Diving and Snorkeling

Snorkeling and scuba diving in Ha Long Bay are both ideal ways to discover the amazing marine life. Come and participate in these activities because many unbelievable things are waiting for you.

Ha Long Bay is not an unfamiliar name to many people who prefer traveling. With the system of beautiful islands, scattered small islets, and amazing caves, this place is considered as a paradise of entertainment areas. Here, you can participate in various activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, trekking, and paragliding… Above all, diving in Ha Long surely is one of the most exciting experiences in this pristine bay.

Tourists arriving Ha Long Bay always desire to admire all of its landscape and find their true selves getting away from the bustling urban life. Perhaps scuba diving and snorkeling experiences is the best idea. From there, you can expect to fully enjoy the peace and encounter a list of interesting things the you have never been seen before.

Scuba diving is an ideal choice for people who have an intense passion of discovery. These activities show you a completely new underwater world. With the biodiversity, diving in Ha Long Bay offers tourists the opportunity to see the thousands of marine animals and splendid coral reefs with their own eyes. Swimming in the water, you can freely follow the colorful fish and touch impressive coral reefs.

Besides, for people who are very tired of normal busy life, scuba diving or snorkeling in Ha Long Bay will help you to refresh and recharge. You can enjoy peaceful moments under fresh water before returning to normal life. That is why many people choose this Bay as a hiding place.

Halong Bay’s coral reef ecosystems are impressive, colorful and populated by many different species of fish, crustaceans and molluscs. Coral reefs stretch across the ocean floor while above the water there are towering limestone karsts and beautiful unspoiled islands. Snorkeling in such beautiful surroundings may be a once in a lifetime opportunity, don’t pass it up.

The best time to snorkel in Ha Long Bay is from May to November (or from summer to autumn). During this period, the weather is most favorable for this activity. The water temperature ranges from 25 degrees C to 29 degrees C. It means that it is really warm and comfortable to soak in the waters of the bay.

Best place to do diving/snorkeling in Ha Long Bay:

Cong Do Island:

Most Halong Bay cruises offer the fantastic opportunity to go scuba diving or snorkeling around the famed karst of the bay. Here are some cruise with Scuba diving or snorkeling for your reference:

Cong Do is a small are on Bai Tu Long Bay that is still almost unspoiled, giving you one of a kind scuba diving experiences. Under the water, you will see a lot of sea creatures such as shrimp, crab, seaweed and coral.

The best is choosing a Bai Tu Long overnight cruise, which the itinerary includes scuba diving or snorkeling, you can also have a chance to admire the amazing nightlife of Halong Bay

Vung Ha Island:

Vung Ha is land is a big island located near in the center of Ha Long Bay. This amazing island has diverse marinewwith many species of fish, crabs, squid, seaweed and shrimp. The reef here is also very lively and colorful. Here is an ideal place for scuba diving and snorkeling.

All Ha Long Bay cruises are available this service for your choose.

In addition, this island is close to Vung Vieng Fishing village. Therefore, you can stop by to see what local life is like.

Lan Ha Bay:

Lan Ha Bay is famous for many great places for scuba diving/snorkeling. More than 400 large and small islands which spread over an area of 76 km2 of Lan Ha Bay are home to avarity marine flora and fauna. Immerse yourself in the cool and unpolutted water and admire 177 species of coral, 98 species of plankton and nearly 200 species of fish here.

You can choose an overnight Lan Ha Bay cruise to enjoy more interesting activities besides snorkeling/scubadiving. Some high recommended cruise such as: Mon Cheri, Peony, Scarlet Pearl, Orchid,...

Some tips for you when diving:

  • Set up your scuba diving or snorkeling schedule clearly.
  • Require some advice from professional diving instructors
  • Using diving helmet that delivers gas through the navel for safer breathing.
  • Check the weather before diving to avoid some possible risks

Ha Long Bay is always one of the best places in the North of Vietnam to relax and experience new things. Diving or snorkeling in Ha Long Bay are the must-try activities for people who love to explore the under-warter world.