There are not many people that have not heard of Ha Long Bay. If you have not been here, write it down and put it on top of your to-go list, pack up and prepare for take off. Here are some of the things that you are going to want to try out right now.
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Spend the night in the bay
Tucking themselves in right on the bay is beloved by traveling enthusiasts and nature explorers. Locking yourself in a hotel in Ha Long city or Bai Chay will provide you no view of the breath-taking dawn of the bay. The feeling of getting the first peek of sunshine going up from the skyline in the middle of the sea is one of a kind and cannot be put into words. If you are into floating around in a ship and discover all corners of Ha Long Bay, sleeping in the middle of the ocean, taking part in seafood parties or fishing in plain sight,… all this should be unforgettable memories.
This is not only suitable for those with stress that needs to relieve, but also a destination bookmarked by young couples to be the place for their honeymoons or anniversary. This is truly one of the best activities to do in Ha Long Bay.
Explore the bay on wooden cruise ships
No need for speed boats, with exhilarating speed. Who can see anything while traveling that fast? You need to go slow and steady to really let the beauty of Ha Long sink in. These wooden cruise ships are the best choice for tourist in Ha Long bay.
At a steady pace, slowly riding the waves, these wooden boats gives a better view of the islands, the cliffs on the bay.
No need to concern about spending hours and hours on these boats as they always provide the most comfortable of sitting, help you enjoy the sun and the wind. Nowaday, theses cruise ships also serve as restaurants so enjoy your delicious meals fished right from the sea.
Kayaking
Try Kayaking for once and make your own way across the fishing village of Vung Vieng, Cong Dam,… Explore the beauty of the bay, as well as the everyday life of the locals.
For many travelers, the most interesting thing is to be able to squeeze their way into the caves to have an up-close-and-personal look at the stalactites of all shapes and sizes. Here is a tip, when inside these caves, push against the walls to move around as there might not be enough space to paddle. Some might have to really stay low to go through these caves.
Kayaking is somewhat an extreme sport, might be risky for those who cannot swim or have trouble keeping cool. However, to fully grasp the majestic of the Ha Long Bay, it is worth the risk.
You do not have to ride alone, find some veteran kayakers to help you explore Ha Long Bay your own way. Ha Long will always be the hottest attraction that you cannot afford to miss.
Explore the fishing villages
Away from the luxurious of the city, the bustle of the urban area, fishing villages are peaceful and are exciting pit stops for travelers.
Witness the beauty of Ha Long Bay from a hydraulic jet
This service was first made available in September 2014. 2 hydraulic jets first time seen in Vietnam with wide windows will allow passengers to capture a bird-eye view from the sky. Through that, travelers can experience flights from Ha Noi to Ha Long, as well as look at the bay from 500 to 3.000 m above. With this incredible experience, visitors to Ha Long will have a new choice for an adventure, a one of a kind adventure here in Vietnam.
Fishing and watching the night sky
Traveling to Ha Long, especially in the winter is truly a paradise for those with an anchor mind. In cold days, squids will come in swarms and it will be the perfect time to catch these delicious creatures. Fishing at night in Ha Long is extremely satisfying as tourists can get a view of the bay in the magical night, as well as a taste of freshly fished seafood.
Conquer awesome cliffs
Not only known for the beauty of the crystal-clear water, the deep blue sky, Ha Long bay with its daring geographics can provide a challenge for aspiring rock climbers. If you are a rock climbing fanatic, the stuttering cliffs, the unexpecting turns of the mountains, the echoing caves are waiting to be conquered.
Get a taste of Cha Muc
With all that traveling, all that kayaking, all that swimming, all that conquering, it is only a matter of time before even the best of men to get hungry. In that case, get a taste of the famous dish that originated from right here in Ha Long. Cha Muc is made directly made from freshly caught squids in the sea of Ha Long. What makes Cha Muc Ha Long so special is that it is blended by the maker’s hands, which adds in a flavor of love into this specialty. After being seasoned, the round pieces of Cha is put into hot boiling oil. Therefore, Cha Muc Ha Long retains the right level of crisp, as well as a rich flavor.