Trekking & Hiking in Vietnam
Delve into the land soul in every step
Where to go for trekking and hiking in Vietnam?
From North to South, Vietnam boasts a treasure of natural landscapes that remain unspoiled beauty. Beyond the stunning scenery, a highlight of the Vietnam trekking route is the hill tribe villages of 54 ethnic groups. We believe you will find unforgettable experiences wherever you travel.
Let’s explore more about weather conditions and some attractions we highly recommend for trekking and hiking in Vietnam below ya!
Worried about the weather?
Best time for trekking & hiking in Vietnam
North Vietnam
October - December
Quite sunny. Cool in the daytime and cold at night. The weather will become much cooler in December.
January - March
Can be foggy, light rain and humid with low visibility on some days. Other days can be sunny and crisp with good visibility. The weather becomes warmer in March.
Center Vietnam
April - September (Hue & Hoi An)
Dry season, less rain, average temperature is about 25°C to 37°C. The air is a bit cooler and more comfortable in mountainous areas.
October-March (Central Highlands)
Dry season, less rain and cool weather with average temperature is about 19°C to 28°C
South Vietnam
November - March
Dry season, less rain, average temperature is about 23°C to 34°C. The air is a bit cooler and more comfortable in national parks.
*It’s noted that climate change makes it hard to predict the weather nowadays.
Trekking & hiking in Vietnam
Where to go & What to know
To make your choice easier, we’ve categorized treks into 2 main types: one is multi-day trekking, and another is combining trekking and other experiences.
Let’s explore details below and find your destiny! Contact us for more consultant and tailor-made trips as you desire.
*For detailed experiences, please find in each single tour.
**With ‘Village-stay’ experience, your accommodation is provided by a local family in their traditional houses.
Satisfy all avid trekkers
Multi-day full trekking
Hoang Su Phi
Distance/day
12-18 km
Trekking duration
3-5 days
Grading
Intermediate - Difficult
Stays
Dorm in village stay/Ecolodge
What to see?
Majestic mountains, untouched villages, cascade rice terraces, ancient tea hills, stream, waterfalls, bamboo forest, suspension bridge
Ethnic groups
Man Ta Pan, Tay, Dzao Ao Dai, Flowers H'mong
Sapa
Distance/day
12 - 17 km
Trekking duration
3-4 days
Grading
Intermediate - Difficult
Stays
Dorm in village stay/Hotel
What to see?
Rice terraces, local market, jungles, waterfall, river, bamboo forest, pineapple & tea plantations
Ethnic groups
H'Mong, Giay, Tay, Xa Pho
Pu Luong
Distance/day
10 km
Trekking duration
3-4 days
Grading
Intermediate
Stays
Dorm in village stay/Hotel
What to see?
Rice terraces, local market, jungles, waterfall, river, bamboo forest, pineapple & tea plantations
Ethnic groups
Black Thai, Muong
Nam Cat Tien National Park
Distance/day
5-14 km (Optional ride bike)
Trekking duration
2-3 days
Grading
Moderate difficulty
Stays
Hotel/Rustic bungalow
What to see?
World of fauna & flora, rare species, crocodile ramsan, rescue station, grasslands, slopes, nightlife of wild animals, ethnic villages
Ethnic groups
Chau Ma, S'Tieng, Tay
Suitable for itchy feet
Trekking & other activities
Ha Giang
Distance
6 km
Trip duration
3-5 days
Grading
Intermediate
Stays
Dorm in village stay/Hotel
What to see?
Majestic mountains, untouched villages, cascade rice terraces, Shan Tuyet ancient tea hills, stream, waterfalls, bamboo forest, suspension bridge
Ethnic groups
H'Mong, Nung, Man Ta Pan, Tay, Dzao Ao Dai
Cao Bang
Distance
6-10 km
Trip duration
3-4 days
Grading
Easy - Intermediate
Stays
Dorm in village stay/Hotel
What to see?
One of the most beautiful border waterfalls, lakes & rivers, God Eye Mountain, glassland, rice paddies, caves, rock houses, limestone formations
Ethnic groups
Rock Tay, Nung
Sapa
Distance
6-10 km
Trip duration
2-4 days
Grading
Easy - Intermediate
Stays
Dorm in village stay/Hotel
What to see?
Rice terraces, local market, jungles, waterfall, river, bamboo forest, pineapple & tea plantations
Ethnic groups
H'Mong, Giay, Tay, Xa Pho
Mu Cang Chai
Distance
6-15 km
Trip duration
3-6 days
Grading
Easy - Intermediate - Difficult
Stays
Dorm in village stay/Ecolodge
What to see?
