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Two sea kayaks with paddlers seen from above in dark open water, gliding through Vietnam’s blue sea quietly
Silhouetted kayaker paddling in a sea cave at dusk between towering cliffs, with warm light reflecting on Vietnam’s water
Boats cruising through a limestone karst bay in Vietnam, where steep cliffs rise from the water under soft daylight
Plates of fried appetisers and steamed rice on a dining table in Vietnam, with red dipping sauce beside the bowls
Group enjoying a sit-down meal aboard a wooden boat in Vietnam, reaching for plates and bowls across a shared table
Smiling tour staff member standing with arms crossed at a Vietnam cruise lodge entrance, framed by wooden posts and blue tiles
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Two sea kayaks with paddlers seen from above in dark open water, gliding through Vietnam’s blue sea quietly
Silhouetted kayaker paddling in a sea cave at dusk between towering cliffs, with warm light reflecting on Vietnam’s water
Boats cruising through a limestone karst bay in Vietnam, where steep cliffs rise from the water under soft daylight
Two sea kayaks with paddlers seen from above in dark open water, gliding through Vietnam’s blue sea quietly
Silhouetted kayaker paddling in a sea cave at dusk between towering cliffs, with warm light reflecting on Vietnam’s water
Boats cruising through a limestone karst bay in Vietnam, where steep cliffs rise from the water under soft daylight
Plates of fried appetisers and steamed rice on a dining table in Vietnam, with red dipping sauce beside the bowls
Group enjoying a sit-down meal aboard a wooden boat in Vietnam, reaching for plates and bowls across a shared table
Smiling tour staff member standing with arms crossed at a Vietnam cruise lodge entrance, framed by wooden posts and blue tiles
Kayakers and small tour boats drifting through a narrow limestone karst passage in Cat Ba, with cliffs rising on both sides
Sunset over a Vietnamese karst river, a boat resting on the water as mountain silhouettes fade into the orange sky
Shared meal spread on a glass table with white bowls of appetisers and sauces during a Cat Ba kayaking day
Kayak tour boat on calm Cat Ba Bay waters, framed by limestone karst cliffs—setting for bioluminescent-plankton kayaking
Group of travellers cheering on a boat deck in Cat Ba before heading out for a bioluminescent plankton kayaking experience
Kayaks glide past limestone karst cliffs at sunset in Cat Ba, with small tour boats nearby reflecting on calm water
Floating boat harbour with wooden fishing boats moored alongside limestone cliffs in Vietnam for kayaking
Sunrise-lit tour boats moored on calm water beside a jungle shoreline in Vietnam for a kayaking trip
Group kayaking at night in Cat Ba, bright blue water trails from bioluminescent plankton reflecting on the calm sea
Bioluminescent plankton glowing beside a kayak paddle on dark Cat Ba waters at night, with a local guide on board
Night kayaking with glowing bioluminescent water in Cat Ba, as a paddler heads across the dark bay silently
Blue-green bioluminescent plankton glowing in water, capturing the light that comes alive during night kayaking in Cat Ba
Inside a wooden Cat Ba tour boat in daytime, travellers seated at tables before heading out for a bioluminescent plankton kayak
Smiling friends on a night boat in Cat Ba, posing together during an outing linked to bioluminescent plankton kayaking
Cat Ba bay with a moored tour boat on calm water, surrounded by limestone cliffs under a hazy evening sky
Wooden boat cabin with long window sides, table seating, and stored kayaking gear—ready for a Cat Ba plankton kayak session
Kayaker paddling on blue water in Cat Ba, heading toward rugged limestone cliffs rising from the coastline
Tour boat anchored on a quiet bay in Cat Ba, surrounded by lush limestone hills under a soft sunset sky
Smiling traveller on cushioned seating at the front of a wooden boat, cruising across Cat Ba waters for kayaking
Wide view of calm sea in Cat Ba with a kayak heading along low limestone headlands under a pale evening sky
Nighttime Cat Ba pier with small boats moored and lights reflected on the water, ready for kayaking with bioluminescent plankton
Sunrise over Cat Ba water with a small tour boat drifting near the quay, calm reflections for a bioluminescent voyage
Traveller sitting on a boat with hands on head at Cat Ba sunrise, sunbeams over the bay before bioluminescent plankton kayaking
Small tour boats floating in calm water at dusk beside a sandy cove and sunlit limestone cliffs in Cat Ba
Wooden boat interior with rows of tables, paddle and life-jacket equipment, and open sea views through large windows for Cat Ba kayaking
Bioluminescent-plankton kayaking in Cat Ba Bay at night, glowing blue water as paddlers glide past dark limestone islands

