Passeios por Cai Beo Floating Village

Highly recommended! Beautiful landscapes, super fun kayaking, swimming and cycling around the island. Our guide Tony was super kind and friendly, even helped us book a taxi after the tour finished. My vegan friend also had lots of options to eat inside the ship, everything was delicious! I can’t even choose which part I loved the most

a perfect cruise: excellent and fresh food, hot jacuzzi with a view of the bay (just incredible), kayaking, squid fishing (we had a lucky catch), village visit and floating aquaculture farm with our guide who spoke excellent English and was very gentle and courteous. The rooms are superb and waking up to the bay view is extraordinary! And to top it all off, the weather was beautiful and we were the only ones on this large boat with a charming Frenchwoman.

It was a nice experience. The views were stunning. We went on a kayak and explored. The waters were calm and it was not crowded. It was definitely much better than our Halong Bay cruise. Highly recommended 👍👍👍

I booked the tour the afternoon before, and the order was confirmed that evening, with the meeting point sent to my email. I was staying in Cat Ba Town, so it was a five-minute walk to the meeting point the next morning. First, guests were picked up from their hotels one by one, and then we went to the pier to board the cruise ship. The first stop was a village tour, which included free fish pedicures and bicycle rides, with about an hour of free time. After being picked up by an electric car, we returned to the cruise ship. The second stop was for swimming; guests could freely go into the water, or just relax on the cruise ship if they didn't want to swim. Then came lunch, which was a buffet with fresh and delicious food! After lunch, we returned to the port to drop off the half-day guests and pick up a new group for the afternoon half-day tour. We then continued out to sea, and the third activity was tandem kayaking, which lasted about 40 minutes. There were almost no waves, so it was very safe. Back on the cruise ship, we sailed a bit further to the afternoon swimming spot. Guests could freely choose whether to go into the sea; those who didn't could enjoy afternoon tea on the cruise ship, with complimentary tea and fruit. After a short break, the cruise ship slowly made its way back to the port. The guide arranged shuttle buses to drop guests back at their hotels, stop by stop. The full-day tour was very rich in activities, yet very leisurely.

Everything was perfect. The guide was super friendly. Although we were the only non-Vietnamese people on board, he made sure to explain everything to us in English. The itinerary was perfect and well-managed. It's great value for money.

Reasons for choosing Lan Ha Bay: 1. We wanted to avoid the grotto tours included in Ha Long Bay day trips, as we had already seen many similar landscapes in southwestern China. 2. We wanted to allocate a higher budget for meals. 3. We were interested in the pristine village environment of Cat Ba Island. After the actual experience, all these expectations were met, and the overall experience even exceeded them. The variety of seafood meals on board depended on what ingredients were available in the market that day. Unfortunately, in November, we could only find squid and shrimp, which are available year-round, and the selection was far less abundant than during peak season. Nevertheless, the meals were still very delicious and diverse. Our guide for this trip, Billy, was extremely knowledgeable and professional. He gave us a very comprehensive introduction to Vietnam's modern history and recent developments. His English was clear, accurate, and adhered to international etiquette, which left a deep impression on me. If I have the opportunity in the future, I would consider staying overnight on Cat Ba Island.

Our Lan Ha Bay overnight cruise was truly an unforgettable experience! Choosing this route over the more touristy Ha Long Bay was hands down the best decision we made. Lan Ha Bay’s views were absolutely breathtaking—serene, awe-inspiring, and nothing short of magical. Watching the sunrise and sunset over the bay felt like witnessing God’s masterpiece—it was that stunning. Tony, our tour guide, was fantastic. He was super friendly, shared great stories, and gave us fascinating insights about the bay. He even went the extra mile by taking photos and videos for us, which was such a thoughtful gesture. We also met some amazing fellow travelers who shared their own Vietnam adventures, adding even more warmth and fun to the trip. The journey to and from the port was smooth and comfortable, especially with the luxury van pick-up—it really added to the overall experience. If you’re looking for a peaceful yet magical alternative to Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay is the way to go. Highly recommended!

We had a great time, very smooth trip and professional hospitality. Best food we have ever had in Cat Ba, the guide (Tony) and his team was very helpful and hand on. Run on time, new car and worry free. Recommend