Am Tich Islet Halong

Overview

Am Tich Islet Halong, an islet that is quite close to the system of the Ha Long Bay archipelago and is situated in the region of Bai Tu Long Bay on the road to Quan Lan - Ngoc Vung, contributes to the wonder that is Ha Long Bay. When visiting Halong Bay, the scenery of the sea evokes a variety of emotions. So do not let you wait any longer, let’s discover Am Tich Islet Halong with Vietnam Escape Tours to understand the reasons why it attracts so many tourists.

The legend

Am Tich Islet is a small islet emerging out of the clear and blue water surface, which resembles a teapot - an important item in every Vietnamese home. The legend has it that, in one year, the drought took place earlier than the previous years and people had no time to make preparations. Never before, the weather was harsh and scorching with the searing heat like that year. The drought rapidly “killed” crops, cattles and even humans because every living creature needed water to deal with the thirst. The damage that this catastrophe caused was so substantial that the Heaven King in the sky decided to drop his magic teapot down to the land to save people’s lives. When falling down to the land, this teapot spouted tons of water, wetted dry cracked fields, watered wither crops, and rehabilitated thirsty lingering animals and humans. While spouting strong influxes of water to save lives, the teapot’s handle fell out. After that, the Heaven Kind didn’t reclaim the teapot but left it on the sea (Bai Tu Long Bay), which is the Am Tich islet nowadays. 

How to get to

Motorbike

This is a cost-effective solution for you to rent a motorcycle or ride your own. You can take in the scenic views of the city or countryside as you travel. You can be flexible with time when traveling on this vehicle. However, poor weather can make your trip difficult. Additionally, riding a motorcycle with kids is highly inconvenient.

Coach

At the Bat Giap bus stop, you can purchase tickets. Getting to Halong Bay in this manner is also inexpensive. But to ensure that you don't miss it, you must pay attention to the coach's schedule. And anyone who is prone to vehicle sickness should avoid this.

Private car

Because you won't have to share a place with other passengers like when taking a coach, but still have the freedom you need, this is the most private and comfortable option. Going by private automobile truly fits you to the ground if you have kids. The private automobile is typically included when you reserve a cruise on Halong Bay, which is perfect for you. 

What to do at Am Tich Islet Halong

Taking photos with Am Tich Islet Halong

Every islet in Halong has its own shape and unique legend, including Am Tich Islet Halong. If you come here without taking any photo with this special islet, it’s really a pity. Many tourists visiting Halong feel interested in the appearance and the imaginary story behind Am Tich Islet Halong. To record the moment they are present with this islet, they often take photos or film videos to boast with friends or recall this moment later. Many cruises have their itinerary that come across this beautiful islet, so you just simply book one to have the best experience. However, to be able to see the teapot shape of this islet, you have to take an exact angle, which is often advised by the cruise’s staff. 

Kayaking

Since it was applied in tourism, it has been becoming one of the most favorite activities amongst tourists both locally and internationally. This is an indispensable activity when you come to Halong Bay. This is not a complex activity, which just requires your graceful movements with your partner. Not complicated kayaking is, it is still a tiring activity if you do over 1 hour. So just kayak for a suitable duration of time to avoid being tired and join other interesting activities. Normally, a boat and a paddle will be provided by the cruise’s staff. And they are the very people who will support and save you if any unexpected incident happens.

Swimming

Swimming is another joyful activity that you can’t ignore. Nothing is better than merging your body into the fresh, cool and blue water here. Any stress and sadness will be removed. You will never worry about being lost because the Am Tich Islet always informs you of where you are in the sea. This islet also provides shade for you to swim under the sunny weather.

Best time to visit

All year long, visitors are welcome to Halong Bay in general and Chopstick Islet in particular. You should stay away from Halong from July to September though, as storms frequently make landfall around this time. You can still visit Halong during these months, but you must carefully watch the weather to ensure that your vacation doesn't coincide with a typhoon. Avoid swimming in July and August if you are susceptible to sunstroke because these are the two months with the highest temperatures. 

Tips for the trip

- To protect your skin from the sun, pack a hat, sunglasses, and sunblock.

- To prevent sunstroke, it is advisable to kayak and swim for no longer than an hour.

- When swimming, be cautious of jellyfish, which can result in redness and scorching of the skin.

Conclusion

As the time goes by, the country has seen many changes, humans have more and more destinations to take a rest in their holiday, but Halong Bay, along with Am Tich Islet, is still there, standing as the testimony of the time. In short, Am Tich Islet is a place worth visiting to escape from stressful working days and have valuable time with your beloved ones.