Located to the east of Cat Ba Island, Lan Ha Bay covers an area of more than 7,000 ha of which 5,400 ha is under the management of Cat Ba National Park.

Lan Ha Bay- just the exquisite name alone has been pulling a large number oftravelers from near and far. In reality, regardless of theadministrative boundary, Lan Ha Bay is part of the complex ofHa Long Bay with around 400 islets. But unlike its famous neighbour, Lan Ha Bayhas long been famed for its exclusive scenery with an intenseconcentration of pristine limestone mountains by which the sea surfaceis partitioned into smaller bays and gulfs. The Bay is home to hundredsof mounts of which forms and beauty are completely different dependingon travelers\' imagination: Guoc islet (Wooden Shoe islet), Doi islet(Bat grotto), etc.

The bay has 139 beautiful, small and pristine sandybeaches, many of which lie between two stone mountains. Just imaginethat after a day long exploration of caves and grottoes, you will feelentirely relaxed bathing the azure-blue water of the beach or lying onthe white sandy beach.

At night, you will be lured by the magnificent andsplendid scenery of the bay and it will be an unforgettable experienceto overnight in the Bay with a gentle breeze and the slightly salty airfrom the forest on the stone mount.

Lan Ha Bay has become an indispensable destination thanks to its unspoiled and magnificent natural beauty. Just 30 minutes on boat from Cat Ba Island,you will be charmed by the breath taking view of the bay and soon youwill forget all the stresses of your busy life. Wandering on theazure-blue beach, breathing in the ocean breeze and enjoying thetropical sunlight, along with a kayaking trip and maybe even somefishing, your trip to Lan Ha Bay will surely be a long lasting memory.

(halong cruise)