Lan Ha Bay
Ha Long, Vietnam • INR 8900 - INR 71440.83 approx.• 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Mar
14°C – 20°C, cool and dry with occasional morning fog, creating a mystical atmosphere, medium crowds, peak season
14°C – 20°C, cool and dry with occasional morning fog, creating a mystical atmosphere, medium crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Limited accessibility; walking and stairs involved.
Limited accessibility; walking and stairs involved.
Value for money
Medium
Prices vary, but beauty justifies the cost.
Prices vary, but beauty justifies the cost.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Getaway
Couples loved the serene beauty and intimate setting of Lan Ha Bay's cruises.
Breathtaking Beauty
Visitors felt the scenery was stunning and the waters were pristine and clear.
Unforgettable Moments
Couples found the kayaking and secluded beaches perfect for creating memories.
Rushed Itinerary
Some couples felt day trips were too packed with activities and rushed.
Exhaust Smell
Travelers noted the occasional exhaust smell, marring the pristine air.
Travel Time
Couples found the 3-4 hour journey from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island exhausting.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
open - open
Tuesday
open - open
Wednesday
open - open
Thursday
open - open
Friday
open - open
Saturday
open - open
Sunday
open - open
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
15-20°C
Cool temperatures ranging from 15-20°C with frequent morning fog. Dry conditions with a low chance of rain.
Cool temperatures ranging from 15-20°C with frequent morning fog. Dry conditions with a low chance of rain.
Open
Requires 3-4 months advance booking, especially for holiday weeks. Limited availability for preferred vessels.
Requires 3-4 months advance booking, especially for holiday weeks. Limited availability for preferred vessels.
Recommended
December offers a classic Ha Long Bay winter atmosphere with cool, comfortable weather and iconic fog for photography. However, it comes with higher prices and larger crowds, particularly during the holiday weeks.
December offers a classic Ha Long Bay winter atmosphere with cool, comfortable weather and iconic fog for photography. However, it comes with higher prices and larger crowds, particularly during the holiday weeks.
January
MEDIUM
14-20°C
Cool and dry with occasional morning fog, creating a mystical atmosphere.
Cool and dry with occasional morning fog, creating a mystical atmosphere.
Open
Limited availability during Tet; advance booking recommended.
Limited availability during Tet; advance booking recommended.
Recommended
January offers cool, dry weather with atmospheric fog, ideal for photography. However, the Tet holiday in late January brings peak crowds and higher prices. Booking well in advance is essential during this period.
January offers cool, dry weather with atmospheric fog, ideal for photography. However, the Tet holiday in late January brings peak crowds and higher prices. Booking well in advance is essential during this period.
February
MEDIUM
15-21°C
Cool temperatures with low rainfall; fog common early in the month.
Cool temperatures with low rainfall; fog common early in the month.
Open
Advance booking recommended due to high demand.
Advance booking recommended due to high demand.
Recommended
February continues the cool, dry conditions, with foggy mornings early in the month. While crowds and prices remain elevated post-Tet, they gradually decrease, offering better value later in the month.
February continues the cool, dry conditions, with foggy mornings early in the month. While crowds and prices remain elevated post-Tet, they gradually decrease, offering better value later in the month.
March
HIGH
18-24°C
Pleasant temperatures with occasional light rain; increasing sunshine.
Pleasant temperatures with occasional light rain; increasing sunshine.
Open
High demand requires booking 4–6 weeks in advance.
High demand requires booking 4–6 weeks in advance.
Recommended
March offers warmer temperatures and more sunshine, making it ideal for outdoor activities. However, increasing tourist numbers and higher prices necessitate early booking.
March offers warmer temperatures and more sunshine, making it ideal for outdoor activities. However, increasing tourist numbers and higher prices necessitate early booking.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Cable Car
Recommended
Shuttle
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Train
Recommended
Bike
Boat
Car
Ferry
Walking
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required