Amazing Destination, Tours, Trails, and Activities in Cat Ba National Park for Active Travelers
Amazing Destination, Tours, Trails, and Activities in Cat Ba National Park for Active Travelers
Kim Giao Forest – Ngự Lâm Peak (1.5km):
Embark on a journey through the ancient Kim Giao Forest to reach Ngự Lâm Peak. This trail is a sanctuary for the endangered Kim Giao trees, offering unparalleled views of the surrounding landscape.
Duration: 30 minutes each way
Highlights: A trek that encompasses a butterfly garden, zoo, botanical gardens, and a natural forest on a limestone mountain, culminating at the breathtaking Kim Giao Forest and Ngự Lâm Peak.
Trung Trang & Uy Ban Grottos (1.2km):
Delve into the heart of Cat Ba’s cave system, home to mysterious stalactites and numerous bat species.
Duration: 1 hour round trip
Details: A mere 10-minute walk from the National Park HQ leads to Trung Trang Cave, where you can marvel at the impressive stalactites and the bats that call it home.
National Park HQ – Ao Ech – Viet Hai (14km: trekking & walking) – Lan Ha Bay (2 hours boat & kayak):
This challenging trail dives into diverse forest ecosystems and the local culture of Viet Hai village, culminating in a stunning boat or kayak journey through Lan Ha Bay.
Duration: 6 – 8 hours, including boat or kayak
Experience: Engage in hard hiking through varied forest types, visit the magnificent flooded willow forest at Ao Ech, explore Viet Hai commune, and enjoy the crystal-clear waters and secluded beaches of Lan Ha Bay. Options include sunbathing and observing the daily lives of locals in floating fishing villages.
National Park HQ – Ao Ech:
Tackle a demanding hike to the island’s largest concentration of freshwater, nestled within a magnificent flooded willow forest.
Duration: 2 – 2.5 hours one way
Details: Starting near the National Park headquarters, this trail promises a rigorous adventure.
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