Ha Long Bay,
located in the Gulf of Tonkin, covers an area of 1500 square km. with more
than a thousand limestone peaks soaring from its crystalline emerald water.
The calm sea provides an ideal location for sea kayaking as we paddle
through a maze of islets amid dramatic natural scenery. With our modern
kayaking equipment, we are able to maximize on speed and manoeuvrability as
we paddle through the open sea and explore the many hidden lagoons and
stalagmite caves that are difficult to access by any other means. After a
day of paddling we unwind on our boat and enjoy dinner. As with our other
Kayak tours, this tour offers flexibility in activity levels while still
combining the best of sea kayaking. Designed with this in mind it is a good
tour for both novice and experienced Kayaker alike with a little more time
to spare. Our equipment includes modern fibreglass kayaks. These are stable
and safe with lightweight aluminium paddles. All passengers and guides are
supplied with modern, international standard buoyancy vests. We also use
lightweight tents, all of which are fitted with mosquito screens. In keeping
with our philosophies on safety, our guides have been trained in basic first
aid and CPR by an international medical clinic.
Day 1: Hanoi - Ha
Long Bay
After breakfast
at hotel, buses will pick us up and we start our 4-hours drive to Halong
City stopping on the way for some refreshments and local hospitality. Upon
arrival at Halong City, we transfer to our boat for a cruise in the stunning
Halong Bay. Sea food lunch will be served on board. After lunch we will have
opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful caves of Halong, Surprise
Cave. From here we take our boats to the Ti Top Beach, where we can have a
swim or climb up to the top of the island for outstanding panoramic view of
the Bay. Stay overnight on board.
(L,D)
Day 2: Ha Long
Bay – Lan Ha Bay
Today we will
have approximately 6 hours of paddling time amongst some of the most
stunning scenery Vietnam has to offer. Our tiny kayaks are dwarfed against
the massive limestone peaks that tower above us as weave our way through the
labyrinth of islets. From our previous overnight spot we kayak to the Dark
Cave, then make our way to beautiful beaches of Ba Trai Dao. Our today’s
destination is Lan Ha Bay where we will anchor at a quieter lagoon to spend
the night.
(B,L,D)
Day 3: Lan Ha Bay
– Ho Ba Ham – Van Gia – Hang Trong
Today is another
great day of kayaking. Soaking the morning atmosphere of the bay, we kayak
to visit a number of lagoons and caves. The highlight of the day is our
visit to the floating village of Van Gia that provides us better
understanding of the water life of the local fishermen. Our today’s
destination is the Trong Cave.
(B,L,D)
Day 4: Ha Long
Bay - Hanoi
Following
breakfast this morning, we kayak around Luon Cave before returning to Halong
Bay harbor where we meet with our vehicle for the 3hour drive back to Hanoi.
(B,L
