10 Reasons to Visit Cat Ba Island, Vietnam

2. Swimming at Cat Co Beach

This is one of the most beautiful beaches on Cat Ba Island, located about 2 km from the center of Cat Ba town. Cat Co Beach has fine white sand, clear blue water, and gentle waves. You can sunbathe, swim, play water games, or relax on the loungers. Cat Co Beach is also divided into three areas: Cat Co 1, Cat Co 2, and Cat Co 3, each with its own characteristics and suitable for different needs of tourists.

3. Kayaking to Explore Lan Ha Bay

If you want to experience the feeling of adventure and discover the wonderful beauty of the sea bay, you should not miss the kayaking activity in Lan Ha Bay. This is a small bay located to the south of Cat Ba Island, with many small islands, caves, and coral reefs. You can kayak and freely explore secluded and peaceful places. You can also participate in guided tours with professional guides for better support.

4. Rock Climbing on Cat Ba Island

You can participate in rock climbing on the limestone cliffs at various locations on Cat Ba Island, such as Hidden Valley, Moondy Beach, King Fisher, or Monkey Island. You can also challenge yourself with deep water soloing, a form of rock climbing on limestone cliffs without using ropes, relying only on water for safety. You will be able to admire the beautiful landscapes of the sea bay from above, feeling the excitement and pride of overcoming difficulties and dangers.

5. Visiting the Ancient Fishing Village of Cai Beo

This is an ancient fishing village located in the west of Cat Ba Island, dating back over 6000 years. Cai Beo village is home to the Viet – Muong ethnic people, whose main occupation is fishing and aquaculture. You can come here to admire the stilt houses made of bamboo floating on the water, visit archaeological relics, and enjoy delicious fresh seafood dishes.

6. Exploring Cat Ba National Park

This is one of the famous ecological tourist spots on Cat Ba Island, covering an area of about 15,200 hectares, of which 9,800 hectares are mangrove forest. Cat Ba National Park is a place with rich biodiversity, many rare species of plants and animals, including the Cat Ba langur, an endemic primate species of Vietnam. You can come here to participate in ecological tours, trekking, mountain climbing, visiting caves and lakes.

7. Enjoying the Cuisine of Cat Ba Island

When you visit Cat Ba Island, you cannot miss the delicious fresh seafood and local specialties. You can try dishes such as Sa Sung fried with egg, grilled squid with chili salt, steamed grouper, lemongrass steamed Ghe, tamarind fried sea crab, scallops grilled with lard and green onions, grilled sea snails with butter and garlic, crab noodle soup, Cat Ba rice rolls, Cat Ba fish cakes and many other delicious dishes. You can find these dishes at restaurants, eateries, night markets or fishing villages on the island.

8. Visiting Trung Trang Cave

This is one of the most beautiful and largest caves on Cat Ba Island, located in the west of the island, about 15 km from the center of Cat Ba town. Trung Trang Cave is approximately 300 m long, 10 – 30 m wide, and 2 – 15 m high. Inside the cave, there are many magical limestone formations, illuminated by colored lights, creating a mysterious and impressive space. You can visit here to admire the natural artworks and learn about the history and culture of the local area.

9. Visiting Monkey Island

This is a small island located in the south of Cat Ba Island, about 4 km from the center of Cat Ba town. Monkey Island is named as such because there are many species of wild monkeys living on the island. You can visit here to watch the adorable and playful monkeys, interact with them or feed them. You can also enjoy the beautiful and pristine beach, swim, snorkel to see corals, or participate in adventurous activities such as parachuting, gliding, and mountain climbing.

 

10. Visiting the Small Islands around Cat Ba

In addition to Cat Ba Island, you can also visit other small islands around it, such as Cat Ong Island, Nam Cat Island, Cat Dua Island… Each island has its own beauty, but they all have beautiful and pristine beaches, clear blue water, and fine white sand. You can come here to swim, relax, or participate in fun activities such as rowing, surfing, fishing. You can also stay in eco-lodges on the island, such as wooden houses, stilt houses, tents. You will feel peaceful and close to nature when visiting the small islands around Cat Ba Island.

 

Cat Ba Island is a precious gem of Vietnam, offering visitors unforgettable experiences of nature, culture, and cuisine. You will enjoy the fresh air, majestic scenery, unique flavors, and the hospitality of the locals. Cat Ba Island is also a symbol of the resilience, strength, and pride of the nation, recognized by UNESCO as a World Biosphere Reserve. If you have the opportunity, visit Cat Ba Island to explore and appreciate the great values it offers.

Wishing you a joyful trip to Cat Ba with your family and friends!