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In April, visiting Mộc Châu plateau with its lush red plum orchards is an enchanting experience. Winter fades away, and spring arrives, transforming Mộc Châu into a vibrant green paradise with blossoming trees. Let's discover the dreamy town through this April Mộc Châu review with incredibly useful insights from Mytour.
1. April Weather in Mộc Châu
April brings the warmth of spring to Mộc Châu, dispelling the cold from the northern region and bathing the highland in gentle sunlight. The temperature in Mộc Châu in April usually ranges from 21 - 25°C, creating ideal conditions for a delightful journey to the picturesque Northwest. Moreover, April weather in Mộc Châu is generally dry, allowing you to explore without worrying about rain.
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2. What's Beautiful in Mộc Châu in April?
Bustling Ripe Plum Season
The pure white plum blossoms have transformed into clusters of sweet, ripe fruit after the cold winter. When you visit Mộc Châu in April, you'll be mesmerized by the endless orchards of ripe plums in Nà Ka and Mu Náu valleys. Grown on the plateau and enduring a chilly winter, Mộc Châu plums are larger, juicier, and crisper than those in other northern regions.
Hands-on picking of ripe red plums is sure to be a delightful experience for you on this April trip. Typically, these plum orchards cater to visitors for enjoyment, tasting, and buying plums as gifts. Entrance fees to the orchards range from 20,000 to 25,000 VND per person, and the prices for purchasing are very affordable, starting from 25,000 VND per kilogram.
Some Mộc Châu plum orchards you can visit include:
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Nà Ka Plum Valley
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Mu Náu Plum Valley
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Vân Hồ Plum Valley
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Phiêng Khoang Plum Grove
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A Sea of Green on Tea Hills
Exploring Mộc Châu in April would be incomplete without the vast tea hills of the Northwest Highlands. The warm April weather also brings out the fresh green leaves on the tea bushes. Breathing in the pure air on Mộc Châu's tea hills in the early morning will dispel all the weariness of busy life.
Viewed from above, the rows of tea plants covering the hills create an unusually serene scene. Enjoying a warm cup of tea and savoring the vast, identical landscape is nothing short of perfection for a trip to Mộc Châu in April.
When you visit the tea hills in Mộc Châu, locals will guide you on how to pick tea leaves. Some beautiful tea hills in Mộc Châu in April that you can explore include:
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Heart-shaped Tea Hill 3
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Mộc Sương Tea Hill
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Heart-shaped Tea Hill Taiwan
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Enchanting Waterfalls
Is Mộc Châu beautiful in April? What's there to explore in Mộc Châu in April? It's not just about the lush tea hills or poetic plum valleys; Mộc Châu also boasts incredibly mesmerizing waterfalls.
Dai Yem Waterfall (Fairy's Skirt Waterfall)
Dai Yem Waterfall, also known as Fairy's Skirt Waterfall, stands as one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Northwest Vietnam. The best time to visit Dai Yem is during spring when the weather is warm, and the surrounding trees are in full bloom. In April, Moc Chau experiences minimal rainfall, ensuring that Dai Yem Waterfall flows gently and crystal clear, resembling a mysterious 'love cup.'
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Chieng Khoa Waterfall
Although a relatively new Moc Chau tourist destination, the Chieng Khoa Waterfall never fails to captivate every traveler stepping foot here. The seven-tiered waterfall with its white water flowing like a cascade of clouds from above will leave you in awe of its stunning beauty.
At the base of each waterfall tier, there is a water reservoir for you to enjoy swimming and take picturesque photos. Due to the unique geological features, the water reservoirs at Chieng Khoa Waterfall boast a beautiful emerald green color, making it seem like a fairyland.
If you want to enhance your travel experience, you can camp overnight at the foot of the waterfall, but don't forget to maintain cleanliness to preserve the beauty of the waterfall.
3. What Flowers Bloom in Moc Chau in April?
Enchanting Rhododendron Season on the Peak of Pha Luong
What Flowers Bloom in Moc Chau in April? While December boasts cherry blossoms and peach flowers, and January and February are sweetened by the presence of mustard flowers, Moc Chau in April seduces with the rhododendron season in the forest. These flowers come in various colors such as white, pink, red, and purple, thriving in the high mountain ranges.
Rhododendrons in Moc Chau only bloom on the summit of Pha Luong, making the journey a bit challenging, but the scenery will undoubtedly leave you in awe. Against the backdrop of the expansive white clouds over Pha Luong's summit, the blooming rhododendrons in April enhance the beauty of the plateau.
