After a harrowing bus drive that featured some very bumpy roads and several passes that could only be attempted on the roads of Vietnam, we got to a dock with probably 100 large, 3-4 story, ornate wooden boats all in varying stages of going to/from the huge limestone outcroppings that make up the ~1100 islands in Halong Bay.
The islands somewhat resembled a combination of Rio de Janeiro and Yosemite with massive cliffs covered in greenery. After a few hours on the water, we explored a large cave with cool stalactites & stalagmites, all lit up (pictures to come when we get home).
Lounging on the boat entailed great food, drinks on the rooftop deck while we watched the sunset, and some people going kayaking. We learned some fun new card games from our Australian friends.
The scenery was amazing, and the accomodations were quite comfortable - definitely much better than expected after the night train a few nights earlier.
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