EXPERIENCES

Hera Cruises is the only company offering high-end customizable activities and things to do to ensure an unforgettable Halong Bay adventure. When you are ready to experience Halong Bay’s many treasures and attractions, our ship delivers you to a reserved area for interacting with local fishers or viewing a museum model of native artifacts. Or you may chart your own journey and set off in one of our three tender boats.

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ON THE BOAT

Your cruise itinerary offers abundant opportunities for relaxation and self-care, during which time you can use our gym, treat yourself to a massage, facial or body treatment, unwind in our sauna or simply lie out on our sundeck and indulge in a signature drink.

IN THE WATER

You will have plenty of chances to immerse yourself in the crystal waters of secluded lagoons and grottos of Halong Bay. Go for a swim at your leisure or work your way through the water in kayaks or boats. At night, guests can try squid fishing from our vessel for the thrill of a fresh catch!

ASHORE

We will anchor near beautiful beaches so you can sunbathe or go for hikes to explore nearby terrain. Some tours offer cave visits to take in the wonder of stalactite and stalagmite formations. For those eager to see water communities, we will come across floating villages, where locals make their lives and depend on this precious ecosystem. Your investment in the local economy makes it possible for many people to continue to thrive here.

HALONG BAY CAVES

Halong was honored twice with the title “World Natural Heritage Site” by UNESCO for its geology and geomorphology. Therefore, visitors to Halong Bay should not miss the chance to explore its system of grottos, including Sung Sot Cave, Surprise Cave, Dau Go Cave, Wooden Stakes Cave, Thien Cung Cave and more.

HALONG BAY KAYAKING

Halong Bay is considered one of the most ideal places for kayaking in the world. Join a guided kayaking tour in Halong Bay. You will reach pristine islands and discover untouched lagoons when the tide rises in the late afternoon.

HALONG BAY SCUBA DIVING

For tourists who love discovery, scuba diving will be a favorite activity in Halong Bay. Explore pristine coral reefs and encounter various kinds of fish at the bottom of the sea.

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SQUID FISHING

Squid fishing in Halong Bay at night is an interesting activity and guests can take in the view of the Bay in the dark. Local fishermen will instruct tourists on fishing for squid in the sea. The fresh catch can be used to make delectable dishes for guests.

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VISITING FLOATING VILLAGES

Floating villages are a unique cultural feature of Halong Bay. Visiting floating villages, tourists will have time to interact with friendly fishermen and see floating pearl farms. Local villagers are the original inhabitants of Halong Bay and have lived on the sea for several generations.

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MOUNTAIN AND ROCK CLIMBING

Energetic tourists can partake in mountain and rock climbing in Halong. Precipitous limestone surfaces are a challenge for climbers. Professional climbers agree that the area is a paradise for adventurers as it has thousands of islands with tall limestone mountains.

PARASAILING
IN HALONG BAY

Recently, tourists to Tuan Chau Island have had a chance to experience parasailing over Halong Bay, something offered at many of the famous beaches of Vietnam (like Nha Trang, Phan Thiet and Vung Tau). With parasailing, participants can enjoy a beautiful seascape and find exhilaration in the open air.

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HELICOPTER TOURS

Helicopter tours (also called air-taxis) are a new service that has been provided since August 2008. On a helicopter tour, guests can have a full experience of the Bay in just 45 minutes. So there’s no need to fear that you are missing out if you have limited time.

CYCLING AND TREKKING
IN HALONG BAY

Guests who seek a calm atmosphere and scenic setting on the beach can cycle and trek to get an experience of Halong Bay. Visitors on beach walks will find themselves lost in fine white sand and a stunning seascape.