Learn about one of the area's local industries with a visit to a Halong Bay pearl farm. Often included as a stop on Halong Bay itineraries or Bai Tu Long Bay tours (like near Vung Vieng village), these floating farms demonstrate the entire process of cultivating pearls, from seeding the oysters to harvesting and crafting the final pearl jewelry.
A guide at the pearl farm Halong Bay will typically explain the intricate techniques involved in pearl cultivation. You'll have the chance to see the oysters growing in nets underwater and browse the finished products in the showroom. While partly a commercial stop, it offers interesting insight into this unique form of aquaculture set amidst the bay's beauty.