Kayaking with Bioluminescent Plankton

A magical night of kayaking to see glowing plankton
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Up to 30 guests
DURATION
5 hours
Booking type
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Kayaking with glow-in-the-dark plankton!
Seeing bioluminescent plankton is one of the most magical and rare experiences to do in Cat Ba - and you can do it while kayaking at night!As you paddle, these marine organisms are disturbed and as a result, emit a beautiful blue-green sparkle in the water. Far from the city lights, Lan Ha Bay provides the perfect conditions for spotting these glowing plankton. They’re visible all year-round, but easiest to see on dark, moonless nights, and most active from May to September.While the highlight is seeing the glowing plankton, the rest of the evening is just as special. You’ll hop on a boat and cruise past floating fishing villages, listen to your guide share interesting insider stories, watch the sunset over the limestone mountains, and enjoy kayaking under the night sky. Guests also mention that the family-style Vietnamese dinner onboard is yummy!What to ExpectMeet at the office and hop on a bus to Cai Beo Harbor.Embark on a cruise through the charming Cai Beo floating village, the last of its kind in Northern Vietnam.Continue cruising through the scenic Lan Ha Bay, with a refreshing swim break and time to mingle with fellow travelers.Savour a delicious dinner featuring a variety of traditional Vietnamese dishes.After dinner, gear up for the highlight of the trip – kayaking with bioluminescent plankton!Your guide will take you to the best spots where these radiant organisms are most concentrated.Paddle through the water and watch it illuminate with every stroke, creating an unforgettable spectacle.Return to the floating platform and board the boat back to Beo Harbor.Arrive back at the harbor and hop on the bus for a comfortable ride back to your hotel.TipsWhile bioluminescent plankton can be seen year-round, the experience is most magical on nights with little to no moonlight.

Experience highlights

Silhouetted kayaker paddling in a sea cave at dusk between towering cliffs, with warm light reflecting on Vietnam’s water
See bioluminescent plankton!
Bioluminescent-plankton kayaking in Cat Ba Bay at night, glowing blue water as paddlers glide past dark limestone islands
Kayak under the night sky
Sunrise over Cat Ba water with a small tour boat drifting near the quay, calm reflections for a bioluminescent voyage
Lovely sunset cruise around Lan Ha Bay
Friends splash and raise their arms in shallow water at sunset off Cat Ba island, during a 2D1N floating homestay trip
Take a refreshing swim in the waters
Nighttime Cat Ba pier with small boats moored and lights reflected on the water, ready for kayaking with bioluminescent plankton
Cruise past local fishing villages
Group enjoying a sit-down meal aboard a wooden boat in Vietnam, reaching for plates and bowls across a shared table
Yummy family-style Vietnamese dinner

What You’ll be Doing

Cruise Cai Beo floating village, swim, kayak at night to see bioluminescence plankton.
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What’s Included

Dinner
Entrance fees
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Head light
Kayaks
Dry-bags
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Towel
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Start Point

Meet-up at Cat Ba Local's Office(229 Một Tháng Tư, Một Tháng Tư, Vietnam)
  • 15 mins before selected timeslot
  • Notes: please contact us if you need help with transport to and from Cat Ba

End Point

  • End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

Daily
04:00PM - 09:00PM

Suitability / Accessibility

  • Pet-Friendly
  • Infant seats available
  • Vegetarian food available
  • Child Friendly (No Minimum Age)

Cancellation & other policies

  • Cancellation

    Cancel 24 hours before activity for a full refund

  • Minimum Participants

    If there are fewer than 2 participants, the host may reschedule or refund your booking.
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  • A BIG SMILE
  • Camera
  • Clothes to change
  • Flip-flops or sandals
  • Snacks
  • Swimming suit
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Hi, I'm Tung! I'm all about sharing the unique spirit of Cat Ba Island. Back in the day, tourism here wasn't so organized. But inspired by my family's boat rental business, I decided to create special experiences for visitors starting in 2016. Let me show you the real Cat Ba!
Experience: 10 years
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