One of the tourist areas with the most diverse ecosystems in Vietnam. That is Nam Cat Tien National Park. If you want to explore the wild natural world, come to Nam Cat Tien National Park (VGQ).
With the tour to discover Nam Cat Tien tourist area, you will experience many interesting activities such as trekking, camping, watching nocturnal animals... Vietnam Budget Car Rental will share the full Nam Cat Tien travel experience and Details from A-Z below.
1. Introduction of Nam Cat Tien tourist area
Nam Cat Tien tourist area is located in 5 districts: Tan Phu, Vinh Cuu (Dong Nai), Cat Tien, Bao Lam (Lam Dong) and Bu Dang (Binh Phuoc). To get to Nam Cat Tien tourist area, from Ho Chi Minh City you will have to travel about 150km to the North.
According to the travel experience of Phat, it only takes about 4 hours by car to get to Nam Cat Tien.
Nam Cat Tien World Biosphere Reserve has a very rich and diverse flora and fauna system. There are hundreds of animals listed in the Red Book of Vietnam. Species such as tiger, leopard, clouded leopard, deer, Asian elephant, gaur, sun bear, horse bear, wild buffalo...
Not only that, Nam Cat Tien also owns a long-standing ancient forest system. Such as: pine tree, Ficus microcarpa tree, Giant Crape-myrtle... Based on the experience when participating in trekking tour at Nam Cat Tien tourist area.
A wonderful and unique experience in Nam Cat Tien that you should join. That is watching nocturnal animals.
2. When Is The Best Time To Visit Nam Cat Tien?
Traveling in a beautiful season is always the top concern of tourists. Based on Nam Cat Tien travel experience. You should come here in December to May.
This is the time when the forest has low rainfall and the roads are dry. So it is very convenient for you to participate in activities such as boating, camping, cycling, trekking, etc.
In particular, every March, the national park will be dyed a pure white color of butterflies fluttering all over the place. garden.
If you want to explore Nam Cat Tien tourist area from June to November, you should check the weather carefully before going. Because at this time, Nam Cat Tien has quite a lot of rain and the road is slippery.
So it is not suitable for outdoor activities such as joining the Nam Cat Tien trekking tour.
3. How To Get To Nam Cat Tien?
The distance from Ho Chi Minh to Nam Cat Tien National Park will be 159km away for 3hrs to drive by a private car transfers, taxi, minivan service.
The main road from Ho Chi Minh to Nam Cat Tien is on a Highway 20 to Nam Cat Tien from Ho Chi Minh
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3.1 Traveling by motorbike
If you start moving from Saigon, you will follow Highway 1A about 67km to the Day junction. Then you turn left and follow Highway 20 for about 58km, you will come to Ta Lai junction (kilometer 125).
At the junction, you turn left and run about 24km, you will be at the gate of Nam Cat Tien National Park. Based on Nam Cat Tien travel experience, Phat advises you to specify the location if you ask for directions here.
As far as Phut knows, in Lam Dong there is another place called Cat Tien. So if you don't ask clearly, you may go to the wrong place!
3.2 Traveling by car
If you move from Saigon to Nam Cat Tien National Park, you will have a lot of car companies to choose from. The price for each ride is only about 80k - 100k. With a travel time of only about 4 hours, you only need to take a short nap to reach the gate of Nam Cat Tien National Park.
There are two main ways to buy tickets: buy online on the website or buy directly at the station. If you want to choose a good location, you should book in advance on the website of the car company. Otherwise, you can also go to the bus station to buy tickets.
But at this time, it will be difficult for you to choose the appropriate sitting position. If you want to experience a more comfortable feeling when moving, rely on the experience. You can book Vietnam Budget Car Rental to have the most convenient journey.
4. Top Things To Do In Nam Cat Tien National Park
4.1 Experience in tourism and trekking in the Nam Cat Tien National Park
With the characteristics of long, flat roads, the trekking tour, walking to discover Nam Cat Tien tourist area is loved by many tourists. During the trekking journey at the garden, you will admire and check in with the giant ancient ''Bang Lang'' trees.
In addition, Nam Cat Tien has a rich ecosystem such as crocodiles, spiders, snails, birds and butterflies flying around the forest like a scene in a fairy tale.
Because the forest has a very large area (71,920 hectares), if you are alone, you should bring a map to avoid getting lost. But to ensure safety, you should book a trekking tour to Nam Cat Tien tourist area if you want to be accompanied by a guide.
To explore the jungle adventure deeper, more complete. The journey to explore the forest on foot will usually last several hours, depending on the ability and health of each person. If you love adventure, try the experience of spending the night in the forest!
4.2. Exploring Nam Cat Tien National Park by bike
Exploring Nam Cat Tien National Park by bicycle, have you tried it yet? If not, this will definitely be a great experience! You can rent a car at the main office or Ta Lai Longhouse if you want.
When cycling on this forest road. You will be satisfied with the green color of the dense bushes. The cycling journey will be quite convenient because the terrain here is very flat and suitable for everyone.
In case you want to experience the feeling of conquering the challenge. Then the path outside the forest will satisfy that desire. After the journey through the zigzag and winding roads, you will stop at the crocodile lake.
Bau Sau Lake is the birthplace of crocodiles in Nam Cat Tien forest. Here, in addition to admiring crocodiles. You can also experience kayaking as well as watching the green nature on both sides of the lake.
During the cycling journey, you will be released in the beautiful and vast nature of the primeval forest. As well as looking at the diverse forest ecosystem. More specifically, you will be "lost" in the forest full of white butterflies every March.
4.3 Visiting Nam Cat Tien National Park at night
Nam Cat Tien every night puts on a mysterious beauty that stimulates visitors to explore when doing the Nam Cat Tien trekking tour.
