As we all know, the process of preparing for a trip is complicated, especially when we always expect it to be perfect. We have to pay attention to every little detail, don’t we? Today, let us help you a little with your preparation for your Ha Long Bay cruise trip if you’re planning to experience this type of travel. These are the key things I suggest  you should do before a cruise trip in Halong:

Choose the right travel time for you

There are 2 peak seasons in Ha Long, from December to January is the peak time for international visitors and from June to July is when most domestic visitors come to Ha Long Bay.

From December to January: Suitable time for travelers seeking the cold of winter

Weather conditions:

This is the time when the rainy season is over, the humidity is no longer high, the risk of a encountering storms is gone and the sun is still shining.

With a temperature of about 20 ° C, many visitors from the North pole can enjoy the warm sunshine of the sun. However, the water temperature is still quite low, you should consider participating in any underwater activities.

The services:

Because the summer has passed and the number of domestic tourists travelling to Ha Long decreases considerably, you can choose for yourself an ideal beachfront place to observe the entire Ha Long.

However, as I mentioned above, this is the peak season for international visitors when even the most expensive service prices for international travelers such as flights, hotels can be fully booked sometimes.

From June to July: time for cooling off with various beachside activities

Weather conditions:

The weather in June and July is hot and with high humidity, when there is 1 – 2 hour heavy rain from time to time

The average temperature is above 30 ° C, which can be a little annoying but can make your seaside activities much more dynamic.

The services:

The international visitors will have the opportunity to get closer to the lives of indigenous peoples.

Tickets for international flights will also be cheaper, because this is not a season that foreign tourists often choose to travel.

Balance to take all the advantages

Although there are many reasons why summer and winter are ideal for most visitors, it is recommended by many tourists that the best season to visit Ha Long Bay is actually in the spring and autumn, which often falls in February – March and in October.

This is a great time to travel to Ha Long with reasonable prices and unique opportunities.

The weather is usually quite pleasant and dry, you will minimize the risk of encountering extreme weather conditions, which makes it ideal for enjoying the best of Ha Long.

The services: The price for the services for both domestic and foreign visitors will be lower because this is the time between the two peak tourist seasons of the year

In addition, there are many great traditional festivals for foreign visitors to attend such as Lunar New Year, when there are fireworks and peach blossoms. You can also see Tet costumes and parades everywhere on the streets of Vietnam. This is something you should not miss if you want to have insights into the culture and traditions of Vietnam.

These above times are just our suggestions, no matter what time you choose, I believe Ha Long is always ready to bring its visitors the most wonderful experience.

Choose reputable cruise brands

 Based on class:

– 5-star cruise: This is the most advanced cruise with luxurious ships. Here are some of the most worthwhile 5-star cruise brands in Ha Long Bay: Paradise Luxury, Au Co, Emeraude Classic, Star Light.

– 4-star cruise: Some of the most well-known brands with great service are Syrena, Paloma, Glory Legend and Bhaya Classic

– 3-star cruise: This is the ship line with the most fleets participating in the industry, excellent representatives includes the fleets of Oriental Sails, Golden Lotus Garden, Aclass Legend.

Based on the style of decorations

In fact, there are many styles in the decorations of the fleets in Ha Long. However, in general, they can be divided into two different styles:

– Steel ships: They often belong to the 4-star and 5-star brands to create a modern, majestic, and firm outlook. The outstanding representatives are: Au Co; Star Light and Emeraude.

– Wooden ships: They are usually designed with prominent image of oriental culture. Visitors to Ha Long often prefer to have a cruise trip in wooden ships because of cheaper price yet still have the high quality of service. We have to mention Paradise Luxury, Victoria Star, Paloma, Bhaya, Aphrodite, Oriental Sails, Golden Lotus Garden; Garden for this special style of decoration.

Choosing a suitable cabin:

– If you are traveling with kids, you should choose the cabin without private balcony for safety reason. In addition, you should choose the cabin that is a little far away from the engine room to avoid the noise.

– If you have seasick, you should choose the lower level cabin or the cabin located in the middle of the train to minimize the vibration.

– If you are a couple, you should choose rooms with private balconies so you can enjoy the romantic moments when watching the sunset and sunrise in a private space.

Participate in unique and interesting activities

Visiting spectacular caves

There are some renowned cave systems that you shouldn’t miss in Ha Long Bay. For example, Sung Sot cave with unusual shaped mountains and rocks and Thien Cung cave of mystery.

Swimming in the beautiful islands

Titop island or Soi Sim island are considered to be islands with the most beautiful and clean beaches in the bay.

You will have a relaxing moment when soaking in the cool blue water, relieve your mind with murmuring waves and unforgettable salty sea breeze.

Kayaking

Kayaking is an interesting experience for tourists who admire the magical beauty of nature through the unique and sometimes funny image of thousands of limestone islands and caves.

The stalactites in Ha Long Bay have enchanted many visitors when they have the opportunity to look closely at the foot of the rocky mountain.

Visit the local fishing villages

You will be able to hear the stories the formation of the village, the life of fisherman, then you can participate in activities taking place in the fishing village such as fishing, canoeing and kayaking around the cave.

Having a small talk with the crew

They will be ready to share the information you are curious about the life on the sea. Each of them has very interesting stories to tell on each journey. Trust me, you might be blown away by their fascinating stories

Have the best preparation

– Personal papers: Identity card, passport, birth certificate (if you lose your ID card, you can bring driving license instead.) for registering to spend the night on the bay.

– Camera is an indispensable item to keep all the beautiful memories in one of the wonders of the world. Please don’t let yourself regret not taking the camera.

– Safety rules should be read carefully and also remember to listen to the instructions of the ship’s staff;

– According to experienced tourists, booking yacht through online websites such as Agoda or booking.com is a preferable choice. Through these websites, you will see the details of rooms on the cruise ships as well as the detailed reviews of previous customers so that you can make the wisest decisions.

There is still one factor left to make your journey perfect. Can you guess? It is yourself to be open-minded to enjoy both the good quality of service and sometimes the imperfection and small problems during the path of your journey. That’s when I believe you will have the best time here in Ha Long Bay Cruise trip.