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Embark on a journey to Mộc Châu and uncover the secrets of the beautiful highlands nestled in the Northwest mountains. Beyond the streams and flowers lies the enchanting Bản Ôn Cave. With its untouched beauty and challenging terrain, Bản Ôn Cave has become one of the most beloved destinations for adventurers.
Introducing Bản Ôn Cave
Legend has it that after the historical flood in 2006 in the Mộc Châu plateau of Sơn La province, the local people discovered a system of 5 caves, which we now know as Bản Ôn Cave. Despite being marked on the map of prominent Mộc Châu tourist attractions, the rugged terrain and challenges of reaching it have preserved its pristine beauty since ancient times. The terrain of Bản Ôn Cave is treacherous, mostly consisting of narrow dirt roads, winding through the landscape, often created by local villagers.
Where is Ngũ động Bản Ôn located?
The system of 5 caves lying deep underground Ngũ động Bản Ôn is situated in Bản Ôn, Mộc Châu town, Mộc Châu district, Sơn La province. It seems that until now, very few people are aware of the existence of this place, so the natural beauty mixed with a bit of mystery of the cave remains intact.
How to get to Ngũ động Bản Ôn
Ngũ động Bản Ôn was formed by floods, nestled deep in rocky caves so it is separated from the outside. To fully explore the beauty of this place, tourists going to Mộc Châu will have to go through a long and extremely dangerous journey. If you have decided to explore Ngũ động Bản Ôn, then you should form a group of at least 4 - 5 people to support each other. If not, you can consider booking a cheap tour to be grouped and have a local guide to assist.
Traveling with a group of tourists, you can rent a motorbike to move around and explore every nook and cranny and the beautiful scenery here. From the Mộc Châu intersection, turn right to Nông Trường town, go straight about 7km, you will see signs leading to the cave. The road is quite narrow, just enough for one motorcycle to pass, so remember to drive carefully.
It is best for tourists to choose a manual bike instead of a scooter, as it will be easier to handle and navigate on winding roads like this. When you arrive at Ngũ động Bản Ôn, you can rest assured that there are many self-made parking spots along the forest edge to choose from and venture deep into exploration.
Which season is the best to visit Ngũ động Bản Ôn?
Mộc Châu is located in a cool plateau region, with a pleasant climate with mild sunshine all year round. At some points, the temperature in this area is very low and heavy rain often occurs around early August.
Though the tea hills of Mộc Châu are lush green and the Dải Yếm waterfall is gushing with white foam, the journey to conquer Ngũ động Bản Ôn will be more challenging. The road becomes damp and slippery, so we must be extremely careful. However, traveling in the rainy season also has its own charm, as the lush vegetation and cool air will make our journey more comfortable.
To have more exciting experiences, we can combine a trip to Mộc Châu with nearby places such as Heart-shaped tea hill, for example. If necessary, remember to refer to detailed travel experiences in Mộc Châu that Mytour has prepared to know where to go, what to eat, and where to stay.
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Not only do we get to pass through lush green tea hills, but the journey to explore Ngũ động Bản Ôn also gives domestic tourists the opportunity to admire beautiful flower hills, a highlight amidst the green of the mountains and the sky. Each season, this plateau land puts on a new, sweet and gentle coat.
- January: White cherry blossom covers the hillsides.
- March: Ban flowers bloom, creating a poetic scene like pouring honey.
- September: The gentle pink color of buckwheat flowers on the plateaus.
- November: Small wild sunflowers shine bright yellow across the sky, looking full of life.
Experience the feeling amidst the cold winter air, we can immerse ourselves in apricot blossoms, wild cherry blossoms in the forest. Surely your journey to explore Ngũ động Bản Ôn will be more enticing than ever.
Depending on personal preferences and needs, tourists can choose suitable departure schedules. Rest assured that each season in Mộc Châu has its own charming beauty, attracting countless travel enthusiasts to visit every year.
Conquering Ngũ động Bản Ôn Journey
Although recently discovered not too long ago, the scenery of Ngũ động Bản Ôn is no less beautiful than any other famous cave. After overcoming the treacherous roads, tourists will witness the majestic and pristine beauty of this place with its unique rock formations.
