Pelican Cruise Halong Bay

25 August, 2019

"Relaxing overnight cruise"

We’re very happy with our choice of cruise company. The staff were so friendly and helpful and the boat itself was clean and spacious. The bed was comfy and the shower was great. The food was great (except for the steak) and there was so much of it. We visited the pearl farm and went kayaking. Tip top island and the secret cave had great views!

23 August, 2019

"Pretty scenery"

Would like to start by sharing that I am not much of a cruise guy, but was told this would be the best and only way to see Halong Bay. So part of my experience had nothing to do with Pelican, but rather being on a boat. In saying that, there’s definitely room for improvement on Pelican’s side.
… MoreWould like to start by sharing that I am not much of a cruise guy, but was told this would be the best and only way to see Halong Bay. So part of my experience had nothing to do with Pelican, but rather being on a boat. In saying that, there’s definitely room for improvement on Pelican’s side.

Fair warning, you will be forced to stop for 30mins at a pearl market on your way to the boat. It was nice to hit the bathroom but seemed like an excessive waste of time and tourist trap.

Even though we booked two beds, we had to get them to separate the large bed into two prior to getting on the boat. The check-in crew insisted on taking our luggage and we were told it would be delivered to our rooms. Unfortunately, one bag was displaced sitting by the entrance on the main floor, even though our room was on the 2nd floor and the other bag was left out simply sitting in the middle of the main dining room. For being so insistent, they missed this one.

Overall, the food wasn’t very good. It tended to be on the heavy side and overly salted and the coffee was beyond terrible.
Activities were pretty basic, such visiting another floating pearl market, kayaking around an inlet, night squid fishing where there’s not much room to move around and nothing really happens.
I am 5’11 and found the bed to be extremely uncomfortable. The shower ONLY had cold water, which was super frustrating.

The scenery is truly remarkable and like nowhere I’ve been, so it’s worth going to see that. Thought two-nights might be a bit much.

After getting off the boat, we were very ready to get on with our day. Sadly, for no reason, my travel buddy and I had to wait 45mins for our shuttle back to Hanoi and were never told why? This was annoying since we saw everyone else on the boat get their shuttles within 10mins or so or disembarking. Less

19 August, 2019

"Fabulous experience"

Very nice cruise along the Ha Long Bay! Good services, nice staff and wonderful room! This experience was magic and unforgettable

17 August, 2019

"Pelican cruise is good"

We were all enjoy on this trip. Staff are very kind. The foods are yummy. I'd like to share with my friends.

10 August, 2019

"2night Azalea cruise"

We were so glad that we booked two nights on this fantastic boat. The itinerary was packed with opportunities to kayak, cave, bike, swim, squid fish, and do tai chi. When we weren't busy exploring the archipelago, we were eating fantastic food on the boat. The accommodations were wonderful (we recommend… MoreWe were so glad that we booked two nights on this fantastic boat. The itinerary was packed with opportunities to kayak, cave, bike, swim, squid fish, and do tai chi. When we weren't busy exploring the archipelago, we were eating fantastic food on the boat. The accommodations were wonderful (we recommend the suite, as this upgrade has a private terrace). The only downside to this experience is the large amount of garbage floating throughout this environmental reserve. Azalea's service went above and beyond our expectations! The food servers (especially LK and Elle) and the boat manager (Jayce) were entertaining and informative. Less

10 August, 2019

"Very interesting cruise"

My travel agent had booked this overnight cruise with Pelican, and since we belong to a state where house boat tourism is very common, we didnt find it fancy enough, when we saw the cruise vessel.. It is definitely bigger than what we have here in Kerala, and only after we boarded, did we understand… MoreMy travel agent had booked this overnight cruise with Pelican, and since we belong to a state where house boat tourism is very common, we didnt find it fancy enough, when we saw the cruise vessel.. It is definitely bigger than what we have here in Kerala, and only after we boarded, did we understand the facilities the vessel carried. There were about 20 rooms, decently furnished, and it was a dream cruise along Halong Bay, known for the exotic locations. The service was excellent, the food was tasty, and the whole trip was worth the money paid for ! Recommended ! Less

21 June, 2019

"Pelican cruise"

Experience of the cruise is amazing, staff are very nice and the foods are very good. Hien is quite helpful. I book around 140usd per person and highly recommended for budget cruise.