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Alongside famous attractions in Vung Tau such as Christ the Redeemer Statue, Our Lady of Bai Dau Statue, Vung Tau Lighthouse, and White Palace, one cannot overlook Ho May - the highland tourism area offering a variety of unique tourist experiences.
Ho May Tourism Area in Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province (Photo: Collected)
Ho May Tourism Area in Vung Tau
- Address: 1A Tran Phu, Ward 1, Vung Tau, Vietnam
Ho May covers an area of 50 hectares, situated at an altitude of 210 meters above sea level. The place always enjoys a cool climate and fresh air, providing a delightful and comfortable feeling for tourists.
Map of this Vung Tau Ecotourism Area (Photo: Collected)
To reach Ho May, instead of traveling by motorbike, walking, or cycling, visitors take a cable car. Tourists will have an interesting and amazing cable car journey spanning over 500 meters, allowing them to admire the panoramic view of Vung Tau city.
The cable car of Ho May tourist area (Photo: Collected)
Prices for tickets at Ho May tourist area in Vung Tau
- All-inclusive admission ticket
Adults: 400,000 VND
Children from 1m to 1.3m: 200,000 VND
Free for children under 1m tall.
- Electric car sightseeing tour
Tour visiting Ancient Cannon Battlefield: Adults: 150,000 VND
Children: 75,000 VND
Children under 1m tall are free of charge
Hồ Mây Park sightseeing tour: Adults: 100,000 VND
Children: 50,000 VND
Children under 1m tall are free of charge
Hồ Mây Resort is the perfect resort destination (Photo by ST)
- Night sightseeing tour
Adults: 200,000 VND
Children: 100,000 VND
Children under 1m tall are free of charge
- Other services
Meeting room service: 100,000 VND per guest per session
Tea break: 50,000 VND per guest per session
Stage sound: 5,000,000 VND per package per session
Team building: 5,000,000 VND per package for 5 games
Campfire: 1,000,000 VND per package
Grill + 3kg of charcoal: 300,000 VND per grill
Artificial lake at Ho May Vung Tau (Photo: Collected)
What does Ho May Vung Tau have?
If Da Nang has the road to the fairyland of Ba Na, then Ho May is the fairyland amidst Vung Tau. The name Ho May itself intrigues many curious travelers to set foot here. It's a perfect combination of mountain and sea scenery.
When you come to Ho May, you will marvel at the artificial lake atop the largest mountain in Vietnam, the majestic waterfall towering above the clouds, the diverse ecological garden with various types of animals, the entertainment area for all ages, and even the cultural and spiritual tourism area.
Panoramic view of Ho May tourist area in Vung Tau (Photo: Collected)
When you arrive here, travelers will experience a range of emotions from surprise, astonishment, awe to being mesmerized by this mysterious paradise. What's special here is that despite being high up in the mountains, there are complete services from A to Z, with plenty of games like an amusement park, temples, Buddha statues, flower gardens, swimming pools, restaurants, high-class hotels, resorts... like a mini city on the high mountainside.
Games at Ho May tourist area in Vung Tau (Photo: Collected)
1. Amusement Park
Ho May is an entertainment paradise with many exciting games featuring modern technology, safety, suitable for all ages, including areas for children, extreme sensation games, or simple gentle games...
If you are an active person and love outdoor activities, then join in adventures in the primeval forest, camping, horseback riding...
Paintball game at Ho May in Vung Tau (Photo: Collected)
Or for something gentler, you can ride a tandem bike, pedal swan boats on the artificial lake, or simply explore Ho May on horseback.
Boat paddling area at Ho May (Photo: Collected)
Weekend tours at Ho May Vung Tau (Photo: Collected)
If you're an adrenaline junkie and want to experience the thrill of extreme sports, you can try activities like Pirate Ship, Octopus, Swing, Zipline... You'll enjoy the sensation of soaring high in the sky.
Pirate Ship game at Ho May tourist area (Photo: Collected)
Zipline adventure (Photo: Collected)
Especially, the water park area includes a pool complex, a relaxing Jucuzzi pool, a 60m curved slide, and a 30m straight slide from a height of 10m, which has been recognized as the first mountain water park in Vietnam.
Water park area at Ho May (Photo: Collection)
Enjoy beach bathing atop Ho May hills (Photo: Collection)
Additionally, there's a 5D cinema, sports car racing area, sand playground area, artificial mountain climbing area, horse riding club, magic circus area... and many other unique and exciting games.
