beautiful beaches. Food is cheap .

Excellent scenery. Good seafood, nice people. However long transportation time. If you go from Hanoi at 6am, you will be there about 4pm. But it’s worth.

Ok

Bad experience in booking. The lord land forces us to reserve meal in the hotel.

Great location- very Close to the beach, green and spacious…. Fresh seafood! Chill swimming pool view. Friendly , good choice for family vacation

If you prefer to see and enjoying natural beach, here is the one of best place, you could experience strong or less waves in different beach in this island. local people friendly honestly and openly. Seafood fresh at very good price, you can buy the fress seafood in local market and ask restaurant help you to cook. Also could bring your food and drinks to the restaurant and they ask for only 2usd services charge. I love this place and will come back again with my honey to enjoy the peaceful natural romantic place.

Quan Lan is not good destination to travel there in "winter" (till May). There is "nothing". Even in this hotel. In summer it can be good and a woman in recepcion is kind. She was our first englishspeaking person we met in Vietnam (we traveled Nort-part most). Hotel was not good quality. First look is great. Big restaurant, swimming pool,.. But - water from sink goes everywhere, some lights were out of order, flor was not clean (we tried 3 rooms). They tried to make rooms clean, but not well. For me it was worse vietnamist standard hotel. But in summer it can be different! On whole island there was NO ONE to rent a bike or kayak. I went into each house to ask, but nothing. There was nothing to do. At the south part of island there is a harbour and town, but after this is one road, 8 km through "nothing" to get to Minh Chau. Beaches were nice. We found many (50) of jellyfish at the beach, white sand, millions of shells, clams,.. in some parts of island we found lovely carnivores. There was not many restaurants with delicious seafood - we met only two in this part of island. In Minh Chau Beach Resort was everything very expensive (start from fried rice - 100 vnd) and nearby kiosk with fried rice for 30 vnd (with seafood stuff). One day is too much for this area.

Wonderful beaches!white sand, blue water with long beaches.very clean.excellance vocation here.much better if you go by bike for easy move from one beach to another.you can rent a bike here 200.000vnd/day, 15usd.Good seafoods. Quiet and uncrowded.bãi biển đẹp, cát trắng mịn.nước trong.thuê xe máy 200k/ngày

I came here yesterday for the first time and I was overwhelmed by the beautiful view and nice attitude from the staff, People in here were super friendly, the service was good. Definitely will go here next time for my vacation

need to improve room and food service, but people friendly, outdoor place very nice. should bring anti mosquito cream.

This beautiful place is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s a full-day excursion tour with many magnificent caves to explore. The breathtaking scenes are accompanied by various activities to enjoy. It’s a must-visit destination for anyone looking to add a touch of adventure to their bucket list.

I recently visited Ha Long Bay, and it was an unforgettable experience. The sheer beauty of the limestone karsts rising dramatically from the emerald green waters is absolutely mesmerizing. The scenery feels like something out of a dream. I opted for a day cruise, which allowed us to explore the caves, enjoy kayaking, and relax while taking in the serene surroundings. Sung Sot Cave was an incredible highlight with its impressive stalactites and stalagmites. The boat ride was comfortable, and the staff were friendly and accommodating, making the entire experience even more enjoyable. If you have more time, I highly recommend the overnight cruises, which I plan to do next time. One small downside was the number of tourists in certain areas, but it didn’t take away from the overall beauty and tranquility of the place. The local food served on the boat was fresh and flavorful, adding an authentic Vietnamese touch to the trip. If you’re visiting Vietnam, Ha Long Bay is a destination you simply cannot miss. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site for a reason, and it truly lives up to the hype!

Must see in Vietnam- despite it is so turisted. Were on a luxury cruise which was a great experience in it self - but I assume all boats give the same tours and the nature is stunning.

Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in northern Vietnam, is one of the country's most iconic natural wonders and a must-visit destination for any traveler. I recently had the opportunity to explore this breathtaking bay, and I can confidently say it captivated my heart with its stunning landscapes and rich cultural experiences. The first thing that strikes you about Ha Long Bay is its remarkable beauty. The bay is dotted with over 1,600 limestone islands and islets, many of which are covered in lush greenery. The sight of these towering karsts rising dramatically from the emerald waters is simply awe-inspiring. Whether viewed from a boat, a kayak, or the shore, the scenery is breathtaking and offers numerous photographic opportunities. A visit to Ha Long Bay is often best experienced through a cruise. There are various options available, from day trips to overnight excursions on luxury junks. I opted for an overnight cruise, and it was one of the highlights of my trip. The crew was incredibly attentive, and the accommodation was comfortable, creating the perfect ambiance for relaxation. The daily itinerary included visits to hidden caves, swimming in the bay, and enjoying sumptuous meals featuring fresh seafood while watching the sunset over the water. Apart from cruise activities, Ha Long Bay offers plenty of opportunities for adventure and exploration. Kayaking through the bay’s smaller lagoons and caves was a thrilling experience that allowed me to get closer to the stunning rock formations.

