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Cat Ba
Cat Ba
Halong Bay's rugged little sister. No luxe cruises here, just raw karst beauty, hidden caves and nature hikes.
Top Things to Do in Cat Ba
Go beyond the tourist checklist - into the hidden spots & heartfelt stories
01
Explore Lan Ha Bay: Ha Long’s Hidden Twin
Set sail from Cat Ba into Lan Ha Bay—like Ha Long, but blissfully uncrowded. Kayak, swim, and cycle through stunning karst scenery.
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Kayak Into a Sea of Glowing Plankton
Paddle under the stars as the water lights up with bioluminescent plankton. A magical night adventure that feels straight out of a fantasy.
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Stay Overnight on a Cruise in Lan Ha Bay
Trade hotel walls for gentle waves. This overnight cruise lets you fall asleep to the sounds of the bay and wake up surrounded by Lan Ha’s stunning limestone karsts.
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Rappel Down Hidden Jungle Walls
Gear up and descend vertical rock faces hidden in Cat Ba’s lush forests. It’s part hike, part adrenaline – all adventure.
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05
Leap Into Deep Water Solo Adventures
Climb up and dive off. With no ropes or gear, it’s just you, the rock, and a thrilling splash into the sea. Pure, playful adrenaline.
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06
Trek Wild Trails in Cat Ba National Park
Hike through dense jungle, spot endangered langurs (if lucky!), and climb to panoramic island views. A wild and scenic adventure through Cat Ba’s rugged national park.
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Experience Fishing Life
Get hands-on with Cat Ba’s fishing life: go with a local guide to cast your own line in Cai Beo & Vem Lake, hear island stories, then feast on a hotpot from your fresh catch.
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Climb Cat Ba’s Wild Limestone Walls
Test your nerves and climb sea cliffs with epic jungle views. Whether beginner or pro, this is Vietnam’s best outdoor rock climbing spot.
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superhost
5.0 (24)
|8 hrs
|Up to 10 guests
“Uncrowded kayaking stunning views delicious bonfire dinner ”
5.0 (6)
|2D1N
|Up to 8 guests
“Amazing landscape would highly recommend”
5.0 (6)
|5 hrs
|Up to 30 guests
“It was so surreal. Very very very peaceful ”
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superhost
5.0 (20)
|4.5 hrs
|Up to 12 guests
“Fun safe lagoon adventure great guide great value”
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4.8 (52)
|2D1N
|Up to 16 guests
“The kayaking was beautiful and we enjoyed all the activities”
5.0 (39)
|6 hrs
|Up to 10 guests
“Amazing Ha Long Bay climbing with superb guides”
superhost
5.0 (24)
|8 hrs
|Up to 10 guests
“Uncrowded kayaking stunning views delicious bonfire dinner ”
5.0 (6)
|2D1N
|Up to 8 guests
“Amazing landscape would highly recommend”
4.9 (14)
|2D1N
|Up to 26 guests
“Morning activities with far fewer people around”
5.0 (6)
|9 hrs
|Up to 25 guests
“our guide was so sweet and kind we had an amazing day ”
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4.8 (52)
|2D1N
|Up to 16 guests
“The kayaking was beautiful and we enjoyed all the activities”
5.0 (39)
|10 hrs
|Up to 10 guests
“Some of the most enthusiastic guides”
4.8 (52)
|9.5 hrs
|Up to 16 guests
“Tour was extremely well organised”
4.9 (55)
|2D1N
|Up to 10 guests
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329 reviews
I want to say a huge THANK YOU to Chans for this amazing day! 🤗 Thanks to him, I had one of my best travel adventures in Vietnam!
If you want a real local adventure in Cat Ba, you should totally book this toor with Chans 🤗
The places we went were WOW. Calm, full of nature, and far away from big crowds… exactly what I wished for.
I 100% recommend this super fun experience.
Youma
Had an amazing and eye opener experience during my first ever rock outdoor climbing with Tuan and Huom. They are both very enthusiastic, patient in guiding and explaining the steps and procedures throughout the whole time. Will highly recommend them to anyone wanting to experience outdoor rock climbing in Cat Ba
Jocelin
We had the private 3d2n tour and we could not be more happy, the experience was perfect! The itinerary was well paced and could be changed according to our wishes, the food was absolutely incredible, the boat itself, the crew were very charming and the bed/the restroom was very comfortable. We highly recommend taking this tour, the 3 days are just right in the magical landscape and the privacy is awesome.
Urte
Fantastic small tour. Just the right pace and mix of activity and rest. Guide was really informative and so helpful with everything
Niall Lumley
Booked: 2D1N Cat Ba Cruise
Amazing tour! We did the 3D/2N. Absolutely beautiful! The hosts were super friendly, had love for their jobs and had a lot of knowledge about the history of Cat Ba and the scenery. It was well organized from the food to the activities and transport. This is your cruise if you are looking for an authentic experience in a small setting. Thank you Cat Ba Vision!
Alina and Marlou
Chan is a very nice guide and takes good care of the group. He adjusted the schedule according to the tide, but we saw some beautiful areas where it was only us and noone else. Also we had seafood hotpot (since it was winter in vietnam) at the end which was very tasty and warming.
Markus
The sleeping boat is great and the room very Big. Moka, our guide, was amusing and enthusiastic about all the activities. A bit overpriced for just 1 day!!
Ingrid
Booked: 2D1N Cat Ba Cruise
The trip was a chance to really spend time in the bay, see the mountains, listen to the birds and feel the breeze. Just lovely
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