Ha Long Bay Cruise in Vietnam - Is It Worth Your Money? (Our HONEST Experience)

Ha Long Bay in Vietnam 🇻🇳, is it worth your money? More importantly, is it just another tourist trap or is it a truly unforgettable experience? We went on a captivating 2-day, 1-night journey with Regal Genesis Cruises. In this video, we share our sincere and honest experience, allowing you to make an informed decision on whether booking a cruise for yourself is worth it! SPOILER ALERT! It's definitely worth it! 😉
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0:00 Intro
0:38 Boarding the Cruise
1:02 Welcome and Lunch
1:26 The Room
2:55 Bamboo Boat and Cat Ba National Park
3:58 Happy Hour and EPIC Sunset
5:12 Dinner
6:03 Squid Fishing
6:22 Good Morning
6:42 Ti Chi
7:20 Kayaking
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[@annabellac12]

Hey Daniel, first your living the dream traveling with your amazing girlfriend, and I don’t know if you remember me, I’m Annabella, but you called me bells but I was one of your patients when you were a dentist. I was the teen girl, that whenever I had to get a filing, etc, you would always distract me with taking about marvel, and the new movies, and making me laugh. It helped a lot, and your are my favorite dentist ever! I remember coming in a month ago and they told me you quit. I was so sad, but they told me you became a KZbinr and travel the world. Today I came into day and they gave me your KZbin channel, and I’m so glad they did because it should me what your doing now. Thank you for everything and don’t give up! 😁

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Hey Bellz, of course I remember you. As soon as I saw the notification I knew who you were. Hope you guys are doing well. Thank you for being an awesome pt. Your kind words were very touching. I really appreciate that. Stay in touch and say hi to your dad and mom!

[@20luzer52]

We were there last summer in 2022. We have 2 teenagers that are tech and screen addicted but we caught them sitting in the cabin's balcony, staring out into Halong Bay for a good 10 min straight without saying a word, just taking in the beauty. The view from our dining room seeing Halong Bay was no less inspiring. We were hesitant with the cost at first (there were 4 of us for 2 cabins) but within 1 hour, we felt the money was well worth it. The cabin was luxurious and the view from our cabin, our cruise ship, beat many many expensive hotels. The seafood food alone for each meal was easily worth $40-$60 per person here in the US and our cruise ship crew was so nice and friendly, and funny too. It's funny but we felt the same as you, we wish we had signed up for a 3-day 2-night cruise.

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Exaaaactly, seems like we had very similar experiences. Honestly you can’t put a price on how beautiful this place was. Thank you for your words

[@ryoanji08]

We visited Ha Long Bay in October 2022. Great time to visit Vietnam with lower temperatures and humidity. This is a great excursion from Hanoi to get out in nature and away from the city for a couple of days. We visited a floating fishing village on the 2nd day and it was very quiet and beautiful. Don’t miss this part of Vietnam. It’s well worth the time and money.

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

It was an incredible experience! If we could go back, we would have have stayed two nights on the bay!

[@brothersman524]

I've finally went to Vietnam this year for the first time combining it with my 6th trip to Malaysia. And I did the Halong Bay Cruise and it was pretty good although busy

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Yes, we also enjoyed it! Glad you had fun

[@all4fitz]

Great video. I think it's important to tell people that because you're in Vietnam you don't have to convince yourself that $320 is a good deal! There are several other cruises with similar amenities (bamboo boat ride, kayaking, all food, tai chi class, squid fishing, balcony room, etc included) for $100-125 per person.

[@user-xz9dz5qy5z]

Can you recommend some cruises? I am going there in two weeks?

[@all4fitz]

@@user-xz9dz5qy5z Hey. I don't know what I said wrong in my last attempts but they were blocked. Let me try again. Isn't it hard to think about anything else in life with a great trip coming up?! Haaa. I'm going for the whole month of April! I don't have experience with the cruises but I found better prices at "Get My Guide". There is a two-day cruise for $125./person in mid Feb.

[@honghan5948]

The best time to visit Ha Long is Jan, Feb, March and early April. The weather is very nice, around 15 to 24 degree. Avoid May to August because there are many Vietnamese people will enjoy their Holiday at this time

[@t0nydai]

từ tháng 5 đến tháng 9

[@iamin03]

Thank you for sharing your awesome experience with us. We are planning to visit in November and this video really helped us plan our Halong Bay tour. Hope you guys enjoyed it as much as we enjoyed watching this excellent video. Love & respect from Bangladesh

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Hi! Thank you so much for watching!!