Attractive 5D movie viewing area for tourists (Photo: Collection)
The children's play area offers a variety of games such as carousel, airplane, spinning chair, duck pedaling, artistic bubble blowing, electric train, electric car... for selection. The diverse games and spacious area have delighted the youngsters.
Explore the car crashing game (Photo: Collection)
2. Eco-tourism area of Ho May
With its fresh and cool climate, it's no wonder this place boasts a rich and diverse flora and fauna including: Caribbean pine forest, Japanese cherry blossom garden, orchid garden, Ho Chi Minh flower garden, deciduous forest, zoo with bears, deer, wild boars, horses... and many other rare and precious species of flora and fauna.
Admire the Japanese Cherry Blossom Garden at Ho May (Photo: Collection)
Vung Tau boasts a diverse Ho May with abundant wildlife (Photo: Collection)
Ho May also features the Fairy Mountain, approximately 270m above sea level, with a cool and breezy atmosphere. True to its name, Fairy Mountain offers a glimpse of a 'fairyland', likened to a place where earth meets sky. On the mountain, there's a wooden house area, a space dedicated to visitors interested in meditation or yoga practice.
Clear blue waterfall (Photo: Collection)
3. Cultural and Religious Tourism Area
Visitors here not only enjoy a variety of entertainment services and explore the ecological area with rare wildlife but also visit many architectural and spiritual structures. Among them, Ho May Main Temple stands out as a prominent Buddhist architectural site in the tourist area.The Ho May Main Temple worships the Triple Gem Buddha and Ngoc Xa Loi, brought from Myanmar. Outside the Main Temple are the 30-meter tall Maitreya Buddha statue and the Shakyamuni Buddha statue.
The Maitreya Buddha statue at Ho May (Photo: Collection)
In addition to the above structures, Ho May also features the Arhat Path, the Buddha Relic Cave with the worship of Ngoc Xa Loi, 33 Zen ancestors, and the Three Wishes waterfall. There's also the mysterious Bê Lem rock, the statue of Virgin Mary, the National Heroes Temple, and historical relics such as French colonial ruins and Ba Ra Mountain from the resistance war against the U.S.
Image of 18 Arhats (Photo: Collection)
4. Folk Cultural Tourism Area
Another exciting experience that visitors must try is to participate in traditional folk games such as cockfighting, toy figurines, kite flying... and explore the folk cultural spaces associated with many fairy tales such as: Cuoi sitting under the banyan tree, Thach Sanh, Cinderella...
Traditional kite flying games at Ho May location (Photo: ST)
5. Ancient Fortresses
As an intriguing sightseeing destination that visitors cannot miss when visiting Ho May tourist area. The ancient fortress sits on the slopes of the Great Mountain, built by the French in 1940 and has been classified as a historical and cultural relic by Ba Ria Vung Tau province. Few would imagine that atop a high mountain in such a picturesque setting like Ho May, there exists a structure that has endured the ups and downs of time, witnessing the events of the nation.
Visitors come here not only to admire the majestic natural scenery, indulge in entertainment activities, and explore cultural values, but also to learn about a historical legacy from the French resistance era.
Ancient Fortress - Witness of history (Photo: ST)
6. Explore Ho May tourist area
At Ho May tourist area, numerous exploration tours are organized, such as survival skills tour, ancient fortress exploration tour, Ho May tourist area tour, jungle expedition, and Vietnamese cultural discovery tour dating back thousands of years.
The exploration tours organized at Ho May tourist area will surely provide you with impressive experiences, helping you gain more understanding and learn many life skills.
Exploring the jungle to discover the natural world (Photo: ST)
Where to stay at Ho May tourist area?
Alongside the enticing attractions, Ho May in Ho May boasts a system of high-end resort accommodations, restaurants, cafes, gym facilities, and spa rooms for beauty care. Here, you'll find all amenities and services like a miniature city in the sky.
Ho May Resort
- Rating: 3 stars
- Address: 1A Tran Phu, Ward 1, Front Beach/High-speed train station, Vung Tau, Vietnam
This is the highest mountain resort in Vung Tau with luxurious, top-notch amenities. All rooms offer a panoramic view of the sea. From here, the beautiful coastal city of Vung Tau unfolds before your eyes.
