North Vietnam
Bai Tu Long Bay
Published on May 28, 2026
Overview
Bai Tu Long Bay extends northeast from Ha Long Bay with the same dramatic karst towers and emerald water but a fraction of the visitors. It adds floating fishing villages and less-crowded caves.
What to Do
- Vung Vieng floating village — traditional fishing families living on boats
- Cap La Island — a crescent of white sand rarely visited
- Kayaking the karst lagoons — paddle into cave-ringed lagoons inaccessible by larger boats
- Quan Lan Island — 5 km beach, a village and excellent seafood
Best Time to Visit
October to April.
Getting There
Cruise from Ha Long Bay or speedboat from Cai Rong Port in Van Don District.