Halong Bay travel is renowned for its majestic mountains and spectacular caves… However, if visitors do not indulge in one of the activities recommended by Mytour below, then consider your trip incomplete.
Experience 8 Wonderful Things in Halong Bay during the 2015 New Year Holiday
1. Kayak Tour to admire Halong Bay
If you visit Halong Bay without experiencing a Kayak journey to explore the Bay, it is truly regrettable. Sitting on a small Kayak, gently paddling on the turquoise water, while marveling at the captivating natural scenery, is a simple yet incredibly enjoyable experience.
In 2000, National Geographic Adventures magazine voted Halong Bay as one of the top 25 kayak touring destinations in the world. There are many places in Halong where you can rent Kayaks (at tourist boat docks, on various islands), with rental prices ranging from 100,000 to 200,000 VND per hour depending on the type of Kayak (single, double, or triple seat).

2. Explore the Coastal Fishing Villages
Escape the glittering lights and extravagance of city centers, leave behind the hustle and bustle of urban life. The coastal fishing villages in Halong are peaceful, pristine, offering a fascinating destination for travelers. Places for this experiential activity could be the Van Chai Cooperative in Vung Vieng village, Cua Van village, Ba Hang village... You can rent a bamboo boat right at the Halong tourist pier.

3. Spend a Night on a Cruise Ship
Tourist boats on the bay resemble mini hotels, complete with clean bedding, air conditioning, and private bathrooms. It's fascinating when you can relax right in your own cabin, and when you open the window, you'll see majestic mountains, vast waters, maybe some fish or jellyfish swimming below the window of your cabin. At night, tourists can go up to the ship's deck to admire the stars, the nighttime sea views.

4. Discover the Beauty of Halong Bay from a Seaplane
Hai Au Aviation has officially launched seaplane sightseeing tours of Halong Bay since September 9, 2014. The fleet includes two Cessna Grand Caravan EX seaplanes, with spacious windows, allowing passengers to easily enjoy the panoramic views and capture beautiful moments from various aerial perspectives. As a result, tourists will have the opportunity to experience the journey from Hanoi to Halong as well as fly to admire the scenery over the bay at altitudes ranging from 500 to 3000 meters above sea level.
With this incredibly impressive experience, tourists to Halong Bay have even more new options for a unique exploration journey.

5. Night Squid Fishing and Stargazing on the Sea
Halong Bay tourism is particularly enchanting in winter, making it a paradise for fishing enthusiasts. During chilly days, the bay becomes abundant with squid, making it the perfect time for squid fishing at night.
Squid fishing in Halong is truly an exciting experience, as visitors can admire Halong Bay at night, resembling a sparkling and mystical city, while enjoying delicious freshly caught squid amidst the open sea.

6. Conquer the Majestic Cliffs of Halong Bay
Not only attractive because of its charming landscapes and dreamy seascape, Halong Bay, with its diverse and challenging terrain, poses a challenge for mountain climbing enthusiasts. If you're a devotee of this adventurous sport, the rugged cliffs, winding corners, and majestic peaks of the mountains, rocks, and caves in Halong Bay will provide you with an exhilarating sense of longing for conquest.

7. Indulge in Delicious Hot Squid Sausage
Visiting Halong Bay not only brings tourists joyful moments at beautiful natural attractions but also leaves a mark in their hearts with its fascinating cuisine, characteristic of a region rich in beauty and flavors.
The most famous specialty in Halong's list of delicacies is undoubtedly squid sausage, made from fresh, pure squid. What distinguishes the distinctive flavor of Halong squid sausage lies in the hand-mashing technique, rather than machine grinding as in many other places. After being seasoned, the round pieces of sausage are fried in bubbling hot oil until they turn a captivating golden color and emit a fragrant aroma. Thanks to this, Halong squid sausage has a natural crispiness and rich flavor.

8. Halong Bay Tourism: Discover Stunning Caves
Halong Bay is often likened to a masterpiece of aquatic nature, bestowed with perfect beauty. Within this aquatic masterpiece, besides the 'water and rocks' as many people often say, it is also famous for its beautiful and unique caves. Each cave in Halong bears an intriguing name, arousing curiosity in travelers to explore such as: Heavenly Palace Cave, Surprising Cave, Passage Cave, Wooden Head Cave, Garlic Cave,...

Source: Traveltimes.vn
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Reference: Travel Guide by Mytour
MytourNovember 18, 2015