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Ba Be National Park

Ba Be & Around, Small Group Tours, Tours

2 Days – 1 Night | Daily departures

  • Jungle trek inside Ba Be National Park and walk through river
  • Kayaking to explore the diverse and beautiful landscapes of Ba Be
  • Visit some ethnic village of H’Mong, Tay, Dao
  • Boat trip on Ba Be lake & Nang river
  • Visit An Ma Temple

Centered on a sprawling lake framed by limestone karsts and dense tropical jungle, Ba Be National Park offers a truly immersive escape. Over two days you’ll drift along Ba Be Lake, stay with an ethnic‑minority family, enjoy a peaceful river ride, explore hidden caves, and watch the scenery shift from rice paddies to forested valleys and towering mountains.

Your tour in detail

7:30 – 8:00: Our tour guide will pick you up by car at your hotel in Hanoi to start our adventure pack by driving in the direction of Ba Be National Park for about 5 hours. Have lunch on the way to the park. Arrival at the Boc Lom pier, you will learn how to paddle a kayak on rivers, and take dry bags, sports equipment and life jackets… From here, you will continue to travel down the Nang River to explore the huge Puong cave by boat and kayaking. Then, pass through some steep terrain with many cat ears cliffs and visit the unmissable spots on Ba Be Lake such as Widow Island, Cam village. We can return to Ba Be Lake by motorboat. Swimming is available here. Getting to Ba Be Jungle Houses and enjoy your night with BBQ dinner.

Highlights and activities: Nang River, Puong Cave, Widow Island, Cam village, boat trip and kayaking, a 3-5 km walk.
Accommodation:  Ba Be Jungle Houses
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

7:30 – Breakfast at our homestay. Begin a beautiful journey in Ba Be National Park from Bo Lu village. A guided conversation on local wildlife and flowers will expand your awareness of the unique Ba Be ecosystem as you walk through the beautiful jungle. Reach Tham Khit pathways to an ancient cave wandering around the lake to the panoramic views of the ranger station’s animal observation huts. Continue your hike for another 2 kilometers to An Ma temple, a sacred Tay temple dedicated to mountain gods, lake gods, and feudal generals. Have lunch and enjoy your time in Ba Be National Park. Return to Hanoi. Tour ends.

Highlights and activities: Ba Be Jungle, Ethnic Village, An Ma Temple, and 5-7 km hike

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast at homestay. Lunch in local restaurant

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Good to know

  • A/C transfer, Round-trip transportation from selected hotels
  • Accommodation at Tay’s houses in Ba Be National Park
  • Experienced English speaking guide.
  • Kayak & boat tour on Ba Be lake
  • Hiking tour in Ba Be National Park
  • Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner)
  • Bottled water
  • All sightseeing tickets.
  • No extra charge after confirmation
  • 24/7 hotline support guaranteed
  • Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking.
  • It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat…1 long pants (easy to dry) and 1 long sleeve shirt to wear during the trip (quick dry)
  • Tour code: OPT03E
  • Departure dates: Daily
  • Duration: 2 days
  • Small group tour: 12 pax
  • Pick up: 07:00 AM at Hanoi
  • Drop off: 05:30 PM at Hanoi
  • Price USD:  $149 per person
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Ba Be Nature Escape

Ba Be & Around, Small Group Tours, Tours

3 Days – 2 Nights | Daily departures

  • Jungle trek inside Ba Be National Park and walk through river
  • Kayaking to explore the diverse and beautiful landscapes of Ba Be
  • Visit some ethnic village of H’Mong, Tay, Dao
  • Boat trip on Ba Be lake & Nang river
  • Expedition junge water river cave – 3km

The tranquil lakes, soaring karsts and jungle‑veined river caves of Ba Be feel worlds apart from city bustle. Kayaking and trekking let you glide and wander close to the park’s serene scenery and abundant wildlife. After a rewarding day on the trails, unwind, refuel and soak up local culture by staying in traditional homestays with welcoming families.

Your tour in detail

Our tour guide will pick you up by car at your hotel in Hanoi old quarter or Mr Linh’s Adventures office around 7:30 to 8:00 AM, transferring you to  Lang Son, a scenic  3-hour drive toward the Chinese border.

Upon arrival, we will visit Mạc Citadel, a 16th-century fortress built by the Mạc Dynasty as a defensive outpost against the Lê-Trịnh forces. Although partially in ruins today, the citadel stands as a testament to Vietnam’s turbulent feudal history. You will have time to explore its stone walls, learn about its strategic military role, and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding region.

After a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Đồng Đăng, we continue to Đông Khê, an important historical site where the Battle of Đông Khê (1950) took place during the First Indochina War. This battle marked a significant victory for the Viet Minh against French colonial forces, setting the stage for further independence struggles. As you explore the site, you will gain deeper insights into Vietnam’s revolutionary history.