The system of 5 caves is likened to the five elements: Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth, each with many mysterious and captivating beauties that invite travelers from afar. The narrow, slippery paths, through numerous rock crevices, dense pristine forests only add to the challenge and stimulate the spirit of exploration for adventurers.
Perhaps nature has been overly generous to the land of Mộc Châu by bestowing 5 amazing caves. The road to the cave is quite long, with narrow paths and many slopes, so caution is needed when traveling. In the middle of the journey, there is a small house serving as an ideal rest stop once you feel tired. This house is used by local ethnic people to rest while herding livestock in the mountains.
Here, groups of adventurers often gather to eat, rest, and recharge after feeling tired, preparing for the next journey. The remaining stretch of the road is a shaded pristine forest. Here we can easily see many rare and precious wood species. Along the way, there are signs indicating the visit to the 4th cave or the remaining cave complex.
After the long journey to the entrance of cave 3, which is quite narrow and only enough for one person to pass through, when stepping inside, you will first feel that the cave is quite spacious and deep. Right at the entrance of the cave is the altar of Mother Âu Cơ, according to local people, this is a place where people from Mộc Châu often visit on Tet holidays.
The result we gain after this long journey is the exquisite beauty of the stalactite system. Each stalactite piece connects with countless shapes and impressive shades. Depending on the imagination, each person will have different perceptions of the shapes of stalactites in the cave, such as lotus pedestals or silver trees...
Enthralled by the seemingly endless beauty, all fatigue seems to gradually disappear. Only us with the rare and wonderful gift of nature. There is one regret for many Mộc Châu visitors when coming here, that many beautiful but dangerous corners in the cave due to lack of lighting systems, so people cannot conquer them.
Some Notes When Visiting Ngũ động Bản Ôn
- Travelers to Mộc Châu should pay attention to their attire, wearing stretchy clothes combined with hiking shoes to make movement easier.
- It may not be necessary, but remember to bring insect repellent along with some light snacks.
- Each cave has a relatively small area so we can visit all 5 caves in one day. However, the journey will be quite challenging for those who are unfamiliar with the route.
- If you want to set foot in Ngũ động Bản Ôn, we need to prepare both mentally and physically for this long journey.
- The entrance to the cave is dark and mysterious, with a faint light creeping in to illuminate the countless stalactites in various shapes and sizes. Travelers to Mộc Châu should look, touch, and feel but refrain from any harmful impact on the natural beauty of this place.
- Each cave has its own beauty, don't forget to bring a flashlight or anything that can provide light if you want to explore the stalactites inside to see what shapes they are. Many hidden corners in the cave are beautiful but dangerous because they are not illuminated.
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DAY 01: HANOI – MỘC CHÂU
Stop for check-in at Thung Khe Pass or also known as White Rock Cliff, from here we will admire the majestic mountains of the Northwest. After arriving in Mộc Châu, you will visit Dải Yếm Waterfall - a small waterfall but with an enchanting beauty, Love Bridge and Happy Land Flower Garden with an area of nearly 5 hectares owning colorful flower beds.
In addition, tourists should visit Bản Áng Pine Forest, resembling a miniature Da Lat in Mộc Châu. Here you can rent a bicycle or sit on a horse-drawn carriage to leisurely explore around Bản Áng Lake.
DAY 02: TEA HILL OF HEART – MỘC CHÂU – HANOI
Visit the Tea Hill of Heart, not only the most beautiful tea hill in Mộc Châu Plateau but also the most beautiful tea hill in Vietnam. This is also the raw material area for producing the famous brand O Long tea. The Tea Hill of Heart is also located on the route to Ngũ động Bản Ôn, so you can combine it into your trekking itinerary for easier movement.
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The journey to conquer Ngũ động Bản Ôn may be full of challenges but once overcoming all difficulties, travelers in Mộc Châu will be immersed in the majestic beauty of nature, the pure sound of birds, and the colorful scenery of thousands of flowers. Don't forget to contact us through the hotline Mytour if you intend to take a tour to Mộc Châu to explore the unique and fascinating cave system on this plateau.
