Cat Ba National Park outing of the day

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HAI PHONG-Coming to Cat Ba, you have the opportunity to experience many types of interesting ecological tourism such as Kim Giao mountaineering, hoi Lake Farmstay resort …

Cat Ba National Park is located on the left side of the cross-island route, heading from the ferry terminal to Cat Ba town center. With a one-day fund, many people wonder where to go because there are too many destinations in the national park area. Here are a few roadmaps to choose from:

Con đường từ cổng VQG Cát Bà đi đỉnh Ngự Lâm. Ảnh: Nguyễn Hoàng
The road from Cat Ba National Park gate to the top of The Lam. Photo: Nguyen Hoang

Climbing the golden intersection – The Forest

This is the most popular tour, attracting young people who like the experience. In order to take this route, visitors must prepare for a good, lightweight fitness. In summer, mosquitoes squeeze in the forest a lot so it is necessary to wear long clothes and bring mosquito repellents. There are no restaurants along the way so guests need to bring food and water.

Kim Giao Peak is a 300 m high peak. There are stone benches for guests to sit in. The words “Kim Giao Peak” on the stone are often chosen as the check-in corner of many people. From Kim Giao peak to the top of The Lam, visitors have to climb more than 700 m. At the top of the LamLin, there is a landscaped floor with 2 floors, comfortable to rest for lunch.

This route consumes physical strength, requiring the experienced person to be in good health. The best time to climb The Lam Peak is in the morning, which takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Lầu nghỉ trên đỉnh Ngự Lâm. Ảnh: Richard Heng
The stairs are atop the Forest. Photo: Richard Heng/Instagram

Visit Frog Pond – Viet Hai village

At Cat Ba National Park there are 2 points called Frog Pond. A place located in the middle of the sea, is a small island, and also without frogs. The most well-known tourist destination is the area located near Cat Ba National Park. A few hundred meters from the cross-island road to the ranger station. After declareing your name and phone number,… travelers buy tickets for VND 40,000 per person to start the trip.

The distance is 3-4 km of forest road with many ancient trees covering the green dome. Occasionally you can encounter precious primings, birds,… The Frog Pond path is easier than the top of the Lam, which can be seamlessly walked in about 3 hours. Arriving, in return for the tired distance is the sound of mountains, peaceful nature, frogs ching. Especially, copper crabs and soil beams are specialties here.

The route from Frog Pond through the forest to Viet Hai fishing village is a challenge for trekking enthusiasts. It takes about 5 hours to walk between the roads many bushes, slippery stones, dry leaves,.. Travelers traveling this route often choose to stay homestay or camp overnight in the forest. To go on this route you have to buy tickets for VND 80,000 per person.

Trung Trang Cave – Military Medical Cave

In addition to the remote points, it takes climbing, The Trung Trang Cave – Military Medical Cave will save you more energy but still experience the space of Cat Ba National Park.

Tickets to Trung Trang Stadium are included in the entrance price of VND 80,000 per person. This cave is also known as Bat Cave, not because of the many bats, but because the cave’s tedies form many stalactites, which is a tribute to the image of the bat hanging. The view of the cave is very beautiful and the air is cool. However, there are low ceiling walkways, visitors have to brad themselves, even hand down to get through.

Military Medical Cave although not part of the Cat Ba National Park population, it is an important cave, associated with the history of resistance. It’s called Military Medical Cave because it used to be a place of healing and hiding from our military during the American resistance. The cave space is divided into several chambers, serving purposes such as operating rooms, meeting rooms, telegram rooms,… From Trung Trang Cave to Quan Y cave about 5 minutes by motorbike. Visitors visit Quan Y cave with a ticket price of VND 30,000 per person.

Du khách tận hưởng kỳ nghỉ ở Hoi Lake Farmstay. Ảnh: Booking
Guests enjoy a stay at Hoi Lake Farmstay. Photo: Booking

Vacation travel at Hoi Lake Farmstay

Many groups of young people choose Hoi Lake as a picnic spot. This is an ecological resort located right in the national park including bungalows, tables and chairs, bathing suit rental services,… Families with young children can organize barbecues, picnics, weekends. Young people often use kayaking, camping, dining, homestay rental overnight.

In the evening in Hoi Lake there are cultural exchange activities. The bar is open late, guests can meet new friends right here.

Room rates from VND 160,000 per person with gym beds and about VND 600,000 for family rooms. This cost includes breakfast.

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