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When you arrive in Mù Cang Chải, you'll have the chance to bathe in the nude by the stream, ride motorbikes on treacherous roads to reach the terraced rice fields, or even soar through the skies with paragliding adventures.
Explore Mù Cang Chải: Unforgettable Fairy Bath Experience
Don't miss out on these experiences when visiting Mù Cang Chải this season:
Indulge in Complimentary Hot Mineral Baths
The road to Mù Cang Chải district passes through Tú Lệ commune, Văn Chấn district, Yên Bái province. This area is bustling with eateries, souvenir shops, and local products such as sticky rice, green rice flakes, and apple wine.
Don't Miss Out on the Natural Hot Spring Bathing Spot
The expansive hot spring pool, with its warm water around 35°C amidst the typical chill of the October mountain, carries a hint of sulfur. Inside, there's a flow of water in and another straight out into the adjacent stream, ensuring good circulation.
This is also where Thai girls and local villagers relax after a hard day's work. The distinctive feature of the hot spring is that everyone bathes nude, and even gentlemen may join, engaging in conversation with the local girls.
Note that you need to maintain distance, respect, and refrain from any inappropriate behavior. For regular tourists, you can wear swimwear, and after soaking in the mineral water pool, Tuấn Ngọc refreshment shop outside also offers shower services for 15,000 VND per person.
Explore the Terraced Rice Fields by Motorcycle
Visit Mù Cang Chải and explore the terraced rice fields in October. Many tourists will hear jokes and laughter saying: 'Now it's just the tray, no more rice.' This phrase implies that many fields have been harvested, leaving only the brown soil. However, while you may not see the vibrant rice fields during this season, riding a motorcycle through the challenging roads still leaves you with a plethora of emotions.
Embark on an Adventurous Journey to the Terraced Rice Fields
Even nearing the end of the rice season, the terraced rice fields remain a worthwhile destination, challenging you to overcome every difficulty along the way. Be sure to bring along your camera, lenses, tripod, or selfie stick to capture the perfect shots.
Locals here also offer services to rent clothing or play the role of 'actors' for your photos. Prices vary, ranging from 100,000 to 200,000 VND for 4 people for 30 minutes.
Soar Through the Skies with Paragliding
Starting point at Khau Phạ Pass - Yên Bái, known as one of the four great mountain passes of the Northwest, located at an altitude of 1,200 meters above sea level.
The cost per trip is 2 million VND per person, including tandem flights with a pilot if you're inexperienced in paragliding. From above, the panoramic view of the valley with ripe golden rice fields is stunning, dotted with the charming small houses of Lìm Mông and Lìm Thái villages.
For a complete flight experience, you can prepare in advance with a GoPro camera or a regular camera, a phone with a selfie stick, capturing the majestic views of Mù Cang Chải from above. The ideal time for flying is on sunny days with little fog, but you must contact in advance to avoid waiting in line. You can consider Vietwings, Hanoi Paragliding Club for this service.
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Reference: Travel Guide from Mytour
MytourOctober 7, 2016