In the evening, we will travel to a traditional Nùng ethnic homestay, where you will enjoy a home-cooked dinner and a restful overnight stay, immersing yourself in the local culture and way of life.

Highlights and activities: Chi Lang pass, Quy Mon Quan gate, Dong Khe battle site, ethnic villages, and a 3 – 5km light walk

After enjoying breakfast at the homestay, you will depart for Trung Khanh which lies right on the border with China. Here you will have another chance to meet and interact with  the local Nung people living in the village of Phuoc Sen, a mountainous village famous for its traditional blacksmithing. The farming tools made here are an integral part of the lifestyle which is evident in the surrounding rice paddies and fields.

Nestled amongst these amazing landscapes is the breathtaking  Ban Gioc Waterfall  which spans over 300 meters, split half and half between Vietnam and China. You’ll get some time here to simply take in the amazing atmosphere surrounding the falls, which presents an excellent opportunity for some fantastic photography.

Once you’ve finished at the falls, it’s time to head over to Nguom Ngao Cave, for a very different, but no less impressive natural wonder. The cave stretches for 2,144 meters underground and is brimming with incredible stalactites and stalagmites.

You will then return to Cao Bang town and head down the “snake pass” to Ba Be Lake, where you will  stay overnight in a homestay constructed in traditional Tay fashion and owned and operated by a local Tay family. Here you can relax and unwind from the day and enjoy a delicious and authentic home cooked meal.

Highlights and activities :  Ban Gioc waterfall, Nguom Ngao cave, Ba Be National Park, ethnic villages

After breakfast, you will board a boat to cross the lake to the north shore. From here you will start a hike in the rainforest of the central area of the Ba Be National Park. Along the shores of the lake, you will reach a prehistoric cave dating back 500 million years, hidden in an ancient forest composed of rare and hard wood trees, as strong as steel.
A little further, a fire station allows to observe the birds.

Resume your hiking to reach the An Ma temple (a sacred temple of the Tay people venerating the snake god and military general of the Mac dynasty).

It is now time to choose how to spend your time on the boat: relax and admire the landscape or take a dip in the fresh waters of the lake? Anyway, enjoy the scenery with its beautiful karst formations lined with jungle.

Note: visitors who do not wish to participate in the walk can ask to stay on the boat to join Widow Island or do some shopping

Return to Ba Be Jungle Houses restaurant for lunch before ending the tour, you will be taken about 230 km back to Hanoi and stop at a tea plantation located among rolling hills. When we arrived in Hanoi, it was time to say goodbye, creating lifelong memories and bonds.

Highlights and activities: Ba Be Jungle, An Ma Temple, 5 -7 km trekking, Tay ethnic villages

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Good to know

  • Professional vehicle transportations and commercial vehicle insurance.
  • Professional driver.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle, Round-trip transportation from ed hotels.
  • Accommodation at Nung’s homestay in Cao Bang, at Tay’s houses in Ba Be national park.
  • Experienced English-speaking guide.
  • Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner).
  • Bottled water.
  • All sightseeing tickets and travel permits on frontier.
  • Kayak & boat tour on Ba Be lake.
  • Hiking tour in Ba Be national park.
  • Bamboo raft tour on Ban Gioc waterfall.
  • Nguom Ngao Cave walking tour.
  • All Taxes and Fees.
  • No extra charge after confirmation.
  • 24/7 hotline support guaranteed.
  • Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking.
  • It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat…1 long pants (easy to dry) and 1 long sleeve shirt to wear during the trip (quick dry)
  • Tour code: OPT02E
  • Departure dates: Join tour on Tuesday and Fridays, private tour on request.
  • Destination: Lang Son, Cao Bang, Ba Be NP.
  • Duration: 3 days
  • Type: Group tour
  • Price USD: $249 per person
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Ban Gioc Waterfalls – Ba Be Lake

Ba Be & Around, Small Group Tours, Tours

3 Days – 2 Nights | Set Departure on Tuesday & Friday

Tour itinerary

Day 1 : Hanoi – Lang Son – Quang Uyen

Day 2 : Ban Gioc Waterfall – Ba Be National Park

Day 3 : Ba Be National Park – Hanoi

This three‑day Ban Gioc Waterfalls – Ba Be Lake itinerary carries you from the expansive lakes and limestone karsts of Ba Be National Park to the dramatic, untamed scenery of Cao Bằng, where the spectacular Ban Gioc waterfall awaits. Journey through remote corners of northern Vietnam, skirting the Chinese border, and stay with local families to immerse yourself in the distinctive cultures and customs of rural Vietnam.

