10 Places for Trekking and Hiking In Vietnam for Adventure Junkies
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Loading... - Sofia Chew
- 01 Nov 2022
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Vietnam is known for its rich culture, mouthwatering food and breathtaking scenery. One thing that the country is underrated for is its beautiful trekking and hiking places in Vietnam. However, the trek and hike connoisseurs will tell you that Vietnam is all but a perfect place for a little trekking. Northern Vietnam offers a plethora of hikes through towering mountains while the rest of the country provides you trails through the dense jungle foliage. From lofty mountains meant for professional trekkers to small hills that can be conquered by amateurs, Vietnam has it all.
Some of the best places for hiking in Vietnam are listed below.
1. Sapa
Sapa is considered the best place for trekking in Vietnam for two reasons. Firstly, it is home to Mt. Fansipan, the most beautiful peak in Vietnam and the Indo-china Peninsula. Secondly, Sapa has so many mountain trails that interconnect and overlap with each other that it gives you the opportunity to create a path of your own, based on your experience level. Trekking through Sapa is a beautiful experience. The mountainous scenery coupled with the lifestyle of the local indigenous communities makes for some great stories. Sapa has three major trekking routes; the easy route is a two-day trek that takes you through Muong Hoa Valley and Giang Ta Chai. The medium route includes the Cat Ca village and a longer route to Muong Hoa Valley. One of the hardest Hikes in Vietnam is scaling the mountain Fansipan and is advised only for trekkers with experience.
Best Time: March to May and September to November
Duration: 2 - 4 days
Difficulty Level: Easy, Medium, Hard
2. Cuc Phuong National Park
Located a few kilometres south of Hanoi, Cuc Phuong National Park is the oldest National Park in Vietnam. The primaeval forest is home to a large variety of flora and is an ideal place for trekking in Vietnam. Scattered with a large number of trekking and hiking trails through the lush foliage of the Vietnamese tropical forests; the karst mountain climbs add to the thrill. There are some day hikes available in the park, both self-guided or with a skilled local guide.
Best Time: December to April
Duration: 1 day
Difficulty Level: Easy
