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A compact two-day itinerary that pairs Lan Ha Bay’s karst scenery with trekking into Cat Ba National Park and an overnight in Viet Hai Village. Paddle quiet lagoons by day and kayak amid bioluminescent plankton by night.
A compact two-day itinerary that pairs Lan Ha Bay’s karst scenery with trekking into Cat Ba National Park and an overnight in Viet Hai Village. Paddle quiet lagoons by day and kayak amid bioluminescent plankton by night.
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Operated by Authentic PHU QUOC · Cat Ba Town, Hai Phong
The morning air on the boat tastes of salt and limestone dust as islands begin to rise like carved walls from glassy water. Paddle strokes carry you between karst towers while gulls circle overhead and the boat’s crew prepares a midday spread of Vietnamese dishes. On day one the route threads Lan Ha Bay’s quieter channels — dark caves, emerald lagoons and a floating fishing village where nets and netsmen still govern the day.
moderate.
2 days.
Suitable for travelers in regular physical condition; involves short hikes, cycling on flat village paths, and multiple short kayak sessions.
Trek sections are generally short with some steeper pitches; most routes suit average fitness and are rated easy-to-moderate.
Yes—guided sea-kayak sessions cover basic paddling and safety; calm lagoons are suitable for novices.
Homestays in Viet Hai are basic jungle bungalows with private rooms (shared occupancy options) and local hospitality, not luxury hotels.
Yes—the itinerary includes stops at remote beaches like Ba Trai Dao and Monkey Island for swimming and short treks.
The karst islands have been navigational landmarks and fishing grounds for coastal communities for centuries; Cai Beo is one of the oldest floating villages in northern Vietnam.
Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba National Park are sensitive ecosystems—stick to marked trails, avoid touching corals, and minimize single-use plastics to reduce impact.
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