Cat Co 1 2 3 Beach is a favorite destination that any tourist coming to Cat Ba cannot miss. These beaches are only a few hundred meters from the center. Cat Ba beach captivates tourists with its cool blue water, bright golden sunshine, sparkling white sand beaches stretching endlessly… Cat Co, the name sounds so dear to Vietnamese people. A very gentle bird, for Cat Ba, it has another meaning. According to legend, long ago, in the early days of the universe, when heaven and earth were still close together, fairies in heaven often transformed into storks to enjoy the earthly scenery. With fine white sand, clear blue sea water and waves lapping the mountainside, this is truly a fairyland.
From Cat Ba town center, you can walk or rent a motorbike taxi or electric car to near Cat Co 1, Cat Co 2 and Cat Co 3 beaches, which are not too big but private, with clear water. , warm sea water. The beaches are connected by a small road along the mountainside.
Cat Co 1 beach is the largest and most beautiful, located around the mountain, with waves crashing all year round, fresh air and clear blue water, a place where many tourists come to rest and swim. Cat Co 2 beach is peaceful and a bit mysterious. Cat Co 3 beach has quite modern colors. On the shore, in addition to the entertainment area, is a group of motels built in the style of small villas suitable for all families. Although the beach is not as attractive as Cat Co 1 and 2 beaches, this is a place with many waves and is quite deep, suitable for good swimmers. After swimming, relaxing on the sand to drink water or enjoy seafood specialties, visitors will fully feel the beauty of the sea, especially at sunset.
Here, after 6:30 p.m., there will be no one left on the beach to ensure safety because the tide rises very quickly. In addition, visitors can bathe at Tung Thu beach, small beaches in Lan Ha Bay , or Cat Dua beach at Monkey Island.
If the south has the pearl island of Phu Quoc, then Cat Ba is also considered the pearl island of northern Vietnam. The wildness of the mountains and forests, the pristine beauty of nature and the sea create a magical attraction for domestic and foreign tourists.