Halong bay tours 2 days - 1 night by seaplane - Halong Bay Vietnam

Seaplane tour to Halong Bay departing from Hanoi is one of high-end tours. Bird view over Halong Bay and overnight on Cruises are highlights of this trip. It takes only 30 minutes from Hanoi to Halong Bay by seaplane. Viewing Halong Bay from a seaplane is a great way to get a panoramic view of the mystical seascape, one of natural world heritage site recognized by UNESCO. With the newest seaplane model has been launched out Cessna Grand Caravan 208B-E of 12 seats, travelers can choose either buying daily ticket or charter the whole craft.

OVERVIEW

Vietnam Seaplane Tips

2 Cessana Grand Caravan 208B-EX have just arrived today 21 August 2014 at Noi Bai Airport, Hanoi, Vietnam. daily flights will be in service on the route Hanoi – Halong Bay in September 2014 and will help travelers to save time, it means 30 minutes flying instead of 4 hours driving. Other flights by seaplane in the Southern Vietnam expect to be launched out in December this year for scenic travel by air from Saigon to Phan Thiet and Nha Trang. Hereunder some general Vietnam Seaplane Tips.

Vietnam seaplane ports

- Hanoi: Noi Bai Domestic Airport
- Halong Bay: Tuan Chau Marina

Children fares

- Child (CHD) from 2 to 12 years old: 75% adult public fare
- Infant (INF) below 2 years old: 10% adult public fare

Luggage: Join-in daily flight: 7 kg per passenger

Charter flight:

- Up to 9 passengers: 10 kg per passenger
- 10 passengers: 7 kg per passenger
- Cargo is not allowed
- Delay and Cancellation Risk
- Since Cessna Grand Caravan 208B-EX is a small craft, its flight depends strongly on the weather condition.

Flights from Hanoi to Halong are sometimes delayed or cancelled due to fog in Halong Bay. Risks happen quite often during January – March. Hereunder some important remarks and backup proposals when seaplane is delayed or cancelled at last minutes:

- It is better to book both seaplane ticket and Halong overnight cruise package with Vietnam Seaplane Tours because if there is any trouble caused due to bad weather, we will find out the most efficient solution and arrange easier with suppliers.
- In case of flight delay or cancellation by supplier, we will arrange the tour by car and refund the flight ticket.
- The tour package is the combination of seaplane and cruise in Halong Bay. When the flight is cancelled and you don’t travel to Halong by car, you will get the flight refund but not the cruise.
- Many people connect another flight from Noi Bai Airport to the next destination after coming back by seaplane from Halong Bay. If your case, please accept the risk when the seaplane comes later than planned and there is not enough time to check in the next flight.

Flight regulations

Check-in process

Passengers shall arrive at the designated place of departure at least 1(one) hour before the departure time. Carrier (seaplane) shall reserve the right for the flight to depart as per the flight schedule whether or not all the passengers are on board the flight.

Passengers are required to present themselves, valid ticket, original passport or ID or Birth Certificate for children under 12 years old for check-in formalities prior to the departure time.

Refusal and limitation of carriage

Carrier may refuse carriage of any passenger or passenger’s luggage, without any penalty, compensation or refunding of any paid amount to passenger, for reasons of safety and safety or if, in the exercise of its reasonable discretion it is determined that:

FOR PASSENGERS

• Such action is necessary in order to comply with any applicable laws, regulations or orders of any governmental authorities; or
• The conduct, age or mental or physical state of the passenger is not proper to be carried on the flight under the following circumstances: to require special service but have no prior arrangement with Carrier; or due to the health status of passenger that Carrier found that the transport will cause harm to this passenger, to other people in the aircraft or endanger the flight; or to prevent the spread of disease; or to disobey regulations on aviation safety and security, operational transportation by air; or to disturb social order, endangers the operational safety or influences the life, health and property of other persons; or persons who get drunk or affected by pharmaceutical products and have lost their act control capacity; or for security reason; or at the request of competent Authorities; or
• Passengers have refused to submit to a security check for themselves or their luggage, or having submitted to such a check, passengers fail to provide satisfactory answers to security questions at check-in or at the boarding gate; or
• Passengers do not appear to have valid travel documents or refuse to surrender travel documents to the flight crew when so requested; or
• Passengers fail to observe Carrier’s instructions with respect to safety or security;
• Passengers fail to arrive for the check-in time as required in this Agreement; or
• Passenger voluntarily cancel the flight; or
• Otherwise as reasonably determined by Carrier or required by Carrier’s air transportation policies.

