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Jul 25, 2023
By Ms. Minh Thu
Situated in Bai Tu Long Bay, Chopstick Islet Halong is a familiar image when it comes to the Nature Heritage of the World. Many tourists come here to go kayaking, swimming or simply taking photos with this unique islet. Let Vietnam Escape Tours accompany you in the journey exploring Vietnam, and this time - Chopstick Islet Halong.
Also known as Ong Cu island, it is about 15 km east of Bai Chay. This is a rocky mountain about 40m high, round like a chopstick basking in the ocean. But if we look at Chopsticks from the northwest, we suddenly see that it has a different shape: the head is slightly flared and tilted down, the belly is bulging. In this direction, Hon Chop is like an old mandarin, wearing a green robe, a hat with a dragonfly's wings on his head, and his hands clasped in front of his chest. Therefore, Chopsticks Island is called Ong Cu Island.
Chopstick Islet Halong has a shape of a chopstick
To get to Chopstick Islet Halong, you have many options to choose from and each means of transport has its own pros and cons.
Motorbike: This is an economical way that you can drive your own motorbike or you can hire one. Along the trip, you can enjoy the beautiful landscape of the city or countryside. Going on this vehicle, you can be flexible in terms of time. However, bad weather can hamper your trip. And if you have children, traveling by motorbike is very inconvenient.
Coach: You can buy tickets at Bat Giap bus station. This is also a cheap way to get to Halong Bay. But you have to keep track of the time frame of the coach so as not to miss it. And this is not suitable for anyone who is prone to car sickness.
Private car: This is the most comfortable and private way to go because you don’t need to share space with others like going by coach, but still have the flexibility that you want. If you have children, going by a private car really suits you down to the ground. Normally, if you book a cruise on Halong Bay, the private car is also included, which serves you the best.
Taking photos with Chopstick Islet Halong
Chopstick Islet Halong is regarded as a beautiful work, carved by nature. Many tourists choose to get on some cruises that go across this islet to admire its unique shape and to take photos with it. You have to get an exact angle to probably see the shape of many islets on Halong Bay such as Man Head islet (Dau Nguoi islet) or Monster Face islet (Mat Quy Islet). But for Chopstick Islet Halong, you can see the chopstick shape from any angle you take.
Taking photos with Chopstick Islet Halong
Kayaking
Taking a kayak trip around Chopstick islet is also an activity you should try. Kayaking is not an extreme sport that everyone can try. Just listen to the instructions of the cruise’s staff and try out some first movements, you can easily kayak yourself for the next whole journey. You will not be afraid of losing directions thanks to this Chopstick Islet.
Tourists experience kayaking around Chopstick Islet Halong
Swimming
Going to Halong Bay without swimming is really a pity. The water is really transparent, fresh and cool, which can get rid of your stress and discomfort if you merge your body into it. The Chopstick Islet is a good spot for you to depend on whenever you want to relax after swimming. This islet also provides shade for you to swim.
Swimming
Dragon Legend Cruise
Dragon Legend Cruise is a luxury cruise embellished according to Vietnamese cultural style. This cruise brings the image of Vietnam in modern days with a desire of stretching to the great ocean. Dragon Legend Cruise is equipped with many modern amenities such as comfortable cabins, a trendy bar, a convenient spa, a spacious sundeck and a luxury swimming pool. Dragon Legend Cruise definitely brings about complete experience with high quality services and friendly staff.
Dragon Legend Cruise
Swan Cruises Halong
Resembling the swan - a kind of bird symbolized for elegance and beauty, Swan Cruises Halong is also one of the most beautiful and luxurious cruises. Hence, this cruise is downright suitable for honeymoons of loving couples. Boasting convenient rooms with modern facilities, Resembling the swan promises to give the customers the best comfort. The staff is also supportive, which is the additional element of your complete trip.
Swan Cruises Halong
Athena Cruise
Athena Cruise is another name that is worth mentioning in this list. Beside its luxury design, good service and dedicated staff, Athena Cruise is also famous for its itinerary. Booking a cruise on this big boat, you can be sent to every wonderful scene of Halong Bay. This cruise will help you explore limestone mountains where green bush grows on, majestic caves that you’ve never seen before or fishing villages whose lively lives.
Athena Cruise
Signature Cruise
If you are finding a cruise which features big rooms and chic design then you can not ignore The Signature Cruise. Being decorated in cream, a color bringing about elegance, customers getting on this cruise can easily feel comfortable. Same to other cruises, The Signature Cruise is also equipped with modern amenities and high quality services. But unlike other cruises, The Signature Cruise provides four-person cabins, which are really suitable for families. So the customers of this cruise are diverse in age.
Signature Cruise
Starlight Cruise
Starlight Cruise is regarded as one of the best cruises on Bai Tu Long Bay. Providing 32 rooms, along with a library, spa, bar and restaurant, Starlight Cruise can bring about comfort and convenience for its customers. This big boat has an upper sundeck in comparison with other cruises, which can provide customers a panoramic view over Halong Bay. Booking a 2 day 1 night cruise on Starlight Cruise is enough for you to have pretty memories with your beloved ones.
Starlight Cruise
Halong Bay in general and Chopstick Islet in particular welcome tourists all year round. However, you should avoid visiting Halong from July to September because storms often make landfall in these months. In fact, you still can go to Halong during these months but you have to monitor the weather carefully in order that your trip won’t coincide with a storm. If you are likely to get sun stroke, avoid going swimming in July and August because the temperature reaches the peak in these two months.
- You should bring a hat, sunglasses and sun lotion to protect your body.
- It is advised to kayak and swim around 1 hour at maximum to avoid getting sunstroke.
- When you swim, stay alert to jellyfish, which can cause your skin to be red and blistering if eaten.
Out of over 1000 islands and islets on Halong Bay, Chopstick Islet is still a unique and impressive islet to visit. After reading the article above, Vietnam Escape Tours hopes you had useful information on Chopstick Islet Halong. So what are you waiting for? Pack your luggage and explore this place on your holiday.
