In the morning light, the outlines and layers of the karsts surrounding Halong Bay become haunting sights to fascinated expectators like us as our Aloha junk sails back to port.Personal note: I'd like to put this up for my readers as bai Allan noted - our overnight liveaboard cost US$112 all-in. It comes to around 4,500pesos which may seem pricey but if one thinks about it, it's the price of a backpack or pair of jeans. The price includes transport to Halong Bay and back to Hanoi in a comfortable, a/c van; a guide; dinner, breakfast and lunch; a cool, cozy room with really nice t&b; boat trips and fees to selected karsts/islands on the itinerary. As I've noted earlier, it's advisable to book with reputable operators like Handspan to avoid being gypped by fraudulent operators in Halong Bay.