Most worldwide beautiful rice terraces, jungles, hidden villages, stream, bamboo forest, hotspring
Ethnic groups
Black Thai & Flower H'Mong, Dzao
Thac Ba - Lam Thuong
Distance
6-10 km
Trip duration
3-4 days
Grading
Intermediate
Stays
Dorm in village stay
What to see?
Bamboo & palm forests, cascading waterfall, local medicinal plants, the largest artificial lake in Vietnam, islands & caves, fish farm, gemstone market
Ethnic groups
Tay, Dzao
Nam Cat Tien National Park
Distance
5 km (Optional ride bike)
Trip duration
2-3 days
Grading
Intermediate
Stays
Hotel/Rustic bungalow
What to see?
National Park, rare species, crocodile ramsan, bear & wide cat rescue station, nature museum, grasslands, rocky terrains, slopes, nightlife of wild animals, ethnic villages
Ethnic groups
Chau Ma, S'tieng, Tay
Mai Chau - Hang Kia
Distance
6 km
Trip duration
2-3 days
Grading
Easy
Stays
Dorm in village stay/Ecolodge
What to see?
Rice terraces & paddies, waterfall, hot springs, village trails, local market, bamboo wheels, cave, rocky planation
Ethnic groups
White Thai, Muong, Blue H'Mong
Buon Ma Thuot, Yok Don
Distance
2-3 km
Trip duration
1 day
Grading
Easy
Stays
Not included
What to see?
Masive waterfalls, lake, jungle, elephant, indigenous villages, coffee plantations, national park
Ethnic groups
M'Nong, Ede
CUSTOMER FEEDBACKS
Such an amazing trip. Even I already visited many places in Vietnam, I enjoyed this trip with DCT's team more than other. The service is excellent (rare) and the choice of the accommodation along with the trip full of surprise is fantastic. I immersed myself in an authentic and traditional Vietnam. I come back refreshed.
Jean Michel Huet
Traveler
Apart from walking in North Vietnam amazing landscapes and jungle, my two nights trip in Lam Thuong with DCT included wonderful stay at Miss Nay homestay, delicious sashimis at M.Viet's, an unforgettable colorfoul Pai Tay festival (greatest soccer game ever) and the funniest lunch time at Mrs Ngot. Thanks to Chi Lam and her team, I had a weekend full of laughter and care. Cảm ơn mọi người rất nhiều!
Maria Vietnam
Traveler
Sapa was on my list for a visit for a longer time although I was in Vietnam for a couple of times and always missed to go there. DCT proposed a tour starting in Hanoi and going to Sapa with a sleeping bus at daytime what took about 7hrs to get there. Sapa itself is quite a touristic place but used as a starting point for tours it's a good option. DCT booked me a fine hotel and from there I was lucky to get very well organized daily private tours in cars and with local guides to remote villages and markets I could not imagine that they still exist. Vivid places with people from ethnic minorities in their local dresses, colorful and truly amazing. Rice terraces, teaplantations, workshops, homestays with "family connection", caves, waterfalls, panoramic views...DCT organized with a lot of skill and passion and made it an unforgettable experience. If you want to see the true Vietnam beside crowded places DCT is the right choice.
Enrico Fabiani
Photographer | Tour Leader
We had a fantastic trip to Mu Cang Chai with DCT Travel. Everything was perfectly organized, from the overnight bus from Hanoi to accommodation in a homestay with an incredibly kind family. On the first day, we went on a motorbike tour to the rice fields, and on the second day, we went trekking. Our guide, Nung, went above and beyond to take care of us and even showed us her home. All the other guides and drivers also contributed to making the trip an unforgettable experience. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!
Nicola Puchas
Traveler
A local tour operator that really listened to me! I had a specific itinerary in mind and they were more than happy to customize a package just for me, including transportation and guided tours. They gave me great advice and were always available on WhatsApp if I needed anything. Definitely recommend!
Rita Bradamanti
Traveler
Deep insights on traveling to Vietnam
Why choose DCT Responsible Travel?
With seasoned travel experts, always eager to explore new spots and local friends in the lands, our team will take you off the tourist radar, closer to nature, through hill tribes to breathtaking viewpoints. Grab your chances to fully and mindfully immerse in the steps of the wilderness.
Land soul is found in its people, so we’ll always connect you with local values, from culture, and people to life pace, starting with a warm welcome from our hospitable local friends. Let’s enjoy friendly talks with villagers, traditional crafts and joyful meals with yummy Indigenous food.
By venturing to less-traveled spots, we help to preserve natural resources and reduce overcrowding in popular spots. Additionally, local services are always prioritized such as local guides, homestays, meals, and cultural activities,… It’s a way to improve local income as well as cultural pride.
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