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With a rather charming name, Cu Lan Village Dalat is an appealing destination for #teamKlook nature enthusiasts in the pristine province of Lam Dong. Embark on a journey to explore Cu Lan Village Dalat and enrich your travel diary!
Perched at an altitude of 1,500 meters above sea level, the Lam Vien plateau boasts a refreshing climate and incredibly beautiful natural scenery, making it a major tourist attraction in Lam Dong province. To immerse yourself in the vast nature and participate in exciting experiential activities amidst the primeval forest, visit Cu Lan Village, a small village nestled amidst the forests at the foot of Langbiang Mountain, and also a fantastic outdoor tourism spot when traveling to Dalat.
What does this village have that can attract hundreds of visitors here every day? Let's find out with Klook!
Introducing Cu Lan Village Dalat
Cu Lan Village is originally a small village covering about 30 hectares inhabited by the K’Ho ethnic people, built around the 1960s amidst the primeval forests at the foot of LangBiang Mountain. Therefore, the village boasts both wild and peaceful landscapes, deeply imbued with indigenous culture.
The name 'Cu Lan' is derived from the cu lan tree interspersed in the pine forest, also the habitat of the 'most beautiful round-eyed creatures in the world' - the Cu Lan bird. In the past, villagers used to live by hunting, gathering, and exploiting cu lan trees to craft cu lan-shaped souvenirs for sale to tourists at Xuan Huong Lake.
Since Cu Lan Village was developed into a tourist area and officially opened to visitors in 2011, the K’Ho people have learned to utilize the natural beauty of the village as a strong attraction for tourism, improving their livelihoods. Cu Lan Village is also recognized by UNESCO as a cultural tourism destination, contributing to changing the tourism landscape of Lam Dong province.
Cu Lan Village tourist area, designed by three talented architects, is a manifestation of special love for nature. Here, you can explore, admire the scenery, camp, relax, and participate in exciting outdoor activities. Each image at Cu Lan Village exudes exquisite beauty and is an unforgettable memory in your Dalat trip.
Cu Lan Village Dalat Address
- Cu Lan Village tourist area is located in Suoi Can hamlet, Lat commune, Lac Duong district, Lam Dong province, about 20km from the center of Dalat city.
How to Get to Cu Lan Village Dalat
From the center of Dalat city, you can travel by motorbike or car along provincial road 722 towards Dankia Lake - Suoi Vang, also known as Dong Truong Son road, one of the most beautiful roads in Vietnam. Passing through vast lakes and endless pine forests, you will arrive at Cu Lan Village tourist area.
The road to Cu Lan Village is beautiful indeed, but it's also quite dangerous due to many sharp bends, so drivers should be careful. Additionally, you should fill up your gas tank fully or buy extra fuel, as gas stations are scarce along the way. Although the travel time is about 30-40 minutes, it might take longer if you're not familiar with the route. Therefore, to avoid unforeseen incidents, it's best to use the convenient private car rental service with a driver from Klook, which is not only safe but also cost-effective, eliminating any worries.
Cu Lan Village Dalat Opening Hours
Cu Lan Village tourist area is open from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM every day of the week. It's advisable to plan your visit in the morning to have more time for activities, and transportation will also be more convenient.
Cu Lan Village Dalat Ticket Prices
- Adults: 60,000 VND/person
- Children under 1.2 meters: Free
- Children over 1.2 meters tall are considered adults
- Teambuilding ticket price: 120,000 VND/person
The tourist area will have separate fees for various services: team-building activities, bonfires, jeep tours, ethnic costume rentals, horse racing, fishing, etc.
The Legend of Cu Lan Village, Dalat
Cu Lan Village is associated with many interesting stories, but there is one story that the K’Ho people widely transmit to explain the formation of the village.
In the early 20th century, a young man from the plains ventured into the forest in search of the dream of 'picking up sky fragments' to build a paradise in the forest for the girl he loved. Because of that wild desire, people called him Cu Lan. However, the girl in Cu Lan's dream was touched by his sincerity and fell in love with him. She decided to venture into the forest with him to build a paradise in the green woods.
Whether they built the paradise as imagined or not, the small village on the deserted streambank, amidst the green forest and wildflowers, became the happy paradise of Cu Lan and his lover. And since then, people have called this place Cu Lan Village. Today, villagers still recount that beautiful love story through songs like: Cu Lan, Cu Lan's Heart, Cu Lan's Dream, Cu Lan Village.
What to Do in Cu Lan Village, Dalat?
Cu Lan Village is a mesmerizing destination with majestic nature and exciting outdoor activities. Don't forget to prepare a fully charged camera or phone to capture the most impressive moments here.