Very nice place. A must see when you come to Vietnam. I recommend the minimum 2 nights stay as most of the people only take one night and don’t get to see the most beautiful places. In the first day you only get to see the most crowded places. In the next day we went to a remote location and enjoyed some nice views and activities.

Superb scenery. Tourist attractions packed but was to be expected. Stay a night and take in the amazing surroundings first thing in the morning. Choose your cruise carefully!

Ha Long Bay is indeed one of Vietnam's most iconic and popular tourist destinations, attracting travelers from all around the world. With its stunning view from different cave and emerald waters, it's no wonder it draws such a large crowds. Lots of fun activities like kayaking, walking up the stairs to see sun song cave, Tip top island, beach etc. lots of boat sailing on the ha long bay island.

Super cool experience! The scenic views were amazing and super beautiful. It’s crazy to see how vast and big this bay is. It really tops the pictures and videos you see. It’s like King Kong was about to pop over the side hahah. But overall it was super peaceful the water was cold when we went but not terrible if you want a refreshing dip. It was very clean and taken care of where we went. I definitely recommend checking it out if you want to.

After boarding; a safety briefing; and lunch, we head off to Lan Ha Bay (at the south of the Halong Bay maritime national park area), where we visit the “Dark and Bright Cave” via local bamboo boat. Must admit though … as caves go, I have seen better.

Best experience ever in Vietnam! Our tour guide, Tony, was incredibly kind. The food was absolutely delicious, and we made so many new friends from Europe. After dinner, we had a fun karaoke party, tried squid fishing, and even learned how to make spring rolls. The highlight of the trip was definitely kayaking—the area was peaceful and less crowded. The biking adventure the next day on Cat Ba Island was equally amazing. The scenery was breathtaking. 100000/5 stars! Thanks to Sunlight Cruise

Absolutely incredible. We went with Orchid cruises and it was an experience of a lifetime. You can't miss it!

Must visit! Amazing natural space definitely needed to be seen when coming to the north of Vietnam. Unfortunately the level of rubbish in the water is pretty shocking and I definitely thought that we treat ourselves with a very big cruise which is the end is one of the few options available to visit the sea. If you can avoid an old-style

It’s definitely a must see and the view over the bay on our beautiful luxury ship was a real treat- BUT I was shocked about the rubbish floating around and the murky water. Why is nobody taking care of the so promoted unesco world heritage nature wonder??? Please do something about it. Would NEVER swim in it. Kayaking was nice but I worried to get sick just by touching the waters. Shame

Beautiful beautiful bay. Must visit if you are travelling Vietnam. I highly recommend doing a 2 night cruise and kayaking.

Beautiful beach with great views. There’s a walkway that connects to the cat co 3 beach. Evening would be a good time to visit.

When we were there the water was quite dirty. Some plastic and other things in the water. A beach chair cost 100k dong for guests not staying in the hotel. But if you want, you can just lay on the beach for free, I think. If you want to use shower you have to pay. Still it is a nice beach I would say.

It's so overcrowded, loud and dirty... Lan ha/ha long bays are beautiful but don't waste your time for staying in Cat ba for more than a night. The picture I uploaded is from 6:30 am...

As some other commented, beach destroyed by the mankind's greedy. Full of concrete and mixture of coloured buildings... Beach full of plastic and small plastic particles.. expected something more.. stunning but got disappointed instead... Perhaps in used to other type of scenery more.. wild and better taken care. Local government should take care of the trash and upkeep it. If you park the bike there, fee is 10k VND.

A small, sandy beach in a bay. Free entry. If you would like an umbrella and lounger ask the hotel. Water is warm with few small waves perfect for children. Easy to walk in and get wet and swim, not very tidal nor strong currents. Lots of leaves in the water. Parking at the entrance to the beach. A lovely walk along some steps and concrete path if you would like to walk to the next beach.

Cat Co 1 Beach is a must-visit destination for those visiting Cát Bà Island. It offers a perfect combination of natural beauty and tourist amenities. Whether you're looking to relax on the beach, explore the crystal-clear waters, or enjoy a meal with sea views, this beach has something for everyone.

In November it is perfect, good weather, not much people.

Good people, very friendly and helpful. In the morning there is not often someone at the desk as they are preparing food for breakfast. You have different options for breakfast. 4 egg options and 1 pancake option. Due to some problems we decided to stay longer and that was no problem. Our laundry didn't feel properly done though as it felt like a lot of softener was used but no stains were really removed. Other downside was that the elevator didn't work for 2 times/days. But there was construction going on next door so I think that was the problem. All in all good nice hotel.

