Ha Long Bay Cruises: The 15 Best Boats to Book

1.Ha Long Bay Day Cruise – Swimming, Meal, Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,415 reviews · from $41Our pick

Escape Hanoi for a full day on Ha Long Bay. Cruise among limestone islands, visit Sung Sot Cave, kayak or take a bamboo boat through Luon Cave, swim or hike on Titop Island, and enjoy lunch plus a sunset snack. Guides such as Sunny, Alex, Ken, and Tom add humor and local insight.

“My partner and I had a great time! Our guide, Sunny was amazing! He gave us lots of informations about the Vietnamese culture, which we loved. The cruise was really fun! The view is amazing and all the activities were really cool. The only thing which wasn’t as amazing was the food on the cruise… But other than that, I would highly recommend it! Thank you, Sunny!”

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2.Amanda Cruise – Ha Long, Lan Ha Bay – All Inclusive 2D1N & 3D2N

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,358 reviews · from $56Top rated

Spend two days aboard Amanda Cruise between Hanoi and Ha Long Bay, with a private sea-view cabin, meals, kayaking, cave visits, swimming, Tai Chi, cooking, and squid fishing. Guide quality varies, so confirm your boat, route, cabin, and transfer details before paying.

“Highly recommended: although the room has no terrace, it has windows from where the views are beautiful. Varied activities, very friendly and professional staff and comfortable boat.Auto-translated”

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3.Cozy Bay Halong 5-Star Day Cruise, Buffet, Cave, Kayak, Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,512 reviews · from $48

Spend 11 to 12 hours traveling from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay by shuttle bus, then cruise for five to six hours with guide-led visits to Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island, plus kayaking or a bamboo boat, buffet lunch, and a sunset party. Guides such as Minh, Duc, Binh, and Tim are praised for clear service.

“So much that is good but we were super impressed with our tour guide (Minh) who made contact with everyone the night before departure and so no last minute worries about pick up points and times”

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4.Featured: All-Inclusive OVERNIGHT Halong Cruises – many options

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,490 reviews · from $149

Choose a one-night cruise through Halong, Lan Ha, or Bai Tu Long Bay, with Hanoi pickup, meals, an air-conditioned cabin, and activities such as kayaking, bamboo boats, caves, tai chi, and cooking. Boat quality ranges from three to five stars, so read your option carefully.

“Don’t book with them they took our money and never showed up. When we tried to call them they kept on hanging the phone, SCAM!”

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5.Lan Ha – Ha Long Bay – Dau Be island 2D/1N from Cat Ba in less touristy areas.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,460 reviews · from $170

Set out from Cat Ba with guides such as Ben, Jack, Tony, Hang, or Danny for a small-group overnight cruise through Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay. Kayak into Ba Ham Lake, visit caves, fishing villages, beaches, and Dau Be Island, then sleep in a private cabin with a bathroom.

“My tour was originally cancelled due to the government closing the bay during a tropical storm. Although my time in Cat Ba was short, the company worked with me to get me another chance. In the end, I had a beautiful day and overnight, aRead more”

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6.Full day trip to Lan Ha-Ha Long Bay from Cat Ba, avoid the crowds

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,317 reviews · from $41

Set out from Cat Ba at 8:30 a.m. for a nine-hour cruise through Lan Ha and Ha Long Bays. Kayak through caves and rock arches, visit Cai Beo floating village, swim at quiet beaches, and enjoy lunch onboard. Guides such as Hang, Jack, Tony, and Bee are known for lively, caring service.

“An absolutely amazing day! The guides, Hang and Kong, were fantastic. The beach swimming was awesome and the kayaking through the lagoons and caves was incredible. Very affordable; food and cold beers were great also.”

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7.2-Day Halong & Lan Ha Bay 5-Star Cruise with Balcony

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,300 reviews · from $188

Travel from Hanoi by limousine to a 5-star boat in Halong and Lan Ha Bay. You get a private balcony cabin, meals, kayaking, swimming, cave visits, spring-roll making, tai chi, and squid fishing. Cruise schedules vary, so your cave or beach stops depend on the boat assigned.

