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Situated just 30km from Saigon and approximately 6km from downtown Bien Hoa, the Bửu Long tourist area offers a convenient day trip escape, providing an ideal sanctuary to unwind and escape the scorching heat of Saigon.
Discover the Weekend Getaway Charm of Bửu Long Tourist Area Near Saigon (ST Image)
1. Introduction to Bửu Long Tourist Area
Nestled in the northwest direction of Bien Hoa city and facing east towards Ho Chi Minh City lies the enchanting Bửu Long Tourist Area. Spanning 84 hectares, Bửu Long encompasses mountains, rivers, lakes, caves, and meticulously preserved temples, offering a picturesque blend of nature's beauty. This scenic landscape has earned Bửu Long the nickname of a 'miniature Halong Bay' in the Southeastern region of Vietnam.
Capturing the essence of Bửu Long Tourist Area (Image courtesy of ST)
Experience the serene beauty of Bửu Long's natural landscapes through this captivating video (ST Video)
Bửu Long Tourist Area boasts two prominent mountain clusters:
- Embark on an adventure to the majestic Binh Dien Mountain, a sanctuary of tranquility.
Discover the mesmerizing Long Son Cave with its countless glistening rock formations, set amidst emerald waters, offering an enchanting vista in a picturesque natural landscape.
Experience the vast and refreshing ambiance of Buu Long, where the air is pure and the spirit of traditional games thrives.
Immerse yourself in the expansive beauty of Buu Long tourist area, captured splendidly in snapshots.
Embark on a journey from Saigon to the enchanting Bửu Long tourist area.
- Traveling by motorbike or private car is a breeze.
Starting from Ho Chi Minh City, take either route: from Kha Van Can Street straight to Linh Xuan overpass or from Hanoi Highway to Suoi Tien overpass, then turn left towards Linh Xuan overpass. From there, head onto National Highway 1K towards Bien Hoa for approximately 8km. Upon reaching the roundabout, turn onto Nguyen Ai Quoc Street and continue straight across Hóa An bridge. At the intersection, turn left onto Huynh Van Nghe Street, travel approximately 2.4km, and you'll arrive at Bửu Long tourist area.
- Opting for the bus? Here's how to do it.
To reach Bửu Long tourist area from Ho Chi Minh City, tourists need to take 2 bus routes.
Firstly, passengers should catch a bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Bien Hoa City:
If departing from Mien Tay Bus Station, you can take bus route 601 operating from 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM, approximately every 15–20 minutes. The fare for the entire route is 15,000 VND for a distance of 62km.
If starting from Cho Lon Bus Station, travelers can board bus number 05, which runs from 5:00 AM to 5:30 PM, approximately every 25 minutes. The fare for the entire trip is 15,000 VND for a distance of 38km.
Map of Bửu Long tourist area (photo by ST)
From Bien Hoa bus station to Bửu Long tourist area, tourists can take bus number 7 departing from Bien Hoa city bus station. The bus stops right in front of the tourist area gate, operating from 5:20 am to 6:10 pm, with a frequency of every 10 to 20 minutes. Ticket price is 5,000 VND/one way. Alternatively, you can choose bus route number 9, with the final stop being Bửu Long tourist area.
Nature in myriad colors (Photo by ST)
Ticket prices at Bửu Long tourist area
Entrance Ticket Prices
– Weekdays:
Children under 1.0m tall enter for free
Children from 1.0m to 1.3m tall: 20,000 VND/ticket
Adults taller than 1.3 meters: $30 per ticket
– Public Holidays – Tet Holidays:
Children under 1.0 meters receive free entrance tickets
Children from 1.0 meters to 1.3 meters: $30 per ticket
Adults taller than 1.3m: $40.00 per ticket
Entrance gate at the tourist area (photo by ST)
Price for filming, photography
Wedding photoshoot ticket: $600.00 per ticket/ team of 05 people, the 6th person onwards buys a regular entrance ticket
Lights, camera, action! Grab your ticket to become a filmmaker: $100 per person.
Game Ticket Prices
Dive into the pool: $20 per ticket
Electric bumper cars: $20 per ride
Mini F1 Racing: $20.00 per ticket
Army Horse Pull: $15.00 per ticket
Octopus Acrobat: $15.00 per ticket
Three-ball Juggle - Tower Ride: $15.00 per ticket
Fishing adventure: $10 per ticket
Kingdom of soccer: $20 per ticket
Archery challenge: $20 per ticket
Boat collision experience: $20 per ticket
Swan Lake Pedal Boat: $30.00/ticket
Long An Hidden Lake Tour Canoe: $100.00/ticket/04 people/trip
Long An Hidden Lake - Long Van Tour Canoe: $150.00/ticket/04 people/trip
And Long An Hidden Lake Tour Canoe: $150.00/ticket/08 people/trip
Explore the scenic beauty of Long An Lake with our exclusive boat tours! Just 250,000 VND per ticket for a group of up to 8 people per trip.