Service was amazing! Breakfast was very simple, just eggs or an average pancake. Location was great! Rooms were clean, door didn't close properly for the private bathroom but that didn't bother us much. Was very happy here

The price for hotel was very affordable so we couldn’t expect a great service. We were surprised . The room was very clean. The staff so helpful and friendly! The breakfast was simple but delicious! Thank you very much ❤️ Happy Independence Day 🇻🇳

Rather overpriced. Photos look much better. This is a very basic room worth 10$ not 20$+ We saw they used to have a great breakfast... But reading the other reviews they have changed it after Covid. It was a disaster. We decided to skip the breakfast the following days. They send you to the neighbour hotel. It is the most horrible buffet we had in Vietnam. Consisting of just some toast and awful soup. Owner seems to do some drill where he offers to help whenever we need, but this all seems fake.

This is such a nice little hotel. My wife and I stayed four nights in a double room with very spacious beds and everything was super clean. The breakfast was nice. The cheese and ham omelette can be recommended. The people who run the hotel are also really sweet. They helped us rent a scooter and extend our stay with two more nights. This place is such good value. The only downside is that the rooms are not that well sound isolated within the building, but it does a pretty good job keeping the noise from outside away. And the hotel is nicely located a bit away from the main street.

Stayed here for three nights in a private room. The location was really good and the staff were mostly helpful and friendly. The room was spacious and clean, no complaints at all there. Price was very decent. The negatives for me was that the hotel lacked a bit of personality, which is why I don't give it the highest grade. This is maybe something that not every traveler seeks, but personally I enjoy a hotel with charisma and a good vibe, and here it was a little bit stale unfortunately.

Amazing quality for a great price. Been traveling Southeast Asia for two months now and this is one of the more memorable hotels. Good location. Very clean. Quiet. Huge beds. Delicious breakfast. I came with my friend for her bday and the staff helped me arrange to put a birthday cake and champagne in her room (which I paid a little extra for) but then they also got her a beautiful bouquet of flowers which made the room smell so good.

My partner and I paid $450AUD for a different boat and then they switched it for this boat which is pretty old but serviceable. Actually the food and rooms were quite good, but drinks including basics like water and tea are all charged in $USD for extra so just be aware of that. Hot tip, you can BYOB you just have to pay the corkage fee - totally worth it. Our big problem was the lack of coordination and effort by the staff to inform or engage us. Squid fishing was apparently one of the activities offered, but no staff asked us if we wanted to do it so we all missed out (everyone). After dinner most staff vanished. I struggled to get the karaoke machine working for about an hour and never once did staff offer to assist aside from changing the display to English. Eventually I got it going and we salvaged the night with a party around that device, without it there would have been nothing offered to entertain anyone for the evening. But the worst part was the timing of things. They'd tell you dinner was 730pm but they'd serve it at 7 with no notice and you'd arrive at 730pm to a cold meal. Or they'd say you have to exit your room at 10am but at 9:15am they're pushing you out. I'm stating all of this here in the hopes that the staff will read and take action to ammed so this can be a great experience for the next group. Overall, the other travellers you meet are great and the international bonding experience made the trip worth it. The scenery in the bay including the cave tour is gorgeous.

Great experience overall! Staff was professional and polite. Food was good. There were a couple of activities you can join such as hiking, swimming, and kayaking.... Best thing about this cruise is you can enjoy the view of Ha Long Bay at anytime all day. We had a suite room with a private sun deck which gave us more option for relaxing. But I have to mention that the condition of the ship is not very modern or well-equipped. I understand it’s hard for a ship to be like a regular hotel, but water pressure can be too low for a shower especially when other guests are using water, and room air conditioner has to be turned off for the dining area during meal time so your room could be so hot when you return after meals. Not a luxury cruise but it was a great experience for me to sleep on a ship and enjoy the whole day having a world heritage view!

The trip was very pleasant. The guide was kind and informative, and every activity was well organized and on time. I only give four stars because there are some improvements to be made on the meals, twice (on both buffet lunches) there was not enough fruit for all the guests, and in the breakfast one of the cereals containers was almost empty from the beginning. Still, very pleased with the trip and would recommend for sure.

Wonderful service from most of the crew, nice places visited, pleasant booking experience with booking agent, excellent food. We were even upgraded to a better room. However, when we lost money on the boat, we were told there was no cctv on the 3rd deck. Manager was not very helpful, and passed the problem to our tour guide who is new. Manager was on the phone all the time and told us that there were no police stations at Halong Bay and to do it in Hanoi. When we reached Hanoi, was told that police stations do not open on weekends (untrue!). After much insistence, went to the police station in Hanoi only to find out that police report has to be done at Halong bay. We were really thankful for the tour guide who helped us to translate at the police station and went beyond his working hours to do this. But after two hours moving from police station to the next, we gave up. So we could not even claim for insurance for the money that we lost. Felt unsafe in the boat overnight. I do not want any other tourists to feel what we felt. A great start, but a horrible ending. Thought that this would not happen from such a reputable company (we actually researched quite extensively!) but it did. We were very disappointed. Pls choose your cruise wisely.

