Cat Ba Island Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Cat Ba Island. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Best Seller 2026 All Inclusive Halong–Lan Ha Bay Many Options

• Mon Chéri Cruises 5 Star: Amazing 3 Days Exploring Halong & Cat Ba Island

• Best Lan Ha Bay Cat Ba Cruise 2 Days 1 Night Less Touristy

• 3D and 2N Lan Ha Bay Cat Ba Island Kayaking & Trekking with Vega

• Lan Ha Bay & Cat Ba Island Day Tour – Nature Escape, Less Crowds

Cat Ba Island is the largest island in Ha Long Bay, and many people visit—or catch views of it—from a cruise. These vary in cost depending on the duration, the level of accommodations and meals, and other inclusions. Expect to pay around US$40 for a day tour to Cat Ba Island with some hiking, swimming, and snorkeling. Longer tours of the bay that include the island cost upwards of US$110 for an overnight tour, and US$320 for a 2-night tour.

Yes, Cat Ba Island is definitely worth visiting while you're in the Ha Long Bay area. Some visitors are content with cruising past, but if you want to stretch your legs—or arms—with some outdoor activities, Cat Ba Island is a good place to go hiking and kayaking. Guided tours are the easiest way to get there, and these are typically budget-friendly.

Per one customer who booked the Lan Ha Bay & Cat Ba Island Day Tour – Nature Escape, Less Crowds, "This was one of the best tours ever! Everything was perfect—from schedule, food, activities, kindness of tour guide and the whole crew. Really recommend it!"

Some of the top attractions and activities on Cat Ba Island include hiking, rock climbing, and looking for wildlife at Cat Ba National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, enjoying the views from Cannon Fort, visiting the ancient fishing village of Cai Beo, exploring the island’s many caves, and swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving.

There is a wide range of accommodation options on Cat Ba Island, from homestays to hostels, hotels, and even resorts with swimming pools and other amenities. It’s also possible to camp at a beach camp resort with tents and bungalows or even stay in glamping tents on nearby Monkey Island.

Cat Ba Island is the biggest island in Halong Bay, located in the La Ha Bay portion. Many visitors visit Cat Ba Island as part of a day-long or multi-day Halong Bay cruise, which often includes transfers from Hanoi. You can take a ferry to the island from Halong City.

Plan to spend two to three days on Cat Ba Island to experience its many attractions fully. That will give you enough time to visit Cat Ba National Park, Cannon Fort, caves such as Hospital Cave and Trung Trang Cave, and spend time on the beach and in the water.

There are plenty of dining options on Cat Ba Island, especially in Cat Ba Town, where you can find Vietnamese food and Western options like pizza and burgers. Fresh seafood is a specialty of the island and can be enjoyed at one of the floating villages or restaurants and street food stalls at the fishing harbor.

Monkey Island is located close to Cat Ba Island and Cat Ba town. Known for its large population of monkeys, it also offers two beautiful beaches ideal for sunbathing and clear waters for swimming. It’s accessible by a short boat ride from Beo Wharf through Cai Beo Fishing Village.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting Cat Ba Island. According to travelers, these are some of the top Ha Long Bay attractions:

• Lan Ha Bay (Vinh Lan Ha)

• Surprise Cave (Hang Sung Sot)

• Bai Tu Long Bay

• Titop Island (Dao Titop)

• Hon Ga Choi Island (Fighting Cocks Island)

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in and around Ha Long Bay.