Located about 180km south-west of Hanoi, Pu Luong an area of outstanding beauty, cultural interest and high biodiversity value stretching from Mai Chau in the north to Cuc Phuong National Park in the south-east.
The region is quite unknown among most tourists but may attract you thanks to its stunning rice terrace fields, beautiful nature, breathtaking mountain passes and traditional villages of ethnic minorities who still retain their unique cultural heritage and way of living.
Pu Luong is home to the ethnic Muong and Thai people. In Thai language, Pu Luong means the highest peak of the village. This place has become an ideal off the beaten track destination for those who want to immerse in the natural beauty.
Coming here, tourists have a great chance to take part in many exciting activities like trekking in the forest and along rice paddy fields, cycling through the reserve and visiting many beautiful small villages. You will be impressed by the friendliness and hospitability of the locals. You can always be invited to their homes for a cup of tea on your way. Hence, you can understand more the about the rich and authentic culture of the ethnic people.
The best time to visit Pu Luong is during rice harvest season, from September to November or February until May. During this time, the weather is pleasant and the region is covered with the green carpets, multi-layer terraced fields that surely bring you an amazing trip with breathtaking photos!