1. Enjoy the Beauty of Nature
If you are a nature lover and enjoy the peacefulness of rural areas, wanting to experience a 'getaway to the forest,' then Cu Lan Village is the place for you. The small wooden houses nestled amidst the Dai Ngan Mountains, overlooking the crystal-clear Love Lake, reflecting the early morning sun rays through the pine trees, create a surreal and breathtaking natural scene. Additionally, you can visit the Central Highlands Wood Statue Museum, Fire Hill, Chom Hom Market, or the Cu Lan Assembly Hall to learn more about the culture and art of the K’Ho ethnic group.
2. Join the Exciting Jeep Tour
If you've ever experienced the thrilling feeling of 'riding' a jeep over sand dunes in Mui Ne, then get ready for another adventure when sitting on a jeep and exploring Cu Lan Hill. Exploring Cu Lan Village by jeep is the hottest activity in the tourist area. For just 100,000 VND/person, you can immediately join the jeep tour to explore the pristine forest with a green route only accompanied by the sound of murmuring streams and singing birds. The jeep tour will take you to experience the feeling of hill climbing, stream crossing, forest trekking, visit the Cu Lan conservation area, and explore the cù lần trees.
3. Camping in the Forest
They say the greatest happiness of youth is having a group of close friends to travel to Da Lat, camp by the fire at night, and share countless endless stories. So, if you've come to Cu Lan Tourist Area, don't hesitate, invite your best friends to camp by the grassy banks of the lake, by the stream, to truly immerse yourself in the wild nature and the cool mountain air.
4. Organize Team-Building Activities
With spacious, airy spaces filled with green energy, Cu Lan Village is considered the place with the most professional and large-scale team-building playground in Vietnam today. The tourist area offers fun team games and provides all the necessary equipment to make your trip convenient and comfortable. Whether day or night, Cu Lan Village always has unique and authentic activities for you to enjoy, connect, and explore nature.
5. Some Other Exciting Services
Once you set foot in the Central Highlands, you should try wearing the costumes of ethnic minorities, participate in cultural exchange sessions, dance with them, sip some can wine to better understand the essence of the K’Ho ethnic group in the highlands.
Hotels, Homestays Near Cu Lan Village, Da Lat
Why not try staying 'in the forest' amidst the flower forest? In addition to outdoor camping, you can choose to stay in luxurious hotel rooms or bungalows with full amenities right within the tourist area. Prices range from 1,500,000 to 2,500,000 VND per night.
Especially, when staying at Cu Lan Village, you will enjoy 12 free recreational services such as sightseeing, team building, campfires, rowing boats, duck hunting, pig hunting, night fishing, breakfast and coffee, etc. Sounds tempting, doesn't it?
Furthermore, you can consider some other hotels in Da Lat, homestays in Da Lat, resorts in Da Lat in the area of Lat commune, Lac Duong district. No matter where you stay, don't forget to book through the Klook channel to enjoy discounts!
1. Shanti Wellness Sanctuary
- Address: Lat Commune, Lac Duong District, Lam Dong Province
- Reference price: from 960,000 VND/night
2. Laan Dalat Retreat
- Address: Lat Commune, Lac Duong District, Lam Dong Province
- Reference price: from 795,000 VND/night
3. LAT Valley Village
- Address: Lat Commune, Lac Duong District, Lam Dong Province
- Reference price: from 1,300,000 VND/night
4. Suoi Thong Dalat Cottage Resort
- Address: Lat Commune, Lac Duong District, Lam Dong Province
- Reference price: from 1,700,000 VND/night
Restaurants at Cu Lan Village, Da Lat
Culinary delights at Cu Lan Village carry an imprint as remarkable as the scenic beauty here. Alongside traditional Vietnamese dishes and some delicacies from Da Lat, Kho Lua restaurant serves Central Highlands specialties with fresh, clean ingredients sourced from the mountains such as wild chicken, wild boar, stream fish, free-range buffalo, fresh vegetables, and more. Particularly, Kho Lua restaurant utilizes pure water brought from natural stone crevices at Cổng Trời Pass to prepare dishes, ensuring the most perfect and delicious flavors while guaranteeing the cleanliness of the food.
Tourist Attractions Near Cu Lan Village, Da Lat
After enjoying your time at Cu Lan Village, you can combine it with visits to other nearby famous destinations such as Ankroet Lake, LangBiang Tourist Area, Golden Valley, Suoi Vang Lake (Dankia), Ma Rung Lu Quan, Heavenly Blessing Hill, and more. This way, your travel itinerary will be more efficient in terms of time and you'll get to admire many pristine landscapes in Lam Dong Province.
So, we've covered all the essential information about Cu Lan Village Tourist Area. The rest is for you to experience and enjoy the wonderful things awaiting at Cu Lan Village after long days of stressful work.
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