Snorkeling Cruises in Hanoi: the 10 We’d Board First

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

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

Travel from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay by modern bus, then cruise among limestone islands, visit Sung Sot Cave, kayak or take a bamboo boat at Luon Cave, and swim or hike at Titop Island. Guides such as Sunny, Alex, Ken, and Tom are praised for clear explanations and lively humor.

“Sunny really showed all the places very well and his humorous is very funny and keep us very lively. Thank you Sunny.”

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

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

Spend 11 to 12 hours traveling from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay by shuttle bus and cruise boat. You’ll visit Sung Sot Cave, climb Ti Top Island, kayak or ride a bamboo boat, and eat a buffet lunch. Guides such as Minh, Tim, Duc, and Tony are often praised for clear explanations and smooth organization.

“Too many tour operators and boats. Everywhere was crowded. On a tight schedule Delayed waiting for late arrivals”

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3.Halong Bay Full Day With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming – Highway Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 743 reviews · from $39Best value

Travel from Hanoi’s Old Quarter to Ha Long Bay by highway, then cruise to Sung Sot Cave, Hang Luon, and Ti Top Island. Your guide, perhaps Huy, Duc, Ben, or another member of the team, keeps the large group moving through lunch, kayaking, cave walks, swimming, and mountain views.

“Even though it’s mentioned Highway transfer we had to pay extra 10 dollars for the pick up. Ver friendly tour guy. The food was amazing. Kayaking is optional and they will not guid you”

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4.All-Inclusive 2 Day/1 Night Halong Luxury Cruise, Meals, Cave, Kayaking,Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 668 reviews · from $50

Spend one night aboard a small-group Halong Bay cruise with a private balcony cabin, meals, cave visits, kayaking, swimming, Tai Chi, cooking, and squid fishing. Guides such as Sunny, Alex, Tom, or Tung may lead the trip, with routes changing between Halong, Bai Tu Long, and Lan Ha bays.

“I highly recommend this trip! The food and amenities were amazing. The staff was more than accommodating and went above and beyond to make this experience great. Our group wasn’t as big as the other boats out there which made the excursions even better. If you’re staying in Hanoi, this is worth the 2 hour bus ride for a couple day trip.”

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5.Halong Bay: Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet, Kayak, Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 456 reviews · from $42

Spend a full day on Halong Bay with an English-speaking guide such as Minh, Tim, James, or Trung. Cruise from Tuan Chau Harbor, visit Sung Sot Cave, kayak or take a bamboo boat through Luon Cave, swim at Ti Top Island, and finish with music, wine, fruit, and cake.

“The day ran very smoothly from the moment we were picked up to being dropped off. The food was delicious and boat was comfortable. What made the trip was our guide Minh, he was informative, friendly and full of happiness, he worked really hard.”

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6.Halong Bay 2D1N Cruise multi options, transfer, swim and kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 441 reviews · from $55

You’ll sail for one night through Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay, with an English-speaking guide, private cabin, meals, kayaking, swimming, and onboard activities. Choose a 4-star cabin or a 5-star option with balcony and bathtub, then add Hanoi, Halong, or Ninh Binh transfers.

“This is definitely not a five star cruise. I can give them a three star. I saw other cruises around and can compare with the others that looks much better .”

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7.All-Inclusive 3 Day/2 Night Halong Luxury Cruise Meals, Cave, Kayaking, Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 346 reviews · from $290

Spend two nights aboard a Halong Bay cruise with Hanoi pickup, private balcony cabin options, full meals, cave visits, kayaking, swimming, Tai Chi, cooking, and squid fishing. Routes may use Halong, Lan Ha, or Bai Tu Long Bay, with guides and managers such as Kenny, Ha, and Tim praised for attentive service.

“We were disappointed with the room as there were not exactly like the pictures . We had booked the highest priced cruise and unfortunately we were not given the name of the ship before 24 hrs of departure. The first day was so busy and crowded but the second day it was magical . We were a small group and we went to less touristy places . The food was amazing as was the staff . There are no activities after dinner except for the squid fishing which was lame . No tv working so evenings were boring . I think that the fact that the ship caters to 1…”

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8.Halong Bay Day Tour: Visit Cave Island Kayaking Swimming Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 248 reviews · from $51

Spend a full day cruising Halong Bay from Hanoi, with hotel pickup, a Vietnamese seafood lunch, Sung Sot Cave, Hang Luon kayaking or bamboo boats, and Titop Island’s beach and summit. Guides such as Tiger, Nam, Ha, and Ana have helped make the long day run smoothly.

“beautiful environment. The nature is beautiful and nice looking. The best part was the boat trip at sea. The destinations themselves, especially Titop Island, are a tourist attraction”

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9.Halong Bay Full-Day with 6 Hour Cruise Kayaking, Swimming, Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 222 reviews · from $53

Spend a full day in Halong Bay with guides such as Henry or Happy, a six-hour boat ride, Vietnamese seafood lunch, Sung Sot Cave, kayaking or bamboo boating at Hang Luon, and time to swim or climb Ti Top Island. Expect a long day, with about four hours on the road.

“Amazing trip to see the breath taking water and mountains that grow out it. The tour boat was well equipped for dinning, the upper deck could use some more seating. Getting to see the pearl farm was a great bonus . The shear number of mRead more”

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10.Ha Long Bay Six Hours Trip Kayaking & Swimming on Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 158 reviews · from $40

Spend about six hours on Ha Long Bay with an English-speaking guide, Vietnamese lunch, kayaking or bamboo boating, Surprising Cave, a beach swim, and a mountain viewpoint. Hanoi pickup is available for an added fee, while entrance fees cost 310,000 VND per person.

“Passeio imperdível! Inclui buscar no hotel, parada na fazenda de pérolas, passeio de barco com almoço, kaiak e entradas inclusas (surprising cave e ilha). Guia muito bom, acompanhou o grupo o tempo todo e teve atenção para que Read more”

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