Scumbags, thieves you name it. Never travel on this boat. Crack roaches in the room and within the staff. Vile, cheap, disgusting people. Avoid at all costs. Pretending to “help” find the watch that’s in the crews pockets.

Fairly priced, room is okay, booked the vip room. Only bad part is the air con needs some improvement as the air con will be off when you are dining, they will only turn on the dining area’s air con , you won’t be able to retreat back to your room immediately. Also really warm in the noons.

Nice rooms and ship . Had a fantastic time. Sunny was our guide she was fantastic along with the ship manager. We wed have loved another day, I would have liked 2 nights 3 days. I would reccomend this cruise line.

Construction going on atm until 2030 at the front but if you take scooter you see beautiful beaches and coast - it’s just one part of the island when there’s so many other wonderful treasures that the island offers

Lots of construction on main beach - no access to beach and a sky full of cranes….id give this place a miss till they finish the work over the next 5 years. We stayed long enough to do a bay day tour (excellent) but the vibe on the main drag sort of ruined it we left a day early

I excepted more, but Cat Ba island is not really what I thought. Everything in the main island is quite basic, constructions, overpriced restaurants, not good quality seafood (some still nice but not all),… Only thing I can enjoy more is going to see the sea with the boat tour: nice sea with sunny light, you can take nice pictures and can go swimming there too, visit some caves bypass,… Think 3 days is enough to visit there.

Amazing experience in my life time . Thanks for preserving it . Enjoyed each and every moment starting from yatch cruise , swimming , banana boat ride

Beautiful island but massive construction projects, lack of infrastructure general confusion makes it not worth visiting right now Insanely noisy do to huge construction project larger than the existing city. Every cruise or tour I scheduled got cancelled (4 in a row) so unless you’re planning on just eating, drinking and listening to jackhammers all day probably avoid it for now.

I really like this place very beautiful and peaceful, on the main island of Cat Ba there is a small town, but quite modern. People here live by seafaring and tourism, they are trying to catch up with the hustle and bustle of tourists from outside arriving on the island. However, the service here is not always good, when experiencing the restaurant here you should pay the price before ordering.

A picturesque place. Peaceful calm, ideally for both couples and family. Best part is it is also very budget friendly. You can spend a week in less than 500 dollars for a couple while staying in good hotels and good food

Amazing experience! We took a ferry boat here and had about 30 mins to explore the caves. Would definitely recommend it if visiting Ha Long Bay!

Nice visit. They do have tour guides you can pay for that will explain everything. Just took the self guided tour. Many steps. So if you have trouble walking this is not for you.

This cave is located in the Halong Bay area, you need to climb a fairly high staircase to get there. The view from the top of the cave is also very beautiful with a view of Halong Bay. The atmosphere inside the cave is quite dark, but at some points there are colorful lights shining on the cave rocks. There are quite a lot of tourists visiting, since there is no entrance ticket.

Đá Gô Cave in Vietnam is a fascinating natural wonder that combines impressive geology with a sense of quiet mystery. Located in the heart of Ha Long Bay, it is one of the lesser-known caves compared to its famous neighbors, making it a rewarding stop for those seeking something more tranquil. Inside, visitors are greeted by large chambers with dramatic stalactites and stalagmites shaped over millions of years. The rock formations resemble animals, mythical creatures, and abstract sculptures, sparking the imagination of anyone walking through. Soft lighting highlights the textures and colors of the stone, enhancing the otherworldly atmosphere. For photographers, Đá Gô Cave offers unique opportunities. Wide chambers allow for expansive shots, while close-ups of mineral details reveal intricate patterns. The contrast between shadow and artificial light creates moody compositions, perfect for those who enjoy experimenting with low-light photography. Outside the cave, Ha Long Bay’s emerald waters and limestone cliffs frame the entrance beautifully, adding a striking natural backdrop. Though less crowded, Đá Gô Cave is easy to reach on most boat tours around Ha Long Bay. It provides a quiet escape from busier attractions and invites travelers to slow down and appreciate both nature’s artistry and the peaceful environment.

Interesting caves, adapted for the tourism, be careful as it can be very sleepery, at the end, outside are souvenir shops, only cash accepted.

