Cat Ba island, a popular travel destination which is known for active travellers with outdoor activities, boat tour, adventure travel and many more. Lan Ha bay is an alternative which is way less touristy than Halong Bay. Explore Cat Ba with a local private Cat Ba tour guide is the best way to see Cat Ba at your own pace and explore hidden spots which you can’t do it on your own and local experience.
Cat Ba is known as green island with lush green trees and amazing natural landscape with towering limestone cliffs from islands and islets in Lan Ha bay, a perfect option for those who like less touristy and off the beaten track. A great alternative to the overrated Halong Bay”
Cat Ba island is located in the Gulf of Tokin, in the South of Halong Bay, 30 minutes by ferry crossing to Got pier which is approximately 30 kilometers from the city Hai Phong, which takes 45 minutes to drive.
Lan Ha Bay
Lan Ha Bay is located on the Southwest of Cat Ba town, is an ideal place for boat day tour and overnight boat tour departing from Cai Beo pier, with numerous towing limestone karsts mountains, tons of fish farms, oysters farms, emerald green water for swimming, kayaking, fishing and snorkeling.
Very safe
I stayed in a motel in Cai Beo street and the ower told me to leave the motorbike outside without locking. I was shocked. He said that it was super save here. Your motorbike would be there when you woke up the following day. He was right. I don’t say everywhere in Cat Ba but some places on the island.
Cat Ba national park
The Cat Ba national park is a great place for active travellers and nature lovers with hiking, trekking in both short distance to Ngu Lam peak and a long hike to Viet Hai village, on the other side of the island.
The national park is home to Cat Ba langur, the Vietnam’s Endangered Primate, highly protected by the park rangers. The trekking tour into the national is recommended to go with a tour guide who are able to help you navigate the route and help with climbing over the sharpen rocks.
Fresh seafood
One of the best food that you should try in Cat Ba is fresh seafood. They area everywhere at local eateries and seafood restaurants. The food is affordable and good taste. You can also eat cheap seafood at some of the local store called “Com Binh Dan” – local buffet rice meal restaurants.
The people is friendly. I met boat owners, homestay owners and some vendors. They are all nice.
Cat Ba island and Lan Ba bay turns out as one of my top places to travel and guide in Vietnam. I love the fresh airs, seafood, the people and the magnificent view of Lan Ha Bay. I first got to Cat Ba island in 2010 when I were a tour guide for a company who owned Monkey island for a few years. Cat Ba has changed so much from that time but you’ never go wrong with the natural beauty of Cat Ba. Join me ona Cat Ba private guided tour from Hanoi/Ninh Binh/Hai Phong to have everything organised and show you the best sites Cat Ba offers. There is a variety in Cat Ba to choose from : Boat tour, trekking tour, kayaking tour, food tour, cycling tour, classic highlights and many more..
You want to travel off the beaten track in Cat Ba to avoid the crowds and enjoy quiet atmosphere around. I am here to help, maybe relax on a deserted beach which is just for you. Timing is the key and I know when to go and where to go, I can help you with that.
Hanoi Guide Smile , offer Cat Ba island tours and Lan Ha Bay private tours for travellers : solo travellers, couple, family with kid, group of friends, co-worker, company trip. Below is a tours in Cat Ba island that we offer
Lan Ha bay day tour from Cat Ba
This Lan Ha bay day tour is for those who have limited lime but want to see the best of Lan Ha bay in a day instead of spending the night on an overnight cruise. I will takes you see less visited areas in Lan Ha bay and enjoy fun activities like swimming and kayaking. Admire magnificent view of Lan ha Bay with numerous limestone karst mountains, deserted white sand beach, kayaking through caves is a great experience
This tour covers must-see attractions in Cat Ba island : Canon Fort, Trung Trang Cave or Hospital cave, cycling around the island, swimming on the beach and checking out the local fish market
Cat Ba national park trekking and wildlife
Trek through Cat Ba national park with a local private tour guide is a great way to see wildlife, nature and challenge yourself in a physical level but the view is absolutely amazing.
Cat Ba food tour
Want to eat the best food in Cat Ba but don’t know where to go. I will take you to local eateries to try out seafood, crab meat soup, Banh Mi bread stick, etc. This Cat Ba food tour also take you travel to local area where it’s hard to find on your own.
Suggested day trips from Cat Ba
Want to save time and have worry-free trip in Ninh Binh with a Cat Ba tour guide , Hanoi Guide Smile is happy to help to offer Cat Ba private tours which you travel at your own pace.
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