Lan Ha Bay is one of the most stunning and captivating destinations on Cat Ba Island, located in Hai Phong City. Spanning over 7,000 hectares—with 5,400 hectares managed directly by the Cat Ba National Park—Lan Ha Bay rivals the magnificence of Halong Bay. It features over 400 magnificent large and small islands embraced by diverse vegetation, pristine golden sandy coves, fascinating caves, and crystal-clear turquoise waters ideal for scuba diving and coral reef exploration.
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If you have limited time to fully experience the splendor of Lan Ha Bay, you may choose Itinerary 1, the shortest and most concise route on the bay. This journey encompasses key highlights including Beo Pier – Floating Fishing Village – Monkey Island – Beo Pier. The cruise duration is approximately 3 to 4 hours. Ticket prices and associated costs vary depending on the vessel category and tailored services.
To ensure travelers can fully discover the most exceptional destinations across the Halong-Lan Ha heritage region, cruise organizers and the Lan Ha Bay – Cat Ba Management Board have curated a diverse selection of itineraries tailored to every traveler’s unique preferences. Among them, Itinerary 1 stands out as an engaging and distinctive route, offering guests unforgettable experiences of pristine nature and the rich cultural heritage of the locals.
General Introduction to Lan Ha Bay Itinerary 1
Itinerary 1 invites guests to explore renowned highlights of Lan Ha Bay, such as traditional floating villages and the famed Monkey Island. This voyage grants travelers a closer look at the daily lives and livelihoods of local fishermen, alongside an appreciation of the rich biodiversity characterizing the Lan Ha Bay – Cat Ba Biosphere Reserve.
Three primary vessel categories are available for your exploration: overnight cruise ships (traditional wooden, steel, or iron vessels) accommodating from 6 to 60 guests; hourly day-cruises (wooden or steel vessels) with a capacity of 18 to 99 passengers; and high-speed motorcanoes ideal for intimate groups of 5 to 10 guests.
Lan Ha Bay Itinerary 1
Half-Day Lan Ha Bay Cruise Charter Rates (4 Hours)
– For groups of 10 – 20 guests, charter rates range from: 2,500,000 VND – 3,500,000 VND per boat per half-day.
– For groups of 25 – 50 guests, charter rates range from: 3,800,000 VND – 5,500,000 VND per boat per half-day.
Highlight Attractions on Lan Ha Bay Itinerary 1
Departing from Beo Pier, the cruise glides past vibrant floating fish farms scattered across the emerald waters. Home to over 300 expansive fish-farming rafts, this is the largest aquaculture hub in Cat Hai district and Hai Phong City. Guests are welcome to step aboard any raft of their choice to marvel at a rich variety of marine life, including cobia, red snapper, grouper, sea bass, prawns, crabs, and numerous mollusks such as oysters, green-lipped mussels, and carpet clams. Following this immersive visit to the floating aquaculture community, the vessel continues onward to Cat Dua Island, universally known as Monkey Island. This idyllic spot offers pristine swimming conditions, where crystal-clear waters reveal schools of tiny fish darting gracefully beneath the surface, framed by powdery white sand beaches formed from coral fragments.
Nestled deep within the verdant core of Cat Ba National Park on Cat Ba Island, Cat Hai district, Hai Phong, Viet Hai is an enchanting and secluded fishing village. Spanning a modest area of approximately 141 hectares and home to just around 70 households, this ancient village boasts a heritage stretching back over a century. According to local lore, generations ago, fishermen navigating Lan Ha Bay sought refuge from a fierce storm in this sheltered cove, where they serendipitously discovered a pure freshwater spring and chose to settle permanently. Framed by majestic limestone karsts, pristine ocean waters, dense jungle, and a rich ecosystem, Viet Hai offers visitors an unforgettable communion with nature and authentic rural life. Guests can reach this picturesque village via two distinct routes: a scenic coastal boat journey or an adventurous motorbike ride through the jungle canopy.
Eco-experience in Viet Hai Fishing Village
Originally named Cat Dua Island (Pineapple Island), Monkey Island is a premier destination situated approximately 1.5 kilometers south of Cat Ba town. Despite its compact size of roughly 0.2 square kilometers, the island boasts breathtaking scenery and unique wildlife.
As part of the Cat Ba National Park archipelago, Monkey Island has welcomed travelers for over two decades. Its defining charm is a resident troop of approximately 20 playful golden macaques. Friendly and mischievous, these monkeys frequently venture down to the shoreline to interact with visitors and accept treats such as fresh fruit and sweets—hence the endearing moniker, Monkey Island.
Monkey Island features two gorgeous beaches: Cat Dua 1 and Cat Dua 2. Cat Dua 1, located on the eastern shore, stretches over 200 meters with powdery white sand and translucent azure waters. Cat Dua 2, situated on the southeast coast, extends over 100 meters, secluded behind a tiger-shaped rocky promontory and graced by a lush garden teeming with vibrant foliage and singing birds.
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