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Tours in Cat Ba

Cat Ba is the largest island in the Cat Ba Archipelago — 367 limestone islands at the southern edge of Ha Long Bay, part of Hai Phong. In 2023, UNESCO extended its World Heritage status to include Cat Ba.

Most cruises here run on Lan Ha Bay — the same dramatic karst scenery as Ha Long, with a fraction of the crowds.

How to choose your boat

  • Signature (locals' choice) — small locally-run boats · authentic, 20–30 pax, lunch on board
  • Cat Ba overnight cruises — en-suite cabins · sundeck, set menus, kayaking from the boat, one or two nights on the bay, boarding on Cat Ba
  • Ha Long Bay overnight cruises — the Aqua fleet boarding at Tuan Chau International Marina in Ha Long · from the boutique classic-route boat to the flagship with pool and mini golf · request-only
  • Luxury — 5-star day cruises · pool, jacuzzi, water slide, buffet lunch

Not sure? Tap “+ Compare” on any two tour cards below to see them side-by-side.

Signature

4 tours

Locally-run boats — authentic, low-key, the original Cat Ba experience.

Luxury

1 tour

Private boats and 5-star cruises — fully chartered or premium-amenity day tours.

Cat Ba overnight cruises

6 tours

Sleep on the bay from Cat Ba — every overnight boat that boards here, from the small-group classic boat to the boutique cruises.

Ha Long Bay overnight cruises

10 tours

The Aqua fleet boarding at Tuan Chau International Marina in Ha Long — five boats, two nights or one, request-only with the price confirmed before you pay.

Trekking

2 tours

Hike Cat Ba National Park, climb Ngu Lam Peak, walk the trail to Viet Hai.

Packages

6 tours

Sapa or Cao Bang to Cat Ba, straight onto an overnight cruise or after a night on the island — request-only, price confirmed before you pay.

Need to know

Frequently asked questions

How does pickup & drop-off work?

Check the pickup and drop-off details on your selected tour page. Send your accommodation address before departure so we can confirm the meeting point and timing; pickup arrangements vary by service.

What's included and what's not?

Read the inclusions and exclusions on your selected tour page. Meals, transfers, equipment and entrance fees depend on that service; do not assume an extra is included unless it is listed.

Do prices change by season?

Each tour and overnight cruise has one published fare, whatever the season — the booking panel shows it for your departure date. Public holidays and Tet may carry a supplement, shown before you pay. WhatsApp +84 866 585 832 for the latest price on your dates.

How can I book?

Reserve online via the website or WhatsApp +84 866 585 832. Pay by bank transfer (the booking amount, no surcharge from us) or by card via VTC Pay — international cards (Visa / Mastercard / JCB) carry a 3.9% gateway fee.

Which tour is right for me if it's my first time in Cat Ba?

Most popular: Full-Day Lan Ha Bay Tour — 8.5h — balanced cruise + kayak + swim. Big-group / best value: Day Cruise & Kayak Lan Ha Bay — Viet Hai Village — 8.5h — eco-cultural day with Viet Hai Village. Short on time: Halfday Trekking — National Park & Caves — 4h — jungle + caves. Want luxury: Voyage of the Green Bay — Serenity Grandeur Cruise — 6.5h — pool, jacuzzi and water slide on board. A night on the bay: Heritage Bay Overnight Cruise — 2 Days 1 Night — 33h — deluxe seaview cabin.

Cancellation & refund policy

Read the cancellation schedule on your selected tour or cruise page and the full terms before paying. Conditions vary by operator. Refunds never exceed the amount Cat Ba Outdoors actually recovers from the supplier. Amounts already paid or committed to a supplier on a non-refundable basis, and bank, payment-gateway, currency-exchange and refund-transfer fees, are not returned. A refund is confirmed only after the supplier has released the funds. If we, the operator or the authorities cancel a departure (typhoon, rough seas, boat ban, port or ferry closure) we first offer a new date or a credit for a future booking. If neither suits you, we refund what you paid for the undelivered services less any documented third-party costs already incurred for your booking that the supplier does not return — itemised on your refund statement. Reasonable changes made for safety (route, boat, vehicle, departure time, an equivalent service) do not in themselves entitle you to a refund.

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Does the cruise board on Cat Ba or in Ha Long?

Check the boarding location on the selected cruise page. Our Cat Ba cruises and the Aqua cruises boarding at Tuan Chau in Ha Long have different departure points. Choose your transfer only after confirming the correct port and check-in time.

How do I choose between 2 days / 1 night and 3 days / 2 nights?

Compare the daily itineraries on the selected cruise pages. The longer option includes an additional night, but routes and activities vary by boat. Check the actual itinerary rather than assuming every cruise visits the same caves or villages.

Is the advertised fare for a private cabin or per person?

Check the price unit, selected cabin, guest count and any supplement in the booking panel. Cabin options and occupancy rules vary by cruise. For solo travellers, families or a different room arrangement, request confirmation of the cabin and total before paying.

Are transfers and all activities included in the cruise fare?

Read the selected cruise’s inclusions, exclusions and optional extras. A bus, private car or onward connection is included only when listed in the selected option or written quotation. The cruise page also states the cancellation conditions that apply to that boat.

Should I choose a day cruise or an overnight cruise?

Compare the departure point, time on the bay and daily itinerary. A day cruise suits a visit without sleeping aboard; an overnight cruise adds a night on the selected boat. Compare the cabin and total cost, including any transfers, before deciding.

Does a two-day trip always mean sleeping on a boat?

No. Read the accommodation details: a trip may involve a cruise cabin, floating homestay or accommodation on land. The number of days alone does not identify where you sleep. Check the selected product and room arrangement before paying.

Can I book an overnight cruise to guarantee plankton or night kayaking?

No. Standalone plankton trips and night kayaking are currently not permitted. The exception for overnight vessels does not guarantee plankton sightings or mean night kayaking is included. Choose the cruise for its confirmed itinerary and accommodation.

Sunset & Night Kayaking

Standalone plankton trips and night kayaking are currently not permitted. Overnight cruises are the exception, but this does not mean night kayaking is included or that plankton sightings are guaranteed. We are not accepting bookings for the standalone night tour.