Amazing place! The cave is very large, beautiful, and truly unique. I didn’t expect such an extensive cave system. It's also quite accessible for older visitors, even those around 60. Unfortunately, it was very crowded when we started going up. We were almost at a standstill for about 30 minutes at the beginning, with occasional progress of 1-3 steps at a time. The views are exceptional, and there are some great, unique souvenirs available for purchase.

Really cool place super many steps up and down

We really loved our 3-day, 2-night cruise, it felt like a soft landing in Ha Long Bay. The staff were incredibly kind, generous, and always eager to accommodate anything we needed. The trip was well-organized and peaceful, with just the right amount of activities like kayaking, cave & pearl farm visits, swimming... easy and enjoyable for both adults and kids. It was also a very family-friendly experience. Our kids felt welcome, and the staff made them feel seen and included, which made it that much more special. Something small that didn’t resonate with us as much, though offered in good spirit was live Vietnamese violinist playing a Vietnamese violin. He played beautifully, but only Western/American songs - which felt a little disconnected from the local setting. We would’ve loved even one or two Vietnamese pieces to connect more deeply with the culture. During the spring roll-making demonstration (which was fun, cute, and surprisingly practical to learn how to make them) hygiene could be improved. Only hand sanitizer was used by staff and guests, versus everyone washing their hands and having gloves available for all. That said, overall it was a lovely and memorable experience. A clean, calm, and welcoming cruise that helped us experience Ha Long Bay in a relaxing, effortless way. We’re so glad we did it.

Exceptional service. Beautiful wood boat! Room was so comfortable and well- appointed. Tien took amazing care of us. We were on the Legend, only 3 staterooms so we had it to ourselves. Such a spectacular bucket list experience.

Beautiful 3 day 2 night trip with Bhaya Legend 4. The cabins, dining room and sun deck are amazing. The breakfast, lunch and dinner are delicious. Kevin, the boat manager, took great care of us. The kayaking tour through the caves and lakes was a unique experience. Rest of the staff also extremely friendly. Highly recommended experience when you are in Vietnam

The cruise was fine however was very disappointed with the village trip, this looked like a staged village with restraunts setup by the cruise company. Booked 1 night stay and plan to visit the caves by canoe but the village trip took the afternoon up and due to 1 night stay the only offer to canoe to the caves was at 7:15am. Would have been better time spent in the afternoon canoeing and visiting caves rather than the village and offer village trip next day. Feel.like it's been to commercialised to warrant 5 stars.

Wedding party of 60 friends and family. There attention to detail was fantastic. Food was great, excursions were fun and Informative. Highly recommend them

My wife and I had an amazing cruise. Transfer to and from our hotel in Hanoï was organised for us, we were on a small 3 cabin boat, in a wooden cabin with all comfort and equipment we needed. The crew spoke English, and were very helpful, especially Phuc, always making sure we were having a nice trip. It was our honeymoon, and we have a couple of surprises waiting for us for the occasion, which we both highly appreciated ! Many thanks again to Bahya Cruises

We had a private cruise with the baya legend with two friends! Kevin and his staff made our stay unforgettable! From delicious food, to nice kayak trips in deserted areas and tasteful cocktails, all was there in a very comfortable and enjoyable environment! Highly recommended! 5 stars

We used ship Au Co 2, it was faultless from start to finish. Great staff, food, excursions, fun! Highly recommended to anyone wanting to explore ha long bay in luxury!

Traveled on the Au Co as part of a large (50+ person) wedding group. Beautiful ship with extremely friendly and caring staff. The kitchen team went out of their way to ensure my partner with multiple food allergies (celiac, oranges, soy, sunflower oil among them) was able to partake in all meals. Highly recommended.

The rooms are clean and have beautiful view the food was here so yummy and the staff is very friendly love the place the staff speacily Sarah was so helpful and understanding Amazing experience loved it it's highly recommended love from India

The best ever experience I got, having a most unforgetable moment journey with this luxury cruise. Everything was perfect. The crews were so friendly and they also respect for Moslem visitors by serving us Halal food. The service was tremendous, really great. Love the interior design of the cruise with some classics touch, it tries to bring us more comfy during the cruise.

Such a great experience. Food, service and total experience were first rate. Loved it.

I had the pleasure of being on the Au Co 2 for two nights and tree days in February. Besides the amazing natural beauty, the staff is dedicated to making your stay the highlight of your Vietnam travels. I was a solo traveler, but the crew always made me feel welcomed and important. Tom was an amazing cruise director, and Cindy and Joy were personable and highly professional. I can’t thank Elijah enough for helping me find transport back to Hanoi after discovering my planned transport was not at the port. Treat yourself to a trip of a lifetime by taking the Au Co cruise in Ha Long Bay – you will not be disappointed.

