When one thinks of traveling in Vietnam, you’re more likely to imagine floating down the Mekong River in a dug out canoe than dodging towering karst formations in a sea kayak while enjoying the tranquil waters of Bai Tu Long Bay. I’m here to say, change your perceptions of Vietnam. Yes, go for the culture, but keep in mind the great outdoors are beckoning and quite often, if you know where to go, you’re going to be alone.

We had a great time mountain biking in Dalat, but one of the other highlights of our time in Vietnam was sea kayaking in Bai Tu Long Bay. Now this wasn’t necessarily a wilderness trip per se. We boarded a junk with ______ (looking for name of company) and spent 3 days cruising this truly amazing waterway that is NE of the over-touristy Ha Long Bay. The itinerary was pretty simple: cruise for a while and then jump in your kayak and spend hours paddling calm waters, exploring hidden coves and pulling up to white-sand beaches.

Sometimes it really did feel like paradise.

Heading back to “camp” – a traditional-style junk.

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