Review of the Beautiful Ho May Resort (Photo: Collection)
Ho May Resort is a luxurious resort area with 36 well-equipped rooms, each furnished with amenities such as wardrobe, minibar, safe box, work desk, and a separate guest reception area. Especially, each room here features large windows offering a scenic view of the beautiful and romantic beach.
All rooms at Ho May Resort are adorned with premium wooden flooring, yet they still provide guests with a warm, familiar feeling as if they were in their own family home.
As a Luxurious Resort Area (Photo: Collection)
Additional Services Available.
After a day of exploring the natural landscapes, participating in recreational activities at Ho May Park, you're likely to feel exhausted. This is the perfect time to indulge in moments of absolute relaxation, awakening your senses and quickly replenishing your energy with health and beauty care services.
Beauty care services at Ho May include full-body massages, facial massages, and foot massages to enhance the effects of hot mineral baths. For those interested in skincare, body temperature balancing, or working out, the spa and gym at Ho May are ideal destinations for rejuvenating the skin and improving overall health.
Using spa services is a wonderful way to relax (Photo: ST)
At Ho May Resort, guests are served meals in-room 24/7. Moreover, at the resort's restaurant, guests can choose from a variety of Asian and European specialties prepared by top culinary chefs.
While staying at Ho May Resort, guests can also participate in a wide range of other exciting recreational activities such as fishing in the hotel's fishing lake, joining health clubs for workouts, and engaging in karaoke sessions.
The swimming pool for guests to relax at the resort (Photo: ST)
In addition to recreational services, at Ho May Resort, guests can also enjoy beauty care services, body massages, or relaxation in the premium spa steam rooms.
Ho May Resort boasts an excellent location for guests to easily access tourist attractions, coupled with premium services that will ensure guests have a wonderful vacation.
Cable Car Hotel
- Address: 1A Tran Phu Street, Front Beach, Vung Tau City
Cable Car Hotel at Ho May consists of 14 family rooms, 3 dormitory rooms with reasonable and stable prices suitable for families or groups of friends to explore and relax without worrying about costs, thanks to the affordable hotel system.
The hotel, built facing the sea, offers a luxurious and romantic space amidst the misty clouds and lush primeval forest. In front of the hotel is the Hon Ru Ri dining area and the Greenlines DP submarine dock, making it convenient for guests to relax after stressful days.
Neat and clean bedroom arrangements (ST photo)
Ho May also features a restaurant system and meeting rooms to meet every need of guests.
Rich culinary area
Visitors to Ho May can indulge in a rich culinary experience with the seafood restaurant system at Ho May, featuring the unique seafood raft that allows guests to taste the true flavors of fresh and safe oceanic delights.
Indulge in a rich, fresh seafood culinary experience at Ho May (ST photo)
The seafood dishes here are also very diverse (ST photo)
The delicious and safe flavors of the sea (Photo: Collection)
Ho May Restaurant is considered one of the most picturesque spots, offering stunning views where Vung Tau tourists can admire the Di Lac Buddha statue, the Christ the Redeemer statue, or enjoy the sight of the sea with its gentle waves and bustling boats docking. The restaurant also features meeting rooms, conference facilities, and buffet services. With its spacious and elegant design, this place ensures the satisfaction of tourists visiting Ho May.
Image of Ho May Restaurant (Photo: Collection)
Interior view of the restaurant (Photo: Collection)
Hon Ru Ri Seafood Restaurant is located at 1A Tran Phu Street, considered one of the most beautiful streets in Vung Tau with its advantageous position nestled between mountains and sea. It can accommodate up to 1000 guests and offers a variety of services including breakfast, coffee, seafood, and forest specialties.
The restaurant boasts a large seafood farm on-site, offering a variety of seafood such as crabs, lobsters, squid, shrimp, flying fish, catfish, and many other types of fish. Therefore, the restaurant always ensures a stable supply of high-quality fresh seafood at affordable prices throughout the year.
At Hon Ru Ri Seafood Restaurant, you will have the freedom to choose from a wide selection of fresh seafood (Photo: ST)
Ho May – an enchanting paradise with diverse tourism activities. Ho May Tourist Area promises to offer visitors the most interesting and wonderful experiences.
Come here to visit the first high-altitude water park in Vietnam, explore the artificial lake, enjoy various entertainment services, or simply admire the picturesque scenery. Explore the spiritual tourism area for peace and tranquility. Here, alluring services are provided, ensuring that you will not be disappointed when visiting.
Outdoor party at Ho May Restaurant (Photo: ST)
