Escape Halong Bay crowds with a guided trek in Cat Ba National Park. Hike, bike, kayak, and explore wildlife, local culture, and stunning scenery.
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Cat Ba Town - The bus and tour guide will pick guests up from their hotel in Cat Ba Town to begin the journey to Cat Ba National Park.
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Cat Ba National Park - Cat Ba National Park, a World Heritage Site and biosphere reserve in northern Vietnam, is the next stop. Upon arrival, the tour guide will assist with entrance tickets and lead a hike starting from the park’s entry. The hike will pass three peaks: Ang Vat, May Bau, and Ang Phay, where there will be short breaks for photos and to enjoy the diverse viewpoints. The route to Frog Pond takes about 2.5 hours, offering opportunities for bird watching and sightseeing in the primary forest. Frog Pond, the largest freshwater lake on Cat Ba Island, features unique Va Nuoc trees and is surrounded by about 400 islands and 130 small golden sand beaches, creating a stunning natural landscape. This route connects the park center to Viet Hai Village.
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Viet Hai Village - After a 30-minute break, the journey continues to Viet Hai Village, approximately 4 km away. The path is mostly downhill and flat, making it an easy walk. Upon arrival, guests will meet the friendly locals living within the National Park and enjoy a delicious home-cooked lunch at a local house. After lunch, there will be a chance to cycle around the village, which has nearly 100 houses, and try a fish massage in a cool stream or local fish pond. The cycling route from Viet Hai Village to Viet Hai Harbor is about 5 km and is considered the most beautiful road for cycling.
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Lan Ha Bay - The boat will stop at a floating house to observe local life on the waters of Lan Ha Bay, one of the most beautiful bays in the world. Guests can kayak to explore the bay. On the return trip to Cat Ba Town, the boat will visit Cai Beo Floating Village, the oldest floating village in Vietnam, with hundreds of houses on the water.
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Cat Ba Town - Upon arrival at Ben Beo Harbor, guests will be driven back to their hotel in Cat Ba Town, concluding the trip.
- Entrance fees, Bicycle or Golf car
- A delicious Vietnamese lunch
- Experienced English-speaking tour guide
- 1 bottle of water/ per person
- Explore the beauty of Cat Ba National Park, Viet Hai Village & Lan Ha Bay
- Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Cat Ba Town Center
- Trekking, biking, Kayaking, Boat from Viet Hai back to Cat Ba Town
- Personal expenses & Drinks
- Holiday surcharge & Other services are not listed above
Avoiding the crowds of Halong Bay can be challenging, but a guided trek through Cat Ba National Park provides a delightful alternative. Trek to Frog Lake, keeping an eye out for wildlife such as deer, snakes, native cats, squirrels, and the endangered langur. Enjoy a home-cooked lunch in the picturesque Viet Hai village, where you’ll meet welcoming locals. Later, discover the serene beauty of Lan Ha Bay, visit a floating fishing village, and relax on a tranquil beach. This adventure perfectly combines wildlife sightings, cultural experiences, and breathtaking scenery for an unforgettable journey.
- Make sure to eat breakfast before you start the activity
- We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
