Spend a night aboard a luxury cruise through Ha Long and Lan Ha Bays in a 60 m² President Sun Terrace Suite. Paddle into caves, join a tai chi sunrise, try squid fishing at night and sleep with panoramic limestone views.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off the speedboat and the limestone islands tower like vertical cliffs rising from a glassy sea. The President Sun Terrace Suite opens with floor-to-ceiling windows and a private sun terrace that frames karst pinnacles and early-morning fog. Below, crews lay out kayaks and bamboo boats; above, the sky slides through the colors of sunset.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days, 1 night
Fitness Level
Suitable for most travelers who can climb boarding ladders and handle short paddling or swims; basic mobility recommended.
Wildlife
History
Ha Long Bay has been inhabited for millennia; its karst landscape has shaped local fishing and boat-building traditions and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its geology and scenic value.
Conservation
Boat operators are shifting to reef-friendly practices—avoid single-use plastics, use reef-safe sunscreen and follow crew guidance to reduce your impact on fragile marine habitats.
Reserve your spot on the President Sun Terrace Cabin on Greatest Cruises in Halong Bay today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring motion-sickness remedies
Seas can be calm or choppy—carry patches or pills and sit midship if you’re prone to nausea.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Apply sunscreen before swimming and kayaking to protect coral and marine life.
Pack a dry bag
Keep electronics and documents dry during transfers and kayaking.
Carry small cash
Have Vietnamese đồng for tips, extra drinks or small souvenirs in floating villages.
Waterproof dry bag
Protects phones, cameras and documents during transfers and kayaking.
Motion-sickness medication or wristbands
Useful on choppy days or if you’re sensitive to boat movement.
Quick-dry swimwear and towel
For swimming from the boat and kayaking comfort.
Reef-safe sunscreen and sun hat
Protects skin and the bay’s marine environment during long sun exposure.