Spend a full day exploring the quieter corners of Lan Ha Bay by boat and kayak. Paddle through caves, visit the historic Cai Beo floating village, swim at Ba Trai Dao, and finish with a sunset cruise back to Cat Ba.
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You step onto the polished wood of a day boat as Cat Ba Town yawns awake behind you—fishermen untangling nets, gulls circling low. The hull slides into green water framed by limestone karsts that rise like islands of forested rock. By midday you trade the boat for a kayak, probing narrow cave mouths where light falls in shafts and water whispers through chambers.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most travelers with light-to-moderate fitness; requires short periods of paddling and the ability to climb in and out of a small boat.
Wildlife
History
Cai Beo is one of Vietnam’s oldest floating villages, reflecting generations of marine-based life and craft; the bay’s karst forms date from long-term marine erosion.
Conservation
Tourism places pressure on fragile karst and marine ecosystems—choose operators who limit group size, avoid touching coral, and follow local waste rules.
Reserve your spot on the Full Day Boat Tour in Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba Archipelago today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a dry bag
Protect phone, passport, and camera—water on deck and in kayaks is inevitable, and a small dry bag fits under seats.
Sun protection is crucial
UV reflects off the water; use reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses, and a wide-brim hat for the midday sun.
Be ready for moderate activity
Kayaking involves short paddles through caves and calm channels—wear quick-dry clothes and shoes you don’t mind wetting.
Follow the guide on wildlife etiquette
Do not approach or feed animals—sightings like the Cat Ba langur are rare and require distance to avoid disturbance.
Dry bag (10–20L)
Keeps electronics and documents safe during transfers and kayaking.
Reef-safe sunscreen & sunglasses
Protects skin and eyes from prolonged sun exposure on open water.
summer
Light waterproof layer or windbreaker
Useful for cooler mornings or windy conditions on the return cruise.
spring
Water shoes or sandals with straps
Provide traction on wet decks and comfort for beach landings and kayaking.
summer