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Vietnam’s Halong Bay - by Kayak

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Vietnam’s Halong Bay - by Kayak
  • Category: Kayaking/Culture
  • Season: 15 - 24 Mar / 22 - 31 aug
  • Location: Vietnam
  • Cost: US $4,450 per person + atx
  • Min Group: 10
  • Customizable: Yes
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About the trip

When we first arrived in Halong Bay in 1994, we knew we had discovered one of the world’s ultimate paddling destinations. Since then we have returned regularly to Vietnam to lead unique kayaking trips in this myriad of fantastically shaped islets.

The adventure begins in Hanoi, where we stay in a comfortable hotel fabulously located in the Old Quarter, a short walk from the iconic Hoan Kiem Lake. After experiencing the highlights of this bustling city, we head to Halong Bay and sail into serenity. Our comfortable base for the week is a lovely, traditionally built sailing junk, featuring double cabins with en-suite bathrooms, deck areas for relaxing and an experienced, friendly crew – including a marvelous chef!

This trip takes us far from the crowds, and into the remote reaches of the bay, where few people ever go. In our kayaks we wind through the labyrinth of limestone islets, finding secret passages to hidden lagoons and magical sea caves – and watching out for the dragon said to live in these waters! On our paddling excursions we visit the floating villages of fisherfolk, and stop to chat with children rowing by in tiny bamboo boats. In a beachside temple, we witness animistic ceremonies in which local people lyrically worship the deities of the bay.

Join us to enjoy the best paddling in the world, gain an insight to Vietnamese culture, tradition and mythology and savor the finest cuisine Vietnam has to offer!

 

Note: A detailed packing list will be shared with you once you have signed up for the trip



Duration – 10 days
Acco - hotels 3 nights
Mother ship - 7 nights
Activities - easy to intermediate sea kayaking, cultural encounters, Hanoi city tour
Begin / End - Hanoi, Vietnam

 

Cost Inclusive of

1.  All ground transportation
2.  Airport transfers on the first and last days of the trip
3.  kayak guiding, instruction and equipment
4.  All accommodation and most meals (some lunches might be on your own)
6.  Cultural tour guiding and entrance fees

Cost Not Inclusive of

1.  International flights
2.  Internal flights
3.  Visa processing fees
4.  Beverages and alcoholic drinks .
5.  Personal insurance and gratuities
6.  Medical insurance, including emergency evacuation (We also strongly advise you to purchase trip cancellation insurance.)
7.  Any expenditure of personal nature, such as telephone calls, laundry, bike rentals and others not mentioned in the itinerary

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Add-on excursions:
Lost Kingdoms of Northern Vietnam:

On this multi-activity trip you trek and kayak among the hill tribes of the Ba Be Lake area in Vietnam's Northern Highlands. This remote, stunningly beautiful region has been declared a national park to protect rare wildlife species that have only been discovered and named recently by scientists.

Siem Reap/Angkor Wat:

No journey to SE Asia is complete without a visit to the mystical Angkor temples around Siem Reap, Cambodia. Watch the sun rise over the stunning towers of Angkor Wat; sit in the roots of a giant tree to gaze at the peaceful four side faces of Bayon temple; marvel at the intricate carvings in Banteay Srei and hike through cool forest to the astounding riverbed carvings in Kbal Spean. As our knowledgeable guide brings history alive, you will be spellbound and moved by this incomparable UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Suggested length: 3 to 5 days
Please let us know your preferences and we will put an amazing excursion together for you.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Hanoi 
After settling into your hotel, you meet your travel companions and enjoy a welcome dinner at one of our favourite restaurants.

Day 2 – Hanoi 
Rise early to join locals exercising along the shores of fabled Hoan Kiem Lake. Visit our secrets haunts as well as the famous sites, including Ho Chi Min’s Mausoleum and the Confucian Temple of Literature. 

Day 3 – Halong Bay
Embark our mothership and head up to the top deck to get a 360 degree view as we cruise through the labyrinth of limestone islands towering above us in fantastical shapes. Pick up some paddling instruction from your kayak guru and go out for a shake-down excursion. 

Day 4 – Halong Bay 
The next few days takes you to the hidden gems where hardly anyone ventures. Find secret passages to hidden lagoons and into magical sea caves on the rarely visited fringe of the bay. 

Day 5 –Halong Bay 
Paddle through a ‘wall’ of rock towers that seems to open up to let you through, and close behind you – an Alice Through the Looking Glass experience! 

Day 6- Halong Bay
Following your trusty guide, navigate intricate mazes of islands to reach a floating village where we pay visits to homes and local shops - by kayak!

Day 7– Halong Bay 
Explore wild watery tunnels and caves, then paddle up to a temple on a white sand beach, witnessing animistic ceremonies to worship the spirits and deities of the bay.

Day 8– Halong Bay 
Our final day of paddling - more caves, sea arches, swimming. Chill on the deck of your mothership before indulging in a final multi-course seafood feast.

Day 9– Halong Bay to Hanoi 
Back in Hanoi, celebrate our adventure with a fabulous farewell dinner in a beautifully restored French colonial mansion.

Day 10. Leave Hanoi 
Say goodbye to new found paddling friends and set off homewards or to further adventures.

Trip Ends Here!
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