Top Things to do in Halong Bay 2020

Top Things to do in Halong Bay 2020

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Top Things to do in Halong Bay 2020

  1. Beauty spa & massage
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  1. Kayaking

One of the best things to do in Halong Bay is discovering the place yourself on your own kayak. The emerald water of Halong with calm water and many hidden tunnels make a perfect setting for kayaking.

The Genesis Regal is brand new superb luxurious cruise in Halong-Lan ha bay
Kayak- The Genesis Regal Cruises in Halong-Lan ha bay

There are a total of 9 hot-spots where kayaking is allowed:

  • Ba Hang Fishing Village
  • Luon Cave
  • Tung Sau area
  • Cua Van fishing village
  • Vung Vieng fishing village
  • Ho Dong Tien area
  • Trinh Nu Cave
  • Cong Do area
  • Co Cave Area
  • Dark and Bright Caves

 

Cruises that offer FREE kayaking include:

  • Golden Star Cruises
  • Glory Cruise
  • Maya Cruises
  • Ancora Cruises
  • Pelican Cruise
  • Aphrodite Cruise
  • Carina Cruise
  • Grayline Cruise
  • Stellar Cruise
  • Paloma Cruise
  • Athena Cruises

 

The majority of mid-range and budget cruises offer kayaking free of charge while most luxury cruise will charge kayaking for a fee. Tour guide and staff on board will gladly introduce you to mastering your kayak in case you are not familiar with the activity. This has been the highlight for the majority of tourists who took a cruise trip to Halong Bay and will surely a time to remember for you too.

 

Updates: From 1st May 2017, kayaking activities will resume for all cruises in Halong Bay for both day cruise and overnight cruise (after temporary suspension from April 1st -30th).

  1. Tai Chi Exercises
Do Tai Chi on Orchid Cruises Halong Bay- Lan Ha Bay Luxury Halong Cruises
Do Tai Chi on Orchid Cruises 

Engaging in Tai Chi session in the early morning is the perfect way to start your new day in Halong Bay. Tai Chi is a gently physical exercise combining deep breathing and relaxation with slow and easy movements. A form of martial art, Tai Chi is extremely beneficial for your health as it helps to reduce stress, prevent falls, and improve balance and general mobility. You are strongly recommended to wake up early and participate in the session.

Most Tai Chi classes are held between 6:30am – 7:00am, on sundeck if it’s sunny and in the dining hall if it rains.

  1. Squid Fishing at Night

Squid fishing is considered the most engaging activity in the evening for many cruises. However, please be noted that this activity can only be held when weather permits. Normally, the ideal time for squid fishing is from April to around January of the next year. In the early season, squid is very small, so, if you want to catch the biggest squid, visit Halong Bay in the peak season of squid, from August to December, especially in October and November (see Best time to visit Halong Bay for more information).fishing-amira cruise halong

Squid Fishing on Dolphin Cruises

When the night falls, after enjoying a delectable dinner onboard, those who want to be engaged in squid fishing will be provided fishing gears like fishing rods and racquets. Lucky or experiences guest can catch 15 – 20 squids per night. Are you confident with your fishing experience or your luck?

  1. The outdoor pool (Open year-round)

Located on the front of third deck with nearly 50 sqm, the pool is the perfect relaxing place where you can enjoy in panoramic view of world heritage site.

Heritage Crusies Halong Bay- Lan Ha Bay
Heritage Cruises Halong Bay- Lan Ha Bay

When the sun goes down the outdoor pool transforms into a beautiful night-time light show as LED lights make the pool perfect for an evening dip or romantic light show in the pool.

Please check cruises with Swimming Pool ( Stellar of the sea, Heritage Cruises, President Cruises, Letheatre Cruises…)

  1. BBQ on beach

Visiting Halong bay on a cruise tripm, you may have a good chance not only to sample traditional Vietnamese delicacies but also enjoy BBQ in an extremely unique way. BBQ will be specially organized in well-known beaches of Halong Bay such as Ba Trai Dao Beach (Three Peaches Beach), Soi Sim Beach, etc. Close your eyes and imagine that you are sitting on a beach, listen to the sweet melody of birds, winds, and waves, and sample array of succulent and grilled seafood under a blue sky. This is truly a once in a life time experience!

  1. Climbing

In addition to water-based activities such as swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, scuba diving, boat rowing, climbing is a popular activity included in itineraries of almost all cruises in Halong Bay. All visits to a major cave in the Bay (Thien Canh Son Cave, Dau Go Grotto, Surprise Cave, Titov Island) involve climbing of different intensity.

Titop Island Halong sun cruises
Titop Island Halong sun cruises

After climbing 100- 420 stone steps to the top, visitors will descend into the core part of the cave and enjoy the amazing formation of karst.

 

  1. Cooking Class

Cooking demonstration is an onboard activity which helps passengers not only to sample fine cuisine but also learns more about Vietnamese culinary culture. Cruise Chef will show and guide you how to make Vietnamese traditional dishes such as fresh or dried springing roll and/ or how to carve different kinds of vegetables and fruits. You may be invited to participate in a fun competition with other passengers to find who is the fastest to make the dish. Finally, you can have your own dish of food, enjoin yourself or share it with your companions. An interesting activity for those who love cooking and cuisine!

Peony Cruises-smiletravel
Peony Cruises-smiletravel

 

  1. Swimming

Nothing can be commensurate with a refreshing swim in the emerald water of Halong Bay. The turquoise and refreshing sea waters of the Bay will dispel any fatigue, stress, and affliction and help travelers truly relax. Most cruises include swimming in their itinerary, some even go as far as taking guests to an off-the-beaten-track beach destinations: Ban Chan Beach or Three Peach Beach. Other popular stops for swimming include: Ti Top Island, Ho Ba Ham area, to name a few.

ti top island
ti top island

 

Top 10 Best Halong Luxury Cruises 5-Star

Orchid Cruises Halong Bay- Lan Ha Bay Luxury Halong Cruises
Orchid Cruises Halong Bay- Lan Ha Bay
Luxury Halong Cruises

There are many Halong Luxury Cruises 5-Star in Halong Bay but it is hard to choose which cruise is the best for your trip. So Smile Travel would like to recommend you Top 10 Best Halong Luxury Cruises 5-Star.

Discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed landscapes of Halong Bay without having to rush on a 2-day and 3-day cruise that’s ideal for first-time visitors.

Halong Bay is a beautiful natural wonder in northern Vietnam near the Chinese border. The Bay is dotted with 1,600 limestone islands and islets and covers an area of over 1,500 sqkm. This extraordinary area was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. For many tourists, this place is like something right out of a movie. The fact is that Halong Bay features a wide range of biodiversity, while the surrealistic scenery has indeed featured in endless movies.

 

Top 05 Luxury Cruises 5-Star in Halong Bay.

 

  1. Serenity Cruises Halong Bay

Serenity Cruises Halong Bay

2. Dynasty Cruise Halong 5*

Dynasty Cruise Halong 5*

3. Scarlet Pearl Cruise

Scarlet Pearl Cruise

4. Stellar Of The Seas Cruise

Stellar of the Seas Cruise

5. Era Cruises In Lan Ha Bay

Era Cruises in Lan Ha Bay