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Quan Lạn
Spend 1–2 days on Quan Lạn: a short ferry ride from Ha Long or Cai Rong, stay overnight for beach time, then return.
Quan Lạn is a low‑key island in Bai Tu Long Bay with sandy beaches, a few guesthouses and an electric‑bus shuttle. A single ferry from Ha Long or Cai Rong takes 2–4 h, so a day‑trip is possible, but an overnight stay lets you enjoy sunrise, swim and explore the villages.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- VND
- Best months
- Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (rainy season)
- Airports
- HAN · HPH
- Nights
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Rules in force · 5Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Vietnam ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal; lookalike sites charge extra.
- Vietnam ↗Crossing streets: walk slowly and steadily; motorbikes flow around you — do not stop or run.
- Vietnam ↗Carry Vietnamese đồng in small notes; many stalls and taxis are cash-only.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Quan Lạn113 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Quan Lạn, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?VND in small notes (10k–100k) for stalls, markets, xe ôm and tips at spas.Vietnam-wide
- SIM or eSIMViettel, Vinaphone and Mobifone sell tourist SIMs at airport arrivals; passport and a face photo are required for registration.Vietnam-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.Vietnam-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: Round up or 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.Vietnam-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/C/F. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Vietnam-wide
- SafetyLow crime; main issues are limited night transport and occasional power cuts.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in cities and hotels; squat toilets and no paper in rural stops and on long buses — carry tissues.Vietnam-wide
- Emergency numbers113 police · 114 fire · 115 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close on Monday; the Hồ Chí Minh Mausoleum is also closed on Friday and shuts for maintenance for about two months each year (usually…Vietnam-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportHAN Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi) (Bus or taxi to Ha Long City (about 4 h), then ferry to Quan Lan).
- Getting aroundElectric bus (xe điện) is the main public transport, 20,000 đ per short hop, 35,000 đ to Son Hà.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Metro or bus rideElectric bus hop20,000 đ
- Budget bedFan room in guesthouse, a night, per person₫200,000 (≈ US$8)
- Mid-range bedAir‑conditioned room, a night, per person₫450,000 (≈ US$18)
- High-end bedAir‑conditioned room, a night, per person₫600,000 (≈ US$25)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₫250,000 (≈ US$10) · Mid ₫350,000 (≈ US$14) · High ₫600,000 (≈ US$25)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- HAN Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi) (Bus or taxi to Ha Long City (about 4 h), then ferry to Quan Lan) · HPH Cat Bi International Airport (Hai Phong) (Closer than Hanoi; bus or taxi to Cai Rong port (about 2 h), then ferry)
- Phrases
- Vietnamese phrasebook
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Feb
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Mar
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Apr
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
May
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jun
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Oct
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Nov
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Dec
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Best: Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C) low), wettest Aug (13 rain days), driest May (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Quan Lạn: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
12 rd
Feb
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
10 rd
Mar
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8 rd
Apr
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
6 rd
May
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Sep
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10 rd
Oct
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
8 rd
Nov
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
6 rd
Dec
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Electric bus (xe điện) is the main public transport, 20,000 đ per short hop, 35,000 đ to Son Hà. Motorbike or bicycle rentals are common; private xe om (tuk‑tuk) can be booked for groups. Roads are 15 km long, but night travel is limited.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 2.5 h
Ferry from Quan Lan port, 2 h
Small fishing port with a market; return ferry same day possible.
Door to door: About 4 h
Ferry to Cai Rong, then bus or taxi to Cat Ba ferry (total about 3–4 h)
Longer transfer; better as an overnight stop.
Cua Ong
goDoor to door: About 2.5 h
Ferry to Cai Rong, then taxi 12 km (7.5 mi)Ferry to Cai Rong, then taxi 7.5 mi (12 km)
Temple and market; half-day trip.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Tuan Thuy
Fan room 200,000 đ, cheap, central in Quan Lạn village
Minh Vu Guesthouse
Fan room 200,000 đ, weekday high‑season
ANN Hotel
Two double beds with fan 300,000 đ; AC 450,000 đ
Villa Song Chau
Two‑person room 250,000 đ low‑season, 450,000 đ high‑season
Van Hai Resort
Beach villas 1,600,000–2,500,000 đ
Hung Lam Resort
Resort near Son Hau 600,000–1,600,000 đ
Binh Minh Guesthouse
High‑season weekend 400,000 đ
Hoy Huang Guesthouse
High‑season 500,000 đ
Minh Chau Resort
Weekday 1,500,000–1,900,000 đ
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₫200,000–300,000 (≈ US$8–12) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₫300,000–500,000 (≈ US$12–20) excl. bed
- High
- ₫500,000 (≈ US$20)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Fan room in guesthouse2 × 1 night × ₫300,000 | ₫600,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₫350,000 | ₫700,000 |
| Ferry Ha Long → Quan Lạn (one‑way)2 × ₫35,000 · check | ₫70,000 |
| Electric bus hop2 × ₫20,000 · check | ₫40,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₫141,000 |
| Trip total≈ ₫776,000 per person per day, bed included | ₫1,551,000≈ US$60 |
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Prices of common things
| Electric bus hop | 20,000 đ |
| Longer electric bus route (port → Son Hà) | 35,000 đ |
| Motorbike rental (day) | 150,000 đ |
| Meal at a guesthouse restaurant | 80,000–120,000 đ |
| Ferry Ha Long → Quan Lạn (round trip) | 35,000 đ per person (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No transport after sundown; plan trips before 18:00.No transport after sundown; plan trips before 6:00 PM.
- Electricity runs 10:00‑14:00 and 18:00‑23:00 only; AC may be unavailable.Electricity runs 10:00 AM‑2:00 PM and 6:00 PM‑11:00 PM only; AC may be unavailable.
- ATMs are absent; bring cash.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 113
- Fire
- 114
- Ambulance
- 115
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Emergency
- Police113
- Fire114
- Ambulance115
Embassy
US consulate in Hanoi; other embassies in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Ha Long City → Quan Lạn ferry: ≈ 35,000 đ per person, 2 h trip (check)
- Electric bus hop: 20,000 đ short, 35,000 đ longer route
Say or show
- Cái này bao nhiêu? — How much is this? (cái này bao nhiêu)
- Bãi biển ở đâu? — Where is the beach? (bãi biển ở đâu)
- Tôi cần xe taxi — I need a taxi (tôi cần xe taxi)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Quan Lạn. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (rainy season) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 9 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Quan Lạn
- secondaryWikivoyage: Quan Lạn, revision 5294916 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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