The karst islands
Limestone towers in every direction.
Ha Long Bay
Limestone islands, overnight cruises, kayaks at sunrise.
About Ha Long Bay
Thousands of limestone islands rise from emerald water in this UNESCO World Heritage site. Most travellers see it from the deck of an overnight cruise, with kayaking, caves and a slow sunrise in between.
Ha Long pairs naturally with Hanoi, and the quieter Lan Ha Bay offers the same scenery with fewer boats.
What travellers come for
Highlights of Ha Long Bay
Sung Sot Cave
One of the largest caves in the bay.
Kayaking the lagoons
Hidden lagoons reached only by water.
Floating fishing villages
A glimpse of life on the water.
Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba
The same scenery, with fewer boats.
Morning mist
The bay at its most atmospheric.
When to go
Ha Long Bay month by month
Recommended months
March, April, October, November, December
Average temperature and monthly rainfall. A thick outline marks the months we recommend.
Partners in Ha Long Bay
What we're looking for here
Run one of these in Ha Long Bay? We'd like to hear from you.
Introduce your business- Overnight cruises with family cabins
- Transfers from Hanoi with comfortable vans
- Kayak and small-boat excursions in Lan Ha Bay
