2024 Ta Xua Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in October)
Ta Xua 3D2N - Cloud Hunting Adventure
#vietnam Ta Xua is a hidden gem nestled in the northern mountains of Vietnam's Son La province, rapidly gaining popularity among adventure seekers and nature lovers. It’s especially famous for its "cloud hunting," where visitors can witness breathtaking seas of clouds floating over the valleys. The best time to experience this phenomenon is from late autumn to early spring (November to March), but as it’s weather-dependent, you'll need some luck for the perfect cloud sighting!
Here’s my suggested itinerary:
Day 1:
Depart from Hanoi early in the morning (the journey takes about 5 hours). Stop for lunch in Bac Yen, then continue the drive to Ta Xua. In the afternoon, take it easy and relax at Đỉnh Gió—the highest point in Ta Xua town, where you’ll find many cozy coffee shops. This is one of the prime spots for cloud hunting, and you may catch your first glimpse of the sea of clouds here. Overnight near Đỉnh Gió.
Day 2:
Start the day with an early sunrise (and hopefully a sea of clouds, if the weather cooperates). Afterward, visit some of Ta Xua's iconic spots like Dolphin Peak, The Lonely Tree, and the Highland Grasslands, all close to each other. You can opt to stay another night at Ta Xua Lu Tre Homestay for more cloud hunting opportunities, or drive closer to Dragon Spine (Sống Lưng Khủng Long).
Day 3:
Get up early for the sunrise and some light trekking along Dragon Spine—one of the best locations for cloud hunting and incredible views. Afterward, enjoy a relaxing cup of coffee, then begin your drive back to Hanoi.
Optional:
If time allows, consider another day exploring Xím Vàng or take a longer hike to the Ta Xua Peak for a more immersive adventure.
One of my most favourite restaurant in Ta Xua is A Phủ restaurant. Very delicious!
Ta Xua
#100waysoftravel People often joke that “Ta Xua is a trip of character”. If character is good enough, you will have a fun trip and “viral” photos.
Although this trip did not start out really lucky because Ta Xua welcomed me with heavy rains and fog. But I felt happy by welcoming the moment when the weather became clear, the clouds were beautiful, and the sun was shining after a long period of bad weather. It is true that you have to suffer to feel happy 😆.
“Thank goodness” that this time I stayed at Cloud Forest. The room was beautiful, the restaurant was beautiful, and the coffee was also beautiful, so even though I stayed at a homestay, I still “enjoyed this moment”. In addition, I found the price and quality here quite reasonable. From here, you can walk to Hien and Mi Oi cafe (2 cafes with the most beautiful cloud hunting and sunset views in Ta Xua). It's a bit of a pity that this time my "luck is not so good" to capture those moments. The room price I rented was 2500k/4 people.
Traveling from Hanoi - Ta Xua, I chose Limousine from Tuan Thuy bus company (0981 28 82 82). It takes about 5 hours and the bus company will support resting places if everyone arrives early.
Hope everyone has a fun trip and don't worry too much about "luck" 🤣
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8 August 2023
Discovering Tà Xùa, Yên Bái: A Nature Lover's Paradise
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Tà Xùa, located in Yên Bái province, Vietnam, is a hidden gem renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty. This serene mountain range, often referred to as the "heavenly land," offers travelers an escape into a world of lush landscapes, stunning vistas, and tranquil experiences. Perfect for nature enthusiasts, Tà Xùa promises a rejuvenating retreat amid the wonders of the natural world.
One of the most enchanting experiences in Tà Xùa is witnessing the "sea of clouds" phenomenon. Early risers are often rewarded with the sight of thick, fluffy clouds blanketing the valleys, giving the illusion of walking above a vast, ethereal ocean. Trust me, Tà Xùa promises an unforgettable journey into the northern heart of Vietnam's natural beauty.
The most beautiful cloud hunting paradise
People say: "Ta Xua cloud hunting is a test of dignity." Fortunately, our group was successful in rattan hunting with the 2-day-1-night Ta Xua tour departing from Hanoi.
There are many different means of transportation to get to Ta Xua such as motorbikes, passenger cars, tourist cars, etc. You can rent an entire Limousine from Khanh Thinh bus company for 700K/person both to and fro. The bus departed from Hoang Cau Hanoi at 9pm, arrived at Ta Xua in about 5 hours, arrived at Son La city around 12pm, the bus stopped to change the driver and we took the opportunity to go to the bathroom and then continue. The journey is about 50km to Ta Xua.
After another hour or so of travel, we were at the "cloud hunting paradise" of Ta Xua. While still sitting in the car, the driver told me to get up and look at the clouds. My eyes were still sleepy and I tried to open them wide enough to see. Well, Ta Xua was so kind to welcome us with a sea of white rolling clouds. At 1:00 a.m. it was even more magical, making us feel like we were lost in a fairyland.
Ta Xua, cloud hunting, Northern Vietnam
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Ta Xua in Son La, Vietnam, is a mesmerizing destination, promising an immersive and adventurous experience for my recent trip.
Cloud Hunting: Embark on a cloud-hunting adventure, witnessing the surreal sight of clouds rolling over the mountain ridges.
Challenging Treks: Adventure seekers will find challenging yet rewarding trekking trails, offering panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and the chance to explore the diverse flora and fauna of the region.
Homestay Experience: Immerse yourself in the local culture by opting for a homestay. Engage with the friendly ethnic communities. I suggest Ta Xua homestay 26.
Stargazing Paradise: The dust skies of Ta Xua provide an ideal canvas for stargazing nearby a coffee or homestay. I suggest Mi coffee for this experience.
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