Your tour in detail

Our tour guide will pick you up by car at your hotel in Hanoi old quarter or Mr Linh’s Adventures office around 7:30 to 8:00 AM, transferring you to  Lang Son, a scenic  3-hour drive toward the Chinese border.

Upon arrival, we will visit Mạc Citadel, a 16th-century fortress built by the Mạc Dynasty as a defensive outpost against the Lê-Trịnh forces. Although partially in ruins today, the citadel stands as a testament to Vietnam’s turbulent feudal history. You will have time to explore its stone walls, learn about its strategic military role, and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding region.

After a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Đồng Đăng, we continue to Đông Khê, an important historical site where the Battle of Đông Khê (1950) took place during the First Indochina War. This battle marked a significant victory for the Viet Minh against French colonial forces, setting the stage for further independence struggles. As you explore the site, you will gain deeper insights into Vietnam’s revolutionary history.

In the evening, we will travel to a traditional Nùng ethnic homestay, where you will enjoy a home-cooked dinner and a restful overnight stay, immersing yourself in the local culture and way of life.

Highlights and activities: Chi Lang pass, Quy Mon Quan gate, Dong Khe battle site, ethnic villages, and a 3 – 5km light walk

After enjoying breakfast at the homestay, you will depart for Trung Khanh which lies right on the border with China. Here you will have another chance to meet and interact with  the local Nung people living in the village of Phuoc Sen, a mountainous village famous for its traditional blacksmithing. The farming tools made here are an integral part of the lifestyle which is evident in the surrounding rice paddies and fields.

Nestled amongst these amazing landscapes is the breathtaking  Ban Gioc Waterfall  which spans over 300 meters, split half and half between Vietnam and China. You’ll get some time here to simply take in the amazing atmosphere surrounding the falls, which presents an excellent opportunity for some fantastic photography.

Once you’ve finished at the falls, it’s time to head over to Nguom Ngao Cave, for a very different, but no less impressive natural wonder. The cave stretches for 2,144 meters underground and is brimming with incredible stalactites and stalagmites.

You will then return to Cao Bang town and head down the “snake pass” to Ba Be Lake, where you will  stay overnight in a homestay constructed in traditional Tay fashion and owned and operated by a local Tay family. Here you can relax and unwind from the day and enjoy a delicious and authentic home cooked meal.

Highlights and activities :  Ban Gioc waterfall, Nguom Ngao cave, Ba Be National Park, ethnic villages

After breakfast, you will board a boat to cross the lake to the north shore. From here you will start a hike in the rainforest of the central area of the Ba Be National Park. Along the shores of the lake, you will reach a prehistoric cave dating back 500 million years, hidden in an ancient forest composed of rare and hard wood trees, as strong as steel.
A little further, a fire station allows to observe the birds.

Resume your hiking to reach the An Ma temple (a sacred temple of the Tay people venerating the snake god and military general of the Mac dynasty).

It is now time to choose how to spend your time on the boat: relax and admire the landscape or take a dip in the fresh waters of the lake? Anyway, enjoy the scenery with its beautiful karst formations lined with jungle.

Note: visitors who do not wish to participate in the walk can ask to stay on the boat to join Widow Island or do some shopping

Return to Ba Be Jungle Houses restaurant for lunch before ending the tour, you will be taken about 230 km back to Hanoi and stop at a tea plantation located among rolling hills. When we arrived in Hanoi, it was time to say goodbye, creating lifelong memories and bonds.

Highlights and activities: Ba Be Jungle, An Ma Temple, 5 -7 km trekking, Tay ethnic villages

Enquiry now

Good to know

  • Professional vehicle transportations and commercial vehicle insurance.
  • Professional driver.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle, Round-trip transportation from ed hotels.
  • Accommodation at Nung’s homestay in Cao Bang, at Tay’s houses in Ba Be national park.
  • Experienced English-speaking guide.
  • Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner).
  • Bottled water.
  • All sightseeing tickets and travel permits on frontier.
  • Kayak & boat tour on Ba Be lake.
  • Hiking tour in Ba Be national park.
  • Bamboo raft tour on Ban Gioc waterfall.
  • Nguom Ngao Cave walking tour.
  • All Taxes and Fees.
  • No extra charge after confirmation.
  • 24/7 hotline support guaranteed.
  • Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking.
  • It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat…1 long pants (easy to dry) and 1 long sleeve shirt to wear during the trip (quick dry)
  • Tour code: OPT02E
  • Departure dates: Join tour on Tuesday and Fridays, private tour on request.
  • Destination: Lang Son, Cao Bang, Ba Be NP.
  • Duration: 3 days
  • Type: Group tour
  • Price USD: $249 per person
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