LAK LAKE – Central Highlands Vietnam – 3D2N
The Central Highlands is a beautiful and peaceful area in Central Vietnam. It hides stunning views and beautiful nature and the area is famous for it’s coffee and many ethnic people live here. If you are looking for a off the beaten path and authentic Vietnam then this is the place! The landscape is hilly and covered with forest, coffee and cacao gardens. You’ll find to most beautiful and impressive waterfalls in this area and it is home to various ethnic people and a perfect way to visit one of there villages.
Day 1
Buon Ma Thuot – Lak Lake
Your driver will be ready at the airport of Buon Ma Thuot to drive you to your accommodation at Lak Lake. The trip will take around 1 hour and 15 minutes. On arrival it is time to check-in and enjoy a welcome dinner at this beautiful and peaceful location.
Transportation: Private A/C transfer from the airport
Meals: Dinner
Guide: N/A
Accommodation: Accommodation of your choice – Bungalow or Lodge
Day 2
Bim Bip Waterfall – Traditional Ethnic Dance
It’s a great location to get up early. Bicycles are available for those who like to paddle around the Lake area. It is also possible to explore the Lake by kayak and experience a great sun rise over the Lak Lake.
Breakfast will be served at the resort before we set off for an easy hike towards Bim Bip waterfall where we’ll enjoy a picnic lunch, traditionally wrapped in banana leaves. Have a refreshing swim at the natural pool at the waterfall before we head back to the resort to fresh-up.
Enjoy a traditional Gong music performance by local ethnic people while dinner is served at the resort.
Transportation: Hiking
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Guide: English speaking tour guide
Accommodation: Accommodation of your choice – Bungalow or Lodge
Day 3
Yang Tao Ethnic Village
For those wanting to get up early, the bikes and kayaks are ready for you.
After breakfast we will take you into the countryside to visit Yang Tao Village, a traditional ethnic village at the Lake.
Enjoy the peaceful sceneries of the rice fields around and local people herding their buffaloes and cows.
Learn how traditional handmade pottery and visit coffee and cacao gardens before we head back to the resort to fresh-up and enjoy lunch before your driver will pick you up after breakfast to drive you to the airport of Buon Ma Thuot for your flight to your next destination or on ongoing travel towards Dalat.
Transportation: Private A/C transfer to the airport
Meals: Breakfast
Guide: N/A
Accommodation: N/A
- A/C airport transfers
- Entrance fees & English-speaking guide
- All meals as mentioned
- Your accommodation of choice
- Beverages other than complimentary
- Tips and personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- All not indicated in our itinerary
- Booking voucher from us
- Valid Passport with valid visa
- Cash for personal expense
Specific food requests
Please let us know if you have specific eating restrictions, allergic for certain things or if you are vegetarian, we can take that into account during the trips.
Useful information
Especially for the north and central Vietnam;
In the period between November and April, the weather is variable, from sunny to cold and rainy. It is advisable during this period to bring some rain gear with some warmer clothes. In the period from April to November, it is good to pack a hat with a wide brim, sunscreen (at least SPF15) and a reliable insect repellent. A thin rain poncho is useful all year round.
The south of Vietnam is generally a lot warmer all year round, so warm clothing is not really necessary.
Get Up And Go Vietnam does everything to make your trip an unforgettable experience. Unfortunately, we have no control over weather conditions. Our apologies for that!
What do I need to know?
During the period March to November it will good to pack your swimming gear, a towel, a wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen (at least SPF15), a reliable insect repellent, toiletries, a camera and lots of batteries. Warm clothing for the cooler months of November to March is advised. How much luggage can I take? Your vehicle has limited space so please keep your luggage to a maximum of 15kgs in a backpack or soft over-night bag and include a small day pack to hand carry for easy access to camera, sunscreen, water etc. Inhibitions can be left in the luggage storage rooms at your hotel with your other unwanted baggage.
Get Up and Go Vietnam is doing all possible to make your journey and travel experience an unforgettable one. Weather conditions, we unfortunately cannot control. Our apologies for that!