How to visit Halong bay by seaplane? Detailed information and tips

Halong seaplane experience is one of the things you need to bring if you want to have interesting and exciting experiences in your journey to explore the beautiful Halong Bay. Besides kayaking, boating or canoeing to admire the scenery. Experiencing the panoramic view of Halong Bay in a unique way from above through the glass window of the seaplane will surely leave you with fresh and beautiful memories.

This is essentially a fixed-wing aircraft, capable of flying high or low or taking off on water. Seaplane is also the only means to help visitors enjoy the panoramic view at an altitude of 150m to 2000m extremely safe. Each flight has only about 12 passengers and absolute safety is the top priority of the seaplane.

Although it only lasts a few hours, when visiting Halong Bay by seaplane, visitors will not have to face problems such as seasickness. Moreover, from above, you can freely use the camera to capture the unique moments of Halong Bay. Each place that the seaplane flies visitors will be explained by the pilot as a tour guide to help remove all the boredom when traveling by seaplane.
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Is seaplane safe?
According to my own experience of flying a seaplane in Halong bay, it is quite safe because the seaplane can land right on the water. In which the seaplane used is the Cessna Grand Caravan 208B-EX. This is one of the safe seaplanes and meets the requirements of the Federal Aviation Administration, the International Civil Aviation Organization as well as the Vietnam Civil Aviation Authority for commercial organizations.

In addition, the crew accompanying each flight have many years of international flying experience in many countries around the world. In which the Vietnamese co-pilot will also be a tour guide to help visitors learn more about the attractions that the seaplane will fly over. At the same time, creating a clear sense of the value of the trip in the heart of each visitor.

Seaplane services
Flight route:
Flying by the itinerary is to meet the prescribed flight route. Specifically, the airline offers flights from Hanoi - Halong and Halong - Hanoi. Instead of traveling by other means of transport, visitors in northern Vietnam can choose seaplanes to travel. This option not only shortens the time but also brings many interesting experiences for visitors.

Each flight takes only about 45 minutes, shorter than many other types of public transport. Every day, there are 2 flights from Hanoi to Halong at 9:00 and 14:30 and 2 flights from Halong at 12:30 and 16:00. Instead of having to endure long and tiring journeys for 3-4 hours, you can try this type of transportation for an enjoyable experience.

Cost: From VND 4,200,000 (140 USD) - VND 9,700,000 (400 USD)
Starting point: Noi Bai International Airport, counter 109, lobby E, terminal 1.
End point: Tuan Chau Wharf, T7, Tuan Chau Port Urban Area, Halong City, Quang Ninh Province
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Halong Bay sightseeing flight
If you choose a sightseeing flight, visitors will admire the beauty of Halong's nature from about 150m to 2000m above sea level. Seaplanes can also slip through the rocky islands in the Gulf, giving visitors amazing surprises. When choosing this form, don't forget to bring a camera to hunt for yourself good photos with the sea and sky of Ha Long.

The route of attractions such as the city center, Ti Top Island Halong, Vung Vieng Fish Village, Ngu Pearl Farm, Soi Sim Island, Yen Ngua Island, Dragon Eye Island, Hon Gai Commune, Bai Tho Mountain, Hon Lu Perfume, Hon Trong Mai, Tuan Chau wharf... The interesting thing is that through each point, the pilot will explain the places so that visitors can understand clearly.

Flight duration is 25 minutes. Currently, Hai Au airline operates 7 flights/day, 2 flights/day (from April 16 to September), and 4 flights/day (in October).
Cost: 1,500,000 VND (60 USD) - 2,870,000 VND (120 USD)

Charter flight
Besides short and sightseeing flights in Halong bay, seaplanes also have routes from Hanoi to Quang Ninh and vice versa. Visitors can go to more than 20 destinations in Vietnam and Cambodia without having to wait in line according to the traditional method.

At the same time, visitors can also choose the flight itinerary according to their preferences. Depending on the location of the seaplane landing and the time and cost will be different. Seaplanes can also meet low-altitude sightseeing flights at all locations for visitors to get the best experience.

Destinations served by seaplanes such as Halong, Hue, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phan Thiet, Can Tho, Phu Quoc, Hanoi, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville... Besides, the airline fully meets all requirements. requests from customers such as serving champagne on an airplane or transporting guests by limousine.

Cost: from 23,900,000 VND (1000 USD) - 319,320,000 VND (13.000 USD)

Notes when traveling by seaplane
For a smooth and safe trip, visitors need to bring identification documents such as Citizen ID for Vietnamese tourists and passport book for international visitors. Besides, you should bring the necessary luggage, not too bulky. The airlines will not charge for the first 7kg. From 8kg or more will be charged 100,000 VND/kg (4 USD) over load

Wear comfortable clothes when traveling by seaplane. Do not wear cumbersome and obstructing clothes such as scarves, long dresses that make it difficult to get in and out and during movement.

Schedule & Price of Hanoi - Halong Seaplane

Fares apply to Vietnamese and foreigners (EXPAT) living and working in Vietnam

Departure: Tuan Chau International Ship Port
- Price includes Tuan Chau port fee (Subject to change)
+ VND 40,000/pax for scenic flight
+ VND 20,000/pax for transshipment flight

Price for children:
+ Children from 2 years old and above (seated in their own seat): 100% of the adult price
+ Children under 2 years old (sitting with an adult seat, maximum 2 children/trip)
- Hanoi - Ha Long/ Ha Long - Hanoi: VND 500,000/child (22 USD)
- Ha Long - Ha Long sightseeing tour: VND 200,000/child (9 USD)

During the holiday period, the application of :
+ December 31, 2022 & January 1, 2023
+ January 21, 2023 to January 25, 2023
+ April 29, 2023 to May 2, 2023
+ September 1, 2023 to September 3, 2023

Above are all the experiences of flying seaplane in Halong that you can use in your journey. Surely this mode of transport will leave you with many beautiful memories and extremely interesting experiences. Wish you have a happy trip and full of surprises!.
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