Cat Ba Island
2 days 1 night
SUP, Trekking
6/10
$181 USD
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Here is the most exciting trip to fully explore the natural world of Cat Ba Island. Trekking through the ancient forest, spending one night in Viet Hai village, and paddling a SUP or kayaking on Lan Ha Bay will offer you unforgettable experiences. The trekking route is not too difficult but the challenges are enough to make you feel elated when you emerge from the forest and catch sight of the peaceful rooftops in the Viet Hai valley. After trekking through the forest is a fun challenge that works up a sweat, a SUP or kayaking trip from Viet Hai Wharf to Ba Trai Dao Bay will be especially appealing, particularly in the summer, as we'll have plenty of stops to swim and relax in the crystal-clear waters of Lan Ha Bay.

Highlight

Trekking through exciting Cat Ba National Park

Staying at homestay in Viet Hai village

Padding SUP to explore the vast, pristine Lan Ha Bay  

Having support boat accompanying the entire paddling route

Having professional and experienced tour guides

 

SUMMARY

  • Departure Point: Ha Noi

  • Duration: 2 days 1 night

  • Destination: Cat Ba Island

  • Activities: SUP

  • Min : 5 people

  • Best time: Year-round

  • Max : 15 people

  • Difficulty level: 6/10

ITINERARY
1st day: Ha Noi – Cat Ba National Park – Viet Hai village

06:30 – Departing for Cat Ba. Upon arriving at Cat Hai, we will take a ferry to Cat Ba Island, then keep going by car to Cat Ba National Park. After preparing the necessary gear, we begin our trek through the forest to Viet Hai Village, an ancient village isolated in a large valley, accessible only by trekking through the forest or by boat from Lan Ha Bay. 

After about 2 hours of walking, we will stop for lunch at Frog pond, a small swamp and a paradise for frogs, situated at 100 meters above sea level. Our lunch will be a picnic lunch provided to each person before the trek. After having lunch at Frog pond, we keep hiking  to Viet Hai Village. Along the way, we will make several stops for resting  and taking photos. 

After about 4 hours of trekking, we will arrive at Viet Hai Village. Checking in, taking a shower, and having a rest. Before having dinner, we will have time to take a walk around Viet Hai Village or enjoy a relaxing foot soak in the stream running through the ecolodge. Dinner will be served at the ecolodge, followed by relaxing time around the campfire until bedtime.

Accommodation in Viet Hai Village: Whisper Nature Ecolodge. The ecolodge offers rooms for 2, 3, or 4 people. Depending on group size or room availability, the tour operator will arrange suitable accommodations for the group.

* Meals included: Lunch, Dinner

 

2nd day: Viet Hai village – Lan Ha Bay – Ba Trai Dao Bay – Cat Ba – Ha Noi

07:00 – Having breakfast at the ecolodge. After that, we will take an electric car to Viet Hai Wharf. The road from the village to the wharf is very scenic, passing through the forest and being flanked by towering cliffs. At the wharf, we will board a boat to Lan Ha Bay and begin kayaking from the middle of the bay to a beautiful, secluded area far from Cat Ba called Ba Trai Dao (Three Peaches). This area is known for its quiet, pristine beaches. Depending on the season and tides, we may also have the opportunity to snorkel and explore the coral reefs. After exploring some beaches, we will have lunch on the boat in Ba Trai Dao Bay. Then, we will return to Cat Ba and come back to Hanoi, the program will be finished around 19:00 upon our arrival in Ha Noi.

* Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

 

INCLUSION/EXCLUSION

Inclusion:

  • Supporting boat
  • Round-trip bus: Ha Noi – Cat Ba – Ha Noi
  • SUP & trekking gear
  • Homestay at Viet Hai village
  • Meals as the schedule on the itinerary
  • Tour guides
  • Drinking water
  • Fee for entrance tickets
  • Travel insurance 

Exclusion:

  • Other kinds of beverage unlist in the tour program
  • Personal expenses
  • Transportation fee before and after the trip
  • Beverages during meals

 

 

THE EQUIPMENT NECESSARY

Equipment provided by us:

  • SUP & gear
  • Trekking pole
  • Gloves
  • First aid bag 

Essential stuff you need to bring: 

  • Trekking backpack 10L - 20L
  • Trekking shoes/sandals, and waterproof trekking shoes
  • Winter: warm clothes, windbreaker, thermal jacket, wetsuit 
  • Summer: Quick-drying clothes, long-sleeved swimsuit (rashguard), hat, sunglasses, gloves, sunscreen...
  • Undergarments
  • ID card or Passport
  • Flashlight
  • Water Bottle (1 liter) 

Other items you may consider to bring:

  • Personal medicine
  • Spare clothes
  • Towels, hand sanitizers
  • Waterproof phone pouch   
 
TOUR EQUIPMENT