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Immerse yourself in the breathtaking sea of white clouds of the Northwest mountain forests, a once-in-a-lifetime adventure experience that every adventurer desires. However, not everyone knows the most beautiful cloud hunting spots in Northwest Vietnam. Let Mytour share with you the must-visit cloud hunting destinations in the highlands!
CLOUD HUNTING IN NORTHWEST VIETNAM ON MOUNTAIN PEAKS
1. Tà Xùa:
The mountain range of Tà Xùa nestled between Yên Bái and Sơn La provinces is also one of the most beloved cloud hunting spots for adventure enthusiasts and explorers. With its highest peak reaching 2850m, this mountain range poses an admirable challenge for travelers eager to touch the clouds. The most famous cloud hunting spots in Tà Xùa include Tà Xùa Village, Sống Lưng Khủng Long, and Windy Summit...
Conquering Tà Xùa is a challenging journey with steep cliffs, deep forests, and towering ancient trees. However, overcoming these difficulties brings the refreshing feeling of witnessing the pristine white layers of clouds, dispelling all worries. Additionally, you can visit Tà Xùa Village nestled halfway up the mountain, admire the innocent H'Mông children in their floral dresses, or simply enjoy the blooming peach blossoms in the village during Tet.
2. Fansipan:
Dubbed the 'Roof of Indochina,' Fansipan can be considered one of the most beautiful cloud hunting spots in Northwest Vietnam. You don't have to be a professional mountaineer to check-in at the highest peak in Indochina thanks to the extremely modern cable car system. With its heavenly beauty, Fansipan is also an unmissable destination for all Sapa tourism enthusiasts in Lào Cai.
Walking on the wooden bridge near the mountain peak, filling your lungs with fresh and cool air, letting your soul drift with the giant clouds embracing the mountain slopes and the hidden villages behind the misty clouds. All those moments will surely make you never forget your Northwest travel experience.
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3. Tà Chì Nhù:
Known as the 'Roof of Yên Bái,' and the 7th highest mountain in Vietnam, Tà Chì Nhù with a height of 2979m is the dream destination for many adventure seekers. Thanks to its remarkable height, Tà Chì Nhù also becomes the most prominent cloud hunting spot in Northwest Vietnam because you can easily reach out and touch the fluffy white clouds and admire the majestic mountains below.
To reach the peak of Tà Chì Nhù for cloud hunting, you need to trek a challenging 12km trail. However, this is still an ideal short-day mountain trekking journey that only takes about 2 days and 1 night. Experiencing mountain climbing and overnight camping, cooking, and living amidst the warm campfire and waking up amidst the sea of clouds are what await you to explore at Tà Chì Nhù.
4. Bạch Mộc Lương Tử:
Bạch Mộc Lương Tử is the offspring of the two regions of Lào Cai and Lai Châu. Bạch Mộc Lương Tử also ranks 4th on the list of 10 highest mountains in Vietnam. Thanks to that, the scenery from the top of Bạch Mộc Lương Tử is as beautiful as a fairyland, making many young adventurers not hesitate to conquer the challenging mountains for exploration.
The most famous cloud hunting spot here is Núi Muối. Conquering Núi Muối in winter is also the time when you can see the most amazing sky scene. Especially at the moment when the sunset 'falls' on the mountain peak or the first rays of sunlight appear, the sunlight blends with the clouds, the sun hides in the mist, creating a breathtaking natural painting.
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5. Lảo Thẩn:
From Xã Y Tý, about 10km further, you will reach the peak of Lảo Thẩn - a cloud hunting spot in Northwest Vietnam at an altitude of 2862m. Conquering Lảo Thẩn, you'll feel like stepping into a colorful flower sea blending with the dreamy sea of clouds. The moment of sunrise on Lảo Thẩn peak has enchanted many travelers' hearts with its brilliant rays of sunlight and shimmering silver clouds at the dawn.
The terrain to Lào Thẩn peak is even more challenging than cloud hunting in Y Tý, but the incredibly 'chill' beauty here will surely dispel all your fatigue. The famous tortoise head rock formation, trending on social media, is perhaps why Lào Thẩn always ranks among the most beautiful cloud hunting spots in Vietnam.
6. Nhìu Cồ San:
Visiting Sàng Ma Sáo commune, Bát Xát district, Lào Cai province, you'll encounter the renowned peak of Nhìu Cồ San in Northwest Vietnam. Nhìu Cồ San, in the local language, means Buffalo Horn Mountain, named after its shape resembling two buffalo horns curving between heaven and earth. Like many other high mountains here, the peak of Nhìu Cồ San is always shrouded in white mist, with cool weather year-round.
According to Northwest cloud hunting experience, the first stretch to conquer Nhìu Cồ San peak takes about 8 hours but is not too treacherous. The only challenge is the sparse tall trees along the way, so you'll need to endure the sun before reaching the cloud-covered summit. However, the constantly changing scenery, especially the dense primeval forests at Nhìu Cồ San, will make your cloud hunting journey more exciting than ever.
