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Ba Vi National Park

Ba Vi National Park, about 60 kilometers west of Hanoi's city center, is a great getaway that allows people to reconnect with nature.

The national park is always included in any Hanoi travel itinerary. With its spectacular landscape, cool climate, and biodiversity, this park is considered the “lung” of the capital city. It is a perfect place for those who want to immerse themselves in nature and leave all their stress and troubles behind.

Ba Vi National Park, about 60 kilometers west of Hanoi's city center, is a great getaway that allows people to reconnect with nature. Photo: VinWonders

This place is not only a popular tourist destination but also a rather ideal camping spot. It attracts visitors with various activities such as visiting the Old Church and exploring the Dragon Fruit Garden, among others. Tourists can stroll through the vast lush pine forest or camp and relax at Fairy Lake with their friends and families.

Especially, this area also offers comprehensive and convenient camping services, campfires, and BBQ parties.

The park also has many historical and cultural sites to explore, such as Thuong Temple, Trung Temple, Ha Temple, Uncle Ho’s Temple, and Bao Thien Tower. Therefore, visitors should bring along a Ba Vi National Park map to have a complete exploration experience.

Soc Son

Set on the outskirts of Hanoi, Soc Son boasts a diverse landscape ranging from hills and mountains to plains, rivers, and lakes. The large forested area provides plenty of fresh air, making it the perfect place for a short getaway.

Set on the outskirts of Hanoi, Soc Son boasts a diverse landscape ranging from hills and mountains to plains, rivers, and lakes. Photo: VinWonders

It takes travelers less than an hour to reach the district from Hanoi. This may be a suggestion for holidaymakers who are put off by long distances.

The district is only about 45 minutes by car from Hanoi center. Thanks to the beautiful natural scenery, this place is fondly called by many tourists a “miniature Da Lat in the heart of Hanoi”, with beautiful camping spots such as Ham Lon Mountain, Dong Quan Lake, Dong Do Lake, Chom Nui Lake, and Rom Village.

Soc Son is a place where tourists can travel during the day, very suitable for young people who want to escape the city on the weekend.

Quan Son Lake

Another option for travelers is Quan Son Lake. With its incredibly charming scenery of mountains, lakes, and lush pine forests, this place is as beautiful as a watercolor painting, a rare sight in Hanoi. The vast empty land around the main lake area is ideal for camping or organizing barbecue parties right by the lake.

With its incredibly charming scenery of mountains, lakes, and lush pine forests, this place is as beautiful as a watercolor painting, a rare sight in Hanoi. Photo: Traveloka

This “Halong Bay on land” in Hanoi offers various recreational services such as fishing, kayaking, cycling, boat rides, photo opportunities with sunflowers, or simply enjoying the extremely comfortable and relaxing atmosphere.

Spanning around 850ha in the territory of five communes of My Duc, the beautiful scenery is the combination of the sky, water, and towering limestone mountains, somewhat similar to that of UNESCO World Heritage Site Ha Long Bay, in the northern province of Quang Ninh.

There are unique islands in the lake with strange names, named after their shapes, such as Su Tu (“Lion”) Island, Voi Phuc (“Kneeling Elephant”) Mountain, and Hoa Qua Son (“Fruit”) Mountain, one of the biggest mountains around the lake.

Da Bac

Da Bac is a highland district in Hoa Binh, about 80km from Hanoi center. It is located in the development space of Hoa Binh Lake National Tourist Area - an eco-tourism resort that helps visitors find peace with nature.

Summer is the best season to visit Da Bac to avoid the heat and enjoy swimming and boating. Photo: Gody,vn

Visitors can experience exciting activities such as SUP (stand-up paddle board), kayaking, and swimming. They can also immerse themselves in the natural scenery and take beautiful photos. Some suggested resort locations for tourists are Xoan Retreat or Da Bac Ecolodge.

Summer is the best season to visit Da Bac to avoid the heat and enjoy swimming and boating.

Da Bac has an average elevation of roughly 500m, which is not particularly high, yet the climate is nevertheless relatively cool due to its proximity to the Hoa Binh lake bed area. This location is ideal for cooling off on hot days in the north.

Mount Ham Lon

Mount Ham Lon, with its peak at 462m above sea level, is part of the Solo Range, often dubbed as the “roof of the capital.” It has always been one of the most beloved camping spots near Hanoi. The scenery here is incredibly close to pristine nature, with a 40km adventurous route ideal for backpackers. Visitors can camp at the mountain peak or at Lake Nui Bau, admiring the fascinating hills of sim flowers. There is also an eco-tourism area called Ban Rom, about 4km away, offering unique experiences.

Mount Ham Lon, with its peak at 462m above sea level, is part of the Solo Range, often dubbed as the “roof of the capital.” Photo: MIA

Note that tourism development at the summit of Mount Ham Lon is still limited, so tourists will need to bring all necessary equipment for their trip. Moreover, the journey to the summit is quite challenging, so they should carefully consider it when choosing this camping location. At the mountain peak, temperatures drop significantly at night, so be sure to bring warm clothes and a thin blanket to avoid catching a cold.

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