[@user-kt8rj7kh2s]

Tháng11 ở việt nam lạnh lắm bạn ơi

[@tuananhtranhuu]

It is a little cold in November, about 15-20 Celcius degree with high humidity may cause uncomfortable

[@iamin03]

@@tuananhtranhuu thanks for informing us my dear friend.... Love & respect from Bangladesh

[@iamin03]

@@user-kt8rj7kh2s thanks my friend. Love & respect from Bangladesh

[@LetsTravelwithDnI]

Wow... this is incredible. Really nice video and enjoyed the every second of it... 😊

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Thank you so much!! Really appreciate the words of encouragement

[@alexcasey8606]

The best time to visit Ha Long bay is Autumn and Winter to avoid the heat trap of the bay due to too many islands.

[@lorikennedy1232]

That cruise ship looks amazing!

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Thank you so much Lori!

[@MrABroad]

I have seen so many places in Vietnam, but never find a right time to come to the North. Definitely going to explore this or next year 👌💯

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

We loved it all! We also have a video on Hanoi if you’re interested. Cheers!

[@MrABroad]

@@TheConsciousDreamers Thank you 👌

[@anhyen5997]

2 người thật đẹp, chào mừng các bạn đã đến với đất nước của tôi, hi vọng các bạn có 1 chuyến đi vui vẻ, nhiều ý nghĩa và yêu thích phong cảnh, văn hoá và con người của Việt Nam. Thân ái!

[@ThuanLe-rb2oo]

Nice video. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Thank you for commenting

[@melissaparker3206]

This looked incredible 😍

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Very Happy You liked it, Melissa!

[@hameaumusic]

Lovely weather! When did you take the cruise? we're going on December. Thank you!

[@Latexhandske]

Worth it? Oooohhh yes 💗 It`s magic! Remember the humidity and the stickiness in Vietnam. Have a great time down there.

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

We were like Velcro, beyond sticky. As always thank you so much for the support!

[@tuananhtranhuu]

The most uncomfortable in northern Vietnam is the humidity, often 85-90% and sometimes is 100%

[@phanthietvn]

Great video, thanh for sharing

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Thank you for the support

[@robertkrein8016]

So inspiring vlog that we started to plan our trip to Vietnam and this bay. Amazing. Was it ok to fly your drone off the cruise? Thank you

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Yes it was!

[@quanglinh769]

Perfect weather to be out there, love your video❤

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Hi! Thank you so much!

[@prussell7377]

We are planning this for next year for my wife’s special b/day, can’t wait, looks amazing, we toured Cambodia/ Vietnam in 2019 but didn’t get beyond Hoi An as it’s so beautiful, but we also found Vietnam very humid which is the part we underestimated, so we need to finish our tour, this includes SaPa, Hanoi, Ha Long Bay. Safe travels sent from UK

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

You’re going to love it. We want to go to saPa as well. We have a Hanoi video as well if you’re interested. Thank you for your comment. Cheers

[@ARUNKUMARKashi]

Dear Sir We are providing a Vietnam tour package, if you are willing to visit Vietnam then do contact us will help you.

[@thanhthuyang9697]

Độ ẩm cao ở VN vào tháng 1 - 4 bạn ạ..Hot Tháng 5 - 8 ..

[@cosmoscloud121]

Were drinks included?

[@Openyourmindbruh]

This was amazing guys

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Thank you!!

[@doodahgurlie]

Definitely book the 2 night experience next time. I saw "Sun Kissed Bucket List" used Indochina Junk for their cruise and it looks like an amazing experience. Indochina Junk has their own island so you're away from the crowds and noise. The other cruise that people seem to like is Stella of the Seas.

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

We are going to check that out. Thank you for the recommendation!

[@doodahgurlie]

@@TheConsciousDreamers "Sammy and Tommy", "2Passports 1Dream", and "Shot in the Dark Travels" all had great looking cruises, too.

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

@@doodahgurlie daaaang Gurl, you know all the good channels 😂

[@TrongTran_1998.]

❤❤❤❤❤ from 🇻🇳

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

♥️

[@usa_ansinh]

Good info

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Thank you! Hope you helped you

[@englishabc309]

love

[@faddyhossain6127]

WATER IS FLAT AND NORMAL NOT LIKE SOUTH THAILAND KRABI WATER IS CRYSTAL BLUE AND KOH SAMUI WATER IS GREEN

[@MarisnLang]

Hi @theconsciousdreamers what was the month you've been there? Weather seems ideal 👌🏻 We're traveling in January and I'm worried it'll be too cold.