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CLOUD HUNTING IN NORTHWEST VIETNAM: IN THE VILLAGES
7. Tà Tổng:
One cloud hunting spot in Northwest Vietnam that not everyone knows about is Tà Tổng in Lai Châu Province. The journey to Tà Tổng is rugged and more challenging than Sapa or Tà Xùa, not suitable for tourists seeking relaxation. However, Tà Tổng has its own rustic charm, a place where highland people live peacefully amidst majestic mountains.
The cloud season at Tà Tổng usually begins in the late months of the year when the weather turns colder. The gentle clouds envelop the old, rustic houses, meander around the hillsides, and play with the bare branches, creating a different space like scenes from old movies. Standing amidst the Tà Tổng forests, you'll surely feel how small humans are and how miraculous nature can be.
8. Ka Lăng:
While other cloud hunting spots in Northwest Vietnam may make you feel lonely amidst the wilderness, visiting Ka Lăng in Lai Châu Province will show you the human touch on the rice fields and peaceful villages nestled against the mountains, blending harmoniously with the white clouds. The small wooden houses and golden rice fields at Ka Lăng are equally charming as Sapa or Tà Xùa.
Not only the scenery, but the people of Ka Lăng are also full of vitality, with images of hardworking grandmothers, mothers tending the fields, and the laughter of innocent Hà Nhì and La Hủ children under the sun. The unique culture of the highland people is also reflected in the red-threaded looms, as if a dream dispelling the winter cold.
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9. Y Tý:
Y Tý in Lào Cai Province has emerged as a prominent name among the cloud hunting spots in Northwest Vietnam, and it's a familiar destination for adventure seekers. The rolling sea of clouds in Y Tý serves as an unbeatably picturesque background for photographers aiming to capture masterpieces with clouds.
Besides the fantastic cloud hunting experience in Y Tý, you'll have the opportunity to indulge in highland specialties such as pig armpit pork, thắng cố (a local delicacy), rainbow sticky rice, or savor a sip of rich Nậm Pung wine in the cold weather. With an altitude of over 2000m, Y Tý is always cool, so remember to dress warmly regardless of the season if you plan to hunt for clouds here.
10. Mộc Châu:
Mộc Châu isn't just about yellow mustard flowers or the white buckwheat fields like cotton, but also boasts some incredibly lucrative 'cloud-viewing' spots. The natural scenery in Mộc Châu is already beautiful and vibrant, and now it's even more flavorful with the drifting clouds.
Another plus point is that the cloud hunting spots in Mộc Châu are not too challenging or inaccessible compared to other areas in Northwest Vietnam. Moreover, you can easily combine your Mộc Châu cloud hunting trip with visits to famous Mộc Châu tourist attractions such as tea hills, Thung Cuông village, Nà Ka valley, and more.
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11. Sỉn Hồ:
Crossing winding mountain passes, you'll reach Sỉn Hồ - the 'land of streams' in Lai Châu province. The winding roads to Sỉn Hồ are also beautiful photo spots for those who love the sky and nature. The flooded fields or the series of famous villages in Sỉn Hồ contribute to its uniqueness.
In addition to year-round cloud cover and a climate resembling Sapa's, Sỉn Hồ offers unique experiences such as herbal baths, massages, and acupuncture using traditional methods. The herbal bath ingredients are harvested from the forest or grown in the villagers' gardens, prepared according to special formulas, promising to help you shed everyday worries.
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12. Ô Quy Hồ:
Named the 'Cloud Pass', Ô Quy Hồ Pass is familiar to both adventure seekers and many tourists in Northwest Vietnam. Ô Quy Hồ Pass winds like a soft silk ribbon around the mountain peaks, embracing the clouds at over 2000m above sea level.
Standing at Ô Quy Hồ Pass is like standing at the gate of heaven - where you can see the Hoàng Liên Sơn mountain range hidden in the clouds, the majestic Fansipan peak, or the fiery sunset. The beauty of Ô Quy Hồ, whether in winter or summer, only requires a sunny day to start your Northwest cloud hunting journey.
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13. Mã Pí Lèng:
Standing shoulder to shoulder with Ô Quy Hồ Pass is Mã Pí Lèng Pass, one of the most majestic mountain passes in Northwest Vietnam and the whole country. Traveling on the Happiness Road at Mã Pí Lèng, you will feel the mountains and the sky condensed within sight.
Cloud hunting on Mã Pí Lèng Pass is relatively challenging because the clouds here often disperse very quickly. However, even without clouds, visiting Mã Pí Lèng Pass won't disappoint you. Admiring the simple roofs of the H'mong people at the foot of the mountain, the vast forests, and the deep blue Nho Quế River are things everyone desires to witness when traveling to Hà Giang.
So Mytour has shared with you the most beautiful cloud hunting spots in Northwest Vietnam. Hopefully, through these shares, you can choose a destination and embark on a journey to hunt clouds and conquer the pristine Northwest mountains. If you need to learn more about cheap Northwest tours or other domestic tours, don't hesitate to call the Mytour hotline 19003398 for free consultation!
