Besides the thousand kilometers of the coast, Vietnam also captured the center of tourists with wonderful mountains. A third-quarter of the country’s terrain is mountainous areas, so it is not surprising that climbing and hiking are some of the most favorite activities. Because Vietnam mountains are located in different areas of the country, each of them has a unique charm determined by their location. Based on your preferences, you can find the highest mountain in Vietnam to challenge your physical body or another one for a relaxing walk. Below, we introduce 12 of the most beautiful mountains in Vietnam to visit!

1. Fansipan Mountain – The highest mountain in Vietnam

Location: Tam Duong District, Sa Pa, Lai Chau Province

Ideal for: ClimbingI

Height: 3,143 meters

Time to top: 2 to 3 days

Difficult level: Difficulties

Fansipan, the so -called rooftop of Indochina, is the best way to launch your mountainous adventure in Vietnam. Standing on the outer part of Sapa, the impressive mountain is proud to have a height of 3,143 meters. All of people in Vietnam know that it’s the highest mountain in Vietnam.

It is really a physical challenge for climbers, with its rugged road that requires at least 2 or 3 days to conquer. In addition, an experienced guide is mandatory because it is not easy to navigate around. However, the trekking trip is completely useful when you are completely immersed in the spectacular nature of Hoang Lien Son.

The pedestrian path goes up and down really challenges your ability, but the flat surface appears sometimes so you can rest. In addition, during the monsoon months, the road may be slippery, causing threats for climbers. So, try to arrange your climbing around November and March when the weather is quite arid.

Travel tips: In recent years, a cable car has been operated at Fansipan Mountain, allowing visitors to reach the top of the mountain in just 20 minutes. The commercialization of a natural, inevitable scene, affecting the experience of climbers. However, Fansipan is an adventurous playground and a great mountain.

2. Ta Xua Mountain – Beautiful Vietnam mountains

Location: Bac Yen district in Son La province

Height: 2,865 meters

Ideal for: Climbing

Time to top: 2 to 3 days

Difficult level: Difficulties

If you are looking for a unique travel experience in Northern Vietnam, the floating clouds in Ta Xua mountain is the place to go. Ta Xua is a mountain range in Bac Yen district in Son La province, North Vietnam, 240 km from Hanoi. This mountain range forms a natural border between Son La and Yen Bai.

How to get there?
If you want to see the clouds in the morning, it is best to spend the night in Bac Yen. Another option is to go from Moc Chau, a beautiful city in Son La with tea and flower hills. Moc Chau is located 85 km from our mountain. Read Moc Chau travel guide to see how to come here. From Moc Chau, you can arrange a tour, drive with a private driver or drive a motorbike to Ta Xua Mountain.
Trekking in Ta Xua mountain is definitely a challenge, but thanks to new roads, it has become much easier. There are currently new roads that run quite close to one of the peaks. We are known for the phenomenon around the mountains: the formation of thick and dark Opacus clouds, making it look like you in heaven.

3. Pu Ta Leng Mountain – One of the highest mountain in Vietnam

Location: Ta Leng, Tam Duong District, Lai Chau Province

Ideal for: climbing

Height: 3,049 meters

Time to top: about 4 days

Level of difficulty: Very difficult

Pu Ta Leng Doesn often appears in Vietnam’s tourism ad, but it is definitely a great destination for enthusiasts to climb. It may not be as high as Fansipan, but the track is much more difficult. The time needed to conquer the longer mountain, and a local guidance, as well as the license from the government, is mandatory.

The track starts with a flat route, next to a few giant rocks to climb along the stream. Everything seems to point out a light trip without any physical endurance. Do not be fooled by these starting points. Soon, you will feel the route becomes steeper and Craggier. Many obstacles appear, forcing you to use different climbing skills and make you get closer to exhaustion.

There is no doubt, the hard trip can prevent people from trying. But the gifts are granted by climbing on Pu Ta Leng are not just a moment of victory when reaching the top.

Travel tips: The track of Pu Ta Leng Mountain, often called ‘fair route’, provides a beautiful scene like a dream, not disturbed. Surrounded by dense forests, you will have a fresh air, a change of the atmosphere from crowded tourist destinations. In addition to the beautiful beauty, the poetry lines emerge on the way. They are the perfect points for your recovery time.

4. Pu Si Lung Mountain

Location: Pa Ve Su, Muong Te District, Lai Chau Province

Ideal for: climbing

Height: 3,076 meters

Time to top: about 3 to 4 days

Level of difficulty: Very difficult

Pu Si Lung Mountain (also known as the Phu Si Lung) is located in the border area between Vietnam and China and it is a dream for both pedestrians and climbers. Along the 100 km route, you will go through a series of terrain. The curved mountain roads only have a width of 1 to 2 meters, requiring you to be more careful. The sloping slopes, compared to the curves, wider but filled with stone obstacles.

The pristine, not affected nature is one of the main attraction of Pu Si Lung Mountain. When you walk through the primeval forests, you will observe a range of strange animal and flora systems. As you continue, the strong and powerful flow of Nam Si Luong appeared. The unique way to overcome these streams is through bridges created by broken trees connected.