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Hi! We went in June. Got a little lucky with the weather I think.

[@FarnNordin]

Hi, cool video… Do you guys fly your drone from above the crusie ship? They allow that? If not from where do you launch? Thank you

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

You can fly your drone in Halong bay. And yes, you can launch it from the top of the ship.

[@henrybaltrock8206]

Hey we´re going to visit Vietnam in 2 weeks and I was wondering how they are handling the drones. I´ve read online that theoretically you need a permission from the ministry of defense but in realitiy everyone seems to be chill about it. Did you have any trouble with that?

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

We didn’t have any issues with it but we only flew in very few locations.

[@acularp]

ok i go

[@nature_through_the_lens]

amazing

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Amazing place indeed. Thank you!

[@lokeshgowda8599]

Very nice place good 👍

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Thank you!

[@lokeshgowda8599]

Your welcome 🤗

[@lokeshgowda8599]

I hope and i waiting next beautiful place explore

[@lokeshgowda8599]

Ur good name

[@lokeshgowda8599]

Where are you from

[@briantravelman]

A private balcony with a view like that for THAT price, sign me up!

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Definitely worth it!

[@davidexplores572]

What time of the year did you go?

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

July of this year

[@adrianwindle4616]

Very beautiful location 👌 do it!

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@VideoAssociates]

So is that boat cruise better for couples or singles?

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

In our experience we saw a lot of couples and families.

[@khalidalkaabi5506]

thank you I need this video❤

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

You’re very welcome! Thank you for watching

[@gymleaderdev]

Because of this video i have a cruise booked for october :)

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

That’s so sweet! Thank you for the support

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Love your username btw

[@HoangKhanh-nm4wj]

You are a very beautiful couple!

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Thank you!

[@sianspherica]

What time of the year did you guys do this cruise? I have booked a trip in the area in July and I am mentally preparing myself for the heat. I've been to Thailand/Laos in July before but curious if this video was filmed in July?

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

This was filmed late June. I don’t think you can avoid it too much regardless though.

[@maxdavies9327]

Your right about staying 2 nights not 1. From everything I have read its a must to stay 2 nights. One question what MONTH were you at Ha Long Bay ????. Max. Australia.

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

We went late June last year!!

[@oliveavianca]

is it kids friendly?

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

I believe it is but I would contact them for more information.

[@DucaAlexandros]

Hi guys, thank you greatly for your video - I am still undecided whether to go for 1 or 2 days Ha Long Bay Cruise, but I guess you have definitely convinced me :) on another note, I saw you're using a drone. If it's not too much bother, could you tell me how that experience go? I am reading mixed comments on how to use a Dji drone in Vietnam - thank you for your time ;)

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

We didn’t have any issues at all. We only used it in Halong bay and some rural areas. No issues at the airport either. Best of luck

[@debracarlson9]

omg I'm just watching this. This was the same lady I encounter with the cruise couple years ago and I vividly remember tossing her cash but she never gave me the chips I asked. haha

[@pragyanbezbo]

The waiter at 8:47 looks so much similar to Tony Jaa :D

[@vajanananbuathong8243]

Interesting video … kindly can you tell me the name of the cruise ship or company you booked with. Many thanks Mint

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

I believe we say it in the first few minutes of the video! Hope it helps

[@user-yw4bs4lk9k]

Hello, thank you so much for your video. What time do they pick you up at the hotel or airport for that matter? What time does the boat leave port? Thank you

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

They pick us up pretty early in the morning, around 8 since it takes a few hours to drive to Ha Long Bay. Minute 2:33 has the itinerary. You can reference this for the future. Hope it helps.

[@user-yw4bs4lk9k]

@@TheConsciousDreamers thanks for the quick response. two more question please. What is the ideal hotel location to be picked up from for the halong Bay cruise ? Can you also make them pick you up at one hotel and then drop you off at another? Thank you!

[@user-lr5ex5xc3b]

⁠@@user-yw4bs4lk9kwe stayed near old quarter. I’d say that’s a good spot. You can always email them to see exactly where they’ll Pick you up so you can search for accommodations prior to landing. I’m pretty sure they have a designated pick up spot. At least for us, we weren’t given the option of a hotel pick up. Hope this helps! Cheers

[@sharmelaletchumanan9354]

Hi im planning to book this cruise after watching your video n amazing experience. May i know which room you booked? Is it on the 1st or 2nd floor? Thanks in advance

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Hi, our cabin was on the first floor. Second floor was more expensive and from what we saw, it doesn’t make that much of a difference. We wouldn’t change rooms if we could go back. Only thing we’d change is doing the two night excursion rather than one night.