We had a wonderful time on the Au Co. Standout service and incredible value for money. We could not believe the quality of the rooms, food and drinks for such an affordable price. The staff were so friendly, always helpful and would go out of their way to make the trip extra special and memorable. We loved that the company is also doing so much for the local communities and environment. Kevin, Ben, Viking, Iris, June, Ruby, Kevin, Khue, Tiger P, Gin, David, Mahn, Ngyu thank you to you and your teams for making our trip so wonderful.

We had an overnight trip. On our boat we were happy with the room and it really was a 5 star service at meal times. Some guests didn't appreciate this and declined to dine with in this group occasion or dress for it. Most of these were smokers, who'd rather sit outside, puffing on a cigarette. The cave visit was impressive but the beach experience was a disappointment as way too crowded. The islands are lovely but expect dozens of other boats to be with you, it could be done as a day excursion but the 2.5 hour drive from Hanoi could make this an exhausting day. As ours was an overnight cruise, the boat parked up for the night and the following day another excursion was on to try rowing or canoeing. Overall it was good. P.S. it's a climb up and down steps for the cave, not suitable for everyone.

Awesome experience. Our guide was also very nice and warm. The cruise is really nice outside and inside. Rooms very clean. The staff were very polite and helpful. Also the relation between the activities and free time is good.

A breathtaking spot with emerald waters, towering limestone islands, and hidden caves that feel straight out of a movie. Whether you cruise, kayak, or just soak it all in from the deck, every view is a postcard. It can get busy, but the beauty easily steals the show. Unmissable if you’re anywhere near northern Vietnam!

Didn't enjoy it, lots of wait, and wait and wait, every excursion is not worth it, kayaking and visit some hospital in a cave on some remote island, tour guide speaks in a microphone repeats the same uninteresting facts. Rooms were fine, service of staff was okay and view landscape was the only nice thing. Maybe I'm difficult but it's my opinion and expectations were not met.

The cruise is a must if visiting the Harlong Bay area. Only gripe water isn't free, a small bottle costs $1, drinks sold at inflated prices. Fortunately I was given the heads up by someone in the travel industry. Bring your own water or purchase from the small boats that float past the ship.

Once in a life time experience. The nature and the cruise perfectly blends giving you a beautiful voyage.

Overall very good, but if you arr couple recommended to go with friends or family and cruise has very less activities some cruise have music and shows look for those

First time on a cruise in Halong Bay. The rooms were decent. The bathroom was see through and flooded every time the shower was used. The crew were friendly, polite and looked after us well. The food and drinks were average. The spring roll making and karaoke was great fun. I wouldn't stay overnight again as it was difficult to sleep with the sounds of water splashing against the boat all night.

We did a 2 night cruise, and had 2 different guides who didn’t communicate and the second day was a repeat of the first, so we stayed on the boat. The food was average and the room wasn’t cleaned on the second day, which is awful when u can’t flush the toilet paper. Also my husband and 3 Kiwis got an upset stomach after night 2. The food looked good but didn’t taste good. The boat is old and tired and has fake grass covering the uneven deck. Please consider paying a bit more and choose something a bit better.

We had a lovely cruise on Halong Bay on Lavender Cruise. Alex, our tour guide was friendly and informative and provided an enjoyable cruise ensuring we ticked off the highlights of the bay including Ti Top Island and Secret Cave. Alex is extremely knowledgeable about the area and ensured we made it to Secret Cave before the crowds on the second morning. The crew on board the boat ensured we were well fed and looked after. Highly recommend.

One of the best experiences during my stay in Vietnam. The cruise was booked last minute because other cruise company tried to cheat us. And we are so happy we booked Lavender cruise at the end. The guide Bobby is very nice, helpful and tried to make everything so the passangers were satisfied. They upgraded our room so we had a big corner room surrounded by windows with stunning view. Main attractions of the cruise - Titop island, kayaking and Surprising cave are very crowded but thanks to Bobby we had kayaking only by our small group. There are also night attractions - karaoke and squid fishing. The food on the ferry is very delicious. Mostly they serve seafood so if you have other preferences you need to inform them in advance. The cocktails on board are quite expensive (6-7$ per one) but it is a common practice on ferry cruises in Hà long. We were very lucky to have a great weather and to meet great people on the boat so if I could, I would rate this cruise 6 out of 5 because everything was way better than we expected.

Took one of their vessels on a two-day tour with a group. Had a very pleasant stay. All looked clean and staff was very friendly. I enjoyed my stay on board.

our corner rooms were the largest and quite comfortable with decent beds and lots of windows to look out. the food was plentiful and decent. the transportation from hanoi wasn’t very comfortable but the way back was in a different bus and quite good.

We had an amazing cruise with lavender cruises in Halong Bay. Our guide Alex was so friendly, funny and helpful. We had so much activitiew and the food on board was amazing. Recommend.

