We took an organized day trip to Halong Bay from Hanoi and as postcard pictures suggest, it was amazing. I would have preferred an overnight trip on a boat but time was an issue. The rock formations and caves were spectacular along with our on-the-bay fresh seafood lunch and boat crew.
Halong Bay is an UNESCO World Heritage Site meaning it holds unique qualities that should be preserved. I?ve visited many other World Heritage Sites and for the most part I support UNESCO?s efforts to preserve the locals. However I?m disappointed at how the Dang Dau Go cave was being preserved. Okay?I can understand the paved walkways that unnaturally protrude through the cave but colored lights and water pumps?that?s too much! The cave looks like an attraction at Disneyland, heck they might as well build a rollercoaster through it and call it the Matahorn.
All-n-all Halong Bay was an enjoyable experience and shouldn?t be missed.
Best part about Hanoi: Talking with locals around the Hoan Kiem Lake & Halong Bay
Worst part about Hanoi: The rude manager at Hotel Daewoo