Oasis Bay Party Cruise 2 Days 1 Night – Ha Long Bay Tour

Ha Long Bay gets lively after sunset. The Oasis Bay Party Cruise pairs dramatic limestone scenery with kayaking, beach games, swimming, and a social onboard atmosphere aimed at young adults. I like the mix of active daytime outings and easygoing evening fun, and I like that pickup from Hanoi’s Old Quarter, meals, cabin, kayak, and sightseeing fees are built into the price. The main caution is simple: if you want a quiet, polished luxury cruise, this party-focused boat may feel too noisy or too casual.

At $128.70 per person for two days and one night, the value depends on how much use you make of the activities. You get an air-conditioned cabin, two lunches, dinner, breakfast, a guide, and transport from central Hanoi, but drinks, VAT, and personal costs come extra. The cruise receives a 4.9 rating from 745 reviews, with 98 percent recommending it, though one blunt assessment found the trip boring and overpriced. That split tells you exactly who should book: people seeking company and activity, not solitude.

Key points to know before booking

• A social cruise with a clear party angle: Expect young people, group activities, a sunset gathering, and a more outgoing mood than on a traditional scenic cruise.
• Ti Top Island is the main daytime stop: You can combine island sightseeing with beach time, swimming, and active fun.
• Kayaking and boat jumping are part of the appeal: The tour is designed for participation, not simply sitting on deck and watching the bay.
• Hanoi Old Quarter pickup saves planning time: The morning transfer begins around 8:00 to 8:30 and returns to the meeting point after the cruise.
• Cabins suit pairs or small groups: Rooms hold two or three people, with double or twin arrangements available for even-numbered couples and groups.
• The price includes more than the boat ride: Meals, sightseeing fees, guide service, cabin, kayak, and round-trip Old Quarter transport are included.

Why this cruise feels different from a standard Ha Long Bay trip

Ha Long Bay cruises often follow a familiar pattern: transfer from Hanoi, eat onboard, visit a cave or island, and spend the night surrounded by limestone formations. Oasis Bay keeps the scenery but adds a strong social program. Volleyball on the beach, swimming, boat jumping, a jacuzzi, kayaking, and a sunset party give the trip a youthful, active character.

I see this as a two-part holiday. During the day, you get the natural setting that brings people to Ha Long Bay. In the late afternoon and evening, the focus shifts toward meeting other people and having fun onboard. That combination can be excellent if you are traveling alone or with friends and want an easy way to join a group.

It is less suitable if your ideal night means an early dinner, a silent deck, and a book. The name says party, and you should take that seriously. Even if the evening remains manageable, the boat’s identity is social rather than restful.

The maximum group size is 50 people. That is large enough to give the cruise energy and make group games practical, but it also means you should not expect a private or intimate sailing experience.

The Hanoi pickup and morning transfer

Pickup from Hanoi’s Old Quarter is scheduled between 8:00 and 8:30 in the morning. This is useful because you do not need to arrange your own way to Tuan Chau Island, the departure point in Ha Long. The drive includes a short break around 10:15 to 10:30, giving you a chance to stretch and buy anything you forgot.

You arrive at Dock No. 25 of Tuan Chau Harbor around 11:15 to 11:30. From there, a transfer takes you to the Oasis cruise, with boarding and lunch activities beginning around 11:30 to 12:30.

The early start makes this a long first day, but that is normal for a Ha Long Bay trip from Hanoi. You spend much of the morning getting to the coast, so pack water, keep your essentials accessible, and avoid putting medication or swimwear deep inside your luggage.

The transport is part of the value at this price. A cheaper boat without Hanoi pickup may not be cheaper once you add a private car or shared transfer. Here, the morning schedule is fixed, so you trade flexibility for convenience.

Ti Top Island: beach time with a view

Ti Top Island is the first major stop. The visit lasts about five hours within the first day’s program, giving you time for more than a quick photo stop. The island is known for its beach and elevated views, and the tour uses the setting for swimming, kayaking, volleyball, and other activities.

