The single day catamaran cruise is an excellent way to experience the stunning beauty of Halong Bay. We didn’t feel like we missed anything in opting for a single day, instead of an overnight cruise.
The shuttle from Hanoi was well organized, picking us up promptly at our hotel. Traffic out of Hanoi at rush hour is a grind. But the ride was comfortable.
Immediately on boarding the catamaran we were served a four course lunch of excellent quality, with top notch service.
The boat took us out to some of the caves that are nested in the Bay’s islands. For a couple of hours we explored the caves by small boats, a choice of self-powered kayaks, or craft rowed by local women.
After returning to the catamaran we had the opportunity to swim, were given a lesson in Vietnamese cooking, and served afternoon tea.
The trip was highly efficient and excellent value for money.
Thanks to seeksophie.com for setting this up for us.
