Cruise and visit of Bai Tu Long Bay
Next to the famous Halong Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay will appeal to those who are looking for an equally picturesque, less crowded and more authentic landscape. You will be fascinated by the spectacular seascape of limestone pillars and wild white sandy beaches.
Located in the east of Halong Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay covers an area of 100 hectares. This bay is similar to its big sister with some 600 islands and islets formed naturally over millions of years, creating an impressive landscape. It is worth a cruise to soak up the tranquility and hidden charms of nature.
According to the legend, when Vietnam was attacked by invaders, the Jade Emperor sent a mother dragon and her children to help the Vietnamese. They spat out many pearls which formed islands and islets. The place of descent of the dragon mother is called Ha Long while that of one of her sons is Bai Tu Long Bay.
Currently, Halong Bay is a victim of its success and is very crowded. Bai Tu Long Bay, with its advantages of a well preserved place, still wild, much less touristy, becomes an alternative for visitors during a trip to Vietnam.
In 2017, Bai Tu Long Bay was selected as the 38th ASEAN Heritage Park, meeting the required criteria of ecological integrity, representativeness, naturalness, or preservation.
How to get to Bai Tu Long Bay?
Bai Tu Long Bay is located 190 kilometers from the capital Hanoi. It takes about 4 hours to get there from Hanoi by car, motorcycle or bus. Several cruise companies organize shuttles from Hanoi.
When to go to Bai Tu Long Bay?
The best seasons to travel in Bai Tu Long Bay are from March to May and from October to November. The weather is dry and temperatures are pleasant. Travelers can enjoy clear skies and better outdoor activities.
Winter lasts from December to February. It is cold and the bay is covered with fog sometimes.
In summer, from June to September, we suffer from high temperatures and more frequent rainfall, but the bay is still feasible.
What to do during a cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay?
Enjoy the sublime landscapes of the bay
A cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay allows you to enjoy the nature and the majestic landscapes. Don’t forget to enjoy the sunrise and sunset from the boat. Surrounded by emerald waters and many islands and islets, you will be immersed in its unique atmosphere and breathtaking natural landscapes.
Visit the floating village of Vung Vieng
Vung Vieng is located in the heart of Bai Tu Long Bay. A visit to this floating village allows you to immerse yourself in a quiet and peaceful place and to discover the local culture with the fishermen who have lived here for generations.
Discover the Thien Canh Son cave
Thien Canh Son cave is located in the protected area of Cong Do Island. Once inside the cave, you find yourself in a wonderful world with stalagmites and stalactites of various shapes (lotus, monkey, seal, chandelier …)
Kayaking
Kayaking is one of the activities not to be missed during a cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay. At the rhythm of the oars around thousands of sugar loaves, it is an opportunity to discover inaccessible corners. The clear water and the calm atmosphere relax you completely..
Relaxing at the beach
Dotted with many islands and islets, Bai Tu Long Bay is the ideal place to enjoy beautiful pristine beaches. What could be more exciting than swimming in the crystal clear waters? You feel like in another world.
Practice Tai Chi
Tai Chi at sunrise allows you to wake up gently to start your day well. It is also an opportunity to appreciate the paradisiacal beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay. At sunrise, the islands and islets stand out on a background of black to red and then to blue.
Participate in a cooking class on board
Before dinner time, you will have the opportunity to attend a cooking class, you will learn how to make Nems or spring rolls, traditional Vietnamese dishes. It will be a great experience.
Thanks to its unspoiled beauty, Bai Tu Long Bay is an alternative that offers you an unforgettable stay away from mass tourism.
