3 Years Around the World

Ha Long Bay: Rock, Water, Sky

Day 708: September 3, 2026 – Ha Long Bay, Vietnam

What do Odysseans do when they reach land? Get on another boat! I usually prefer land exploration in ports but couldn’t resist a tour through Ha Long Bay, one of Southeast Asia’s most picturesque areas.

The bay is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its thousands of limestone karst towers, jade-green waters, and caves with impressive rock formations. It was a breathtaking 5-hour exploration through Vietnam’s finest landscape.

View of karst formations from the Odyssey
Matt, Eddie, Basia, Ben, Chris, Jim
Odyssey docked in Ha Long Bay
From the Odyssey we hopped onto this smaller tour boat, and then the rowboat below
Who put me in charge of the boat??
Pearl Farm
Front: Basia, Matt, Eddie. Back: Jim, Chris, Ben

7 responses to “Ha Long Bay: Rock, Water, Sky”
  1. Shannon Clubb Avatar
    Shannon Clubb

    beautiful

  2. Jim Guld Avatar
    Jim Guld

    We had a great time. Thanks!

    1. Basia Avatar
      Basia

      Us too! Thanks for joining us.

  3. Ron Walker Avatar
    Ron Walker

    Impressive landscape! Great photos.

    1. Basia Avatar
      Basia

      I think you and Liz would enjoy this spot.

  4. hannah marski Avatar
    hannah marski

    Beautiful pictures – Thank you for sharing!

    1. Basia Avatar
      Basia

      Thanks Hannah.