Experience the entirety of our resort area (Photo by ST)
Picnic Service Prices
Large BBQ grill (40cm x 60cm) + 1.5kg charcoal: 90,000 VND per set
Small kitchen (30cm x 40cm) + 1.5kg charcoal: $70/piece
30-liter ice chest: $50/chest
20-liter water container: $25/container (deposit required for container)
4m x 4m sitting mat: $50/mat/occasion
Chill zone with a 3m x 2m comfy mat: $30 per session
Cozy 2m x 2m seating mat: $20 per session
A-frame camping tent: $150 per set for 10 people
Twinkling love bridge (Photo by ST)
Overnight Camping Service Rates
From 10 individuals to 20 individuals: $90/person
From 21 individuals to 50 individuals: $80/person
For groups of 51 to 150 individuals: $70/person
For 151 to 300 people: $60 per person
For 301 to 500 people: $55 per person
For over 501 people: $50 per person
Camping tent: $150 per set for 10 people
Experience the warmth of a campfire with 0.4 Ster of firewood + fuel: 720,000đ
Enjoy the coziness of a campfire with 0.6 Ster of firewood + fuel: 850,000đ
Upgrade your campfire game with 0.8 Ster of firewood + fuel: 1,200,000đ
Discover the beauty of Bửu Long Lotus Lake (Photo by ST)
Binh Dien Mountain Range lies in the Northeast direction of the scenic area, covering an area of 8.7 hectares. At the summit and slopes of the mountain, there are several ancient trees, surrounded by lush vegetation. Large rock formations create peculiar shapes, resembling dragon jaws, tiger jaws, small rocks shaped like elephants, low rocks like fish, turtles…
The large rocks with various shapes create a unique appearance for the tourist area (Photo by ST)
Additionally, there is a hexagonal meditation pagoda, 3 four-tiered pagodas with scattered Buddha statues, adding solemnity and mystery to Binh Dien Mountain. Particularly, atop this mountain sits the Buu Phong Ancient Pagoda.
Buu Phong Ancient Pagoda sits subtly behind a large Bodhi tree, divided into sections: main hall, front hall, middle section, lecture hall, ancestral temple. The temple worships Buddha Ba, Thich Ca, Di Lac… Annually, the temple holds major ceremonies on the 1st and 15th days of the 1st, 7th, 10th lunar months, and the 8th day of the 12th lunar month.
Buu Phong Co Tu Temple stands majestically amidst the scenic landscape (Photo by ST)
Long An Mountain Range
Located eastward in the Bưu Long scenic area, amidst the Binh Dien mountain range and a 3.4-hectare lake, the highest peak reaches 52m above ground level, adorned with lush greenery along its slopes. Particularly, facing eastward lies the Long Son Thach Dong Temple, offering breathtaking natural scenery.
Embark on a scenic hike along the roadside to Long Son Temple (Photo by ST)
Perched on rugged terrain, Long Son Thach Dong Temple boasts numerous large and small rocks stacked atop each other.
The temple is divided into several sections:
- Main hall for worshiping Buddha Amitabha, Shakyamuni Buddha, and Prabhutaratna Buddha...
- To the right of the temple are statues of Shakyamuni Buddha, Maitreya Bodhisattva, the shrine of the Five Elements Mother, and the temple of Linh Son Holy Mother.
- To the left of the temple stand a statue of Shakyamuni Buddha in meditation, the shrine of Cau Thiên Huyen Nu, reclining Buddha statue, and a hexagonal-shaped pagoda.
- Behind the temple is Long An Monastery.
The temple hosts annual ceremonies on the 1st and 15th days of the lunar months, as well as on the 9th day of the 9th lunar month and the 8th day of the 4th lunar month.
Long Son Pagoda within the tourist area (image credit: ST)
Cluster of water bodies
The cluster of water bodies is situated in the southeast direction of the Buu Long scenic area, comprising two artificial lakes, Long Van and Long An, nestled closely together. Long An Lake lies at the foot of Long An Mountain, covering an area of 18.5 hectares. Originally a small body of water, it has evolved due to past stone quarrying activities and natural influences such as climate and rainfall.
Scenic view of Long An Lake (image credit: ST)
Hồ Long Vân lies nestled between the Long Conceal Mountain and Binh Dien Mountain, its surface always clear and tranquil due to the absence of protruding rocks, unlike the Long Conceal Lake, creating a picturesque landscape of mountains and waters, profoundly poetic.
A Dragon Conceals Itself (Photo by ST)
Enjoying leisure time at the Buu Long tourist area is a must-try experience.
- The entertainment zone offers a myriad of exciting activities for visitors to indulge in.
Passing through the main gate in the west direction, adorned with the symbol of 2 dragons clutching the pearl, lies the expansive central square with harmoniously arranged flower gardens and ornamental trees amidst lush green lawns, creating a refreshing atmosphere. Inside, there is a central stage area with a grandstand accommodating over 3000 seats for cultural and artistic activities.
Duck Riding on the Lake (Photo by ST)
This area is dedicated to entertainment games to serve children: bumper cars, bumper boats, inflatable castles, and merry-go-rounds... set in a shady mangrove forest. It also regularly hosts large camping activities for groups, schools, agencies, and workers from various industries...
Exciting Games at the Amusement Park (Photo by ST)
- In the land of ancient marvels
A sprawling prehistoric haven, spanning over 2 hectares, plays host to an array of avian and mammalian wonders: from graceful swans to vibrant parakeets, and from majestic peacocks to exotic pheasants.
Venture into this realm and encounter a captivating collection of prehistoric fauna sculptures: the fiery-breathed dragon, the mighty mammoth, the enigmatic nine-horned rhinoceros, the blazing phoenix, and the towering volcano.
A kiddie oasis - the poolside delight for our young explorers (Photo by ST)
Embark on a thrilling canoe adventure at the scenic Bửu Long tourist area (photo by ST)
Mountain Temple Complex
Bửu Long tourism has captivated numerous pilgrims, drawn to the renowned ancient temple Bửu Phong Cổ Tự, boasting intricate architectural designs and rich cultural significance.
This site also preserves a plethora of relics such as:
- The Enlightened Path
Moreover, there are several temples here dedicated to Buddhist practitioners and pilgrims, such as:
- Long Son Thach Dong Temple
The serene atmosphere at the tourist area (Photo: ST)