FOR LUGGAGE

• Items which are likely to endanger the aircraft or persons or property on board the aircraft, such as those specified in the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations; or
• Fragile or perishable items (fresh and perishable foodstuff…), artwork, cameras, money, jewellery, precious metals, silverware, computers, electronic devices, securities or other valuables, negotiable papers, contract, business documents, samples, passports and other identification documents, other valuable items. If, despite being prohibited, any items specified aforementioned are included in passenger’s luggage, Carrier shall not be responsible for any damages to such items; or
• Items which are reasonably considered by Carrier to be unsuitable for carriage because they are dangerous, unsafe or because of their weight, size, shape or character. Cessna Grand Caravan 208B-EX Technical Information

- Length: 12.67m (42ft)
- Wingspan: 15.9m (52ft)
- Height: 5m (16ft)
- Cruise speed: 250km/h
- Empty Weight: 2810kg (6180lb)
- Max Loaded: 4114kg (9062lb

ITINERARY

Day 1: HANOI – HALONG BAY

08h00 - 08h30: The shuttle bus will pick you up at your hotel and transfer to Noi Bai Airport.
09h30: Welcome and assistance at the airport for check in. Enjoy one hour flight and see Halong Bay from the sky before landing (45 minutes flight + 15 minutes scenic tour).
10h00: Landing at Tuan Chau Marina, Halong Bay. Free time at Paradise Café on Tuan Chau Island.
12h00 – 12h30: Embark to Paradise Luxury Cruise.
12h30: Welcome Cocktail, cruise briefing, safety instructions and check-in cabins.
12h45: Depart to Halong Bay, cruise and program commence.
13h00 – 14h30: Fusion Asian/International Lunch Buffet is ready in dining room.
15h00: Arrive at Cua Van floating fishing Village. One of the largest floating villages in the bay – rowing around the village by local rowing boats – captures the daily life of the local fisherman.
16h00: Back to cruise ship, continue cruise through the magnificent scenery of Halong Bay.
16h30: Enjoy the cooking demonstration and discover the Vietnamese cuisine.
17h00 – 18h00: Arrive at Tung Sau (Pearl Farm) area – relax at leisure, enjoying our beauty and massage service or swimming, kayaking.
19h00 – 20h30: Enjoy the elegant five courses set menu.
21h00 – 23h00: Evening activities: relax at leisure; enjoy movie night, board games, or beauty spa services.
Overnight in Halong Bay.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: on Luxury Cruise

Day 2: HALONG BAY – HANOI

06h30: Tai Chi session on sundeck.
06h00 - 07h00: You will have options of morning activities – swimming or kayaking, beauty spa services.
07h00 - 08h00: International breakfast buffet is available at the restaurant.
08h00: Visit Surprise Cave (Hang Sung Sot) – explore most famous grotto in the entire Halong bay.
09h30: Check-out and settle bills while the junk cruising back to the shore.
10h45: Arrive at Tuan Chau Marina.
Option 1:
11h30: Board the seaplane for a 45-minute flight back to Hanoi.
12h15: Arrive in Noi Bai Airport, take a taxi by your own back to Hanoi Center or stay at the airport to connect the flight to next destination.
Option 2:
Free time at Paradise Café on Tuan Chau Island for your own activities.
15h30: Board the seaplane for a 45-minute flight back to Hanoi.
16h15: Arrive in Noi Bai Airport, take a taxi by your own back to Hanoi Center or stay at the airport to connect the flight to next destination.
Meals: Breakfast/Brunch

Services included:

• One way transfer by shuttle bus Hanoi – Noi Bai Airport;
• Assistance at the airport for check in;
• Seaplane ticket from Hanoi to Halong Bay on 60-minute flight with scenic tour and from Halong back to Hanoi on 45-minute flight;
• English speaking guide on board;
• 2 days /1 night Join-in Halong cruise package: Option 1 on Luxury shared cruises , Option 2 on Private cruises;
• Meals: 1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast;
• Entrance fee to Halong Bay;
• Kayaking.

Services excluded:

• Transfer from Noi Bai Airport back to Hanoi;
• Other meals, tip, drinks, single room, personal expenses, insurance...
• We are travel experts in tailor-made holiday. We can customise this tour according to your preferred travel period, specific touring needs and budget. You can choose any cruises with seaplane transfer for yourself

Remarks:

• The tour prices are subject to change during Christmas and New Year Eve (24 and 30 Dec)
• Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions.
• Unused services are not subject to a refund.
• Meals onboard are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood and international. Guests should advise any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least one (1) week prior to the cruise date.
• Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.