Ga Choi Island

Rising from the waters of Hạ Long Bay, Ga Choi Island is one of the destination’s most recognizable natural landmarks, admired less for its size than for the shape that made it famous. Often called the Fighting Cocks Islet or Trong Mai Islet, it consists of two limestone rocks facing one another, their forms resembling a rooster and a hen poised above the sea. This unusual silhouette has turned the islet into one of the enduring symbols of Hạ Long Bay. 

What makes Ga Choi especially memorable is the way it captures the character of the bay itself. The formation rises from the emerald water within the wider limestone seascape of Hạ Long, where countless karsts and islets create one of Vietnam’s most iconic natural settings. Rather than offering a site to explore on foot, Ga Choi is experienced as part of the journey through the bay, a scenic landmark that stands out through shape, legend, and atmosphere. 

Ga Choi Island Highlights

• See Ga Choi Island in Hạ Long Bay for one of Vietnam’s most iconic limestone formations.
• Spot the famous “fighting cocks” rock shape rising above the emerald waters of the bay. 
• Add Ga Choi Island to your Vietnam itinerary for scenic cruising, photography, and classic Hạ Long Bay views.