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1. Getting to Ho Ta Dung Dak Nong
There are 2 options for you to reach Ho Ta Dung:
- By bus: From Ho Chi Minh City, take a bus to Gia Nghia town, Dak Nong province (280km away). Or from Buon Ma Thuot, catch a bus to Gia Nghia (160km). Then, you can rent a motorbike or take a bus or taxi to Ho Ta Dung. It's about 45km from Gia Nghia to Ta Dung.
- By motorbike: This is the ideal way for adventurous travelers. You can manage your time and travel easily. From Ho Chi Minh City, take QL13, from Buon Ma Thuot, take QL14 to Gia Nghia town. From Gia Nghia, ride along QL28 to Di Linh through Quang Khe district to reach Ta Dung.
2. Delicious Cuisine at Ho Ta Dung
When backpacking to Ho Ta Dung, don't just stop at admiring the majestic waterfalls or exploring the unique ecosystem of the mountains and forests. You can indulge in authentic Central Highlands cuisine such as grilled chicken with bamboo rice, traditional rice wine,...
Traditional Rice Wine: Nowadays, traditional rice wine is not only exclusive to the people of the Central Highlands but also produced and sold to other regions. When visiting Dak Nong, it's a must to taste the traditional rice wine, as it represents both the specialty and the cultural beauty of this land.
Bamboo Rice: Each bite of bamboo rice carries the fragrance of glutinous rice and the essence of the forest, firm yet tender, never getting dull. Even without accompanying dishes, its rich flavor is undeniable. These are the specialties you can't miss on your journey to explore Ho Ta Dung!
Dak Glong Loquats: Ho Ta Dung not only captivates with its beauty and poetry but also offers numerous delicious and enticing specialties for us to enjoy. Dak Glong loquats are one of the most famous specialties here that you shouldn't overlook. Despite their small size, Dak Glong loquats are incredibly fragrant and delicious. Once you've tasted them, you'll never forget.
Here are some recommended dining spots:
- Ta Dung Boat Station
- Lodge Restaurant in Gia Nghia town, Dak Nong province
- Hoang Ngan Restaurant near Swan Lake, Gia Nghia town
- Thuy Cuong Goat Restaurant on Hung Vuong Street
- Cao Nguyen Restaurant on Nguyen Van Troi Street
3. Where to stay when visiting Tà Đùng Lake?
To facilitate your sightseeing trip to Tà Đùng Lake, you can choose Tadung Topview Homestay (Uncle Đông's House) in Đắk Som commune, Đắk Glong district. This homestay currently has only 5 rooms, including double rooms priced at 700,000 VND per night. If staying with 3 people, there will be an additional charge of 100,000 VND. The rooms here are very comfortable, with upscale and clean toilets.
It's best to book and make a deposit a week in advance to avoid full occupancy, especially on weekends.
Depending on your preferences and the number of people traveling, you can choose the type of room you like. In addition to dorm rooms, the homestay also provides tents in case the rooms are fully booked or if you enjoy experiencing the cold when the dew falls. However, shared toilets will be used, priced at 300,000 VND per tent for 2 people. Alternatively, you can also choose budget hotels in Đắk Nông city center for convenience in visiting and traveling to other tourist destinations.
4. What to explore when backpacking at Tà Đùng Lake?
Visiting Tà Đùng Lake, of course, you wouldn't miss out on this place, right? Gazing at Tà Đùng Lake from above, you'll be overwhelmed by the beauty that nature brings. With about 40 large and small islands dotting the lake, everything in front of you is very poetic and interesting.
Right at the homestay, there is a swimming pool with a magnificent view of Tà Đùng Lake. From this pool, you can admire the panoramic view of Tà Đùng Lake from above. The picturesque scenery seems to be within reach. Or splash around in the crystal-clear water of the pool, enjoying the magnificent scenery of nature. Boating on Tà Đùng Lake for sightseeing: right at the boat dock, there is a place to park motorcycles. You can rent a boat to visit camping sites and explore the surrounding scenery. You can stay overnight on the islands, enjoying the tranquil atmosphere of the majestic mountains and forests of the Central Highlands.
Boating on the lake: It feels amazing as if you are truly traveling to Ha Long Bay. Here, there are many small islands dotting the clear and cool water. Rowing to admire the lake and immersing yourself in nature, you can truly feel the peace here. The scenery is still pristine, but that's why many people love the simplicity of Tà Đùng Lake amidst the sunny and windy Central Highlands. Along the way to Tà Đùng Lake, you can visit Liêng Nung Waterfall, the fairy waterfall of Đắk Nông. Located about 37 km from the homestay, Liêng Nung Waterfall is an ideal place to explore and bathe in the waterfall.
5. Best Time to Visit
In Dak Nong, the year is distinctly divided into two seasons: the dry season (lasting from November to April the following year) and the rainy season (occurring from May to October). If you want to marvel at the majestic nature with large waterfalls pouring down, you should choose the rainy season. But if you prefer a more convenient travel itinerary, you should visit Tà Đùng - Đắk Nông in the dry season.
Tà Đùng is located in the Central Highlands region, so the climate is quite hot throughout the year. However, Tà Đùng Lake is an ecotourism ecosystem with lush greenery, so it's relatively cool and pleasant here. Young travelers can embark on their backpacking journey all year round without worry. Tà Đùng Lake is perhaps most beautiful from September to December because during this time, Dak Nong receives more rain, making the trees on the small islands in the lake lush green. The high water level is suitable for travelers to leisurely boat around and enjoy the scenery.