Travel tips: If you are a nature enthusiast, or a person who wants to explore the border areas in Vietnam, Pu Si Lung should definitely be on your tourism list. Just remember to contact the local agencies to arrange the schedule and prepare papers before leaving.

5. Bach Moc Luong Tu Mountain

Location: Trung Ho, Bat Xat District, Lao Cai Province

Ideal for: Climbing

Height: 3,046 meters

Time to Summit: Around 2 to 3 days

Diffiumy Level: very different

Bach Moc Luong Tu Mountain, like many other mountains in the Northwest region, is not a place for the weak heart. Like Pu Ta Leng, the trail begins with a pleasant route, although muddy in bamboo and fruit forests. However, the fog weather requires climbers to be very careful and follow their porters so as not to get lost.

When you continue walking, the sky becomes clearer. When you reach the rock path towards a stream, prepare for the next stage of your trip. From there, the road will become more steep and more tested for our determination. In return, you have the opportunity to admire the magical scene of Bach Moc Luong Tu Mountain. From dark mountains to winter and pristine flow.

At a height of 3,046 meters, you will see the typical scene of bach moc luong tu: spectacular clouds. It is not only a sweet gift for your efforts, it is also a recognition of your dedication and perseverance throughout the journey.

Travel tips: Normally, climbing groups will rest long when they reach a 2,100 meter camping point. From there, be ready for a period even more difficult, but it is also the most useful period. Starting from 2,100 meters, you will push yourself forward and win when you reach the summit.

6. Tay Con Linh Mountain – Beautiful Vietnam mountains

Location: Hoang Su Phi District, Ha Giang Province

Ideal for: Climbing

Height: 2,427 meters

Time to Summit: Around 2 Days

Diffiumy: difficult

Tay Con Linh Mountain is located in a remote area of Ha Giang province, where the people of the Dao reside. The mountain is not as popular as others in the area, and the raw mountain climbing line is hardly built may be harder to conquer. But the different characteristics of the Dao ethnic group appeared along the route there were enchanting explorers and seducing them to conquer the mountain.

Trekking on Tay Con Linh Mountain, you will walk through many different landscapes. From primeval forest to sparse residential territory. The vast terrain around the West is grown to develop agriculture and the context of green tea fields and rice terraces is only extraordinary. Shan Tea Tree, a 100 -year -old specialty of Ha Giang province, is grown at an altitude of 1,500 meters. The dense bushes hidden behind the dense fog on the creation create a magical scene that can only be found in fairy tales.

Travel tips: After reaching a height of 1,800 meters, climbers can rest overnight at a local house and prepare to conquer the conference the next day. Just contact local agents to arrange a porter and accommodation for your trip.

7. Ba Vi Mountain

Location: Ba Vi District, Ha Noi

Ideal for: trekking and sightseeing

Located inside Ba Vi National Park, Ba Vi mountain range is an unacceptable destination for nature enthusiasts. As a conservation center, Ba Vi National Park is home to 1,209 trees and 66 animals. There are a range of trekking routes in Ba Vi National Park, but the most favorite routes are rails leading to King mountains and Tan Vien mountains.

Today, specific roads with instruction signs have been installed around Ba Vi National Park, so trekking is not as difficult as before. But it doesn’t mean the park has lost its charm. When you start from the entrance, some attractions are waiting ahead. From the pine forests soaring to the hemisphere house of strange cactus species.

Besides the biological characteristics, Ba Vi Mountain range also attracts visitors with its historical remains. A resort, built within the area in the 19th century, preserved until now and was displayed under the name ‘French Summer Camp. The ruins of an ancient church were also discovered. Its rustic beauty has become an inspiration for visual artists.

Travel tips: Although there are not many obstacles on the track of Ba Vi mountain range, it certainly requires a significant basis for physical strength. The track is quite steep and you can quickly lose energy after many hours of walking. So, plan your route, prepare some treatments to refuel and rest when necessary.

8. Mua Mountain (aka Mua Cave)

Location: Khe Ha Ha village, Hoa Lu district, Ninh Binh

Idea for: trekking and sightseeing

Mua Mountain is not only a destination not to be missed in Ninh Binh, but also a fascinating place for pedestrians to come and conquer the top of the mountain. The mountain is home to a famous complex including complex cave systems and majestic limestone mountains. Following a winding road scattered with rock hills and 500 steps, you will reach the top of the mountain. Look at the eyes with one of the most iconic views in the wonderful landscape of Vietnam, the towering limestone mountains, green rice fields and a winding river. The beautiful cave system is also worth visiting in the process of discovering this pearl.

How to get to Mua Mountain?

From Hanoi, you can easily come to Mua Mountain (Mua Cave) by car or ride a motorbike or join a Ninh Binh Binh tour connected to other attractions in the city.

