3-Day Ba Be Lake - Ban Gioc Waterfall Private Tour: Discover Northern Vietnam's Natural Wonders

Embark on a 3-day private tour to Ba Be Lake and Ban Gioc Waterfall, where you’ll uncover the natural wonders of Northern Vietnam. Swim, kayak, and fish in Ba Be Lake, marvel at the breathtaking Ban Gioc Waterfall, and experience the unique cultures and customs of rural Vietnam.

Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Hanoi - Quang Uyen

Museum of Cultures of Vietnam’s Ethnic Groups - Depart from Hanoi to Quang Uyen at 8 AM for a 6-hour drive. Make a stop in Thai Nguyen city to visit the Museum of Ethnic Minorities in Vietnam.

Bưu điện huyện Quảng Hòa - After having lunch in Bac Kan city, traverse six mountainous passes to reach a homestay in an incense-making village in Quang Uyen district, Cao Bang province. Spend the rest of the day exploring the life of the Nung people and their incense-making craft. For those seeking more stunning landscapes, a 1-hour hike up the mountain behind the village is recommended to capture the exotic view and enjoy a sunset break at the peak.

Quang Uyen – Ban Gioc Waterfall – Nguom Ngao Cave – Ba Be Lake

Ban Gioc Waterfall - Detian Falls - Start your day with some morning exercise and relish the fresh air before enjoying a local breakfast. Then, head to the mesmerizing Ban Gioc waterfall, the fourth largest border waterfall in the world, located between Vietnam and China. On the way, take a short walk around Phuoc Sen village, a Nung village known for its traditional knife-making craft.

Nguom Ngao Cave - Visit the stunning Nguom Ngao limestone cave, also known as Tiger Cave, before returning to Ba Be Lake. Enjoy a peaceful sunset by the lake, and if time allows, take a refreshing swim in the lake’s cool waters.

Ba Be Lake Half Day Boating – Hanoi

Ba Be National Park - Savor your last breakfast in this rural paradise before embarking on a 3-hour boat trip around the lake. Take a short walk to Cam village to experience the natural surroundings, local people, and a school at the end of the lake. Follow the Nang River to Puong Cave, a tunnel cave filled with fascinating limestone stalactites and stalagmites, as well as mysterious bats. Continue to Buoc Lom Wharf, where you will bid farewell to Ba Be and return to Hanoi.

What's Included
  • 24/7 hotline support
  • All sightseeing tickets; travel permits and activities mentioned in the…
  • A/C car transfer during the trip
  • Accommodation at homestay/ 3-star hotel
  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Drinking water on car
What's Not Included
  • Hotels in Hanoi
  • VAT
  • Travel insurance
  • International & dosmetic flights
  • Beverage on meals
  • Other personal expenses: drinks, souvenir, etc…
  • Tips & Gratuities
Additional Information

Join our journey to Ba Be Lake & Ban Gioc Fall and get an opportunity to delve into the expansive lakes and milky karsts of Ba Be National Park, encounter the untamed and rugged landscapes of Cao Bang Geopark, and witness the tremendous Ban Gioc Waterfall. You will traverse through secluded areas in Northern Vietnam, skirting the border of China and lodging with local households to gain insights into and experience the distinctive traditions and practices of rural Vietnam.

Highlights:

