Mountain Climbing in Vietnam

Climb Vietnam's highest peaks from Mt Fansipan to Langbian Mountain

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Had a wonderful experience hiking Fansipan thanks to our guide - Pao, who guided us through the mountain with ease. Aside from showing us the way, he also shared some interesting information about the plants, the animals and the terrain. He is well-versed in English and has been hiking Fansipan for 6 years! He is not talkative but that’s perfect for me - I can barely catch a breath, let alone talk while hiking. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ I can’t believe I haven’t seen any reviews about him. We would definitely recommend Pao and Sapa Natives Trekking to anyone who is interested in summiting Fansipan in 1 day/6 hours. P.S. Pao also makes really good noodle soup!

Yong Yong & Hafiz

Booked: 1 Day Mt Fansipan Trek to Summit

Lead by a nice local lady guide name Tung. She was pretty accommodating and take time to show us some beautiful lookout point. Definitely recommend Sapa Native Trekking. Do take your time to hike an leisure pace to enjoy scenery along the up.

Wei J

Booked: 1 Day Mt Fansipan Trek to Summit

I enjoyed the Fansipan trek! It was a moderately challenging course through various views and scenery!

Nikhil Chowdhury

Booked: 1 Day Mt Fansipan Trek to Summit

We did the 1-day fansipan hike + cable car descent, went with Hmang (not sure if spelt properly) as our guide and he was great! Great energy & passionate about the nature in the forests. I was worried about not finishing on time for the cable car last descent (430-5pm), but we reached the summit about 3pm. Recommend bringing hiking pole to help with the ascend (especially if it gets rainy & wet), and many snacks and at least 2.5L of water for sufficient hydration. It's about 6+h of hiking! Thankful that the day we went weather was amazing and got to see the views. Also appreciate the pick up & drop off service. Overall the hike was great, the only downside was lunch was DIY sandwich (ham, tomato, cucumber, peanut, with butter & jam spread) at the little cook house. Would've much preferred if we were given hot food, like what the other trekkers were eating.

sophie

Booked: 1 Day Mt Fansipan Summit | Cable Car Descent Add-On Available

The trek was great and quite challenging in places. Our guide was very informative and kept a good pace. We had booked a private trek because we didn't want to be in a group, but ended up picking up 2 other people along the way because a member of their group was struggling. No problem with that though. Lunch was very basic so you might want to bring some of your own food.

Darren Judd

Booked: 1 Day Mt Fansipan Summit | Cable Car Descent Add-On Available

We chose this tour (2D1N trekking) because we wanted to experience trekking up (and down) Fansipan and see some of the local villages and rice terraces outside Sapa - which we successfully did. The trek up the mountain was peaceful and with some nice viewpoints along the way. However, do not expect a view from the top, as it is most often inside a cloud. Our guide was very kind and told us about the local flora. He sat a good pace on our way up, but on our way down we felt rushed. It seems like the guides prefer to take the cable car down, but because we had gone up in 5,5 hours (including 1 hour lunch) he allowed it. It took us about 4,5 hours to walk back down. The trek was tough but not impossible and there were small breaks along the way. Beware that there are a lot of tall and rough stairs, and you will need to use your hands to scale some of the steeper terrain. Zizi's Homestay was very nice - if not a bit cold in the night - and in a beautiful area overlooking the rice fields. The staff was very kind, and food is great. The rice terrace trekking on day two was with a local H'Mong woman, who was very kind and talkable. Her english was a bit rough around the edges, but we could understand her and she could answer all our questions. The trek was steep in the beginning but easier and shorter than Fansipan. She accomodated our tour to the weather, so we spent more time in the local villages and less time overlooking rice fields that were hidden behind the clouds. The tour was interesting even though we spent more time walking on the roads than we did seeing the local life. Lunch was delicious though it was in a place solely built for tourists passing through. An overall great experience if you only have a few days in Sapa. However, if we had had more time in Sapa, we would have chosen a longer tour with more time in the villages.

Lucca D. Kjærgaard

Booked: 2 Day Ultimate Sapa Adventure: Fansipan & Sapa's Heart

Mountain Climbing in Vietnam FAQs

What are some popular mountains for climbing in Vietnam?

Some popular mountains for climbing in Vietnam include Fansipan, Bach Moc Luong Tu, and Pu Ta Leng.

What is the best time of year for mountain climbing in Vietnam?

The best time for mountain climbing in Vietnam is from October to April when the weather is cooler and drier.

What gear is essential for mountain climbing in Vietnam?

Essential gear for mountain climbing in Vietnam includes sturdy hiking boots, layers of clothing, a backpack, water bottles, and a first aid kit.

Are there guided tours available for mountain climbing in Vietnam?

Yes, there are many tour companies that offer guided mountain climbing tours in Vietnam, providing experienced guides and necessary equipment.

What are some important safety tips for mountain climbing in Vietnam?

Some important safety tips for mountain climbing in Vietnam include staying hydrated, staying on marked trails, checking the weather forecast, and letting someone know your itinerary before starting your climb.

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