Why to visit Ba Be Lake
Ba Be Lake is said to be home to natural and beautiful biodiversity with limestone mountains and ethnic minority villages surrounding it, offering a perfect getaway for an individual seeking exploration of natural Vietnam.
What Makes Ba Be Lake Special
- Natural Beauty: The lake has clear water, scenic karst mountains, and surrounding forests. It is, therefore, suitable for nature lovers.
- Cultural Significance: The region hosts several ethnic groups, including Tay, H'mong, and Dzao, thus diversifying the region's culture.
- Outdoor Activities: The lake provides various outdoor activities. Some of these are boating, hiking, and wildlife watching.
Things to Do at Ba Be Lake
- You are invited to have a silent boat tour around the lake with stunning water and mountain scenery.
- Explore Puong Cave: See one of the longest water flows, a limestone dramatic passage.
- Bac Ngoi Village: Enjoy life in this village as if you were the Tay people with all their traditions and culture.
- Visit the An Ma Temple: This small temple is dedicated to the goddess of water and is located on an island in the middle of the lake.
Interesting Information About Ba Be Lake
- Ba Be Lake is a biosphere reserve on the UNESCO list. It is highly recognized due to its fragile environment.
- The age of this lake is over 200 million years, created as a result of tectonic movements, which is the most ancient fresh lake in Vietnam.
- Ba Be Lake is communicated to the Nang River. Through the lake runs the river, going deep into the Ba Be National Park.
- Local legend says that the lake was formed when a dragon lay down to sleep there, making it a sacred place.
Entry Fee
For most sites free, but boat ride charges may be applicable.
Timing
Open 24 hours
Average Duration
2-3 days
Distance
- Hanoi: 240 km and 5–6 hours by car.
- Bac Kan City: 50 km and 1 hour by car.
Nearby Tourist Spots
- Ba Be National Park (10 km)
- Pac Ngoi Village (5 km)
- Dau Dang Waterfall (15 km)
