Ba Lua Archipelago - Vietnam Travel Guide

For those who already booked cheap flights tickets to Vietnam, you can mark down on your wish list a destination that is little bit different from the usually tourist trail in Vietnam. Dubbed the “Little Ha Long Bay” of the south, Ba Lua Archipelago consists of about 45 large and small islands in the territorial waters of Kien Luong District, Kien Giang Province. Those islands were named after their shapes and local folklore. If you want to spend one or two days to explore the unspoiled island, let's see suggestions below.

HOW TO GO

After purchasing cheap flights tickets to Vietnam, you can buy bus tickets to go to Ha Tien or Rach Gia through the travel agent. Then, you will take a boat from Hang Pagoda - Phu Tu Island in Binh An Commune, Kien Luong District.

WHAT TO EAT

On the island, it’s easy to catch snails, oysters, crabs and clams on the rocky reefs for your own grilled seafood dinner. Or you can also buy fish, shellfish, and snails of people on the island and let them cook for you.

WHERE TO STAY

It’s possible to find accommodation in private homes for a reasonable price. Alternatively, you can come equipped with your own hammocks, tents and flashlights for camping. If you seek out a perfect destination to renew your energy, hurry up and book cheap flights tickets to Vietnam! You will be rewarded for your efforts with the glistening white sand and the sparkling deep blue sea.

WHAT TO SEE

Surrounded by many islands in shallow waters, Ba Lua Archipelago rarely encounters strong winds and big waves. As such, it is suitable for tourists to take a boat for sightseeing. If tourists want to travel on the archipelago, they’d better use small boats to navigate in the shallow waters and weave through canyons to discover the caves.
One of the most must-see cave in Ba Lua Archipelago is Tien Cave, which is 150 meters long through the inside of a mountain following the axis of the southwest and northeast, is a masterpiece of nature. Winding between towering walls carved by erosion, this 150-metre-long cave leads to a nice sandy beach. Therefore, tourists often enter the southwestern gate to visit the cave and when going out, they can take a bath at a dreamlike beach.

This spot is idyllic, perfect to relax and insulate oneself from the sometimes oppressive din of the big city, most preferred destination of tourists booking cheap flights tickets to Vietnam. Sea breezes invite you to discover the mysteries of these beaches and islands. Back home, you will never forget the charming landscapes and the hospitality of local islanders.

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http://english.thesaigontimes.vn/Home/travel/travelguide/19009/Cruising-Ba-Lua-Archipelago.html
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http://www.vietnamtocambodiatravel.com/Indochina-travel-guide/Untouched-Ba-Lua-Archipelago/