Here is the most exciting trip to fully explore the natural world of Cat Ba Island. Trekking through the ancient forest, spending one night in Viet Hai village, and paddling a SUP or kayaking on Lan Ha Bay will offer you unforgettable experiences. The trekking route is not too difficult but the challenges are enough to make you feel elated when you emerge from the forest and catch sight of the peaceful rooftops in the Viet Hai valley. After trekking through the forest is a fun challenge that works up a sweat, a paddle boarding trip from Viet Hai Wharf to Ba Trai Dao Bay will be especially appealing, particularly in the summer, as we'll have plenty of stops to swim and relax in the crystal-clear waters of Lan Ha Bay.

Highlights

• Trekking across Cat Ba National Park
• Homestay accommodation in Viet Hai Village
• Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) exploration of Lan Ha Bay
• Cycling around Viet Hai
• Cable car ride across the sea

Optional: Replace SUP with kayaking if preferred

Difficulty Level (6/10): Most people can participate in the tour, children from 6 years old and above also can join with parents. It will be easier and more comfortable for you to experience outdoor activities if you have good preparation for physical training before the trip. The duration of each trip is 2 days generally. With those trekking tours at this level, it might take 2 – 3 hours/day to do the trek with the quite easy terrain. At the same level, the kayaking and SUP tours, 2 – 3 hours/ days paddling with the large water surface, and plenty of times to take photos and rest as well.

Suggested physical training: Practice running or kayaking/SUP 1 - 2 weeks in advance. Run twice a week, each session 3 - 5km every night. Or paddling from 2- 3 times, each time is 5 km.

1. Travel Insurance

• Umove Adventure partners with Bảo Việt Insurance, providing coverage with a maximum payout of 100,000,000 VND per person per incident.
• For full policy details, please refer to Bảo Việt's official insurance terms: Quy tắc bảo hiểm Bảo Việt.

2. Cancellation & Postponement Policy

• For the detailed Cancellation & Postponement Policy, please read it carefully here: view full policy

3. Reading and signing the exclude all liability before departing

• The customers who buy adventure tours from Umove Adventure have enough awareness about the level of challenge as well as other physical challenges and other potential dangers during the tour. Hence the customer is asked to read and sign the Exclude all Liability form before departing. Find the form below and read it carefully.
• Download and review the Release of Liability Form [here]

4. Notes on the SUP Paddling and Trekking Routes

• The forest trekking route is not too difficult, with 2/3 of the path being easy-to-walk trails. The remaining 1/3 of the route, just before reaching Viet Hai, is more challenging, with some sections requiring hand-climbing.
• The length of our paddling route will be determined by the guide based on the weather, time, and the health of the group members. The final destination is Ba Trai Dao Bay, the farthest point of Lan Ha Bay. Inside Lan Ha Bay, the water is quite calm, but as we approach Ba Trai Dao, we will pass through a wide, wavy sea area. The guide will provide instructions to ensure we paddle safely.
• Before starting, the guide will teach paddling techniques and provide safety guidelines and route information. You must wear life jackets and attach the leash to your SUP board properly. For first-time paddlers, it is recommended not to stand on the SUP immediately at the start. After about 1-2 km, if you feel more comfortable and confident with the water, you can begin standing to paddle.
• While paddling in the bay, be mindful of obstacles like reefs and boats. Avoid paddling too close to rock walls if there are waves, as the waves can push you into the sharp barnacles on the rocks.
• We will have the boat that supports us throughout the paddling session. If you want to stop paddling and get on the boat, just inform the guide.
• Please note, if you are an experienced paddler and a strong swimmer, you may remove your life jacket and secure it to your SUP, but never remove the leash.

5. Food & Drinks

• Apart from the picnic lunch in the forest, which will be a light packed meal consisting of sandwiches, fruit, and dessert pastries, all other meals will be complete and served hot.
• Each person is responsible for carrying their own water during the trek (around 1L). To help reduce the use of single-use plastic bottles, we encourage you to bring your own bottle to refill from the large water containers on the vehicle.

6. Environmental responsibility

• Umove Adventure follows Leave No Trace principles and encourages all participants to do the same. Learn more here: Leave No Trace Guidelines.
• Help minimize plastic waste by using reusable bottles and bags.
• Please follow all local environmental regulations and guide instructions at the destinations.

8. Health & medical assistance

• If you have cardiovascular conditions, joint issues (knees, ankles, shoulders, etc.), or any pre-existing health concerns, consult your doctor before booking.
• Basic first aid is available on tour, but we do not provide oral medications. Please bring any personal or precautionary medicines you may need.

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