Lan Ha Bay Tour Route Itinerary – Travel Guide

Lan Ha Bay is one of the most ideal destinations in Cat Ba, Hai Phong. It is renowned as one of the most beautiful seascapes in the world. Lan Ha Bay boasts crystal-clear waters, lush green natural landscapes, and fresh air. Exploring Cat Ba through the various cruise routes that traverse Lan Ha Bay is the best choice.

If you want to know which boat routes are available in Lan Ha Bay and when the best time to visit is, take the time to follow the travel guide to Cat Ba shared by Onevivu below!

Type of boats to explore Lan Ha Bay

There are three types of tourist boats currently operating for exploring Lan Ha Bay:

• Overnight cruise boats  designed to accommodate from 6 to 60 passengers.
• Day cruise boats with a capacity ranging from 18 to 99 passengers.
• High-speed motorboats for sightseeing in Lan Ha Bay, capable of carrying 5-10 passengers.

The current rental prices for these boats range from 2 to 6 million VND depending on the number of people and hours booked. If opting for a motorboat, the prices start from 500,000 to 1 million VND.

The best time to visit Lan Ha Bay is from May to August. During this period, the weather is clear, not excessively hot, and less affected by rain and wind, making it ideal for sightseeing, enjoying the marvels of Lan Ha Bay, and taking Instagram-worthy pictures. From September to November, the air is also fresh, but this period might be more suitable for relaxation rather than cruising around Lan Ha Bay.

Lan Ha Bay tour routes

The Lan Ha Bay tours currently offer three organized itineraries to explore the bay systematically. You can consider one of the three routes below to visit Lan Ha Bay according to your preferences.

Route 1: Beo Dock – Fishing Village – Monkey Island – Beo Dock

From Beo Dock, the cruise will take you to visit the Fishing Village. This picturesque village remains intact, nestled beside the crystal-clear waters. Here, you can experience the life of local fishermen, take photographs, and explore several beautiful spots.

After the tour of the Fishing Village, the boat will transport you to Monkey Island, also known as Cat Dua Island. Here, you can swim, admire the scenery, paddle boats, and interact with adorable monkeys.

There’s a high mountain peak on Monkey Island, offering a panoramic view of Lan Ha Bay. The water surrounding the island is so clear that you can see the seabed and the creatures swimming within. Monkey Island also offers reasonably priced snorkeling services with high-quality gear. At the end of this journey, the cruise will take you back to Beo Dock.

This itinerary is shorter, covering only 2 destinations: the Fishing Village and Monkey Island. If you wish to experience more unique landscapes of Lan Ha Bay, you can explore routes 2 and 3.

Route 2: Beo Dock – Fishing Village – Monkey Island – Turtle Islet – Viet Hai Harbor – Quai To – Three Peaches Beach – Dark Cave – Bright Cave – Beo Dock

This is an extended expedition encompassing more sightseeing spots within Lan Ha Bay. Starting from Beo Dock, travelers will explore the picturesque Fishing Village reminiscent of a painting. Then, they’ll move on to Monkey Island for swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, and scenic admiration. Next, visitors will arrive at Turtle Islet, home to beautiful beaches akin to other locations and a chance to frolic with the monkeys.

After concluding the trip at Monkey Island, travelers will be transported to Turtle Islet to witness the pristine landscape of Van Boi. Particularly, they’ll behold the beauty of Viet Hai Harbor and Three Peaches Beach. Subsequently, travelers will be taken by boat to Dark Cave and Bright Cave.

Spanning approximately 70 meters, Bright Cave and Dark Cave boast richly formed rock sculptures, a natural wonder bestowed by nature. Sitting aboard the boat, you’ll take in the scenery and breathe the fresh air. Finally, the journey concludes by returning to Beo Dock.

Route 3: Got Pier – Gia Luận – Tra Bau – Ang Ong Cam – Dark Cave – Bright Cave – Gia Luận – Got Pier

The journey commences from Got Pier (in Cat Hai town) to explore the Phu Long mangrove forest along the way and stop at Gia Luận to visit the 50-meter-high Hoa Cuong stone cave. Here, millions of years of geological formations have created stunningly beautiful and magnificent basalt columns.

Upon concluding the visit to Gia Luận, travelers will be transported to Tra Bau and Ang Ong Cam to explore the aquaculture area and partake in activities such as kayaking and scenic views.

Subsequently, the journey continues to Dark Cave and Bright Cave to admire the wonders of nature before returning to Gia Luận and concluding the trip at Got Pier.

Exploring Lan Ha Bay typically spans from 6 to 8 hours, depending on the chosen route for visitors to explore the beauty of Lan Ha Bay in Cat Ba. Lan Ha is one of the most stunning bays in Hai Phong that you shouldn’t miss when visiting Cat Ba. Wishing you an enriching Lan Ha Bay tour filled with fascinating experiences!