Duration:
2 days 1 night
Activity:
Trekking
Level:
6/10
Price
$187 /person
Tour overview

Explore the wilderness of Cat Ba Island. Go trekking through Cat Ba National Park and paddle boarding in the crystal clear water of Lan Ha Bay.

Join this tour and experience everything Cat Ba Island has to offer. Other than just swimming on the crowed beach or caves visiting, you can follow the trail in Cat Ba National Park, get to the other side of the island, where you can stay in a  hidden and peaceful fishing village of Viet Hai. On the 2nd day, you can spend your time exploring the secluded and quiet beaches of Lan Ha Bay, with your own paddle.

Trip highlights

  • Trekking in Cat Ba National Park
  • Paddling in Lan Ha Bay
  • Explore the untouched side of Cat Ba Island
  •  BBQ on beach (if weather permits & group over 10 persons)
  •  Friendly and professional English-speaking tour guide
Summary
Departure from:
Ha Noi
Destination:
Cat Ba island
Duration:
2 days 1 night
Activity:
Trekking
Min:
5 people
Max:
20 people
Best season:
Year-round
Level:
6/10
Journey
Day 1: Hanoi – Cat Ba National Park – Viet Hai Village

06:30 Our tour guide will pick you up at your hotel. Get on the bus and travel to Cat Ba Town. Have lunch then head to Cat Ba National Park. Receive safety instruction and start trekking to Viet Hai Village.

16:30 Arrive at Viet Hai Village. Check-in at Nature Whisper Homestay and relax. Have dinner and spend the night at the homestay.

* Homestay in Viet Hai: it provides rooms for 2, 3 and 4 persons each room. Depend on the size of the group, the tour guide will help you find your room and your roommate.

* Have lunch before trekking

* Dinner at Viet Hai

 

Day 2: Viet Hai Village – Viet Hai Quay – Lan Ha Bay – Ba Trai Dao Lagoon – Dark Cave – Cat Ba – Hanoi

 07:00 Breakfast at homestay. 08:00 Get on the electric car and head to Viet Hai Quay. We will start paddling from here to Ba Trai Dao Lagoon. Arriving at Ba Trai Dao, we will stop and have lunch on the beach or on the boat (depend on the weather and the group size). After lunch, we continue exploring the secluded beaches and bays of Lan Ha before heading getting on the boat to get back to Cat Ba. Take the bus back to Hanoi. The tour ends when you are back at the hotel.

* We have boat(s) following the group to support and ensure safety.

* Lunch: BBQ on beach (if weather permits & group over 10 persons)

* The majority of our lunch is seafood. Let us know if you are vegetarian or allergic to seafood

* Detailed program can be adjusted depending on the weather.

Inclusion & Exclusion
Tour prices include
  • Homestay in Viet Hai
  • Entrance fees
  • SUP/Kayak and equipment
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Meals (1B, 1L, 1D)
  • Support boat
  • Water
Exclusion
  • Beverage
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Transportation before and after the tour
Departure schedule
Month 10/2026
Month 11/2026
Start date End date Slot Price
30/10/2026 31/10/2026 20
Price
$187
USD
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Start date End date Slot Price
13/11/2026 14/11/2026 20
Price
$187
USD
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Difficulty of the activity

Difficulty Level (6/10): Most people can participate in the tour, children from 6 years old and above also can join with parents. It will be easier and more comfortable for you to experience outdoor activities if you have good preparation for physical training before the trip. The duration of each trip is generally 2 days. With those trekking tours at this level, it might take 2 – 3 hours/day to do the trek with the relatively easy terrain. At the same level, the kayaking and SUP tours, 2 – 3 hours/ days paddling with the large water surface, and plenty of times to take photos and rest as well.

Suggested physical training: Practice running or kayaking/SUP 1 - 2 weeks in advance. Run twice a week, each session 3 - 5km every night. Or paddling from 2- 3 times, each time is 5 km.

Equipment
Equipment provided by UA:
  • SUP/ Kayak
  • Dry bag
  • Life-vest
  • First-aid kit
Essential stuff you need to bring:
  • Swimwear for summer
  • Warm clothing for winter
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Waterproof case for phones
  • Flip-flops/ sandals
  • Insect repellent
  • Trekking shoes
  • Passport or ID
Other items you may consider to bring:
  • Spare clothes
  • A cap (or a wide-brimmed hat) and sunglasses 
  • If you wear glasses, it's important to have a glasses strap to prevent them from falling off while paddleboarding. Note: Avoid wearing a full-length wetsuit as it will be very hot and inconvenient when you need to use the restroom
TOUR EQUIPMENT
Essential info

Important info

 Please be aware that the price on the website is for a group tour of 5 persons. If your group is less than 5 persons, please contact us to get price for smaller group.

 Read our Booking terms & conditions

Address: 117 Van Cao Street, Ba Dinh, Hanoi

Skype: kienatv

Mobile: +84979800588

Email: booking.tour@umove.com.vn

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