[@sharmelaletchumanan9354]

@TheConsciousDreamers Thanks for your suggestions. Helps a lot. Planning to book soon ☺️. Excited

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

@@sharmelaletchumanan9354 glad we could help. If you’re going to Hanoi, we have a video as well for that city. Cheers

[@DU.LICH.360]

Việt nam của tôi rất đẹp ❤❤❤ 🇻🇳🇻🇳🇻🇳

[@DawnStills-jk1sf]

God is Good ❤

[@shehanadain747]

Hi if someone is solo travelling . Does it mean he/she cannot go on the kayak ride ? 😔

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

You can still go by yourself. Shouldn’t be a problem at all

[@sushensarkar7808]

❤️❤️👍

[@robverro566]

I just watched a long commercial for *enesis cruises.

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Lol that’s funny. We promise it wasn’t sponsored

[@mrc6182]

While I'm sure Ha Long/Lan Ha can be a great experience for some, considering my experience and other reviewers', it's definitely a toss-up. I did a 3D/2N in November, 2022 and was completely UNDERwhelmed. Cost: $490 single, $770 couple (USD) First, probably due to oppressive afternoon heat, the 17 or 18 vessels that accompanied us everywhere do activities like kayaking, beach, village visits at the same time in the early morning. For us, it was like rush hour on a Los Angeles freeway. Secondly, "cruise" is a complete misnomer! The boats are only underway when picking up or letting off passengers. I'd estimate we were actually "cruising" for less than 30 minutes during the entire 3D/2N "voyage." With no breeze over the bow, one is pretty much restricted to air conditioned spaces. In short, everyone should see Ha Long (Lan Ha is optional. They're identical.), but take a day cruise.

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

We do agree that the heat can be overwhelming. Even our tai chi class at 6am was rough 😂. Sorry you didn’t enjoy your experience.

[@honghan5948]

The best time to visit Ha Long is Jan, Feb, March and early April. The weather is very nice. Avoid May to August because there are many Vietnamese people will enjoy their Holiday at this time

[@BrandonSKW]

Is it worth the time spending it on overnight cruise?

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

That’s a really tough question. I think you’re the only one that can answer that question. Our opinion is that yes, it’s worth it. We don’t know your style of travel so it’s difficult to answer it.

[@attran9575]

Yes ! It's very interesting

[@keangwooichoo6138]

I thought it is a polluted Bay. Even vietnamese agree on this.

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

We didn’t see much pollution to be honest

[@attran9575]

Don't be disruptive. Are you deliberately downplaying Ha Long Bay? you are so dirty.

[@trunghoang9429]

Forget HA LONG BAY! Experience the most famous bay in Viet Nam: CAM DAI BAY.❤

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

I hope we can go there one day

[@st.marvelous]

giỡn vừa vừa thôi mày :)))

[@attran9575]

Kick ass your mom.

[@senorblancosenorblanco]

Cat Ba is better

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Why?

[@senorblancosenorblanco]

@TheConsciousDreamers there's more going on and the beaches are nice. The views are Amazing more. However the cave at ha long bay is hard to beat but cat ba is more fun

[@MrJodyh54]

You need to have immediate access to at least $10,000 usd or have health/accident insurance that will cover you in Vietnam. That is; insurance that can be immediately paid. If you are in an accident and need hospitalization or emergency care, the hospital will not do much more than receive you until payment is made. Mandatory Vietnamese driver license and moto insurance if you plan to drive a moto. Typhoid/hepatitis vaccines. Hang on to your money, camera and phone or chain it to yourself! Buy tissues as there are almost always none in restrooms. Need a small bottle of alcohol for mosquito bites. Trust no one!!! This is an extremely dangeous country to travel in. Many tourists are ill from diarrhea after 2 days lasting up to 2 weeks. This is a hot, dirty, dusty, noisy and dangerous country. Not what you see in the glamourized videos. Lived here 21 years. FYI.

[@attran9575]

Lol 😂😂😂. I don't think so . Vietnam is the safest in the world

[@roucoupse]

I can't go to a country that mistreat animals so much. Awful cruelty.

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

most industrialized nations mistreat animals...we are not any better

[@attran9575]

What do you mean ?

[@attran9575]

Do you eat meat? Lol😂 stop being hypocritical

[@rillyjo5810]

​@@attran9575what don't you understand, she said it in simple terms

[@Ramnik72]

The accent is so fake and unnecessary

[@TheConsciousDreamers]

Accent? What are you talking about

[@attran9575]

a jealousy?