Nam Cat Island (Đảo Nam Cát)
Nam Cat is a pristine islet located about 5 km southeast of Cat Ba Town. Featuring a lovely 500-meter sandy beach framed by jungle-clad karsts, it has long been a favourite haven for travellers looking to escape the town and sleep right on a private beach.
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Home to traditional wooden beach bungalows, tranquil waters, and direct access to some of the bay's best kayaking routes.
Staying on a private karst island
Sleeping on Nam Cat Island gives you an immersive bay experience without paying luxury cruise prices. When the last day tour boats sail away in the afternoon, the entire island becomes quiet.
Guests can pick up a kayak right from the sand and paddle into nearby lagoons at sunrise, relax on sun loungers, and enjoy evening barbecues under the stars.
Where it is
Questions people ask
How do you get to Nam Cat Island?
Resorts on Nam Cat operate private boat shuttles from Ben Beo pier for their staying guests. Day visitors can stop here as part of a chartered boat tour.