The practical advantage is variety. You can be active for part of the visit, cool off in the water, and then slow down when you want. If you prefer not to join every game, the island still gives you a break from the boat and a chance to enjoy Ha Long Bay from land.

The drawback is that a popular island stop can feel busy, especially when several boats follow similar routes. The supplied information does not promise a private beach or a quiet visit, so you should expect a shared public attraction rather than a secluded cove.

This is also where the cruise’s social character matters most. Joining a volleyball game or a swim is a natural way to meet people quickly. If you are traveling solo, the activities help remove the awkwardness of trying to make conversation from scratch.

Bring a swimsuit, sun protection, and footwear that can handle wet surfaces. The cruise includes a cabin and onboard amenities, but you will enjoy the stop more if your beach gear is ready before leaving Hanoi.

Kayaking, swimming, and boat jumping on Ha Long Bay

Kayaking is included, which is important because it lets you experience the bay at water level rather than only from the upper deck. The tour also includes swimming and boat jumping, both of which reinforce the active style of the cruise.

I like that these activities are included rather than offered as vague optional extras. You can budget more accurately before departure. Still, personal spending does not disappear. Drinks brought onboard or purchased during the trip are extra, and the 8 percent VAT surcharge is not included in the advertised price.

The activity schedule may suit you if you want your Ha Long Bay visit to feel energetic. You will have several ways to spend your time instead of waiting around between sightseeing stops. On the other hand, people who dislike water activities may find that much of the cruise’s appeal passes them by.

There is a jacuzzi onboard as well. That gives you another way to relax after kayaking or swimming, though the information does not specify its size or operating schedule. Think of it as a useful extra, not the reason to choose the cruise.

Sunset on the sundeck and the evening party

Around 5:00, you return to the main cruise and move toward the overnight area. This is the best time to slow down, sit on the sundeck, sunbathe, and watch the bay change as the day fades.

From 6:00 to 7:00, a light sunset party is served with food and drinks. The wording suggests a social gathering rather than a full-scale nightclub event, but the cruise is plainly built around group interaction. You can expect the atmosphere to become more animated after the daytime activities.

Dinner is included, and the boat provides a cabin with two-way air conditioning. Cabins are arranged for two or three people. Couples and groups with an even number of people can request double or twin rooms, while solo customers pay for a bed in a shared twin cabin.

That shared-cabin policy is worth considering before you pay. It keeps the solo price more reasonable and can help you meet people, but it also means you give up privacy. If you are booking with a friend, confirm the room arrangement you want at the time of booking.

A complimentary bottle of mineral water per person, instant tea, coffee, and a snack are placed in the cabin. Tea and coffee are also available during breakfast. These are small touches, but they make the overnight stay easier, particularly if you do not want to buy every drink onboard.

Day two begins with breakfast and a slower pace

Breakfast is served from 7:45 to 8:30, with Vietnamese and Western choices. That range is useful after an active first day because you can choose something familiar or try a local breakfast style. The supplied details do not list the exact dishes, so do not book this expecting a specific menu.

Check-out takes place around 9:00 to 9:30. The information gives only a short outline for the second morning, so you should confirm the final return schedule when booking or boarding. Two lunches are included in the package, which helps cover the daytime meal service across the two-day program.

The second day is likely to feel less packed than the first. You have already completed the main island and water activities, so the morning gives you time to eat, pack, and enjoy the final hours onboard. For some people, that is a welcome breather. For others, the limited detail may make the last morning feel less substantial than the first.

Since this is a two-day trip rather than a longer cruise, you get a taste of Ha Long Bay without committing several days. That is useful if your Vietnam schedule includes Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Hue, Hoi An, or other major stops.

Food, service, and the guide

The package includes breakfast, dinner, two lunches, tea and coffee at breakfast, cabin accommodation, and basic refreshments. Food can make or break a cruise, especially when you are on a fixed schedule and cannot simply walk ashore for another option.

