Explore 8 unique Trekking locations in Vietnam recommended by Lonely Planet

The world's leading travel website, Lonely Planet, has suggested 8 interesting trekking routes for tourists who love traveling experiences in Vietnam.

When not interested in crowded cities, visitors can explore national parks and mountain peaks through trekking. According to Lonely Planet's assessment, these trips require challenges, erratic weather and difficult terrain... but are truly worth experiencing, not only for international tourists but also for tourists. domestic.

1. Sa Pa (Lao Cai)

This trekking route is suitable for beginners. Tourists should spend 1-2 days walking on the hillsides in Sa Pa and visiting ethnic villages. If you go with local people, they will bring useful information about the local people and culture through community activities. Famous places that tourists will pass include Sin Chai, Cat Cat, Ban Ho, Y Linh Ho...

2. Bac Ha (Lao Cai)

This is a trekking route on low hills and mountains, where visitors have the opportunity to experience the lives of ethnic groups such as H'mong, Dao, Giay, Nung, Tay, Thai... An experience not to be missed is the Overnight experience at a homestay. Bac Ha has a Sunday market, and nearby is a Saturday market in Can Cau. In addition, there are also markets in Coc Ly, Lung Phin and Sin Cheng villages. To start your journey, walk 6 km through Thai Giang Pho H'mong village to Tay village in Na Lo... If you want more of a challenge, try the 10 km route through rice fields, cinnamon forests and other hill..."

3. Climb Fansipan peak (Lao Cai)

"If you are a lover of adventure sports, Fansipan is no longer strange to you. This is a challenging route to conquer, requiring health and regular exercise. The mountain peak is known as "roof of Indochina" and can be climbed most easily from Tram Ton in the North. To complete this trekking trip, visitors will need 2-3 days and must be accompanied by a local person.

4. Ba Be National Park (Bac Kan)

If you don't like crowds, go trekking at Ba Be National Park. This route has average difficulty, taking you deeply into the culture and lifestyle of the mountainous region. Limestone peaks in the valley, lakes, old forests and animals... create a peaceful experience. This is also the residential area of ​​the Tay, Dao and H'mong people.

5. Cat Ba National Park (Hai Phong)

Cat Ba is a convergence of mountains, sea, forests and wild animals. If you just want a relaxing trip, you can choose the 3 km trekking route. However, if you want to face more challenges, try the 10 km trekking through the forest from the national park gate to Viet Hai fishing village. Fall and winter are ideal times for this trip because the weather is dry. The trekking trip only takes one day, but if possible, stay in the fishing village overnight to further experience local life.

6. Cat Tien National Park (Dong Nai)"

"Cat Tien National Park is a tropical rainforest region with rich biodiversity. One of the most popular tours here is a half-day trekking tour through the forest, however, allow more time to explore more about this land. In Cat Tien, visitors will encounter many unique tree species. Bau Sau is the most famous tourist destination in Cat Tien forest, where visitors can experience witnessing live crocodiles firsthand. Cat Tien is also a suitable trip for children, because they can explore and learn many things from nature.

7. Mai Chau Delta (Hoa Binh)

Visit Mai Chau during rice season, from May to October. There are many popular places to stroll in the villages of the White Thai people, famous for their silk weaving. You can try the 18km trek from Ban Lac to Xa Linh, this route is not too difficult, but requires patience. Local people will share knowledge about life here. When returning to town, visitors can choose other means of transport so as not to affect their health.

8. Cao Bang

Cao Bang is a beautiful destination in the Northeast region, where you can explore the local ethnic community. For those who enjoy hiking, the hill villages of the Tay, Nung, H'mong, Dao and Lolo people are the main destinations, with markets taking place in different villages on different days during the year. Lunar month. Don't miss the trekking around Ban Gioc waterfall and visiting Nguom Ngao cave to enjoy the wonderful scenery."