Lan Ha Bay Boutique Day Cruise
Overview
The quieter, wilder twin of Ha Long. Cruise through Lan Ha's 400+ karsts on a small-group boutique boat - fewer tourists, cleaner water, and more time to kayak the hidden lagoons.
Highlights
- Small boutique boat (max 16 guests) for a quieter bay experience
- Kayak through Dark & Bright Cave and hidden sea arches
- Swim at a secluded white-sand beach
- Fresh Vietnamese seafood lunch on board
- Visit a working floating fishing village
- Round-trip comfortable transport from Hanoi
Tour Schedule
- 7:30 AM
Hotel Pickup - Hanoi
Pickup from your Hanoi hotel. Air-conditioned limousine van to Got Pier (approx. 3 hrs) with rest stop.
- 11:30 AM
Board the Cruise
Welcome aboard with a chilled drink. Safety briefing and cabin orientation. Sail into Lan Ha Bay.
- 12:30 PM
Lunch on Board
Seven-course seafood lunch: steamed prawns, grilled fish, stir-fried squid, morning glory, spring rolls, Vietnamese rice, seasonal fruit.
- 2:00 PM
Kayak + Dark & Bright Cave
Paddle through the narrow karst passages of Dark & Bright Cave - one of Lan Ha's signature experiences.
- 3:30 PM
Swim + Beach Stop
Swim at a secluded beach, or relax on the sundeck with a drink.
- 4:30 PM
Floating Village + Return
Sail past a working fishing village, return to Got Pier.
- 5:30 PM
Drive Back to Hanoi
Return drive to Hanoi with drop-off at your hotel around 8:30 PM.
What's in the box
What's Included
- Round-trip transport from Hanoi (limousine van)
- English-speaking tour guide
- Full-day boutique cruise on Lan Ha Bay
- Seven-course seafood lunch
- Kayak equipment and life jackets
- All entrance fees and permits
- Bottled water (2 bottles per person)
Good to Know
- Lan Ha has fewer tourist boats than Ha Long - better for photography
- Wear swimwear under your clothes for a quick kayak transition
- Bring a dry bag for phone/camera during kayaking
- Best season: Apr-Oct (warm water); Nov-Mar is cooler but calm
- Placeholder images - real Lan Ha photos to be swapped in
Not Included
- Travel insurance
- Drinks (soft drinks, beer, wine) on board
- Personal expenses and shopping
- Tips for guide and driver
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