Halong Bay Cruises: The 15 Best Boats

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

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

Review of a $41 Ha Long Bay day cruise from Hanoi with Sung Sot Cave, kayaking, Titop Island, lunch, swimming, and sunset snacks.

“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

Amanda Cruise explores Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay with caves, kayaking, Ti Top Island, meals, activities, and Hanoi transfers.

“One day before the tour booked for Amanda Criuse we were informed about an issue with water leak on the booked boat and re-booked to the Hera Grand Cruise to the same level cabin. To be honest, I didn't belive this reason (iit repeats in many reviews on Tripadvisor) with water leak and more, it was overbooking or something like that but it doesn't matter because the Gera Grand Cruise was really very good for us. Minh and his staff have made a great job to make our 2 Days Cruise comfortable and interesting. The boat is not made yesterday but still comfortable and nice to be there. Staff is…”

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

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

Review of Cozy Bay’s Ha Long Bay day cruise from Hanoi, with buffet lunch, Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island, kayaking, and sunset views.

“Ha Long Bay is awesome and well worth the trip! The best part of the tour was the boat ride where it’s peaceful and you can take in the sites. A note though-it’s all very crowded so just prepare yourself for that. Minh our guide was so great and made the tour even better!”

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

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

Compare Halong, Lan Ha, and Bai Tu Long overnight cruises with cabins, meals, activities, transfers, costs, and practical booking advice.

“Ha Long bay in general has a lot of tourists and a few of the attractions required queuing to access. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. But general experience of the bay is that it’s a bit of a tourist location.”

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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 $170.16

Review of the 2-day Lan Ha and Ha Long Bay cruise from Cat Ba, with kayaking, quiet coves, island stops, meals, cabins, and practical tips.

“The boat we were on was very old and tired and the catering is limited given the cost of the excursion - this is not to take away from the friendly staff who did their best to keep our group active on the water.- In hindsight we would not have booked an overnight cruise but just a day cruise.”

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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 $41.47

Cruise Lan Ha and Ha Long Bays from Cat Ba, kayak through caves, swim at quiet beaches, and enjoy lunch for $41.47.

“Had an amazing time on the boat trip with Jack! Beautiful views, really nice swim spots and a joyful kajaktour. Would really recommend this trip.”

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

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

Review of a 2-day Halong and Lan Ha Bay 5-star cruise from Hanoi, with balcony cabins, kayaking, caves, meals, and practical booking tips.

“The boat is great and there is a nice atmosphere on board. Food is fish based so if you don't like it request a diff menu.”

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

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

Review of a $40 Halong Bay day tour from Hanoi with Sung Sot Cave, kayaking, Titop Island, lunch, and sunset cruise.

“Great day trip from Hanoi to Halong Bay. All the 3 experiences of boat, caves and walk on the beach are fantastic. The food and service on the boat and the guide are excellent!”

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9.Le Journey Cruises – All Inclusive 2D1N and 3D2N

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,500 reviews · from $71.25

Le Journey Cruises explores Ha Long and Lan Ha bays with caves, kayaking, meals, cabins, and Hanoi transfers, with useful comfort caveats.

“The overall experience was not a good one. From the start, the boat looked absolutely nothing like the photos and is a complete bait and switch. I also booked this trip that said we would go to the pearl farm and we never went. Moldy AC oRead more”

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

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

Review of Mon Chéri Cruise in Halong and Lan Ha Bay, with food, kayaking, cabins, price, itinerary, tips, and booking advice.

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

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

Review of Doris Cruise’s 2-day Halong and Lan Ha Bay trip, with private balconies, kayaking, meals, Hanoi transfers, and practical booking advice.

“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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13.Hera Cruise – All Inclusive Multi Days Tour

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

Review of Hera Cruise’s 2-day Halong Bay tour from Hanoi, with kayaking, caves, Ti Top Island, meals, transport, and practical booking tips.

“Absolutely fabulous. Beyond expectation. Traveled with my husband and 2 kids 4 and 6 yrs old. Everyone was so accommodating.”

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14.BEST SELLER: Ha Long Bay Luxury Cruise Day Tour – All Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,728 reviews · from $55.94

Review of Ha Long Bay’s $55.94 luxury day cruise, covering caves, kayaking, Titop Island, food, transport, value, and practical tips.

“Uk Traveller Review. Very overwhelming picking a cruise but can honestly say that this was just perfect. Great host, food superb, fantastic destinations.”

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15.Official Jade Sails Luxury Day Tour in Halong Lanha Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,566 reviews · from $99.99

Review of Jade Sails’ $99.99 Halong and Lan Ha Bay day cruise, with lunch, kayaking, cave rowing, sunset views, and practical tips.

“Beautiful setting. The staff were very friendly and professional. My wife would recommend this to all her friends visiting Vietnam.”

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