If you have the opportunity to travel to Nha Trang and are passionate about trekking and conquering challenges, do not miss going to Hon Ba Nha Trang. This place is known as the “second Da Lat” with a cool climate and hundreds of years old primeval forest.
About Hon Ba Nha Trang
Hon Ba is a tourist destination located about 50km from Nha Trang city center, located between Khanh Vinh and Cam Lam districts (Khanh Hoa). Although this is an emerging address, it has become a place that attracts a large number of tourists every year. Because when coming here, visitors will be overwhelmed by the majestic and wild beauty that is hard to find anywhere else. In particular, the top of Hon Ba Nha Trang is considered by many to be a fairy hidden in the jungle. Hon Ba Nha Trang
This is the place where French explorer and doctor Alexandre Yersin came to live, research, and grow precious constructions in 1915. His house until now is still stored, preserved, and returned. become a prominent tourist attraction in Hon Ba Nha Trang . The scenery here is really majestic
The ideal time to explore Hon Ba Nha Trang
The weather in Khanh Hoa is quite humid, with seasonal rain. Therefore, according to Nha Trang’s travel experience, you should avoid going in the rainy season, which usually takes place from October to November. In the rainy season, the rocks are slippery, so the road to Hon Ba Nha Trang will face many difficulties, even sometimes life will be in danger. You should avoid going in the rainy season
Move to Hon Ba Nha Trang
Luhanhvietnam believes that the road to Hon Ba Nha Trang will be an unforgettable memory in the hearts of tourists because it is so beautiful. It will take you about 2 hours to go from Nha Trang – Hon Ba. It’s not easy to get to heaven, isn’t it? This stretch of road will bring you many mixed emotions, sometimes it’s mellow, poetic, sometimes it’s precarious.
You can go along Highway 1A, move in the direction of Suoi Cat – Cam Lam – Cam Ranh. Here you will see the first digital pole guiding the way to Thap Ba. When you get close to the place, you will see a vast primeval forest with big horns. The higher you go, the colder the climate. Going deeper inside, you will hear the murmuring stream, birds chirping. The road to Hon Ba Nha Trang
What’s interesting about Hon Ba Nha Trang tourist area?
Currently, at the top of Hon Ba mountain, it is closed to tourists. However, you can still freely explore other places such as: primeval forest, Suoi Dau hydroelectric lake, doctor Yersin’s house, …
Visit the residence of Dr. Alexandre Yersin
Referring to Hon Ba Nha Trang , one cannot forget to mention the house of Dr. Alexandre Yersin. This work was built in 1863 to conduct research and plant Cinchona to treat malaria. Later, this house was restored and became a conservation point to commemorate the merits of the doctor. Doctor Alexandre Yersin’s Residence
The wooden house has a 2-storey design with a total area of 11.4m x 8.7m. Around the house, there are vestiges such as stables for horses, ancient tea trees, … All are located in the complex “Hon Ba tourist area”. This is a prominent relic in Hon Ba tourist area
Explore the rich flora and fauna
In addition to the relics associated with Yersin’s doctor, Hon Ba Nha Trang also attracts tourists with its wild and magnificent natural scenery. According to scientific statistics, in this nature reserve, there are about 600 species of higher plants (po mu, redwood, rosemary, ebony,…; 255 species of animals, including 59 species listed in the red book such as red book, etc.) : gibbon, black-shanked douc langur,… Nature in Hon Ba is wild and majestic
Often visitors to Hon Ba Nha Trang are lovers of discovering natural beauty or passionate about photography. In the middle of the immense mountain scenery, the whispering wind, the sound of birds and animals, … All contribute to creating an interesting natural symphony. Explore the primeval forest
Many tourists come to Hon Ba Mountain and choose to stay overnight so that they can fully feel the wildness of the mountains and forests, to enjoy the cold of the wind and dew at night. When waking up, clouds cover the whole space, at that time the sun comes out creating a wonderful picture of nature. Camping by the stream
Check in Suoi Nguon tower
On the way to conquer Hon Ba Nha Trang, you will encounter Suoi Nguon tower. There are many large waterfalls rushing by the undulating rocks. Resting here, you have the opportunity to admire the scenery of sky – young – water merging into one. The experience of bathing in the stream, camping by the stream or checking in are all wonderful. (Photo: _inspire_me)Relax in the cool stream
Visiting Suoi Dau Lake
Suoi Dau Lake is located at the foot of Hon Ba Mountain and is also an attractive destination that should not be missed when exploring this tourist area. Actually, Suoi Dau lake is an artificial lake built with the purpose of enhancing irrigation for local people, so it is also known as Suoi Dau industrial park. The 37km road from Suoi Dau to the top of the mountain has twists and turns, suitable for adventurous souls.Suoi Dau Lake
Enjoy mountain food
Unlike famous specialties in Nha Trang such as: crabs, lobsters, crabs, fish, … in Hon Ba Nha Trang , visitors will enjoy many dishes with bold flavors of mountains and forests such as: stream fish. , pork, hill chicken,… Don’t forget to enjoy mountain food
Note when coming to Hon Ba Nha Trang
- Ticket price to explore Hon Ba Nha Trang is completely free, but the ticket to enter Suoi Nguon tower is 10k/person.
- There are no gas stations on the mountain, so before you come, fill up the tank.
- Along the road, there are a few households serving noodles, rice, beef, chicken,… But to be more proactive, please contact to book in advance.
- Accommodation service in Hon Ba has not yet developed, at night the temperature drops, so if you want to camp overnight, you must be physically fit.
- You can bring warm clothes, flashlight, tent, raincoat, insect repellent, sleeping bag, …
Prepare some necessary supplies
Just heard about the experience at Hon Ba Nha Trang , but my feet already want to go. Let’s schedule, invite some hardcore friends and pack your bags to come right away. This trip is sure to bring you many interesting things.
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