#Ha Long Bay

Limestone karst islands and turquoise water of Lan Ha Bay seen from a boat near Cat Ba Island, Vietnam

Regions & cities Updated 18 August 2026

Cat Ba Island, the Quieter Base Beside Ha Long Bay

Cat Ba Island, the largest island near Ha Long Bay: a national park, limestone karsts, Lan Ha Bay, beaches and treks, and how it compares to a cruise.

Traditional cruise boats sailing among towering limestone karst islands in Ha Long Bay, northern Vietnam

Beaches, islands & nature Updated 9 July 2026

Ha Long Bay Cruise Guide: Day vs Overnight and How to Book

How to choose a Ha Long Bay cruise: day trip or overnight, the quieter Lan Ha Bay, what to look for when booking, when to go, and how to avoid the crowds.

#Ha Long Bay

2 guides tagged #Ha Long Bay

Cat Ba Island, the Quieter Base Beside Ha Long Bay

Ha Long Bay Cruise Guide: Day vs Overnight and How to Book