About Cao Bang

Tucked away in a remote area of Northern Vietnam, Cao Bang province is bursting with majestic natural scenery and cool climate all year round. Its mystical charm is made up from the gentle Quay Son river, Lenin stream, Ban Viet lake; the immense Trung Khanh forest with the red maple leaves; the unique Angel Eye mountain lying beside the Nam Tra lake; the spectacular Ban Gioc waterfall, the prosperous villages of ethnic minorities and the precious historical relics.

Best Time To Visit Cao Bang

If you want to enjoy the magnificent view of Ban Gioc waterfall, you should go in August and September. If you want to see the buckwheat and wild flowers in full bloom on the steep slopes, you can go in November and December.

Spring
(Feb - Apr)

Spring drizzle

Nice and warm

Pear branches dotted with white flowers

Fog covers the pass

Young rice seedlings in the fields

Summer
(May - Jul)

Sudden showers

Hot and dry

Water flows into the Quay Son river

Lushly green rice in the fields

The mountains are endless

Autumn
(Aug - Oct)

Sunlight shines the pass

The sky is blue and the wind sings

Chestnut harvest in Trung Khanh

Golden ripe rice by Ban Gioc waterfall

The most beautiful time of the year

Winter
(Nov - Jan)

Frost and snow in Phia Oac

Fog covers the pass

Extremely cold at night

Ha Lang is a hill of burning grass

Leaves changing color at Ban Viet lake

Transport

From Hanoi to Cao Bang, there are only two means of transportation: automobiles and motorbikes. If you are a adventurous and adventurous person, you can backpack Cao Bang by motorbike along the Hanoi - Thai Nguyen - Bac Kan - Cao Bang highway. Hanoi - Cao Bang Route is about 300km and too hard to go.

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Journey to explore the flow of Thang Hen lake water - 3 days
Cao Bang
The Thang Hen Lake complex is located in the UNESCO Cao Bang Non Nuoc Geopark in Quoc Toan Commune, Tra Linh District, Cao Bang Province, the lake has an altitude of more than 1,000 m above sea level, is the highest mountain lake in Vietnam. Thang Hen Lake is like a pearl in the mountains with magnificent and poetic scenery. This place is as beautiful as a charming painting, the lake surface is like a jade glittering mirror, neatly located among the green forest canopy of the mountainside.
Tour Operator: Vietnam Expeditions
From US$ 265.00 /Pax
Northeast Vietnam: Ba Be Lake & Ban Gioc Waterfall - 5 days
Cao Bang - Bac Kan
Let’s create a never-to-be-forgotten adventure at these two hidden gems in Northeast Vietnam: Ba Be Lake & Ban Gioc Waterfall. During the tour, you will discover off-the-beaten-track areas, enjoy a meal in the middle of a huge lake, have intercultural exchange with ethnic local communities and so much more.
From US$ 699.00 /Pax

The season of red leaves illuminates Ban Viet Lake

Ban Viet Lake is located in Phong Chau commune, Trung Khanh district, Cao Bang province. This is an artificial lake with an area of about 5 hectares, surrounded by natural forests. With a quiet space and idyllic scenery, Ban Viet Lake has become an attractive destination for tourists looking for relaxation. Characterizing the climate of the four seasons of the North, each time of the year, the Ban Viet Lake area has its own beauty. In particular, from November to January is the ideal time to explore this place. At that time, the lake surface is quiet, striking with the red color of maple leaves, creating a poetic scene. The red leaf forest reflects the lake surface. Visitors can stroll around the lake, breathe in the fresh air or participate in activities such as boating and overnight camping. The experience of sailing on the lake provides visitors with a sense of relaxation and the opportunity to capture beautiful moments. Ban Viet Lake is also a suitable place to organize camping. Visitors can organize small parties with family and friends, participate in games and enjoy a peaceful space by the lake. When visiting, it is necessary to pay attention to maintaining environmental hygiene, not littering, choosing appropriate clothes when trekking and supervising young children to avoid risks. In addition to Ban Viet Lake, visitors can combine visiting other famous destinations in Chongqing such as Ban Gioc waterfall, Ngom Ngao cave, or Co La waterfall... Photo: Tran Tien Dung Follow thesaigontimes.vn

Nature & Adventure 12/12/2024

The season of red leaves illuminates Ban Viet Lake

In late autumn and early winter, Ban Viet Lake (Cao Bang) stands out with the surrounding red leaf forest scenery, casting a shadow on the calm lake surface.

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About 60km from Cao Bang city, Hoai Khao hamlet (Quang Thanh commune, Nguyen Binh district) located in the complex of Phja Oac - Phja Den eco-tourism area is one of the attractions to visit.
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Ms. Diep's family's homestay room in Khuoi Ky rock village (Chongqing, Cao Bang) leans against an undulating limestone cliff, creating uniqueness and strangeness, attracting both domestic and international tourists.
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