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Cat Ba Entrance Fees 2026: Lan Ha Bay, National Park, Caves and More

Name: Flamingo Cat Ba Sea & Sand Resort
Address: Cat Co 1 & 2 Beach, Cat Ba Island, Cat Hai Special Zone, Hai Phong, Vietnam, Cát Bà, Hải Phòng, VN
Telephone: +84 364 901 393

October 17, 2026Flamingo Cat Ba Sea & Sand Resort

The 2026 Cat Ba entrance fees in one place: Lan Ha Bay, overnight stays on the bay, Cat Ba National Park, caves, the cable car and ferries.

How much will sightseeing tickets cost on Cat Ba Island in 2026? From January 1, 2026, Hai Phong introduced new fees for Lan Ha Bay, overnight stays on the bay and Cat Ba National Park. This guide lists the 2026 Cat Ba entrance fees, from bay and park tickets to caves, the cable car and ferries, so you can budget before you go.

Updated October 2026. Prices are for reference and can change.

1. What changed in 2026?

According to the Hai Phong newspaper Bao Hai Phong (December 16, 2025), the city set new sightseeing fees for the Cat Ba Archipelago from January 1, 2026. The ones most visitors pay are the bay fee of VND 120,000 per adult per visit, the overnight fee for sleeping on the bay and the Cat Ba National Park ticket, which is priced by route.

Children under 6 don't pay. Older visitors, people with severe disabilities and some other groups get 50% off under city rules, so bring ID when you buy tickets.

2. Lan Ha Bay fees in 2026

You pay the bay fee each time you go out on Lan Ha Bay, whether on a tour or a private boat. Most day tours already include it, but it's worth checking when you book.

2.1. Day visits to the bay

Adults: VND 120,000 per visit.
Children aged 6 and over: VND 60,000 per visit.
Children under 6: free.

2.2. Overnight stays on the bay

If you sleep on a cruise boat or in a floating homestay, you pay an overnight fee instead of the day fee:

1 night: VND 400,000 per adult, VND 300,000 per child aged 6 and over.
2 nights: VND 600,000 per adult, VND 500,000 per child aged 6 and over.
3 nights: VND 650,000 per adult, VND 550,000 per child aged 6 and over.

3. Cat Ba National Park tickets

Cat Ba National Park tickets in 2026 range from VND 80,000 to 160,000 per adult depending on the route, and children pay half. These are the reference prices listed by Cat Ba travel companies:

Whole national park: VND 160,000 per adult, VND 80,000 per child.
Central route (Kim Giao forest, Ngu Lam Peak, Trung Trang Cave): VND 120,000 per adult, VND 60,000 per child.
Ninh Tiep route to Tien Duc Cave: VND 80,000 per adult, VND 40,000 per child.
Phu Long route (mangroves and Thien Long Cave): VND 80,000 per adult, VND 40,000 per child.

The central route is the one most first-time visitors choose. The path up Ngu Lam Peak is steep and rocky, so wear shoes with good grip and carry water.

4. Hospital Cave, Trung Trang Cave and Cannon Fort

Historic sites and caves sell their own tickets at the entrance. Reference prices at the time of writing:

Hospital Cave: around VND 40,000 to 80,000 per adult, depending on the source and the time of year.
Trung Trang Cave: part of the national park's central route (VND 120,000 for the route); prices for a cave-only ticket can change, so ask at the gate.
Cannon Fort: according to reports from early 2026, the site is still closed for restoration. Ask at your hotel before heading up.

Opening hours may change with the season and are set by the site managers.

5. Monkey Island and Lan Ha Bay day tours

These are run by private operators, so prices vary. Reference prices for October 2026:

Monkey Island: a shared return boat from Ben Beo Pier costs around VND 100,000 to 150,000 per person. Hai Phong's 2026 fee schedule has no separate charge for the island itself.
Lan Ha Bay day tour on a wooden or steel boat: around VND 550,000 to 600,000 per person.
Mid-range cruise: around VND 700,000; five-star cruise: around VND 1,050,000 per person.

