About Cat Ba

Cat Ba Island is a perfect combination of green forest ecosystem on limestone mountains, mangrove forest on high mountain, coastal mangrove ecosystem and marine and cave ecosystems.


★ World Natural Heritage Site Ha Long Bay – Cat Ba Archipelago (2023)

Best Time To Visit Cat Ba

From April to October, the weather is cool, suitable for relaxation and swimming. The peak season starts from May to July. From November to March, the island is quite deserted. This time is ideal for exploring nature and relaxing.

Spring
(Feb - Apr)

Spring drizzle

It's getting warmer

Turbid sea, cold water

Fog spreads on ground at night

Summer
(May - Jul)

Sunny and hot

Gentle waves lapping the shore

Summer showers

Kayaking on Lan Ha Bay

Trekking in Cat Ba National Park

Autumn
(Aug - Oct)

Full moon rising over the sea

Cool and windy

Nice and pleasant

Sailing through the magnificent bay

The most beautiful time of the year

Winter
(Nov - Jan)

Drizzle and North wind

Rough sea

Fog spreads on ground at night

Cruise on Lan Ha Bay

Year-end festive activities

Transport

You can rent a car or take bus straight to the island, about 100km from Hanoi to Haiphong, then continue to Cat Ba for about 2 hours.

Explore Cat Ba

Experience "climb the mountain and drop into the sea" in Cat Ba

To experience the hobby of Deep water soloing (climbing free cliffs and then dropping into the water), players have to climb vertical cliffs by themselves, until they get tired and let go of their hands to let themselves fall freely into deep water. This is a hobby that is considered the most natural sport in all types of climbing, because in terms of safety, as long as the water is deep enough, it is fine. Participants don't need too many tools such as belt protectors, ropes, hooks, or mattresses, but just bring hiking shoes and especially... courage. Lan Ha - Cat Ba Bay is considered a "paradise" for those who want to try this sport, because the variety of cliffs, the depth of the water as well as the terrain are very suitable for Deep water soloing. In addition to requiring participants to know how to swim, to ensure safety when jumping down, there must be water and a large depth underneath so that players are not in danger. Players can equip their own shoes, kayak to the rocky mountains, or contact to hire specialized business units to support this sport in Cat Ba. The units will support bringing players close to the cliff and provide climbing shoes, hand-applied magnesium powder to help hands rub more in the process of clinging and a "map" of climbing paths with levels from easy to difficult, the price for a rental ranges from 500,000-600,000 VND. "Map" the climbs and jumps from easy to difficult, symbols 4-5C are the easiest, for beginners, 6A-6B for semi-professionals, and 6B-7A through 8 and 9 are for professionals. Support units take players close to the cliff and show the climbing path. A representative of Cat Ba Climbing Club said that the number of foreign tourists participating was more than Vietnamese tourists. "In the last 2-3 months, Vietnamese tourists have increased compared to half a year ago. I hope this sport will be more popular with Vietnamese people," Mr. Quang Hung - a representative of the club - shared. Deep water soloing is a discipline that requires the flexibility of the hands, the dexterity of the legs and the need to know how to distribute strength, coordinate smoothly between the legs and hands, especially alertness and use of the brain. In addition, players must also learn how to drink water safely and avoid causing pain and burning of the body. Many tourists who are foreign children also try their hand at Deep water soloing. The sport requires players to know how to swim, be full 18 years old or if under 18 years old, need to be accompanied by a parent. In addition to the ideal water level and steep cliffs, the rocky outcrops are stretched out, helping players to safely receive water in case of slipping when climbing. Deep water soloing is an exciting but also adventurous sport. In addition to the ability to swim, players need to ensure enough health, skills and knowledge before deciding to try this "hobby". Deep water soloing is an adventurous sport, requiring tourists to ensure health criteria, not suffer from blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases, know how to swim, and have climbing skills.  Throughout the journey, there will be people arranged to monitor and support visitors.  Guests absolutely do not make this experience on their own. Photo: Cat Ba Climbing According to Dan Tri

Nature & Adventure 12/09/2024

Experience "climb the mountain and drop into the sea" in Cat Ba

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