“The kayaking was great and the stop in the bay beautiful Guides where super helpful and fun - we played a bit of volleyball”

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8.Halong Bay Day Tour With Titop Island, Cave, Kayak & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,551 reviews · from $40

Spend about 12 hours traveling from Hanoi to Halong Bay by shared coach and cruise boat. Guide names vary, with Alex, Tinh, Henry, Sam, Tom, and Austin often leading groups. Expect Sung Sot Cave, kayaking or a bamboo boat, Titop Island, seafood lunch, and a sunset fruit party.

“An amazing day out. The bay was gorgeous in the mist. Loved Titop Island and the cave. The bamboo boat was a relaxing way to see more of the area. Thanks Hercules!”

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9.Mon Chéri Cruise 5 star: Unique 2 Days Tuan Chau – Halong bay – Lan Ha Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,422 reviews · from $195

Board Mon Chéri Cruise at Got Pier for a two-day sailing through Lan Ha and Ha Long Bays. You’ll have time for kayaking, swimming, bamboo-boat cave visits, sunset and sunrise photos, Vietnamese meals, a cooking class, and squid fishing. Hanoi limousine transfers cost extra.

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10.Doris Cruise 5 star cruise 2 days visiting Halong Bay Lan Ha Bay private balcony

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,338 reviews · from $235

Spend two days aboard Doris Cruise among Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay limestone islands. You get a private balcony, meals, kayaking or a rowboat, swimming, Tai Chi, a cooking class, and Hanoi Old Quarter transfers. Emily, Mona, and Jessica are praised for warm, attentive service.

“The whole experience was great . Specially Emily treated us very well . She took care the whole group , asked for well being and food and everything . Big thanks 😊”

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11.Halong Bay – Hera Cruise – All Inclusive Multi Days Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,967 reviews · from $56

Spend two days aboard Hera Cruise in Halong Bay, with Hanoi pickup, meals, an ocean-view Junior Cabin, kayaking or a bamboo boat at Luon Cave, Ti Top Island, swimming, Tai Chi, and a cooking class. On some departures, guide Minh adds extra warmth and energy to the trip.

“Was a beautiful cruise with a fantastic crew, nice views all around, room was very comfortable and exceeded my expectations. Good food and good drinks! All around great time”

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12.All inclusive Bhaya 2-Day Halong Bay Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,556 reviews · from $144

Spend one night aboard Bhaya Cruises in Halong Bay, visiting Trinh Nu and Sung Sot caves, joining Tai Chi and cooking activities, and enjoying meals on board. Choose Hanoi pickup or meet at the port. Expect a small-group cruise, comfortable cabins, and an itinerary shaped by weather and tides.

“Great tour, lovely staff, comfortable air conditioned rooms and amazing food!!! Highly recommend.”

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13.2-Day Luxury Halong Bay Aspira Cruise from Hanoi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,517 reviews · from $178

Spend one night aboard the 5-star Aspira Cruise in Lan Ha Bay, with a private balcony, sea-view bathtub, four meals, kayaking or bamboo boating, Tai Chi, cooking, and squid fishing. You’ll meet at Tuan Chau at 11:00 am, or add the Hanoi Old Quarter transfer separately.

“Great Experience! Lovely Staff and Well Organized Tour. The Only Recommendation to book Premium Room 2nd floor and above. Don’t expect for WiFi :)”

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14.Renea Cruises – BEST Small Boat in Bai Tu Long & Halong Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,485 reviews · from $139

Renea Cruises takes you from Hanoi to quieter Bai Tu Long Bay for a 2-day, 1-night cruise. Expect Vietnamese meals, a seaview cabin, Cap La Island kayaking, Thien Canh Son Cave, Tai Chi, squid fishing, and a cooking class. Guides such as Cong, Hung, and Vic have led recent departures.

“It was a wonderful experience to wake up in Bai Tu Long Bay. The team was also wonderful ! If you have time, an overnight cruise is a must.”

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15.2-Day Halong Sapphire Cruise with Balcony Cabin

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,447 reviews

Sail from Tuan Chau Harbour through Halong and Lan Ha Bays in a balcony cabin with air conditioning and an en-suite bathroom. You’ll kayak to Dark and Bright Cave, swim in open water, join a spring-roll class, and enjoy meals onboard. Guides Luc, also called Power, and Trae are often part of the team.

“Power is a wonderful host. Very hospitable and lively. Enjoyed our stay thoroughly Good food and relaxing atmosphere. Recommended.”

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