The strongest praise attached to this cruise centers on service, comfortable beds, and flexible handling of dietary needs. Those details matter more than a fancy menu. If you have dietary requirements, tell the provider before departure and repeat the request to the guide and restaurant staff onboard.

Guide Tina is specifically praised for her work. Guide quality can shape the whole trip because the staff manages transfers, timing, activity instructions, meals, and the social mood. If Tina is leading your departure, her name is a useful point of reference. Staff assignments can change, so do not assume she will be on every sailing.

The English-speaking guide is included. That gives you help with the schedule and activities without needing to organize each stop yourself. The tradeoff is that a group of up to 50 people cannot receive the same personal attention as a private tour.

Is $128.70 good value?

At $128.70 per person, the cruise sits in the affordable-to-midrange part of the overnight Ha Long Bay market, based on the inclusions provided. The price covers Hanoi Old Quarter pickup and drop-off, two lunches, dinner, breakfast, accommodation, sightseeing entrance fees, kayaking, a guide, and a bottle of water.

I would judge the value by your priorities:

• If you want transport, meals, a bed, and several activities in one booking, the price is reasonable.
• If you plan to join the party, kayak, swim, and use the beach activities, you are getting a fuller package.
• If you mainly want quiet scenery, the same price may feel high because the social program will not add much for you.
• If you are traveling alone, the shared twin cabin keeps the cost accessible, but privacy is limited.

Remember the final bill can rise with the 8 percent VAT surcharge, drinks, personal expenses, and a $20 public holiday surcharge. Drinks brought onboard may also incur an additional charge. Ask for the total payable amount before departure so the advertised figure does not catch you off guard.

The 4.9 rating and 98 percent recommendation suggest that the cruise meets its intended purpose very well. Still, one poor assessment called it boring and too expensive. That criticism is useful rather than alarming: it shows that the cruise’s value depends heavily on your interest in group fun.

Who should book the Oasis Bay Party Cruise?

I would recommend it to young adults, solo customers, couples with an outgoing mood, and friends who want more than sightseeing. The shared cabin option, group games, beach activities, and sunset party make it easy to connect with other people.

It can also work well for a first Ha Long Bay visit. You get the major setting, an island stop, water activities, meals, and a night onboard without having to coordinate several separate bookings.

I would be more cautious for families with young children, older couples seeking calm, or anyone expecting a luxury cruise. The supplied information does not promise a quiet atmosphere, private excursions, premium dining, or a small vessel. The activity list points in the other direction.

The cruise requires good weather and a minimum number of participants. If weather causes cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. If the minimum number is not reached, you are offered another date or experience, or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least three full days before the start time. Cancellation or changes made within that period are not accepted.

My booking verdict

Book this cruise if you want Ha Long Bay with motion, music, games, and company. The included transport and meals make the $128.70 price easier to justify, and the mix of Ti Top Island, kayaking, swimming, beach volleyball, boat jumping, and a sunset gathering gives you plenty to do.

Skip it if your main goal is silence, privacy, or a refined onboard setting. In that case, the party concept may leave you feeling that the money would have been better spent elsewhere.

For the right person, Oasis Bay offers a convenient and sociable way to see one of Vietnam’s best-known natural sights. Just choose it for the atmosphere as much as for the scenery.

FAQ

How long is the Oasis Bay Party Cruise?

The cruise lasts approximately two days and includes one overnight stay onboard.

Is pickup from Hanoi included?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off in Hanoi’s Old Quarter are included. Pickup is scheduled between 8:00 and 8:30 on the first morning.

What is included in the cruise price?

The price includes breakfast, dinner, two lunches, Old Quarter transport, sightseeing entrance fees, an air-conditioned cabin, an English-speaking guide, kayaking, jacuzzi access, and cabin refreshments.

Can solo customers book a cabin?

Yes. Solo customers are quoted a price for one bed in a shared twin cabin.

What activities are offered?

Activities include kayaking, swimming, volleyball on the beach, boat jumping, and a sunset party. Ti Top Island is the main island stop.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least three full days before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than three full days before departure are not accepted for a refund.