• Cat Ba Town - 8:00 AM: The bus and tour guide will pick up guests from their hotel in Cat Ba Town to begin the journey to Cat Ba National Park.

• Cat Ba National Park - Cat Ba National Park, a World Heritage Site and biosphere reserve in northern Vietnam, welcomes visitors. Upon arrival, the tour guide will assist with entrance tickets and lead a hike from the park’s entry. Along the way, the group will pass three peaks: Ang Vat, May Bau, and Ang Phay, where there will be a 5-10 minute break for photos and to enjoy the diverse viewpoints. The hike to Frog Pond takes approximately 2.5 hours, offering opportunities for bird watching and sightseeing in the primary forest. At Frog Pond, the largest freshwater lake on Cat Ba Island, visitors will see hundreds of Va Nuoc trees growing in the water, unique to this area. Frog Pond is also known for its 400 islands and 130 small golden sand beaches, creating a stunning natural landscape along the trans-forest route from the park center to Viet Hai Village.

• Viet Hai Village - After a 30-minute break, the journey continues to Viet Hai Village, approximately 4 km away. The path to Viet Hai Village is easy, mostly downhill and flat. Upon arrival, guests will meet the friendly locals living within the National Park and enjoy a delicious lunch of home-cooked food at a local house. After lunch, there will be a chance to cycle around the ancient village, which has nearly 100 houses, and try a fish massage in the cool stream or local fish pond. The cycling route from Viet Hai Village to Viet Hai Harbor is 5 km long and is considered the most beautiful road for cycling.

• Lan Ha Bay - The boat will stop at a floating house, allowing guests to observe local life on the waters of Lan Ha Bay, one of the most beautiful bays in the world. Guests can kayak and explore the bay. On the return journey to Cat Ba Town, the boat will visit Cai Beo Floating Village, the oldest floating village in Vietnam, featuring hundreds of houses on the water.

• Cat Ba Town - Upon arrival at Ben Beo Harbor, guests will be transported by car back to their hotel in Cat Ba Town, concluding the trip.

• Trekking, Hiking, Kayaking, Boat from Viet Hai back to Cat Ba Town
• Entrance Fees & Sightseeing tickets, Bicycle or Golf car
• Friendly & experienced English speaking tour guide
• 1 bottle of water per person
• Explore the beauty of Cat Ba National Park, Viet Hai Village & Lan Ha Bay
• Delicious Vietnamese lunch
• Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Cat Ba Town Center

• Personal expenses & Drinks
• Holiday surcharge & Other services are not listed above

Avoiding the bustling crowds of Ha Long Bay can be challenging, but this guided trek through Cat Ba National Park provides a tranquil and distinctive alternative. Traverse lush trails leading to Frog Lake, where you might encounter deer, native cats, snakes, squirrels, and even the endangered langur. Relish a home-cooked meal in the delightful Viet Hai village, where you’ll engage with welcoming locals and enjoy genuine Vietnamese hospitality. Following this, immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Lan Ha Bay, discover a floating fishing village, and relax on a secluded beach. This adventure seamlessly blends wildlife encounters, cultural immersion, and breathtaking natural landscapes for an unforgettable journey.

• Make sure to eat breakfast before you start the activity
• We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.