Hải Phòng·Vietnam
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Lan Ha Bay, next to Ha Long Bay, has thousands of limestone towers with undercut bases that hang over the sea. Local climbing outfitters run boat trips to overhanging walls, with far fewer people than the famous bay next door.
In season: Apr–Oct · Peak: May–Jun, Sep–Oct
Warm water, humid weather and boat days between towers, with sharp limestone and sea urchins to watch for. Storms can cancel trips.
Base in Cat Ba town and book a deep water soloing trip with a local climbing company. Bring water shoes, and start on the smaller walls.
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