Cat Ba: Full-Day Trekking Cat Ba National Park & Viet Hai Village
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Cat Ba: Full-Day Trekking Cat Ba National Park & Viet Hai Village is a 8.5-hour experience in Cat Ba, Vietnam, from $66 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- From
- $66 per person
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 deer, snakes, native cats, squirrels, and
What you get
- Trekking, Hiking, Kayaking, Boat from Viet Hai back to Cat Ba Town
- Entrance tickets, Bicycle or Golf car
- A delicious Vietnamese lunch
- Experienced English-speaking tour guide
- Explore the most beauty of Cat Ba National Park, Viet Hai Village & Lan Ha Bay
- 1 bottel of water/ per person
About this experience
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 deer, 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 beach. This adventure blends wildlife spotting, cultural encounters, and breathtaking scenery in one unforgettable experience.
What's included
Included
- Trekking, Hiking, Kayaking, Boat from Viet Hai back to Cat Ba Town
- Entrance tickets, Bicycle or Golf car
- A delicious Vietnamese lunch
- Experienced English-speaking tour guide
- Explore the most beauty of Cat Ba National Park, Viet Hai Village & Lan Ha Bay
- 1 bottel of water/ per person
- Pick up from your hotel in Cat Ba Town Center
Not included
- Personal expenses & Drinks
- Holiday surcharge & Other services are not listed above
What you'll see and do
Cat Ba Town
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.
15 minutes here
Cat Ba National Park
Cat Ba National Park is a World Heritage Site designated as a biosphere reserve in northern Vietnam. Arrival at National Park, Our tour guide will help you to take the entrance tickets and start hiking from the entry of National Park. On the way we will pass 3 peaks named: Ang Vat, May Bau, Ang Phay where we can take a short break in 5-10 minutes for taking pictures and experiencing the diversity of the viewpoint. The route to Frog Pond will take around 2.5 hours. En route is the chance for enjoying bird watching, sightseeing in the primary forest. You will arrive at Frog Pond – the largest freshwater lake on Cat Ba island. You will see hundreds of Va Nuoc trees growing on the water, you will only see this kind of tree here in the whole Cat Ba national park. Frog Pond is also known with about 400 large and small islands and 130 small golden sand beaches. All create a beautifully natural picture and located on the route trans-forest from the national park center to Viet Hai village.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Viet Hai Village
After a 30 minute break we will keep going to Viet Hai village (around 4 km more). The way from here to Viet Hai village will be easy going as there is no uphill anymore, the path is mostly downhill and flat. Arrive at Viet Hai Village and meet the friendly local people who live inside the National Park. Enjoy delicious Lunch with home-cooked food at a local house in Viet Hai village, after lunch, we will cycle to explore this ancient village with nearly 100 houses, try fish massage experience in the cool stream or local fish pond. Start cycling 5km from Viet Hai Village to Viet Hai harbor, this is the most beautiful road for cycling.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Lan Ha Bay
The boat will stop at a floating house, we will see the local life on the water of Lan Ha bay, get a kayak and explore Lan Ha Bay – One of the most beautiful bay in the world. The boat will take you back to Cat Ba town, on the way back we will visit Cai Beo Floating Village, the oldest floating village in Viet Nam with hundreds of houses on the water.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Cat Ba Town
Arrive at Ben Beo harbor, get in the car to go back to your hotel in Cat Ba town. End Trips!
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Authentic Travel VIETNAM
Know before you go
- 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.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 5+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Authentic Travel VIETNAM, who run 158 experiences we rank across 11 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 49.8.
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Cat Ba: Full-Day Trekking Cat Ba National Park & Viet Hai Village: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cat Ba.
How much does Cat Ba: Full-Day Trekking Cat Ba National Park & Viet Hai Village cost?
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Prices start at $66 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cat Ba usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cat Ba: Full-Day Trekking Cat Ba National Park & Viet Hai Village take?
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Plan for about 8.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cat Ba is not rushed.
Is Cat Ba: Full-Day Trekking Cat Ba National Park & Viet Hai Village worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cat Ba, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cat Ba: Full-Day Trekking Cat Ba National Park & Viet Hai Village?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cat Ba: Full-Day Trekking Cat Ba National Park & Viet Hai Village suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8.5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Cat Ba: Full-Day Trekking Cat Ba National Park & Viet Hai Village?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cat Ba can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cat Ba and add a light layer if any part of the 8.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cat Ba: Full-Day Trekking Cat Ba National Park & Viet Hai Village start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cat Ba within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cat Ba?
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On Outty we rank every Cat Ba experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Lan Ha - Ha Long Bay - Dau Be island 2D/1N from Cat Ba in less touristy areas., Full day trip to Lan Ha-Ha Long Bay from Cat Ba, avoid the crowds, Le Journey Elegance - Halong Bay - All Inclusive Multi Day Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cat Ba?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cat Ba?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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