Top 5 Things to do in Halong Bay

1)Kayak Around the Islands

It doesn’t feel right if one isn’t involved in water activity when it comes to a bay. All cruises offer kayak for hire. They will drop visitors at a safe point in the middle of the bay. Visitors will then hop into a kayak and enjoy their own adventurous trips above the water. The limestone formations looking from a Kayak is the most stunning scene.

2) Visit Floating Villages

Floating villages are a common sight in Halong Bay, they don’t exist in any other parts of Vietnam. Villagers here are Halong’s original residents. They have lived in the middle of the islands for generations. While their main livelihood is fishing, villagers started selling souvenirs to visitors as the 2nd income source.

3) Sunbathe on Desk

Having countless of caves and limestones, Halong Bay offers many places to sunbathe and swim. However, why sunbathing on a beach while you can do it in the middle of the sea? Book yourself a cruise and enjoy the sunlight.

4) Explore Grottos and Caves

Grottos and caves are must sees in Halong Bay. They are truly beautiful. The first thing you will think of is that you are stepping into another world. If you don’t have time , at least visit Sung Sot & Dau Go Caves, the most famous and beautiful caves in Halong.

5) Climb to the top of Ti Top Island

There are many ways to view Halong Bay from above. Ti Top Island’s lookout is the best place to enjoy the bay’s scene, esp. in the morning when the fog doesn’t appear completely.

Furthermore, there is a man-made beach in Ti Top Island which makes it different to others.