Trekking in Cao Bang
With its incredible beauty, Cao Bang is an ideal destination for a multi-day trek off the beaten track.
Cao Bang is located in the northeastern part of Vietnam, about 300 km from Hanoi. Trekking in Cao Bang is the best way to discover this province as well as the northeast region of Vietnam. The terrain of the area is a bit complicated due to the presence of many mountains, hills, rivers and waterfalls… With its majestic landscape and unique geology, Cao Bang is recognized as a global geopark by UNESCO. It offers landscapes of exceptional beauty and rarity.
With rugged terrain, Cao Bang offers several options for trekking on remote trails. It will provide adventure and nature lovers with enjoyable and unique discoveries. The trek in Cao Bang is often sporty and can last several days, even a week to 10 days.
During your trek in Cao Bang, you can explore pristine forests and mountains with mysterious caves, impressive waterfalls, which can only be found in Cao Bang. You can trek for several days and spend nights with locals and discover the way of life of Tay, Nung and Dao minorities. You will be impressed by the wild beauty of nature and the breathtaking scenery of Cao Bang.
Where to go trekking in Cao Bang ?
Bao Lac
Bao Lac district is located in the extreme north of Cao Bang province. It is known for its ethnic market and the traditions of the Black Lolo, the dominant ethnic group living in the mountain range. Bao Lac also offers many trekking trails to reach the ethnic villages of the Black Lolo. This moderate level walk will take you through beautiful rice terraces, steep valleys and small minority hamlets.
Trung Khanh
Located about 60 km from Cao Bang city, Trung Khanh is famous for Ban Gioc waterfall, the most beautiful waterfall in Southeast Asia. Trung Khanh has many places worth trekking such as Ban Viet lake, Cao Vit nature reserve, Nguom Ngao cave, Thoong Cot and Thoong Tac waterfalls (Bac Vong river) and Khuoi Ky stone house village.
Quang Uyen
The trek to Quang Uyen allows you to cross villages of traditional trades of the Nung ethnic group such as the village of Phuc Sen forges, the village of Phia Thap incense sticks, the village of Lan Duoi baskets. You can admire the rice terraces, meet ethnic minorities and discover their daily life and their culture.
Ta Lung
A wonderful trek of several days along the Chinese border on mountain trails leading to Thai, Nung and Dao villages, ethnic groups with strong Chinese influences. Everything is there, the beauty of the nature, the sympathy of the people and the culinary flavors of the meals taken at the inhabitant’s.
Thang Hen Lake
Thang Hen Lake is perched on top of a mountain in Quoc Toan commune, Tra Linh district. Surrounded by mountains, this serene lake is at its best during the rainy season. Walking in the nearby mountains, you will meet local people, shepherds or farmers.
Phieng Muong
Phieng Muong Hill is located in Quang Lam commune, Bao Lam district, 160 km from downtown Cao Bang. Arriving at the top of the hill, you have in front of your eyes the green bowl of wild nature of the vast grassy hill.
When to go trekking in Cao Bang ?
The best time to trek in Cao Bang is from October to April. It is the dry season and the temperature is cool.
October and November are known for the splendid season of wild flowers on the trails of Cao Bang.
If you are not afraid of the cold, a winter trip (December to January) Cao Bang may be perfect for you. During this time, the rain has almost stopped therefore, the trek becomes easier.
Spring from March to April is the ideal time to visit Cao Bang. You can explore the nature, meadows and forests dotted with the bright greens of spring without getting too hot.
If you can only come in the summer, we highly recommend you to take easy and short treks by car. It is the rainy season, Ban Gioc waterfall has the most water, so it is more spectacular than the rest of the year.
If you love nature and adventure, come to Cao Bang to enjoy the pleasant atmosphere of these mountain forests. There are so many things to discover and we promise you that trekking in Cao Bang will be an exciting trip! Vietnam Evasion is always ready to help you plan your adventure trip in Vietnam.
