Cat Ba Outdoors
Lan Ha Bay drone view

Off the beaten path

We craft the unreal.

From land to sea into the wild — kayak hidden lagoons, trek the national park, sleep on a floating homestay. Cat Ba island, your way.

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Featured experiences

Hand-picked tours we run ourselves — full control, fewer crowds.

Pick your boat

Day-Cruises in Lan Ha Bay

We work with selected day-cruise partners across Lan Ha Bay. Three clear options below — pick the one that matches your style and group size.

Note: All three tours follow a very similar itinerary around Lan Ha Bay. The main differences lie in the boat style, group size, price level, and overall experience quality.

Authentic Local Boat Experience (Small Group)
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Authentic Local Boat Experience (Small Group) 3
Authentic Local Boat Experience (Small Group) 4
Authentic Local Boat Experience (Small Group) 5

Genuine, down-to-earth, intimate

Authentic Local Boat Experience (Small Group)

Small group · traditional wooden boats · run by local families

Perfect for travelers seeking a genuine, down-to-earth experience. These traditional wooden boats are operated by local families, offering a rustic charm and a more personal atmosphere. Group sizes are small, making it ideal for those who prefer a quieter, more intimate journey.

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Top Overnight Cruise in Cat Ba

Multi-day cruises around Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay — wake up among the karsts, kayak at sunrise, dine under the stars.

Heritage Bay Cruise (Boutique 4-Star)
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Heritage Bay Cruise (Boutique 4-Star) 3
Heritage Bay Cruise (Boutique 4-Star) 4
Heritage Bay Cruise (Boutique 4-Star) 5

Boutique overnight cruise on the heritage bay

Heritage Bay Cruise (Boutique 4-Star)

Deluxe seaview cabins · restaurant & bar · sundeck jacuzzi & water slide

Our boutique overnight cruise across Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay. Deluxe en-suite seaview cabins, an untouched sailing route via Coc Ngoi islet and Cua Dong to the Ba Trai Dao area, kayaking through the Bright & Dark Cave, a sundeck jacuzzi and water slide, cooking class at sunset, and night squid fishing under the stars.

From land, to sea, into the wild

Cat Ba is a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve — limestone karsts, hidden lagoons, ancient floating villages, and a national park home to the rare Cat Ba Langur. Pick your way in.

Where to sleep

Stays that pair with the island

A camp on the island, a floating homestay on the bay. Both within a short ride of every tour pickup.

Local guides who know the island

Our team grew up here. We pick the route, the boat, the lunch — every time.

Small-group, off the beaten path

We avoid the cruise-ship circuit. Hidden lagoons, quieter beaches, real villages.

Book direct, fair prices

No middleman markup. 100% upfront payment, simple and transparent. Tiered cancellation — see policies.

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All 15 tours, transport in & out, 2 curated stays, and a real human you can WhatsApp.