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| Panoramic view of Thac Ba town |
Nestled amidst the emerald embrace of Ha Long Bay, Cat Ba Island beckons as a haven for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts alike. Just a stone's throw from the bustling port city of Haiphong, Cat Ba emerges as an unspoiled paradise, brimming with captivating wonders both above and below the cerulean waters. Let's explore unique and interesting destinations on this island together with congaitoiblog to see what has changed, shall we?. When we arrived at Cat Ba was in late April 2024. Cat Ba will have some differences from the information you may have previously known through social media, the press, and travel websites. I'll let you know in this article.
1. The first main spot we need to visit is Cat Ba Town
We need to go to Cat Ba Town first to find a homestay or hotel to stay here. Cat Ba Town is where most tourists stay when they come here. Cat Ba Town is the center of Cat Ba Island, where many restaurants, hotels, and beaches are located.
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| Part of Cat Ba town at night |
2. Beaches on Cat Ba Island
The beaches on Cat Ba Island are known for their turquoise waters and soft sand, making them a popular destination for swimming and sunbathing. However, the clarity of the water can vary depending on the time of year and weather conditions.Cat Ba has 4 beaches: Cat Co 1, Cat Co 2, Cat Co 3 and Tung Thu. All of these beaches are operating normally.
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| Cat Co beach 1 and 2 |
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| Cat Co Beaches 3 |
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| Tung Thu Beaches |
3. Lan Ha Bay
Lan Ha Bay emerges as a hidden gem, a sanctuary of tranquility and natural wonders. Lan Ha Bay unveils its own captivating allure, beckoning adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike to discover its secluded coves, pristine beaches, and mesmerizing karst formations. The tours to visit Lan Ha Bay are still operating as usual, but there are a few places that used to be visited but in April 2024 tourists won't be able to access them; they can only admire those spots from a distance.
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| The entrance to Lan Ha Bay |
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| Cai Beo fishing village on Lan Ha Bay |
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| Kayaking on Lan Ha bay |
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| Swimming on Lan Ha Bay |
4. Monkey Island, also known as Pineapple Island
In April 2024, I couldn't visit Monkey Island because it was announced that the government had reclaimed and demolished all tourist areas on the island to replant trees, restore natural forests, preserve the ecological environment, and conserve biodiversity for Cat Ba National Park, the Biosphere Reserve, and especially Lan Ha Bay area. According to an unreliable source, visiting Monkey Island will be much more difficult and expensive than before because you have to register and get permission; otherwise, you may encounter serious problems.
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| Monkey Island before being demolished |
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| Current status of Monkey Island in April 2024 |
5. Cat Ba National Park
Cat Ba National Park is home to over 600 species of flora and fauna, many of which are rare and precious. Visitors can engage in trekking activities, exploring the forest to learn about the island's diverse ecosystem. Activities to explore Cat Ba National Park will still take place normally in April 2024, however some locations have stopped serving tourists such as Hoi Farmstay Lake.
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| Cat Ba National Park |
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| Hoi Lake farmstay in Cat Ba National Park in early 2023 |
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| Hoi Lake farmstay in Cat Ba National Park in April 2024 |
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| Kim Giao peak in Cat Ba national park |
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| A view from Kim Giao peak in Cat Ba national park |
6. Trung Trang Cave
Trung Trang Cave boasts majestic landscapes with thousands of natural stalactites in unique shapes. Visiting this famous tourist spot, visitors will have the opportunity to admire the enchanting beauty and participate in many exciting activities. Activities to visit and explore Trung Trang cave are still taking place normally.
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| Trung Trang Cave |
7. Hospital Cave
Hospital Cave in Cat Ba is known as a cave with unique beauty in the Cat Ba archipelago area. Despite being designed for serving anti-American resistance activities, it still retains its natural charm, which is attractive and majestic. Activities to visit and explore Hospital cave are still taking place normally
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| Hospital Cave in Cat Ba |
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| 2nd floor of the Hospital Cave in Cat Ba |
8. Cannon Fort
Currently, this site is managed by the Vietnamese military forces, and tourists cannot visit and explore it anymore. Please update this information. If you intentionally try to visit this site, you may encounter very serious trouble.
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| Warning signs of prohibited areas on the way to Cannon fort |
Conclude
Despite many differences from before, Cat Ba remains a favorite destination for many travelers who love to explore the pristine nature of the limestone island complex and the clear, cool waters of the bays.
Make sure to update information about Cat Ba Island before planning your trip here. Most travel websites and social media platforms do not mention that tourists cannot freely visit Monkey Island and Cannon Fort. If you plan to join tours to these spots, be careful not to be misled.
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