If you're an adventure enthusiast and love exploration, the summit of Pha Luong is an excellent choice for your Moc Chau travel in April. Standing atop Pha Luong, you can admire the majestic natural scenery of the Northwest mountainous forests. This breathtaking beauty was once featured in the poem 'Tay Tien' by poet Quang Dung:
'Climbing the winding slopes, deep and profound,
Piglets snuggle amidst clouds, rifles scent the sky.
A thousand steps ascend, a thousand steps descend,
Whose house in Pha Luong hears distant rain at sea?'
(Tay Tien - Quang Dung)
4. What to Wear in Moc Chau in April
Certainly, choosing the right attire is always a headache for every traveler, isn't it? So, what to wear in Moc Chau in April to enjoy freely and capture stunning photos? According to Mytour's April Moc Chau review experience, opt for lightweight clothing suitable for the warm daytime weather. As the attractions in Moc Chau often involve some degree of movement, consider comfortable and easy-to-move outfits.
Outfit Suggestions for Women Traveling to Moc Chau
Overall Shorts, Rompers
Sweet and adorable overall shorts or rompers are perfect when visiting and taking photos with the cherry blossom and apricot blossom gardens in Moc Chau in April.
Flowy White Dress
If you want a beautiful shot at the Moc Chau tea hills, a light and airy white dress is the perfect choice. The bright white tone of the dress will also complement your skin tone against the green backdrop of the tea hills.
Bohemian Dress
Transforming into a girl on the meadow when visiting the strawberry garden will help you have a truly lovely photo. Mix in a turban headscarf for an extra beautiful touch.
Ethnic Attire
Additionally, if you want a stunning Instagram-worthy photo, you can rent ethnic costumes at the tea hills, cherry valleys, etc., to have an incredibly chic photo album.
Outfit Suggestions for Men Traveling to Mộc Châu
Shorts, T-shirt, and Light Jacket
A dynamic, youthful outfit set will be convenient for you guys to enjoy freely in Mộc Châu.
Jeans, T-shirt, and Sneakers
If you gentlemen plan to go cloud hunting on Pha Luông peak, then dress a bit warmly and choose a good pair of shoes to handle all terrains!
5. Experience Traveling to Mộc Châu in April
How to get to Mộc Châu?
Located about 200km from Hanoi, the road to Mộc Châu is quite beautiful and easy to travel. You can book bus tickets or use personal vehicles. The bus ticket price from Hanoi to Mộc Châu is around 180,000 VND - 200,000 VND/person.
For those of you in the South, you must fly to Nội Bài Airport before moving to Mộc Châu town. According to Mytour's April Mộc Châu travel experience, airfares for the Saigon - Hanoi route during this time are not overly expensive, except for the April 30th holiday.
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Where to stay when visiting Mộc Châu?
When you arrive in the Mộc Châu plateau town, you don't need to worry about finding a place to stay. You can choose from luxury hotels, resorts to cozy homestays. Room rates for hotels and resorts in Mộc Châu usually range from: 1,000,000 VND - 3,000,000 VND and may be higher on weekends and April 30th holidays.
If you don't want to worry about booking accommodation and tickets, you can sign up for a Mộc Châu travel tour to be served from A to Z. Mytour currently has many discount programs of up to 40% for journeys to the Mộc Châu plateau.
What to eat in Mộc Châu in April?
Mộc Châu's cuisine always makes people crave the various delicious dishes of the Northwest mountains. When in Mộc Châu, you must try famous grilled specialties such as: grilled pork, grilled mountain fish,... Additionally, Mộc Châu is also famous for dishes like grilled veal, nậm pịa, salmon hot pot,...
6. Some notes when traveling to Mộc Châu in April
Book services early for April 30th holiday: If you plan to visit Mộc Châu during the April 30th holiday, it's advisable to plan early to avoid sold-out tickets and rooms. Moreover, booking services early will also help you secure a surprisingly cheap fare.
Keep warm for the evening: Although it's April, being on the plateau means that temperatures in Mộc Châu can drop a bit at night. Therefore, prepare an extra jacket and scarf for the evening.
Monitor the weather conditions: Spring drizzles can occur unexpectedly, so keep updating your schedule regularly to plan accordingly! If possible, bring an umbrella and a raincoat to be prepared!
So, Mytour has shared with you detailed reviews of Mộc Châu in April. Wishing you an interesting and joyful trip to the plateau town. If you need to book a Mộc Châu tour or affordable domestic tours, contact the Mytour hotline Mytour for free advice.
