Halong bay travel guide: best period to visit and accommodation

When is the best time to visit?

For foreign tourists who are not familiar with the heat of tropical area, the ideal time to visit Halong bay is from October to December when the weather is not sweaty, water is still calm and the sky is still clear blue. However, if you dare to face the tropical sun, come here from June to September, but remember to check to make sure there is no storm during your stay.

Halong bay-a wonder of nature

This is the best period thought it might a bit hot for visitors from temperate and frigid zones but it’s worth to have the best experience at this UNESCO heritage site.

Sunset on Halong bay, Vietnam

The period is the summer and fall beginning in Vietnam, it is sunny, the kind of honey-color sun that can dye your skin. The sky is tall to the ultimate, clear and blue. The wind is strong, blowing the cool air of the ocean to the land, chasing a way the heat of summer. On these day, spending your time on a cruise, floating on the bay you are able to enjoy fully both the gorgeous nature of Halong bay and the ocean fresh air.

The spectacular natural scenes of Halong bay, Vietnam

Also, don’t be too deep in the spectacular limestone islands, islets, mountains and ocean of Halong bay and forget to award your appetite with mouth-watering dishes made from seafood. Yes the seafood you can catch at any coastal regions in the world but the local recipes would serve very different flavors that you will be definitely regretful not trying.

Local delicious seafood at Halong bay

Where to stay?

Halong bay is the land of tourism so there is no worry about accommodations. You have a wide range of options from luxurious hotel to small, cozy homestay, however your budget is, there are always places that fits it.