What to do on cat ba island? 12 Exciting Experiences

What to do on cat ba island? Cat Ba Island, located in Ha Long Bay in northern Vietnam, is a popular destination known for its natural beauty, rugged landscapes, and outdoor activities. Here are some things you can do on Cat Ba Island:

Only about 15km northwest of Cat Ba town, Cat Ba National Park appears as a green patch covering more than half of the island. This is really a famous tourist destination on Cat Ba Island, where you can be immersed in the beautiful landscape and rich marine ecosystem. Here, you can explore huge tropical rainforests, see cool freshwater lakes, stretch sand carpets, and immerse yourself in a world of diverse corals and countless rare animals.

To enter the park, you need to buy a ticket at the main gate for 50,000 VND/person. Cat Ba National Park has a number of activities that you should not miss. In particular, climbing to the top of Ngu Lam mountain to admire the whole island is a worthwhile experience.

When you are in Cat Ba Town, it is very easy to rent a car, motorbike or even bicycle from the hotel to get to Cat Ba National Park. The cost of renting a motorbike is usually around 100,000 VND and you will need to take care of your own fueling.

On Cat Ba island, there are wonderful caves with unspoiled beauty, along with unique rock formations and stalagmites. In the list of famous places, we cannot fail to mention Hospital Cave, Trung Trang Cave, Hoa Cuong Cave and Phu Luong Cave.

If you have the opportunity to set foot in Cat Ba National Park, do not miss the opportunity to visit Trung Trang Cave - a large area of ​​about 300 hectares, is one of the largest caves on the island. Inside the cave, there are many stalactites of different shapes, along with more than a dozen standing stones, creating an interesting and dense forest landscape.

If you love to explore history, then you can't miss the opportunity to visit the Hospital Cave - a bomb-proof hospital that was built inside the cave during the Vietnam War. This cave is about 13 km from the center of Cat Ba town, and it only takes a short drive to get there. The cost for the trip is usually about 200,000 VND for each way to and from. Tickets to the cave cost about 15,000 VND per person.

Located in the heart of Cat Ba National Park, Viet Hai Village is known as one of the largest and distinctive villages of Vietnam. With its unspoiled natural beauty and the hospitality of its people, this village has always attracted visitors. The best way to discover the wonders of Viet Hai Village is by riding a bicycle, so you can see the unique houseboats, enjoy the stunning views and learn more about the peaceful life of the community here.

If you are in Cat Ba town, you can rent a private boat at Cai Beo port or choose a boat trip that takes about 45 minutes (for about 40,000 VND/person) to reach Viet Hai Village. If you stay in Cat Ba national park, you can also join a walking journey about 6 km long, through jungle, valley and Frog pond area to reach Viet Hai Village. This can be a challenging journey that requires patience and essentials such as sneakers and mosquito repellent.

To visit Cai Beo floating village, you just need to move 2 km from Cat Ba Town, near Ben Beo Port. This can be done easily by taxi or motorbike, it only takes about 10 minutes. Once you reach your destination, there are many ways to explore this village. You can rent a small fishing boat or ride a kayak.

Cai Beo is a village with a long history, established in the 19th century. This place has about 300 floating houses and 600 residents. The people here are very friendly and hard working. Their livelihood is mainly based on fishing and fish farming. Besides the richness of history and culture, Cai Beo floating village also attracts visitors with its majestic natural beauty amidst the salty fields and the rustic atmosphere of this place.

Fort Canon, also known as High Point 177, is located at the top of a hill on Cat Ba Island. It is an important historical structure built in the 20th century and includes two large guns and a tunnel system.

With an altitude of 177 meters above sea level, Canon Fort is the best place to enjoy the panoramic view of Cat Ba Island, Lan Ha Bay and especially the sunset. From Cat Ba town, it only takes a short motorbike ride of about 15 minutes to reach this place.

Monkey Island is located in the south of Cat Ba, located inside Lan Ha Bay and only 1km from Cat Ba town. The island is round in shape and is about 5km long, with a green landscape and a white sandy beach in front.

But the most interesting thing about Monkey Island is the presence of more than 20 different types of monkeys. When you visit this island, you not only get to observe them but also have another interesting opportunity, that is, you can feed them.

Located in the south of Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay covers more than 7000 hectares with a beautiful landscape, like a scene in a picture. The region is filled with limestone caves and beautiful beaches, making Lan Ha Bay a must-see destination for every visitor to Ha Long Bay.

Lan Ha Bay has many famous tourist attractions, such as Cat Ba Island, Tung Bear area, Cat Dua (also known as Monkey Island), Bright Dark Cave and Ba Trai Dao Beach. When you visit this bay, you can participate in many interesting activities such as kayaking, swimming, climbing and visiting beautiful floating villages.

Instead of participating in the usual activities, adventure lovers will find Lan Ha Bay extremely attractive with the opportunity to climb on difficult rock walls. You can take part in the sport at several spots in Ha Long Bay and Cat Ba Island, including Offenheimer's Creation and Slo Pony Wall at Tiger Beach - where the climbing first started, Butterfly Valley and Walls Ben Beo. All rock walls have unique features for climbing such as tufas, pockets and rock formations that have been shaped with water. You can check out our detailed guide to trekking in Halong Bay and Cat Ba Island.

Dark Cave and Bright Cave, located in the area between Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay, are considered two of the most beautiful caves in this area. These places are truly unique with the perfect combination of rocks and clear blue sea.

Dark Cave, as the name suggests, is a long and dark cave system. Meanwhile, Bright Cave, is shorter and stands out with natural light. Both are great stops for those looking to enjoy a unique adventure.

To explore these sites, visitors can rent a kayak. This allows them to experience paddling through the water paths inside the cave and even take unique photos. If you want to challenge yourself more, you can try bamboo boating.

Explore the beautiful Cat Co beach when you visit Cat Ba Island. With a series of pristine and peaceful beaches, the swimming experience here is really not to be missed. The special thing is, compared to other noisy beach resorts, Cat Ba is really clean and quiet. (Note: If you want to get away from the crowds of domestic tourists, September and October are the best times to visit.)
Among the beaches here, Cat Co 1, Cat Co 2 and Cat Co are particularly attractive destinations for beach lovers. These beaches are located next to each other and each has loungers for sunbathing, with the opportunity to find cool drinks. In particular, you can join the kayaking service at Cat Co 3 beach for only 200,000 VND / hour.

Those who are passionate about discovering the beauty of the seabed can participate in a snorkeling trip to see the coral at Cat Ba Island. This island is famous for its colorful coral reefs, which are home to many interesting marine species such as pearls, lobsters and fish.

Discovering the nightlife in Cat Ba is really interesting and quieter than other noisy destinations. However, you can still experience great experiences because Cat Ba Island is full of local specialties and unique delicacies to enjoy at night. Don't miss the chance to try Hai Phong crab noodle soup, a local specialty at several outdoor eateries, or rent a bicycle to explore the town's peaceful streets. For about 30,000 VND per hour, you can enjoy this fun.