As a country with many rivers, lakes and marine resources, Vietnam has great potential to develop tourism with water sports: paragliding, sea walking, scuba diving,... and especially kayaking.
With sheltered bays and seas, calm waters and natural island landscapes, kayaking in Vietnam is gradually becoming a trend and a destination not to be missed by those who love this sport. Let's review the most "elite" destinations in Vietnam for kayak lovers!
Tu San Alley, Ha Giang
Many years ago, young people conquering the Dong Van stone plateau could only stand on Ma Pi Leng pass and watch the clear green Nho Que river winding at the foot of the mountain. However, now, Nho Que river at Tu San alley has become one of the "coolest" kayaking spots in Vietnam with unforgettable poetic scenery.
Tu San Alley on Nho Que River
The Nho Que River flows into Vietnam in Seo Lung village, Lung Cu commune, Dong Van district, then passes through Tu San canyon and flows along Ma Pi Leng pass. Tu San canyon is known as the deepest river canyon in Southeast Asia, dubbed the "First majestic pass" in Vietnam with an altitude of 1,500 m and a depth of 700-900 m. Imagine what could be more wonderful than rowing a boat slowly drifting on the calm green water and admiring the majestic and spectacular beauty of Ha Giang's land and sky?
However, any hobby requires a lot of effort. To get to the boat station down to Nho Que River is not simple. From Ma Pi Leng Pass, continue in the direction of Meo Vac until you see the sign for Xin Cai, continue for about 5-7 km more and you will see Nho Que 1 Boat Station.
Kayak rental dock on Nho Que River
Once here, you have to trek about 2 more kilometers to get to the boat dock located close to the riverbank and rent a kayak for about 50,000 VND and paddle freely in this area.
Imagine what could be more wonderful than rowing a boat slowly drifting on the calm green water and admiring the majestic and spectacular landscape of Ha Giang?
Phong Nha - Ke Bang Cave System, Quang Binh
Phong Nha - Ke Bang World Natural Heritage is becoming a favorite kayaking destination for domestic and international tourists. With a terrain combining majestic caves, clear streams, majestic mountains and forests, this place is ideal for tourists to leisurely paddle, taking in the beautiful scenery that nature has bestowed on Quang Binh.
If you want to kayak in Phong Nha - Ke Bang, visitors usually have 2 options. One is the route on the Son River - a poetic and peaceful branch of the Gianh River in Quang Binh province. On both sides of the river are villages nestled next to the majestic mountain range. With each leisurely stroke on the Son River, you will be able to admire the high, overlapping mountain ranges, intertwined as if lost in a spectacular wild valley.
Kayaking on Son River - a poetic and peaceful branch of Gianh River in Quang Binh province
The second option for those who like kayaking is to explore part of Phong Nha Cave. This is the world’s largest wet cave with a vast underground river system and thousands of stalactites of various shapes waiting for you.
Visitors will be able to kayak deep into the cave, feel the cool air emanating from the cave and the steam. With a free exploration schedule, you can stop at Bi Ky cave to admire the scenery or anchor the boat on the sandbanks, lie down to rest and admire the beauty of the cave.
On average, the price to rent a kayak here is about 100,000 VND/hour for 2 people. When paddling into Phong Nha cave, you should bring a flashlight to easily admire the beautiful stalactite system inside and remember to wear modest clothing because there are many species of insects living in the cave.
Ha Long Bay, Quang Ninh
As one of the 7 natural wonders of the world, Ha Long Bay has long been a favorite destination. Visiting Ha Long, you can take a boat tour of the bay, swim or explore the caves. But the most interesting thing is kayaking, weaving through the islands of many interesting shapes on the bay.
Ha Long Bay has long been chosen by foreign tourists as one of the most beautiful kayaking destinations in Vietnam thanks to its fresh climate and poetic yet majestic landscape. Tourists can freely control their small boats to larger sea areas. Or if you are a lover of exploring caves, Luon Cave, Co Cave, Ba Trai Dao, Dau Be, Ba Ham are suitable places for tourists to kayak...
In addition to the beautiful caves, visitors can also spend time exploring the fishing villages in the bay, learning about the lives of fishermen in the area. For each kayak, you will pay a rental fee of 50,000 VND with space for 2 people. If you buy a cruise tour, the rowing service will be integrated into the tour.
The feeling of sitting on small boats and gently gliding on the calm water, leaning close to the foot of the rocky mountains to enjoy the beauty of the limestone mountains at close range is certainly an unforgettable experience.
Han River, Da Nang
The poetic Han River has become a symbol of Da Nang city and a community center in the most livable city in Vietnam. Now, when coming to Da Nang, you can not only enjoy the beautiful scenery of this river from the shore but also experience kayaking on the river, watching the sunset of the city from a completely different angle.
Compared to the experience of rowing on the sea, kayaking on the river has many differences. If the vast sea brings a feeling of wildness, when surfing on the Han River, you will see a modern, vibrant city. Especially when the afternoon comes, the sunset gradually falls on the horizon, the city begins to sparkle with colorful lights.
It can be said that Han River is one of the special kayaking locations that you should not miss. With the route starting from Dragon Bridge, going towards Han River Bridge and then turning back, you will be able to fully enjoy the beauty of Da Nang River, of the vibrant, modern life on both banks.
If you have the chance, take a boat trip on the Han River in the late afternoon to see a different sunset. At that time, the sunlight is no longer harsh, allowing you to fully enjoy the fresh air and let your soul drift with each wave.
Phu Quoc Island, Kien Giang
Talking about beautiful kayaking locations in Vietnam without mentioning Phu Quoc Island is a big mistake. This tourist paradise is blessed with pristine islands, clear blue water and endless stretches of white sand. Although there are many attractive experiences on the sea, don’t forget to spend a few hours kayaking on the sparkling waves of Phu Quoc.
There are many attractive kayaking spots in Phu Quoc, of which Sao Beach and Cua Can River are the favorite choices of many tourists. Sao Beach with its calm sea and cool breeze is a place where you can leisurely paddle, slowly relax with the passing of time. You can also choose to let go of the paddle, lie down to sunbathe, and enjoy a truly wonderful vacation.
If you like the feeling of kayaking on the river, Cua Can River is a very worthy suggestion. The winding river is located in the primeval forest of Phu Quoc, the river water is clean and clear, so when paddling, you can also watch schools of fish swimming around. On both sides of Cua Can River are gardens and fishing villages lying peacefully in the sun, painting a beautiful picture.
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