You should experience one more extremely attractive activity here. That is watching nocturnal animals on a Jeep. Because night is the time of rare animals here looking for prey.
If you have never been to Nam Cat Tien. This is definitely the first time you have witnessed the predatory scene at such close range. Note when riding a Jeep to see nocturnal animals you need to know. That is, do not arbitrarily open the door to avoid being attacked by animals!
4.4. Boat ride on Bau Sau lake
Whoever comes to Nam Cat Tien National Park will not be able to miss the experience of sailing on Bau Sau Lake. This journey will take you past "friendly" crocodiles. At the same time, you can also learn how to catch fish here.
Also, when you do the boating experience on the lake. You should choose the time when the sunset gradually falls. The reflection of the sun on the calm water of Bau Sau Lake is definitely a beautiful image that you will never forget.
4.5 Check in Giant Pine Tree
Nam Cat Tien National Park has a diverse system of primeval forests with more than 1,600 species of plants and many tall and tall trees that are hundreds of years old.
But the "specialty" in this vast forest is the giant pine tree. Pine tree is up to 20m high and 10m wide. With such a large height and size, for this pine tree you need more than 5 people to be able to embrace it.
The highlight of the pine tree that any visitor notices as soon as they come here. It is the strong, strong roots that rise to the ground looking like giant pythons.
When going deep into the forest, you will also discover a series of other great trees such as Ficus microcarpa tree, Giant Crape-myrtle... If you have been to Nam Cat Tien tourist area, according to experience, you should check in with the giant pine tree.
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4.6 Ben Cu Waterfall
To go to Ben Cu waterfal, you will walk about 3km from the center of Nam Cat Tien tourist area. When in the dry season, the lake gradually dries up to reveal the rocks lying close together to create special shapes. This is also an ideal check-in place for young people.
When the rainy season comes, Ben Cu waterfall looks like a "mud man" appearing in the forest of Nam Cat Tien. Watching the white water flowing down will make your mood soften.
But if you join the camping tour in Nam Cat Tien in the rainy season. You should be careful because the path is very slippery and there are quite a few leeches. In case you want to go trekking in this season, you should equip with anti-slip shoes.
4.7 Visiting Ta Lai Longhouse – a characteristic of ethnic people
The next destination that Phat wants to mention in the Nam Cat Tien trekking tour. That is Ta Lai Longhouse. Ta Lai Longhouse is the residence of the Tay, Ma and Stieng ethnic groups.
In addition to Ta Lai Longhouse, in Nam Cat Tien, there is another "specialty" that is the Long House.
In this journey to discover Nam Cat Tien. You will learn about the lifestyle, culture, as well as farming methods of the ethnic people. More specifically in the Ta Lai Longhouse area, you also find the Memorial Prison.
This is the place to store valuable images of the war with the US imperialists that took place in Ta Lai.
If you are passionate about climbing, conquer the challenge. Then Ta Lai road is also an ideal place for you. But due to few people climbing here. So you can go with a guide to be on the safe side!
4.8 Discover the cuisine of Nam Cat Tien National Park according to travel experiences
Water hyacinth soup
Water hyacinth soup is made from the stem and flowers of the hyacinth plant. This soup is also known with a more rustic name than water duck.
When enjoying this rustic soup, you will feel the sweetness and coolness of the broth. According to Nam Cat Tien travel experience, you should try this water hyacinth soup.
Chang Hiu Say Kho
Chang Hiu Say Kho is also known by the indigenous people with the very name "long-legged dancer". This dish is very simple to prepare. First smash a few fresh garlic cloves, fresh hot peppers.
Then pour oil into the stove to heat up, then add chili, garlic and pork skin and fry until the skin is puffy. Chang Hiu Say Kho dipped with chili sauce is a favorite drink for parties.
River fish hot pot, wild vegetables
Nam Cat Tien has a rich source of forest vegetables and aquatic products. It is because the weather here is extremely cool. So enjoying a delicious hot pot with friends is a great experience for your discovery of Nam Cat Tien tourist area.
5. What should you bring when coming to Nam Cat Tien?
5.1 Costume
- You should wear cool, stretchy clothes to absorb quickly.
- Limit wearing thick jeans because it is hot and difficult to sweat.
- On the way of trekking through the forest, you should wear long pants to limit being bitten by insects, snakes or scratched by plants and trees.
5.2 Trekking shoes
- According to the experience of trekking in the Nam Cat Tien tourist area. You should bring shoes that fit your feet (or have only worn 1-2 times).
- Should choose shoes with friction, elasticity, good adhesion, smooth, comfortable lining.
- You should also bring a pair of honeycomb sandals or sandals to change when camping…
5.3 Water and food
- Food and water are the most essential things you should prepare when trekking. You can bring dry food, instant noodles, sausages…
- You should bring just enough to avoid carrying too many things that will make it difficult for trekking.
5.4 Backpacks, bamboo sticks, flashlights…
You should bring a backpack that fits your body for convenience in moving
It is recommended to equip more trek sticks to reduce the possibility of dislocation.
5.5 Cash
Because in Nam Cat Tien tourist area, there is no ATM to withdraw money. So bring enough cash to use, don't bring too much in case you lose it.
5.6 Basic medical first aid equipment
You need to prepare medicine for headache, stomachache, fever reducer, anti-mosquito, anti-squeezing medicine, topical medicine, antiseptic, personal bandage, vitamin C….
Nam Cat Tien is a tourist area with the most diverse ecosystem in Vietnam. If you want to go out on the weekend, go camping with friends and family. Then the national park is a great choice for you.
Hopefully, the above shared experiences will make your trip to discover Nam Cat Tien more perfect.
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