Ba Be National Park Adventure 3 Days
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Itinerary

This 3-day Ba Be trip takes you to Vietnam’s largest natural lake in the northeast mountains. Activities include lake boating, cave visits, and village walks. Good for travelers who prioritize nature and cultural immersion over amenities.

Ba Be is remote area, about 6 hours from Hanoi on mountain roads. Once there, you’ll boat on the lake, trek to Hmong villages (easy to moderate walks, nothing technical), bike around nearby areas, and eat with your host family. The Tay people are welcoming hosts, though English is limited. Expect home-cooked meals, simple sleeping arrangements, and basic washing facilities. With our private tour, you can choose the most suitable accommodations and travel pace, contact us via this form or email [email protected] to design your trip.

Highlights:

  • Tay Homestay: Sleep in a traditional stilt house, eat meals with the family, experience daily village life
  • Ba Be Lake: Full-day boat trip visiting waterfalls, swimming spots, and Puong Cave
  • Hua Ma Cave & Trekking: Bike or walk to the cave, trek through valleys to Hmong and Dao villages
  • Wildlife & Nature: Early morning lake views, possible bird watching, mountain scenery

Day 01: HANOI - BA BE LAKE

Early morning, we leave Hanoi and then hit the road north towards Ba Be National Park, one of the largest natural lakes in Vietnam, home to many kinds of birds, scenic valleys, towering rocky outcrops, underground river tributaries, a gigantic cave and local ethnic minorities, including the Tay, Red Dao and Hmong.

Afternoon, we take a short biking trip from your homestay to discover the spectacular Hua Ma cave. Followed by hiking around small villages and along the riverfront.

The night is spent with a local family in the traditional house of a Tay family to experience their way of life. Lunch & dinner is served at the local homestay.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Tour guide: English Speaking Guide

Immerse in the traquil Ba Be

Day 02: TREKKING IN BA BE NATIONAL PARK

Beginning with a morning trek in the park where you can discover Ba Be landscape with its diversity and beauty. We descend into the scenic valley, home to the Tay minority people and encircled by rock formations. In the afternoon, we cross the rolling hills and pass Hmong and Red Dao villages.

The scenery is extraordinary, with rural farmland and rugged mountains jutting out of the tangled jungle growth. Our day ends in the same local family for the night.

Breakfast, lunch & dinner are served at the local homestay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Tour guide: English-speaking guide

Boat trip to explore Mysterious Ba Be Lake

Day 03: BA BE LAKE - HANOI

After breakfast at the homestay, we walk to Po Lu Quay to board a boat trip around Ba Be Lake. We stroll along the Nang river, visit some lovely villages and hike the upper reaches of the lake, in an area marked by massive limestone cliffs and mountains. You can choose to relax on board, do some wildlife spotting or refresh yourself by jumping into the cool, clean waters for a refreshing swim!

After the stunning exploration along the lake, say goodbye to the homestay and come back to Hanoi. Lunch at the local restaurant. End of services.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Tour guide: English-speaking guide

Amazing Ba Be Lake

Pricing

Category Price valid from Jan 1st – Dec 31st, 2026 (per person in US dollar)
2 people 3 – 4 people 5 – 6 people 7 – 8 people Single Supplement
$367 $294 $220 $188 $37

Note: If you’re planning to visit Vietnam in 2025 or at another time, please fill out the form below or email us at [email protected] to get a quote with a customizable itinerary.

ACCOMMODATION

Below is our suggested accommodations. As we offer private tour, your hotel can be selected to match your travel interests.

Destination Hotel’s Name Room Type
Ba Be Ba Be Farmstay Standard Room

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TRIP INCLUSIVE

  • Accommodations base on twin sharing room with daily breakfast
  • Private transfer with air-conditioned car for airport pick up/drop off
  • Bottle of water and cold towel daily on the private car
  • Regional and experienced English speaking guides
  • Meals as indicated (without beverage)
  • All entrance and sightseeing fees.
  • Services charges and government tax

TRIP EXCLUSIVE

  • Travel insurances
  • Drink and meals not mentioned in Inclusive column
  • Personal tipping and gratuities
  • International flight ticket
  • Vietnam Visa

Note:

* Check-in time: 02.00pm – Check-out time: 12.00pm

* Price is based on minimum of 2 people sharing 1 double/ twin room. Single supplement is surcharged when one person occupies one room.

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