2 Days 1 Night ( Deep Water Solo - Kayak to see plankton - Rock climbing)
Day 1 Bus Hà Nội - Deep Water Solo - Kayak at night to see plankton.
7:30am: The bus will pick up at hotels in Hanoi's Old Quarter.
- Arrive at Cat Ba around 11:20, check in, you will have lunch on your own.
12:30: You will be at our office to check out climbing shoes and equipment, and at 1pm we depart.
13h00: The boat picks up passengers to Lan Ha Bay for the Deep Water Solo tour. Deep water solo routes are graded between 4+ to 7c+.
- Then the boat will cruise to the first wall called Sea Face, meanwhile the tour guides will explain and give you some tips about the jumping and landing techniques. Before each climb, they'll explain the name, grade and some hard movements you might need in the climb. At first, you'll start with a basic one (4a, 5m high) to get to know the feeling of jumping and correct your landing techniques, then based on your strength and climbing skills, our guides will recommend the next routes for you to try. There are about 15 routes on Sea Face, graded from 4a to 7a, mostly they're from 5a to 6b. There are also some traverse routes if you don't want to jump from a too high level.
- After you finish with Sea Face, we'll go to the 2nd wall - harder - called Three Brothers, with about 17 routes graded from 5b to 7c+. Three Brothers is a perfect crag for DWS newbies. The crag is less intimidating than Hawaii 5-0 and has loads of easier climbs generally not exceeding 15 meters. Though short, the climbs feature interesting movement and boulder - style problems.
- After all the climbs, you’ll have about 10–15 minutes to cool off with a refreshing swim in the bay.
- Take in the stunning limestone cliffs one last time before we hop back on the boat. Then, the captain will take us to a peaceful floating house tucked away in the bay — the starting point for our magical night kayaking tour.
18h00: Local Dinner on Floating House & Night Kayaking
- As the sun sets over Lan Ha Bay, we’ll stop at a small floating house nestled in a quiet corner of the bay. Here, you’ll enjoy a simple local-style meal — a warm, authentic experience that lets you taste the flavors of the sea and life on the bay
- After dinner, as night falls and the water calms, we begin our peaceful kayak journey. Paddle through the darkness and witness a rare and magical sight: bioluminescent plankton glowing with every stroke of your paddle. The stillness, the stars, and the glowing water make this a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
9:00pm: After dinner, return to Cat Ba Climbing office. A taxi will pick you up and take you to the homestay.
Day 2: Half day Rock climbing at King Fisher - Back to Ha Noi.
7:30am: Have breakfast at the homestay, then we will walk to Fisher crag opposite to meet the guide.
8:20 AM – Climbing Begins
Our experienced guides will set up top rope and/or lead climbing routes and provide full technical support throughout your climbing session. They'll also clean the anchors and gear after each climb.
Start your session with a personalized coaching approach:
Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned climber, our guides will assess your skill level and recommend suitable routes for you to try. There’s no time pressure — focus on learning, enjoying, and challenging yourself.
During your climb, you will:
- Practice Figure-8 knot tying
- Learn basic technical climbing terms
- Understand movement techniques and route reading
- Be introduced to safety systems and climbing equipment
Our guides are both instructors and motivators, helping you overcome your fear, improve your technique, and enjoy the vertical journey.
- CLIMBING at Fisher Valley:
Fisher Valley is one of the standout climbing areas in Cat Ba, known for its solid limestone, excellent friction, and a wide variety of features such as pockets, edges, and gentle overhangs. The crag is suitable for both beginners and experienced climbers thanks to its diverse range of grades and climbing styles. - The height of the cliff allows for long, sustained routes, offering a more complete climbing experience compared to shorter crags. Some pitches exceed 35 meters, requiring good endurance and rope management skills. From the anchors at the second pitches, climbers are rewarded with stunning panoramic views of Cat Ba’s limestone valleys — well worth the effort.
- This area is sport climbing, with well-bolted routes. However, due to the route length, climbers should come prepared with a sufficiently long rope (70m recommended), appropriate quickdraws (some routes require extended draws to reduce rope drag), and always tie a knot at the end of the rope for safety.
- Routes 16 through 21 are extensions, with lengths measured from the ground. These routes require more advanced rope management:
- For routes 16, 17, 19, and 20 (assuming a 70m rope): you will need to lower the climber from the intermediate anchor at the belay ledge, or perform multiple rappels from the top.
- Clear communication between climber and belayer is essential on these longer routes.
Beyond the technical aspects, Fisher Valley offers a peaceful, less crowded environment — ideal for those looking to focus on improving their skills or simply enjoy climbing in a beautiful natural setting.
12:30pm: Lunch at the homestay (included).
3:30 PM: Bus pick-up for the return trip to Hanoi.
Included:
- Round-trip bus: Hanoi ⇆ Cat Ba
- Experienced, English-speaking climbing guide
- Double room (1 night accommodation)
- All transfers: taxi, boat.
- Entrance & activity tickets
- Fruits & 2 drinks per day
- Climbing gear: safety equipment, harness, helmet, chalk, climbing shoes.
- Kayak + Dry bag + Headlamp
- Dinner at a floating house on the bay.
- Lunch on Day 2
- Transfer back to the homestay (1 way)
- Travel insurance with compensation up to 100,000,000 VND per case.
Does not included
- Lunch on day 1
- Personal expenses.
Duration: 2 Days 1 Night. Minimum: 2 people
This tour is designed for adventurous souls who want to experience the best of Cát Bà — from limestone cliffs to glowing waters — in just two days.
