Cat Ba Island Vacations

Cat Ba Island, a paradox in Ha Long Bay, where modern development meets wildlife conservation.

Visit Cat Ba Island

Relaxation
Art & Culture
Mountain

Cat Ba Island: How to get there?

3hrs by speedboat from Haiphong

Cat Ba Island: See when to go ?

From April to October

Cat Ba Island: For how long?

One day

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Cat Ba Island: What to see nearby?

What our travelers think of their stay

Solène Roy

Seasoned Traveller

Cat Ba Island, a paradox in Ha Long Bay, where modern development meets wildlife conservation.

My suggestion

Go there during the week; avoid weekends and the southern part of the island! If you rent a scooter you'll have the freedom to do as you please. Note that taxis are hard to find.

Anonymous traveller

Seasoned Traveller

Cat Ba Island is an ideal destination if you want to spend time visiting Halong Bay.

My suggestion

I recommend that you spend several days exploring sumptuous Cat Ba Island and its surrounding area!

Anonymous traveller

Seasoned Traveller

Cat Ba is the biggest island in the Cat Ba archipelago which is near Ha Long bay, in the north of Vietnam, and is largely a designated national park.

My suggestion

Trips to Cat Ba and Ha Long bays from the island are a little less busy but just as beautiful as those organised from Ha Long bay itself, so ideal for avoiding the biggest crowds.

Anonymous traveller

Seasoned Traveller

Cat Ba Island is located 25 kilometers from Halong Bay, and visitors go there for its nature reserve, its beaches, and its breathtaking views.

My suggestion

The short hike near to the electrical installation is not to be missed, because the panoramic view is so spectacular!

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