  • Experience Ba Be Lake by indulging in freshwater swimming, kayaking, fishing, boating…etc
  • Witness the unrivalled magnificence of Ban Gioc Waterfall
  • Immerse yourself in the serene and amiable ambiance of these rural paradises
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Scottwu57xi
Dec 6, 2023
Amazing trip to Ba Be Lake and Ban Gioc Waterfall - This excursion was unforgettable! Mr. Giang, our guide, was great, he was well-versed in the indigenous way of life. When my husband felt ill during the trip, Mr. Giang was very gracious to look after us and was flexible and helpful in re-arrangin the routes so that we could come back to the homestays early while still seeing as much as possible. Mr. Duc was a fantastic driver. He was fantastic with us, constanly stopping to see sights and view, and we always felt safe.
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Joshuamm8589ao
Nov 21, 2023
An excellent loop trip with Mr. Lee - We were lucky to have Mr. Lee as our guide for out 7-day loop trip to Ha Giang, Ban Gioc Falls, Cao Bang and Ba Be Lake. He was incredible, the best guide ever: kind, patient, humorous, and well informative. He provided us with the opportuinity to meet individuals from several ethnic villages and learn more about their culture. We also thank our driver - Mr. Duc who did a great help to safety transfer us to Hanoi to these isolated locations, along the Chinese border, and to enjoy numberous wild and stunning views. furthermore, the homestays and hotels were all best chosen. We really appriciated !
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T3960nmkathys
Nov 17, 2023
Fantastic Ba Be Lake & Ban Gioc Falls Tour 4 Days - We had a great time with our guide Linh form Bamboo Advantures Vietnam on our excurision to Ba Be Lake and Ban Gioc Waterfall. The scenery was beautiful, and the Linh was clearly passionate about his country. The excursion is a long drive from Hanoi, making it less commerical compared to Sapa, Halong Bay. Because it is not overrun with tourists, the neighborhood retains its uniqueness. We had planned to do three-day trip, but Jack from the office advised me to extend it to four days in order to fully visit the regions. And he gave us sound advice. Thank you very much!
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Y6347ebalisonp
May 28, 2023
Ba Be Lake Ban Gioc Falls Tour - trip of lifetime - The trip to Ba Be lake and Ban Gioc falls was one of our best time during our trip to Vietnam. The regions are truly unexplored and less-touristy. We had a lifetime opportunity to enjoy the nature and stay with local ethnic Tay and Nung minorities. Everything was perfectly organized. Our guide Minh was the best who took great care of us and showed us everything about the places with stories that we may never know if we didn't do the trip. In my opinion, if anyone would like to do this trip, you should expand to 4 days to enjoy more and cut short the driving because it is such a long way, and a little in rush for 3 days. However, overall, the trip is worth doing when you travel to Vietnam but are in short of time.
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Taneetony_s
Apr 12, 2023
Amazing experience in the North - Amazing time with an amazing team. Linh from Conical made sure the experience lived up to its potential!
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Amiyazkan
Apr 10, 2023
Lovely trip to Ban Gioc Falls - Very fun trip to Ban Gioc waterfall with Son from Bamboo Adventures Vietnam. Son was very caring, speak excellent English and he knew everybody in the local areas we visited, which help us to connect with them. We love so much the local lives and the breath-taking landscape in Ban Goc waterfall area, as well as the rural peacefulness in Ba Be Lake. Highly recommended this trip and Son as tour guide
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571vant
Jun 4, 2022
3 days of full exploration to ban gioc waterfall and ba be lake - Such a very amazing and significant trip to explore the hidden beauty in Vietnam and explore the local lives of the ethnic minorities. Ban Gioc Falls and ba be lake are the 2 highlights you shouldn’t miss when traveling to Vietnam
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Andrew_williams1254
May 22, 2021
Ba Be Lake and Ban gioc Falls 3 days - Great time with Conical Travel on our trip to Ba Be Lake and Ban Gioc Waterfall. We will come back and do the Ha Giang trip when the Covid-19 situation is better!
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Meryl
Oct 8, 2019
Ba Be Lake and Ban Gioc waterfall! - In Quang Uyen- Ban Gioc Waterfall was an amazing site, which I highly recommend visiting! Amazing natural wonders.
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Dreamseeker19sxc
May 29, 2019
Ba Be Lake & Ban Gioc Waterfall!!! - Just came back from a 3-day trip to Ba Be lake and Ban Gioc Waterfall. Our guide Jack really helped us to see authentic Vietnam with pure nature and local minorities that we think less-known to others. Services, food, homestays were all excellent. Thank our skillful driver Loi as well for helping us being safe during the trip on winding mountainous roads :)))). We would come back and try Ha Giang next time!
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