If you are looking for a calmer,
gentler, more traditional Vietnam, you should think about exploring it by boat.
There is not denial that a boat trip is a perfect idea for re-connecting with
nature, family, and yourself.
It can be said that traveling by
boat is one of the most relaxing and fascinating ways to see the world. Vietnam
has vast and scenic inland and coastal waterways, with a dense network of
rivers, lakes and canals, many with potential to be experienced by boat. Until
now, there are many places you couldn’t get to unless you went by boat. For
many riverside or seaside towns in Vietnam, boat rides are a natural
attraction, and a great way to get a view of life on, in, or near the water.
Therefore, if you are looking for a calmer, gentler, more traditional Vietnam,
you might consider leaving the frenzied streets altogether and exploring it by
boat. Here are a few options to suit travel tastes ranging from luxury treat to
wilderness adventure.
Ninh Binh
Ninh Binh is a lovely introduction to the legendary Ha Long Bay, and discovering the difference between the two is a real experience. Duplicating the scene of Halong bay, Ninh Binh is surrounded with wondrous karts formations and the seawaters is replaced by a carpet of rice paddies, hence its nickname: the "inland Halong Bay". It is a landscape that composes of water, karstic mountains and rice fields expanding over three areas: Tam Coc, Trang An and Van Long, all distant of a few kilometers. For many people, a boat ride is the main attraction in Ninh Binh as the boatmen will lead you silently through the sugar loaf mountains on his small sampan boat to discover the caves, while watching countryside as far as the eye can see.
The Mekong Delta
Mekong Delta is a welcome contrast to hectic Ho Chi Minh City. It’s a worthwhile destination on any Vietnamese itinerary and can be visited on a day or multi-day trip from Ho Chi Minh City. Boat tours of the river and canals are the real reason to visit Mekong Delta, and they are the best way to get a glimpse of the delta's village life. The major mouths of Mekong River and the intricate network of canals mean that nowhere is far from the water, and, in all that water, there is a tremendous variety of boats working: most of them still traditionally built wooden boats. The serene canals are so narrow that sometimes passengers sitting on boat can touch grass on either bank as they float by. In Mekong Delta, the lives of inhabitants, basic and authentic, are displayed along these narrow waterways.
Hoi An
The photogenic and laid back town of Hoi An has become one of traveler’s favorite destinations in Southeast Asia which is still being used the way it was designed. If you have quite a bit time and want to get off the beaten path in Hoi An, opt for an eco boat trip in the nipa palm of Cam Thanh village in which you have a scenic ride through the nipa palm flooded forest out to where the river and ocean meet. This small village is an ideal to relieve your stress with the joy of cruising and gaining an insight into the daily life of local fishermen. Along the way, you can learn how to paddle the unique basket boat, see a few demonstrations of traditional fishing techniques while admiring charming landscapes.
Hue
The pretty city of Hue in central Vietnam has a far and away feel to it. Those seeking out history and heritage are in the right place as it is full to the brim of pagodas, palaces, temples and tombs. Perfume River winds its way through Hue, there is wonder around its every bend and a boat trip is the most tranquil way to travel in the former capital city. Visitors will be greeted by a welcome sight: a colorful dragon boat to gently float you along the poetic Perfume River.
Halong Bay
The epic landscape of Halong Bay has beckoned dreamers to Vietnam. The Gulf of Tonkin consists of thousands of small islands rising out of emerald green waters which made up the legendary seascape of Halong Bay. Exploring the bay is like being lost in a legendary world of huge stone statues and it’s not hard to see why this is Vietnam’s number one draw card. Whatever your budget, whatever your needs, there always be the right boat for you. Depending on what experience you’re looking for, you can either choose a day boat, or opt for an overnight trip for a fun night between the stars and the sea. One thing about being at sea that you really can’t experience anywhere else is the rising and setting of the sun. It's also extraordinary to see small floating villages - homes on rafts where the people live on the water, making their living from fishing, trading and now tourism. To get close to these villages, you can go by kayak or bamboo boat rowed by locals.
There are millions of people around the world who love boating: it is a great activity for people of all ages. There's so much to see in the world that a trip to Vietnam promises the holiday of a lifetime. For culture, history and independent discovery against one of the most beautiful and scenic backdrops in the world, this is the place to go. So live some unforgettable memories by traveling on a boat on your next trip to Vietnam!
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Exploring Vietnam By Boat - A Perfect Idea For Re-Connecting With Nature, Family, And Yourself
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