Bai Tu Long Bay

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The bay next door to Ha Long, the same limestone landscape with a fraction of the boats.

Bai Tu Long lies immediately north-east of Ha Long bay, formed from the same limestone eroded by the sea over millions of years, so the landscape is nearly identical: hundreds of sheer rock islands standing out of green water. The one difference, and it is a large one, is the number of boats. Because most tourism concentrates on Ha Long, Bai Tu Long is far emptier — there are inlets where you can moor alone for hours. The bay also has larger forested and inhabited islands and the Bai Tu Long national park. This is the choice for anyone who wants the Ha Long landscape without the Ha Long crowds.

Visitor information

When is the best time to visit Bai Tu Long Bay?

October to December

How much does it cost to visit Bai Tu Long Bay?

Bay entry and tour charged separately

How long do you need at Bai Tu Long Bay?

Full day, better overnight on a boat

What are the opening hours of Bai Tu Long Bay?

According to the day's boat schedule

Did you know

The bay lies north-east of Ha Long bay, formed from the same sea-eroded limestone.
It carries far fewer tourist boats than Ha Long bay.
The bay has several larger islands that are forested and inhabited.
Bai Tu Long national park lies within the bay area.

Travel tips

Choose an overnight cruise in Bai Tu Long rather than Ha Long if you want to avoid crowds.
There are fewer landings and services — book a full package rather than arranging each leg yourself.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bai_Tu_Long_Bay

Updated: 2026-08-16