Kayak & Cruise Halong Bay
(3 days)
Halong Bay – Kayak hidden lagoons – Floating fishing villages - Bai Tu Long Bay
Highlights
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Cruise UNESCO World Heritage Listed Halong Bay
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Overnight in a deluxe Chinese junk style hotel
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Kayak hidden caves, lagoons and secluded beaches
Overview
This is an adventure for kayak enthusiasts and beginners. From Hanoi, you drive to Halong Bay on the north east coast of Vietnam. It is estimated over 3000 limestone and dolomite islets scatter this 1500 square kilometre bay. Spend two nights aboard a Chinese junk style hotel stopping off to explore caves and beaches and feasting on freshly caught seafood, local cuisine and western dishes. Using the junk as your base, kayak through hidden lagoons and visit floating villages to talk with local fishermen. The water is calm and the bays are protected by the thousand islands making the conditions ideal for sea kayaking. Or, you can simply laze on the sundeck of the junk while she navigates amazing rock formations protruding from the water.
Itinerary at a glance
Day 1 |
Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Halong City where you board your luxury junk. Short cruise to Thien Cung Cave and afternoon kayak to Luon Cave. |
Day 2 |
Paddle to Van Chai floating village to meet the local school teacher and donate materials. Continue onto Dark Cave and along the sea channel to Ba Trai Dao Lagoon. Explore Lan Ha Bay’s secluded beaches. |
Day 3 |
Relax on the sun deck of the Junk as you cruise back to Halong City via stunning rock formations of Bai Tu Long Bay. In the afternoon, drive back to Hanoi where your trip ends. |
Prices
Price Per Person |
Twin Share |
3 to 4 people
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$705 |
2 people |
$820 |
| Single supplement | $90 |
Validity |
31 March 2009 |
Prices are in Australian dollars based upon the number of people travelling together. Price reduces as your travel group size increases. Price is land content only + subject to currency fluctuations. Prices beyond 31/03/09 available on request. See Booking Conditions for more details. Call 1300 43 10 69 for more information and bookings.
Includes:
- Deluxe junk accommodation based on twin share. If a single cabin is required a single supplement will apply.
- English speaking guide for kayaking activities
- Return private transfer to Hanoi
- Twin kayaks + support boat
- One bottle of water per day for kayaking activities
- Entrance & sightseeing fees
- Donation for teaching materials to floating fishing village school
- Equipment as listed in the 'Trip notes'
Meals:
- 2 Breakfasts
- 3 Lunches
- 2 Dinners
Excludes:
- Airfares and departure taxes
- Travel insurance
- Visa, passport or vaccination costs
- Other meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, bar charges, tips, optional activities
Trip notes
The junk
These beautiful Chinese junks function as a floating hotel and you sometimes have to share them with other travellers. Cabins are twin share with AC and private facilities. Single cabins are available on request.
Food
All meals, indicated in the detailed itinerary, are included in the price of the trip. On the junk, you are served a range of delicious fresh seafood, local and western dishes – this is a gourmet delight!
Local guides
An English speaking guide escorts you from Hanoi to Halong Bay and provides instruction and support for your kayaking activities. Your guide has extensive experience in guiding outdoor tours in Vietnam and has internationally recognized first aid qualifications. These guides love their job and it is their role to ensure you relax and have a great holiday. If you feel your guide and support crew provided you with excellent service, a tip at the end of the tour would be truly appreciated… a little bit goes a long way in Vietnam.
What to bring
Swimmers, sun block, hat, insect repellent, sunglasses, rain coat, flashlight, toiletries, original passport. We recommend warm clothes for the evening in the cooler months from November to February.
Equipment provided
On this trip we use tandem sea kayaks. Paddle, life-jacket and dry bag are also supplied. A small boat supports all kayaking expeditions. Your guide carries a First Aid Kit.
Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reason, including road and weather conditions or for any other factor that may impact client safety.
Your group & share accommodation
Prices are based upon twin share accommodation. A single traveller pays the single supplement price for sole use of a cabin/room.
Airport transfers
This trip does not include airport transfers or hotel accommodation in Hanoi. Please contact Inner Journey Expeditions to make these arrangements.
All meals, which are indicated in the detailed itinerary, are included in the price of this Expedition. On the Junk, you will be served a range of delicious fresh seafood, local and western dishes.
Handy travel tips + travelling responsibly
For more information on how you can participate in sustainable tourism go to Handy Travel Tips. To help plan your trip go to Vietnam Visa + Travel Guide.
