05.30 am: Departure from Hanoi to Ba Be National Park. We will take a drive of 230 km. You will head north from the hustle and bustle of Hanoi and into the stunning landscape of rural Vietnam. During the journey, you will have the chance to visit a Tay minority community. This is the second largest ethnic group in Vietnam after the Viet-Kinhs. Have lunch in a local restaurant near Ba Be lake.
Arrival at Buoc Lom Wharf. Boat-trip along the Nang River to Ba Be Lake, one of 20 biggest fresh lakes on the mountain in the world. Stop at Puong cave which is famous for thousands of bats. After that, visit An Ma Temple to know more religions and beliefs in Vietnam. At the end of Nang river, swim in freshwater and enjoy the bamboo rafting.
18h00: Check in homestay. Enjoy dinner with local food. Spend your night in Ba Be in Pac Ngoi village







