Cat Ba National Park Full-Day Scenic Trekking from Cat Ba Island

Escaping the crowds in Halong Bay can be challenging, but this guided trek through Cat Ba National Park offers a unique alternative. As you hike to Frog Lake, keep an eye out for birds, snakes, native cats, squirrels, and perhaps even the endangered langur. Enjoy a home-cooked lunch in the charming Viet Hai village, where you’ll meet friendly locals. Afterward, explore the serene beauty of Lan Ha Bay, visit a floating fishing village, and relax on a tranquil bay. This adventure blends wildlife spotting, cultural encounters, and breathtaking scenery in one unforgettable experience.

1. 1

   Cat Ba Town

   15 min

   7:45 - 8:20 AM: Our bus and tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cat Ba town and start the journey to Cat Ba National Park.

2. 2

   Cat Ba National Park

   3 hours

   8.30-11.30: Arrive National Park gate, take entrance fee and start trekking. On the trail through the tropical forest you will be immersed in nature and will see some mammals such as mink, squirrel, monkey, bird and many butterflies, especially if you are lucky you will see species yellow-headed langurs, one of the rarest animals are listed in Red Book, climb over 3 mountains named locally as: "Ang Vắt, Mây Bầu, Ang Phay". 11.30: In after 2.5 hours trekking with distance about 6 km, you will stop at the frog pond This is the largest freshwater lake in the middle of the National forest. From frog pond's bottom, reaching up thousands of "Va Nuoc" trees, the species is only found in the Frog ponds not anywhere else in Cat Ba island. There are many types of fish and crab in the pond, take a rest 30 minutes here.

3. 3

   Viet Hai Village

   4 hours

   11.30: In after 2.5 hours trekking with distance about 6 km, you will stop at the frog pond This is the largest freshwater lake in the middle of the National forest. From frog pond's bottom, reaching up thousands of "Va Nuoc" trees, the species is only found in the Frog ponds not anywhere else in Cat Ba island. There are many types of fish and crab in the pond, take a rest 30 minutes here. 13.00: Have lunch and take a rest at Viet Hai village. Experience fish massage your feet in cool stream flowing from Cat Ba primeval forest. 14.00: Free to explore the lives of people in the village, take bicycling 5km to Viet Hai harbor.

4. 4

   Lan Ha Bay

   1 hour

   Get on travel boat through Lan Ha Bay, stop at a floating home for kayaking to discover the beauty of Lan Ha Bay- The most beautiful bay of the world, enjoy a great time to immerse yourself in Lan Ha bay's clear blue water. 16.00: Boat takes you back to Cai Beo wharf, you can visit Cai Beo Fishing floating village on way back. Cai Beo was formed hundreds years ago, associated with the process of ancient Cat Ba's residents moved from forest to the sea to find food from the ocean.

5. 5

   Cat Ba Town

   15 min

   17:00 - 17:20: Arrive at Ben Beo harbor, get in the car to go back to your hotel in Cat Ba town. End Trips!

• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Make sure to eat breakfast before you start the activity
• We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.