Best during summer time *April to September* ONLY It was quite cold and very few ppl on the cruise. In such a case ideally the cruise should cancel so that there are more people and as everyone knows- the more the merrier!! Unfortunately for us the day was gloomy and cold. Sun was out only the next morning. Our guide Victor was really good and a sweet chap. Kayaking, trampoline, Jacuzzi was fun. We couldn’t swim as it was so cold. The food on the cruise was just alright. For the first meal they ran out of a few dishes, which seems illogical considering the number of people!! The second meal was decent, the third and last meal was like a favor on us! So so poor. Id recommend you to carry a few things from the city- snacks, tea/coffee and most importantly water. The bar staff and servers were sweet. Rooms were really spacious. Included toiletries. I find it weird they ask us to leave the room by 8.30-9am. It simply pointless as we waited a long time at the restaurant level to get to the port and then into the boat. So be prepared to wake up early after a long party night. Besides the worst part was the house keeping simply walks into your room. Zero sense of security!

Given 3 stars as the cruise it self was good ...but after reading some reviews ..it is easy to get relieved of you're money pretty easy with out a full explanation what services you should have taken part in ..DO NoT buy from a ticket tout even in the main cruise building ..or hotel you will end up paying heaps more and trying to track the tout should anything go wrong is a knight mare...go to the main desk ..ask what options are ..such as what food and what excursions you wish to go on like the row boat as that costs more on to you're ticket ..beware don't rush Into purchasing a ticket from just anyone you won't get the full enjoyment otherwise

Great experience. The food was delicious, the room spacious and clean. The only con was the cold water at the shower. We met nice people, we played cards, danced and had a good time together.

This was a let down considering the amount of money we paid. The hot tubs were cold (and it was barely 15 degrees outside). The “happy hour” was buy 2 get 1 free but had to be cocktails (the website said 2 for 1 any drinks). Drinks were expensive and the bar tending was slow especially considering there was only 25 other people on the cruise. We asked if more people would be joining us and they lied, saying there would be others joining us the next day. On the last day we were not fed lunch (despite it being on the itinerary) and so if you didn’t get up for breakfast (which was at 7am) you didn’t eat until 6pm that night back in Hanoi. Wish I had not purchased this expensive cruise.

Five star cruise, five star service, great hosts, great staff, good food and the party night was amazing.

We booked February 16-17 2023, The jacuzzis were all freezing (except for the smallest one which has a capacity of 6 on a boat carrying 70 passengers), on a day where the temperature was 17°c and the staff kept lying to us saying "it is heating for the big party tonight" which we later discovered was only to make us shut up. Also didn't do the drinking games they promised us, there was zero animation and the alcohol is fairly expensive for vietnam. We basically paid over 200$ for a kayaking trip. Ha long bay itself is nice though, you should book with another boat

We booked this tour from our hotel (Fancy Hotel in HaLong). We were picked up from the hotel and were delivered right at the tour boat. The guide spoke English well and was enthusiastic and energetic. Lunch was provided on the boat as well. This tour took us to caves, islands, beaches and kayaking spots and provided us with enough amazing views. We chose this day tour instead of the one night two days tour, and I didn't regret that decision for a second. Would definitely recommend this tour!

Do Son Beach in Haiphong is really beautiful! Just a 45-minute drive from the city center, there are plenty of hotels and resorts, and the local food around is very affordable! Although some private resorts by the beach require an entrance fee, we are so happy here and miss the time when we lived by the sea. Make sure to add Do Son Beach to your travel list! ☀️🏖️

I went there at night. There weren’t many tourists like other people said, but you can find many quiet restaurants

Not a very nice beach compared to so many others on Viet coastline but it's all the locals have so enjoy

Very quiet beach, close to Hanoi. I love the seafood they serve here! Price is very reasonable

I felt very quiet in the middle of summer, and the seawater quality was similar to the beach on the west coast of Korea

Top beach in Hai Phong city

It was nice to swim around. The water is brown, and some people say that this colour has nothing to do with dirt but only with the composition of the soil in the red river and around that coastal area. I don't know 😊😊 Around the beach there are plenty of restaurants and some places where you can store your stuff and take a shower on your way back from the beach. Overall not the best beach I've been to in my life, however, probably one of the best nearby Hanoi.

Beautiful ancient temple but it seems a little bit rundown. Must-go destination if you want to learn more about difference between Northern and Southern Vietnam temples.

Interesting if you like temples. One of the few things to do and see in Hai Phong. The trek passes through a busy road with markets and stalls nearby. The temple is impressive and well looked after with lots of activity, however unless you are interested in temples you won't need much time to spend here.

I heard this temple is very famous to local and people from far away. They come to meet the monk to beg for luck. The temple is within walking distance of local market, so there's always crowded. Parking inside the temple is free; outside 10k vnd.

