Set amidst pristine natural landscapes, Halong Bay is not only one of the most beautiful places in Vietnam, but the world too, offering much to explore and experience.
A Bay of Wonders
Located in northeast Vietnam, Halong Bayis home to over a thousand islands and islets as well as secluded beaches, lush forests and awe-inspiring limestone karsts. A UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Gulf of Tonkin, it can be explored on a Halong Bay cruise which provides an unforgettable experience.
Traversing the Bay
There are several ways to explore the bay depending on how long you want to spend and your budget. Apart from junk boat tours, luxury voyages offered by the likes of Bhaya Cruises provide one day and overnight excursions too. Some operators also include kayaking expeditions which add to the adventure.
Key Attractions
With so much to see, narrowing down the key attractions in Halong Bay is no easy task! There are many ancient caves to explore including the Me Cung and Sung Sot caves with intriguing stalagmites and stalactites. The Cat Ba National Park, Dau Be Island, the Vung Vieng Fishing Village and Hon Ga Choi Island(‘Fighting Cocks’ island) are worth visiting as well.
Sublime Beaches
One of the best things to do in Halong Bay is to head to some of its many beaches which offer pristine shorelines to soak up the sun. Again, there is much to choose from; amongst the most idyllic are the Ngoc Vung, Titop, Minh Chau and Soi Sim beach all providing picturesque backdrops too.
