Experience a Change of Scenery through 5 Eco-Tourism Areas in Danang

For those enamored with Danang, renowned attractions like Ba Na Hills, Son Tra, and Asia Park are certainly no strangers. If you find yourself back here, Mytour will introduce you to 5 new and exciting eco-tourism spots, ensuring you have plenty of delightful and memorable experiences.

Experience a Change of Scenery through 5 Eco-Tourism Areas in Danang

1. Hoa Phu Thanh

Located in Hòa Vang district, Danang city, the Hoa Phu Thanh waterfall slide area is a popular choice for weekend getaways with a variety of enticing games. It's not just for adventurous young explorers but also for families who enjoy weekend picnics.

The highlight when visiting Hoa Phu Thanh is the waterfall sliding activity, with each raft accommodating 2 people. There are 2 sessions per day, at 10:00 in the morning and 14:00 in the afternoon, so plan your travel time wisely to arrive on time. Price is 180,000 VND per person, and the sliding time is about 30 – 45 minutes depending on group size.

Exploring the 5-km-long waterfall stretch, occasionally there's a wide water pond where everyone can take a break, recharge, and continue the journey. Upon reaching the final waterfall stretch, the water flows calmly, almost signaling 'we've reached the destination.' Glide your boat to the middle of the lake and take a refreshing swim. The water in the final lake is quite shallow, allowing non-swimmers to splash around safely by wearing a life jacket.

2. Double Caves

Double Caves is one of Danang's premier eco-tourism destinations. Alongside other eco-tourism areas like Hoa Phu Thanh, Thuy Van Son, Suoi Hoa... Double Caves offers moments of relaxation not easily found elsewhere. Immerse yourself in the mountainous nature, listening to the sound of flowing streams or the melodious chirping of birds will make your weekend getaway at Double Caves enjoyable and relaxing.

Located about 30km from the city center of Danang, Double Caves is the confluence of two streams before they flow into the river. The name Double Caves somewhat reflects that. It's a renowned tourist spot, an attractive choice for sightseeing and outdoor activities due to its beautiful scenery and harmony with nature. Many tourists choose this place to relax after days of hard work and stress.

Double Caves is mentioned as a harmonious creation of nature, with the wilderness of the jungle, the fresh cool air blending with the clear streams. The streams at Double Caves are especially attractive to tourists because of the large rocks along the riverbank with many unusual shapes. Especially, the stream water here is clear and cool, perfect for picnics and stream bathing. Many people come here just to swim in the clear water and enjoy the picturesque scenery of the jungle.

3. Flower Stream

The tourist area, known for its stream, is called Flower Stream. The stream is covered with a lush carpet of vegetation, with many wildflowers competing to bloom, creating a cool and comfortable space for tourists.

When you visit Flower Stream, you must definitely take a dip in the stream because the water pond under the waterfall flows all year round. The clear and cool water helps tourists relax and relieve fatigue. Besides, you can also enjoy forest specialties, rice wine, and immerse yourself in the fresh air.

The tourist area is located in Phu Tuc hamlet, Hoa Phu commune, Hoa Vang district, adjacent to provincial road 604 connecting from Danang to Ho Chi Minh road, about 30 km west of Danang city center. From the center of Danang city, follow provincial road 604 westward for about 30 km, then you will see the sign of the tourist area, turn in and drive a little further to arrive.

4. Phuoc Nhơn

The hot mineral bathing tourist area of Phuoc Nhơn is located in Phuoc Son hamlet, Hoa Khuong commune, Hoa Vang district. The tourist area is built right on top of the hot mineral spring, being the only tourist area in Danang with hot mineral springs. The hot water streams erupt from the ground with temperatures sometimes exceeding 50 degrees Celsius. These hot water streams contain high mineral content, which helps relax the body, restore physical condition, bring the body back to balance after periods of fatigue. Moreover, hot mineral bathing is also very good for people suffering from joint pain, sciatica, muscle pain, tension, nervous tension, chronic headaches.

The mineral mud is extracted from natural mineral mud mines, with a yellow-brown color and moderate thickness, containing many minerals that can treat skin diseases and joint diseases, very good for health.

The hot spring tourist area also features hot water swimming pools equipped with modern hydrotherapy baths, professional massage, and spa services. Additionally, the tourist area offers herbal baths, aromatherapy mineral baths, and many other healthcare services.

5. Golden Sand Beach

To reach Golden Sand Beach, you have two options: by land or by water. By land, you can ride a motorbike. By water, you can take a tourist boat. You can either purchase a complete tour package or just a tourist boat ticket to travel to Golden Sand Beach.

Here, you'll witness the sunrise over the sea, watching the sun gradually rise from the sea, casting the first rays of dawn. The entire beach is ablaze with red hues, the sea sparkling, reflecting the first rays of sunlight. You'll feel the cool sea breeze blowing away all worries, listening to the sound of waves crashing on the sandy beach.

In addition to self-activities such as sea watching and swimming, this eco-tourism area also organizes competitions such as banana boat pulling, kayak racing, monkey bridge crossing, duck catching, or trying your hand at being a fisherman in fishing net casting activities.

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Reference: Travel Guide by Mytour