Great for cruising around the rock formations. This is the main cave (Surprise Cave?). It was quite crowded with a pretty step coming up.

Built over a thousand years ago & could be considered the oldest Temple in the whole of Haiphong. Historical wise the temple was the scene of patriotic fervour against colonial rule during the 1920s

Du Hang Pagoda was established in 17th century. Inside the pagoda are several statues that are intricately engraved in the style of the Nguyen Dynasty.

An old temple, there is a pogada, though on Saturday afternoon, but few people, especially very few young people, you can witness the tich culture and heritage of Buhdism in this culture; Made a friend here as well, we travelled to another interesting temple nearby as well

Nice walking area. Lots of people exercising at night. Some fish in the water. I saw a mud skipper.

Relaxing place to visit with many people going for a jog/walk and playing checkers

A nice place for walking in the evening. A lot of cafes and restaurants around. It's said that there's a flower market there too but I didn't find any

It becomes nicer with swans

Clean. Have round road for walking, running.

Good place runner & locals to do exercise

Beautiful place to vist lovely walk

At first, we planned to go hiking, but once we got there… we immediately decided to take the cable car instead 😆 The journey was pretty easy since we just followed Google Maps. There aren’t many accommodation options in the area—just one resort with direct access to Yen Tu Mountain. The ride itself was super fun! We got to enjoy endless green scenery along the way 🌿 If you’re in Hanoi and looking for an alternative destination, you should definitely check this place out. Totally worth it! 😉

Chill.. peaceful vibe as firstly visited there..

Breathtaking views, great cable-car system, holy sites and a healthy climb (even with using the cabe -car). It is a very much underrated place in the north of Vietnam. Most foreigners are not even aware of the beauty of the mountain and its pagodas. The local vendors are friendly, have everything from souvenirs to fresh coconut and cold beer. Excellent photo-ops, but so much more. Make sure to visit Yen Tu when in Hanoi or nearby.

It’s cool that just 30 minutes from Hai Phong you can climb the mountains and get an amazing view and see such a rich nature, breath the freshest air🥰 Everything is organized in the best way. You can even get free water, buy food, souvenirs in many places. I sincerely recommend to visit this spot👍 Vietnam is a truly amazing country🥰

My favorite site in Vietnam, breathtaking and not much tourists!

I visited here on Lunar New Year and it was extremely crowded, so many many people from everywhere came. This place is very huge. There are 2 ways to go visit the temple on top of Yen Tu mountain - take the cable car and hike up or just only do hiking up. Because I didn’t have much time, then I chose to take the cable car and do hiking in some parts. Omg, the view is incredible, I love it. My private tour guide chose to do hikking up and we met on the top of the mountain. The way to do hikking is not difficult, even the 80 years old lady can do too, I met her on the way when I was very close to the temple on the top of mountain (definitely she did with her family, not alone). Only 1 small temple on the top of mountain but everyone come there for it. From here, you can see the view 360 degrees, so beautiful! But 1 thing I don’t like is - the safety on the top of mountain. It will be ok if you visit here on normal day, not holidays or Lunar new year because no many people. No any fences around the rocks and if many people go there at the same time, you will be hustled in the crowd. But anyway, this place is nice to go visit, just be careful when you are on the top of mountain.

Considered as "the ancestral land of Buddhism". An even more interesting thing is the dividing line between Quang Ninh and Bac Giang provinces. If the East belongs to Quang Ninh province, the West of this pagoda belongs to Bac Giang province. If you don't mind crowds, and want to participate in interesting activities at the temple, you can go from January 10 to March of the lunar calendar. This is the time of the Yen Tu Spring Festival, so there are quite a few tourists from all over the world to visit. Roadside restaurants have affordable and acceptable prices You might consider staying at Legacy Resort Yen Tu

About two hour drive from Hanoi. This golf club has three nine holes for golfers to mix and play. It is very hilly, with water and hunker hazards adding to the challenge in getting good scores.

Sân đẹp but shit service. Super arrogant staffs causing too much confusion. Not my vibe!

Golf course. Fairway need some maintainance. Green speed very slow. Overall very scenic and cool environment to enjoy golf.

Stopped in for lunch. The need for general maintenance is required especially in the locker room / bathrooms. Course looks beautiful but go to the washroom before you arrive.

Very challenging course

Very expensive compared to the experience

Most exciting golf course in North Vietnam

We came around sunset and the atmosphere was so zen, it was a magical feeling

Very old and beautiful temple. Locals go there, tourists are (unfortunately) seldom seen in this marvelous place.

Very beautiful and ancient Pagoda! I felt really peace and realeased when I visited here.

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Love this peaceful pagoda, especially in Autumn sky.

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