9. Beautiful Vietnam Mountains: Langbiang Mountain

Location: Lac Duong District, Lam Dong Province

Ideal for: trekking and sightseeing

12 km from the city of Dalat, Langbiang mountain is linked to a fascinating story that brings similarity to the story of Romeo and Juliet. Coming from her gratitude to her savior, the true relationship of a girl was banned by her father due to the tribal conflict. The couple fled their tribes and lived their own lives on a remote mountain. But again, the couple were separated by their tribes. The girl died from a toxic arrow of her husband’s tribes, and her husband, unable to recover his wife’s death, also died.

There are two main ways to reach the top of the Langbiang Mountain: sitting in an old -style jeep or trekking through a forest road leading to the peak of 2,169 meters. If you are going for the first choice, the Jeep will take you to a abandoned military radar station at an altitude of 1,950 meters. The car runs through a paved road along the dreamy pine forests.

If you are in favor of the second choice, prepare for a small physical challenge. The change of height is not the only thing that can hinder your trip. Sudden increase and decrease in temperature can also cause discomfort if you do not quickly adapt

Tips for traveling: To completely enjoy the scenery of the Langbiang climbing route, you are recommended to go early. From the spectacular blend of pine forests and coffee plantations to atomic forests and primates. It would be a big loss when missing these scenes just because some late afternoon clouds obscured the view. You should visit this Vietnam mountains in the central of Vietnam.

10. Ba Den Mountain

Location: Tay Ninh Province

Ideal for: Climbing and Sightseeing

Height: 986 meters

Time to Summit: 5 to 6 hours

Diffiumy: Moderate

If you desire to have a short way out of the bustling life of Ho Chi Minh City, is there a better way to relax rather than conquer the highest mountain of the Southeast? Ba Den Mountain is located about 100 km from the center of Ho Chi Minh City and only takes 2 to 3 hours to go there. Surprisingly, the mountain is only about 986 meters high, much shorter than the peaks in the North. But this makes them the perfect place for your weekend resting place because you only spend a few hours to reach the top of the mountain.

When you at Ba Den Mountain, you can start your walking on the walkway. The walkway is built in the middle of a luxuriant forest. On both sides, you can witness giant trees, giant rocks and small streams. After completing the first 1,500 steps and reaching a height of 200 meters, you will see Linh Son Thien Thach Pagoda. The pagoda has all the characteristics of a Buddhist temple with an exquisite decoration and Buddha statues.

After exploring the temple, continue Trekking to the top of the mountain on a definite area, slope and in some parts, uneven walkway. To overcome the slope of the route, you need to climb a Ferrata. This is the most difficult part of the trip because it requires a solid basis for physical strength, accuracy and agility.

Travel tips: Nowadays, there’re cable cars to go to some Vietnam mountains. There is a cable car operating at Ba Den Mountain taking you from the foot of the mountain to the temple. When the trip only takes about 10 minutes, you can choose this option to save energy for the rest of the trip.

Climbing is not just an entertainment activity. It is a great way to boost your physical and practice many skills. For beginners, spend low or intermediate options and for experienced people, be more challenging. With the features of both types of options, we hope you will find some ideas from this synthesis to add to your travel journey.

11. Son Tra Mountain (Monkey Mountain)

Location: Son Tra District, Da Nang

Ideal for: sightseeing

Ideal for: Sightseeing

Another destination for Vietnam mountains lovers, Son Tra Mountain has another name from the concentrated organisms in the region. The mountain offers a unique and completely spectacular scene. On one side, you will find green covering the surface of the mountain. On the other hand, the mountain was received by the blue ocean.

Typically, there are two roads leading to the top of the mountain: a dense and very steep jungle road. In the two options, the following option is more common because it does not require physical efforts and allows tourists to approach the beautiful landscape in a shorter time.

Travel tips: If you are curious about the existence of the elders on Son Tra Mountain, visit Linh Ung Pagoda. The monumental temple is located right on the motorbike road, with a large ground to park your motorbike. You will find monkeys full of energy joking with tourists, as well as notable Buddhist statues.

12. Ngu Hanh Son Mountain (Marble Mountain) – Vietnam Mountains

Location: Ngu Hanh Son District, Da Nang

Ideal for: sightseeing

Located in the area of Ngu Hanh Son district is the five mountains named after the five natural forces, Including Kim (Metal), Thuy (Water), Hoa (Fire), MOC (Wood), and Tho (Earth) . This explains the name ‘Ngu Hanh Son, can be translated as’ Mountain of five forces. It’s one of the Vietnam mountains attract a lot of tourists beacause it’s easy to people to go there for sighseeing.

Among the five mountains, ‘Thuy Son, or‘ Water Mountain is the most famous. It was proud to have an ancient temple that had been erected a few centuries ago. To reach the temple and admire the panoramic view, tourists need to follow a 160 -step marble staircase. Although it is quite easy to climb these steps, take yourself a pair of proper sports shoes instead of flip -flops because the marble surface is quite slippery.

Travel tips: To avoid exhaustion because of too hot, visit the temple at times when the weather has a comfortable temperature. Late afternoon is enough to handle 160 steps. But early in the morning is a better time because you will witness the beautiful landscape, take great photos and are completely interested in the peaceful atmosphere of marble mountains.