Visiting Soi Sim Island in Ha Long Bay - the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Halong Bay appeals to world-wide tourists by its picturesque natural scenery. Let’s explore numerous amazing experiences on Halong Bay with us.

SOI SIM ISLAND (Halong Bay)
All You Need to Know BEFORE You Visit Soi Sim Island in Halong Bay

1. About Soi Sim Island

Soi Sim Island is a small soil island in the southwest of Halong Bay. It's about 12 kilometers far from Bai Chay tourist wharf and about 700 meters from Ti Top Island. Explaining for the name “Soi Sim”, the locals said that in the past, the major plant on the island was Rhodomyrtus tomentosa (called “sim” in Vietnamese). Therefore, the island was named after that plant, “Soi Sim”.

Soi Sim Island has an area of 8.7 ha. On the island, there are two 200-meter hills covered by a green primeval forest. This primeval forest is home to many species of flora, especially endemic plants. This is the result of thousands of years isolated from the mainland.


Coming to Soi Sim Island, tourists will be impressed by peaceful ambiance and natural beauty of green primeval forest and blue sea. There are two charming beaches on the island with white sand and clear seawater. These are the preferred beaches of tourists on the holiday on Halong Bay. Moreover, from the top of the hills on Soi Sim Island, tourists will have great views to the spectacular scenery of Halong bay. Soi Sim Island will become an attractive holiday resort right in the center of Halong Bay, the World Natural Heritage.

Address: Soi Sim Island, Halong Bay, Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam, Asia
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2. Best Time To Visit Soi Sim Island?

Soi Sim Island - Halong Bay attracts visitors year-round with peak season from October to April. November's sunny blue-sky days and lack of crowds make it the best time to make a beeline here. However, January to March is often cool and drizzly, and the ensuing fog can make visibility low, but adds bags of eerie atmosphere. From May to September tropical storms are frequent, and year-round tourist boats sometimes need to alter their itineraries, depending on the weather.



3. Things to do in Soi Sim Island

If you book a cruise on Halong Bay, HalongBayCruise.vn strongly recommend that you take at least two days to visit Halong Bay. Staying overnight on a boat is the best thing in my opinion as Halong Bay comes to it's right at dusk and dawn, more than during mid day. Visitors love exploring this beautiful part of Soi Sim Island on either one of the popular cruise boat tours or via a sea kayak expedition. A lot of tourists and even locals around the Halong city come here to relax, it has its unforgettable atmosphere and Best spot to take photos in Ha Long Bay.



4. How to get to Soi Sim Island?

When traveling from Hanoi to Soi Sim Island - Ha Long Bay there are a few options you can choose from. The big majority of travelers get to Halong from Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. You can get from Hanoi to Halong Bay by the 4 main transports, which includes motorbike, coach, shuttle bus, private car and helicopter. The traveling time from the Hanoi to Halong only 2.5 hours by car. Each method has its own advantages and disadvantages. Don’t worry though, this article will explain everything you need to know about how to get to Soi Sim Island - Halong Bay safely.



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