Tour prices usually include hotel pickup in Cat Ba Town, the bay fee, a guide, lunch and, where allowed, kayaks. Some boats add around VND 100,000 per person on Fridays, Saturdays and public holidays.

6. Cable car and ferry fares

The crossing to the island is part of the budget too:

Cat Hai to Phu Long cable car: VND 70,000 per ride for adults and children over 1 m; children under 1 m ride free (Sun Paradise Land, from September 7, 2026).
Dong Bai to Cai Vieng ferry: around VND 12,000 per foot passenger, VND 45,000 per motorbike and VND 190,000 per car under 9 seats.
Tuan Chau to Gia Luan ferry: around VND 80,000 per foot passenger, VND 90,000 to 100,000 per motorbike and VND 450,000 to 480,000 per car under 9 seats.
Speedboat from Hai Phong: around VND 200,000 to 300,000 per person one way.

7. Do children pay entrance fees on Cat Ba?

Children under 6 visit Lan Ha Bay and the national park for free under Hai Phong's rules. From age 6, children pay VND 60,000 for the bay and half price at the national park.

The cable car goes by height instead: children under 1 m ride free, and taller children pay the adult fare. Tours and ferries set their own rules, so ask when you book.

8. Cat Ba entrance fees at a glance

Lan Ha Bay fee: VND 120,000 per adult, VND 60,000 per child aged 6 and over.
Overnight on the bay: VND 400,000 to 650,000 per adult, depending on the number of nights.
Cat Ba National Park: VND 80,000 to 160,000 per adult, depending on the route.
Hospital Cave: around VND 40,000 to 80,000.
Monkey Island: no separate island fee in 2026; shared boats around VND 100,000 to 150,000.
Cat Hai to Phu Long cable car: VND 70,000 per ride.
Lan Ha Bay day tour: around VND 550,000 to 1,050,000, depending on the boat.

For a 3-day trip with one bay tour, a hike up Ngu Lam Peak and a visit to Hospital Cave, budget around VND 800,000 to 1,400,000 per adult for tickets and tours, not counting transport, food or accommodation.

9. Good to know

Ask whether your tour price includes the bay fee so you don't pay twice.
Buy national park tickets at the gate and pick your route before you pay.
Carry small notes; some ticket counters and boat operators don't take transfers.
Bring ID for children and older travelers to get free or reduced tickets.
Boats and the cable car can stop in storms, so check before you set out.

10. FAQs about Cat Ba entrance fees

How much is the Lan Ha Bay fee in 2026?

VND 120,000 per adult per visit, VND 60,000 for children aged 6 and over, and free for children under 6, from January 1, 2026.

How much is a Cat Ba National Park ticket?

VND 80,000 to 160,000 per adult depending on the route; the central route to Ngu Lam Peak and Trung Trang Cave costs VND 120,000. Children pay half, and children under 6 go free.

Do Lan Ha Bay tours include the bay fee?

Most day tours include the bay fee, hotel pickup, lunch and kayaks. Still, ask when you book, especially if you hire a private boat.

How much does it cost to stay overnight on Lan Ha Bay?

From January 1, 2026, the overnight fee is VND 400,000 per adult for one night, VND 600,000 for two nights and VND 650,000 for three nights.

Is Cannon Fort open?

According to reports from early 2026, the site is still closed for restoration. Ask at your hotel for the latest status before you go.

With the 2026 Cat Ba entrance fees in hand, you can budget most of your trip in advance, which helps when you travel as a family. Pick your route and tour, and keep a little cash for the boats.

After a hike or a day on the bay, come back to Flamingo Cat Ba Sea & Sand Resort beside Cat Co 1 and Cat Co 2 beaches. Sun loungers on the beach and the Shell Pool are free for in-house guests, and Lan Ha Sky Bar on the 17th floor stays open until 11:00 p.m. for an evening over the bay.

Plan your stay at Flamingo Cat Ba Sea & Sand Resort:

Book your stay at Flamingo Cat Ba Sea & Sand Resort Hotline +84 364 901 393

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