What is the best way to see Halong bay?
If you haven’t visited Halong bay, you haven’t come to Vietnam. Halong is an iconic destination of Vietnam along with Sapa and Nha Trang. You might see lots of beautiful images on the internet about Vietnam that depict Halong bay. Or you have been in Vietnam and Halong, but you felt like there was nothing to impress you like in the pictures. Let me tell you the reason why. It is because you haven’t seen Halong bay in the right way. So, in this post, I would like to show you the best way to see Halong bay so that you can fulfill your vacation in Vietnam
1. Discovering Halong with its prominent characteristic
The most famous thing in Halong is karst caves. These caves were formed thousands years ago by the nature. Inside theses caves, there is a whole different world. And the most interesting thing about these caves is their shape. There are no two identical caves in Halong. Each cave has its own shape which might look like some animals, or objects. Its name also comes from its shape such as Trong cave (the cave looks like a drum). So, if you visit Halong bay, the best way to see Halong bay is visiting all these caves.
You should not only see outside but also go inside. There are lots of karst formations inside the caves. These formations have unique shapes which combine with the sparkling lights reflected by water to create an unreal scene. This breathtaking beauty always entertains tourists. So, don’t forget to visit caves in Halong bay.
2. Best way to see Halong bay – outdoor activities
Besides visiting around, you also should join in outdoor activities here. You would love the feeling of lying on the beach with fine sand and the shining sun above. You also can enjoy a cocktail on the beach. All make you a perfect vacation. If you don’t want to enjoy the beach, you can try to challenge yourself with hundreds stairs to climb up to the top of Ti Top island. Then, you will have a panoramic view of Halong bay from above. However, you really shouldn’t miss the beaches because the water in Halong is warm and crystal clear.
Another best way to see Halong bay is joining in activities on cruise. If you stay in Halong more than one day, you definitely stay overnight on cruise. There are lots of interesting activities on cruise that you shouldn’t miss. You should wake up early and join in Taichi class. This exercise helps you to be healthier and make your mind ease. Moreover, you also should participate in the cooking class where you can learn how to cook some Vietnamese dishes. Another activity that attracts lots of people is kayaking. The price for it includes in your tour. And, kayaking is also the best way for you to explore caves in Halong. Night on cruise is also worth a try. You can have fun with your friends on sun deck or watch night movie. Some cruises also offer squid fishing at night.
3. Best way to see Halong bay – visiting floating village
Cua Van is a fishing village in Halong bay. People here live on boat-house and earn their living by fishing. You might feel amazing that how a community can survive like this. Their family lives and works on a boat. They even have school and market. It’s very peaceful here. You can hear people talking and children playing without any noises from city. Moreover, the environment here is clean and healthy. In case there might be storms, they will move to the land for few days then come back.
4. Stay on cruise
You shouldn’t go to Halong and come back in one day. It only wastes your time and it’s not the best way to see Halong bay. It is because Halong also contains other smaller bays. If you come just one day, you can’t visit all. And if you stay overnight in Halong, you should choose stay on cruise. This kind of accommodation will gave you the best experiences ever. Here, you will have all services from a 5 star hotel. There also various types of room for you to choose and other services such as spa, happy hour, luxury dinner, etc.
Moreover, staying on cruise overnight will give you the most fantastic nights floating in the middle of the bay. You will stay away from the noises of city. There are only you and the quiet and beautiful bay. The price for one night on cruise varies. Like hotels, you can choose from luxurious cruises to the standard ones. Even though the price is higher than one for hotel, you will know that it’s worthy spending one night on cruise.
There are still a lots of best way to see Halong bay. But, I believe that the best will be discovered by you. You should find out your own way to see, to explore, to love Halong bay. This bay is a masterpiece of the nature and you can’t underestimate it just because you didn’t spend enough time and effort to discover Halong. If you didn’t visit all caves in Halong, never print your feet on the top of Ti Top island or stayed overnight on cruise, you really don’t know Halong Bay, you haven’t touched the beauty of this amazing wonder of the nature. So, don’t hesitate to do now!
