About Yen Bai
Considered as the "hazard" of the high Northwest region, Yen Bai possesses both fierce and gentle, dangerous but poetic beauty, in addition preserves the cultural identity of Tay, Dao, Mong groups. The journey to explore Yen Bai with magnificent natural scenery, revolutionary historical landmarks and community ecological tourist sites promises to bring you great experiences.
Weather
Every September and October, the terraced fields in Mu Cang Chai and Muong Lo are dyed in the radiant yellow of ripening rice. In November and December, the mountains of Yen Bai are covered in the mist and the sea of clouds, so that you can enjoy the open air with ease. This is literally the best time for you to collect unique photos.
Transport
Yen Bai is about 150km from Hanoi, so you can ride a motorcycle, coach or train. If you're a sturdy driver, you can choose to go by motorbike to enjoy the breathtaking mountainscapes.
Top things to do in Yen Bai
1. Riding over the great Khau Pha Pass
2. Paragliding and watching terraced fields in Mu Cang Chai from above
3. Conquering the magnificent Dinosaur Spine and cloud hunting at Ta Xua
4. Visit the antique tea plantation Suoi Giang
5. Go for a row on Thac Ba Lake
6. Have a picnic at Pu Nhu Waterfall
7. Trekking, cloud hunting on Ta Chi Nhu and see swertia
8. Explore the Na Hau Nature Reserve