Experience the Sunset and Plankton Bioluminescent Night Kayak – Lan Ha Bay

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$35.00

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5 hours

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Overview

Sunset and Plankton Bioluminescent Night Kayak

Experience the magic of Lan Ha Bay like never before! This unique evening tour combines a breathtaking sunset cruise, a delicious seafood dinner on a floating house, and the unforgettable adventure of kayaking among glowing bioluminescent plankton.

Bioluminescent kayak adventure

Start your journey with a relaxing boat ride through Cai Beo Fishing Village to Van Boi Beach, where you can swim, kayak, and watch the sun set over the calm bay. Afterward, enjoy a freshly prepared BBQ dinner before heading out for the highlight of the night—kayaking under the stars as millions of plankton illuminate the water with every stroke of your paddle.

Swimming on Lan Ha Bay

The highlight of the night begins after dinner: a bioluminescent kayak adventure. As you paddle into the calm darkness, every stroke of your paddle and movement in the water will set off a glow from millions of plankton, creating the illusion of a starry sky beneath the sea. This sparkling spectacle is both breathtaking and rare—a natural phenomenon that will stay in your memory forever.

Sunset on Lan Ha Bay

This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, perfect for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and anyone who dreams of witnessing the sea sparkle like the night sky.

Included/Exclude

Roundtrip shuttle bus from Cat Ba town center
Sightseeing tickets
Lunch on the boat
Kayaking
Swimming & boat jumping
Sunset party
Visit floating villages

Beverages
Taxes
Personal expenses
Holiday surcharge: 10 USD/person (Christmas, New Year, Lunar New Year, 30 April, 1 May, 2 September)

Tour Plan

Ha Noi - Sunset and Plankton Bioluminescent Night Kayak

05:15 – 06:00: Pick up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter (Hoan Kiem District only).

08:30 – 08:50: Pick up at your hotel in Cat Ba town on the way to Ben Beo Pier.

08:50: Arrive at Ben Beo Pier. Tour guide provides entrance tickets for Lan Ha Bay & Ha Long Bay (included).

09:00: Board the boat and start cruising around Lan Ha Bay. Pass Cai Beo Fishing Village – the oldest and largest floating village in northern Vietnam – and sail among thousands of limestone karsts with unique shapes.

11:00: Kayaking through Dark & Bright Caves, lagoons, tunnels, and archways. This is the most beautiful and preserved area of Lan Ha Bay. If lucky, spot the rare Cat Ba langurs (golden-headed monkeys).

12:30: Vietnamese-style lunch served on board (vegetarian options available). Enjoy lunch while cruising through magnificent Ha Long Bay.

13:30: Continue sailing to southern Ha Long Bay.

14:30: Swimming and boat-jumping at Ba Trai Dao Beach, a quiet, natural, and less-touristy spot. Explore temple beach, lagoons, and arches.

15:00: Visit a floating fish farm to see local life and aquaculture. Join a Vietnamese cooking class on board.

15:30: Cruise back to the pier. Relax with sunset drinks while enjoying the magical scenery.

16:00 – 16:15: Drop off at hotels in Cat Ba town.

16:30: Bus transfer back to Hanoi.

20:30 – 21:00: Drop off at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter.

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General price: Adult (18+ years) $35.00 / ticket | Youth (13-17 years) $35.00 / ticket | Children (0-12 years) $35.00 / ticket

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2 thoughts on “Experience the Sunset and Plankton Bioluminescent Night Kayak – Lan Ha Bay”

Emily Carter 4 Tháng 9, 2025
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Perfect day tour! We loved the cooking class and the chance to swim in such a peaceful spot. The guide was very knowledgeable and took care of everyone
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Emily Carter 4 Tháng 9, 2025
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Professional service and excellent itinerary. The staff were so kind and the whole day felt relaxing yet adventurous. Definitely recommend this to friends.
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