Explore the Beauty, History and Unique Features of Bai Tu Long Bay

Bai Tu Long Bay is one of the bays in the Halong Bay complex that belongs to route 4, the destination of Signature Cruises. Come with us to explore this peaceful area!
 

Bai Tu Long Bay sits directly northeast of Halong Bay, and while it may be Halong’s lesser-known neighbour, it is without a doubt, equal in beauty! The Bay encompasses Bai Tu Long National Park and like Halong Bay, is an area protected by the local government on both land and sea.
 

Belonging to route 4 in the Halong Bay complex, Bai Tu Long Bay is an ideal tourist destination because of the wild and natural features of this area, bringing peace due to little human exploitation of tourism. This place promises to be a place you cannot miss when coming to Quang Ninh Province.

 

The Legend of Bai Tu Long Bay

In the minds of the ancient Vietnamese people, there existed a rich imagination and the origin of the Dragon and Fairy descendants. According to the legend, when the country was newly established and faced foreign invaders, the Jade Emperor sent Mother Dragon and her Child Dragons down to earth to help fight the invaders. The Dragons breathed fire and burned the enemy ships. Pearls built towering stone walls to block the enemy from advancing.
 

In accordance with Halong legend, Halong Bay is the final home and resting place of a fierce mother dragon who was sent to help the early Vietnamese defend their country from foreign invaders. Bai Tu Long Bay is said to be the area where her children descended and remained. ‘Bai Tu Long’ translated into English, means ‘Bowing down and showing respect to the dragon’s children’.

 

Geographical Location and Natural Conditions

Bai Tu Long Bay is located in the northeastern Halong bay and encompasses a total area of 158 km2.
 

It incorporates a population of about 320,000 inhabitants, residing mostly on Van Don district, Quan Lan island and Ngoc Vung Island.
 

Bai Tu Long is made up of hundreds of islands and islets, some of which are well-known tourist locations, and others that are completely unknown to foreign visitors. This particular bay is home to a variety of ecosystems – visitors can find mangroves, schist islands, coral reefs, and tropical forests.
 

Visitors to Bai Tu Long will notice that the landscape is identical to that of Halong Bay, and that it is more of an extension of Halong rather than a neighbour. Just like Halong Bay, throughout Bai Tu Long there are giant limestone karsts jutting out of the tranquil green waters. However, in Bai Tu Long the karsts seem slightly taller, the concentration of them feels somewhat denser and the number of tourists are fewer. All of this adds to the wonderful feeling of being somewhere almost undiscovered, allowing visitors to truly contemplate their surroundings in peace.
 

Traveling to Bai Tu Long Bay

The best way to explore Bai Tu Long Bay is undeniably by joining a tour in a traditional wooden junk boat. Many cruise operators will help their guests to enjoy Bai Tu Long in the best way possible, with many activities to make the most of the experience. Join us on our Signature Cruises for your next holiday accommodations, amazing activities and explore the destinations in Bai Tu Long Bay!