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22 Ngoc Chau, Tuan Chau, Ha Long, Quang Ninh, Viet Nam, Ha Long, Vietnam View on map
“ Launched in 2018, Halong Camellia is known for a 3-star cruise ship that provides friendly service and comfortable accommodation at a bargain price. It also opens an opportunity for travelers to see extraordinary seascapes on Lan Ha Bay and good food onboard.”
Editor Reviews
Pros
- The guide and staff are friendly and helpful.
- The food comes in an abundance.
- The cruise has an outstanding entertainment program.
Cons
- The boat needs an update and the air-conditioner in the rooms doesn’t work properly.
- There is a little storage space in the room and the bathroom is smelly.
- Drinks and water bottles (which should have been included in the price) are overpriced.
- Swimming and kayaking are boring and the water isn’t clean.
Bottom Line
Halong Camellia is a medium-size ship with enough onboard excitement to keep guests entertained.
About
Type: Metal
Launched: 2018
No Of Cabins: 09
Pick Up Time: 7:45 – 8:30 Am
Drop Off Time: 17:30 – 18:00 Pm
Operating Area: Lan Ha Bay
Available Tours: 2d1n, 3d2n
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Sails From
Itinerary & activities
Trying to find a quiet sailing route is challenging. However, visitors can still enjoy a relaxing cruise vacation on Halong Camellia to various beautiful spots of Lan Ha Bay. You’ll have a chance to visit Dark & Bright cave, join a bicycle trip around Viet Hai village to see ancient houses and meet local people. Following that is the free kayaking and swimming at Ba Ham Lake as well as exploring Trung Trang cave or Hospital cave.
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performance
- Cooking class
- Tour or class about local culture
- Happy hour
- Themed dinner nights
- Bike tours
- Walking tours
- Pub crawls
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Entertainment staff
- Canoeing
- Karaoke
- Children's playground
- Fishing
Cruise quality
As being a newly outfitted cruise, Halong Camellia features a modern Oriental style design with a combination of metal and wooden materials. The 3-deck ship brings guests a high safety level in a cozy atmosphere.
Service & facilities
Camellia cruise can be both busy and relaxing depending on guests’ preferences. If you’re looking for relaxation, you can spend time in the elegant dining area, bar, shared lounge or spacious sundeck. For those who want to be more active, the cruise offers a lot of fun-filled activities and onboard entertainment.
In terms of personal services, the property provides a 24-hour front desk, room service, and massage services.
- Shuttle service
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Gift shop
- Safety deposit box
- Bridal suite
- VIP room facilities
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Cabin quality
There are a total of 9 cabins with en-suite bathroom and a large window for full ocean view. Each cabin is fitted with in-room amenities, fruits, and mineral water bottles.
| Room Type | Maximum | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Family Room with Sea View | 4 adults, 1 Children | 28 sqm |
| Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View | 3 adults, 1 Children | 28 sqm |
| Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Ocean View | 2 adults, 1 Children | 20 sqm |
Food & drink
A continental or buffet breakfast is served every morning. In addition to this, the restaurant caters guests with Vietnamese and international dishes and great views over the bay. This is also the place for holding many events such as MICE and business conference.
What’s more, the complimentary sunset party on the sundeck offers great local wine and fruits.
Value for money
Deluxe ocean full view room costs from US$216 and family room with sea view costs from US$493.
Access for people with disabilities?
There are no facilities for disabled people.
Family-friendly?
- The family room is available. The cruise also offers babysitting service and a playground for children.
- Children under 4 are free of charge if sharing the existing bed with adults. Children above 10 years old are charged 100% of the given price.
Last updated: November 05, 2019
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Read expert reviewFrequently asked questions
1.Do we have free bottles of mineral water in the room?
Yes, the room rate includes 2 complimentary bottles of mineral water per cabin daily.
2.Does the cruise sail to Cat Ba Island?
Yes, it does. The cruise takes visitors to Trung Trang cave or Hospital cave on Cat Ba Island.
3.Does Camellia cruise offer private car transfer?
Yes, it does. A 4-seater car costs US$110 for 2-day use and US$140 for 3-day use. You can also order 7-seater and 16-seater car.
4.Can our group of 4 people stay together in one room?
Yes, you can choose the family room with a max occupancy of 4 adults plus 1 child. An extra mattress is available.
5.How long does it take to transfer from Hanoi to Halong on your shuttle bus?
Camellia shuttle bus takes about 4 hours to transfer from Hanoi to Halong Bay, including the stopover on the way.