Ha Long Bay, two thousand karsts strong
The UNESCO original. The caves are grander, the panoramas are the ones on the postcards, and yes, it's the busiest of the three. Here's how to do it well.
The three stops that matter
Every itinerary is different - these are the ones worth checking your boat calls at.
Sung Sot Cave
The 'Surprise Cave': two vaulted chambers big enough to hold a village, lit walkways through a forest of stalactites.
Titop Island
Four hundred steps to the single best panorama in the gulf, with a swimmable beach waiting at the bottom.
Luon Cave Lagoon
Paddle under a low limestone arch into an enclosed lagoon where monkeys watch from the cliffs.
Is this your bay?
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Amanda Legend Cruise is a 5-cabin wooden junk in traditional Vietnamese style - cozy and intimate, ideal for couples, small groups or families who wan…
Catherine Cruise is a modern 5-star Indochine-styled cruise on Halong Bay - 90m long, 5 decks, up to 117 guests.
Aimee is a near-80m, 5-star yacht sailing Halong Bay, with 29 spacious suites across 4 modern decks.
