Reasons why foreign travelers like trekking in Sapa

Reasons why foreign travelers like trekking in Sapa

Among places Anna Zalazar visited in northern Vietnam, hiking in Sapa was one of the most memorable experiences.

Due to relatively short time in Vietnam, Anna Zalazar, a freelance writer writing for travel magazine TripZilla, booked a tour from Ha Long Bay to Sapa. The trip left her many reasons to urge others to come to Sapa and experience trekking.

Traveling by train

Although traveling alone, you do not have difficulties on the way to Sapa. Because the trip is quite long, catch the night train will save a lot of time. This is Anna's first train ride in Asia and it's really a beautiful experience. However, you should pay attention to your luggage when sleeping on the train.

Many tourists choose to take a train to Lao Cai before coming to Sapa.

Walking around the town of Sapa

Start the journey from the center of the town. A peaceful and beautiful place, Sapa is somewhat like Hanoi because of the ancient buildings built in the French colonial period. It will take you only a few hours to walk around this small town.

Explore the cultural life of ethnic minorities

Sapa is inhabited by several ethnic minorities, of which H'Mong is the majority. When you come here, ethnic women will accompany you around the mountains and introduce the brocade that they make themselves. You can easily communicate with them in English. This is a good opportunity to explore the culture and life of the locals.

Hoang Lien Son mountain range

If you want a mountaineering tour, definitely not to miss the Hoang Lien Son Range. You will admire the majestic views of the mountains. The beautiful scenery appears after each step.

Spectacular nature

As a natural lover, Anna is overwhelmed by the beauty of the Hoang Lien Son Range. If you like taking pictures, you should not miss this place on your trip.

In addition, the natural landscape of Sapa is also prominent. You will be fascinated by the majestic beauty but also full of charm and poetic here.

Ethnic minority children can be encountered throughout the trekking route.

Highland children

Children here work to support the family. Typically, 7 to 9 year olds will follow tourists to sell cheap souvenirs and jewelery. They also have to go a long way to get to school. When not in school, the children sell to tourists. You should buy hand embroidered bracelets rather than give them candy, because at least it will help them get a meal during the day.

Watch the herds

Have you ever seen the white buffalo? If not, come here to see and visit, learn more.

Explore the local culture at homestay

At home is the best way to learn the life of the North West. The houses here will provide quite simple foot rests with a mattress, mosquito nets and clean toilets for guests.

Maybe not everything is comfortable but this is definitely a good opportunity to meet indigenous people, eat dinner, drink and enjoy regional specialties. The owner of the house where Anna is very friendly and she really had a great time here.

Finish the day with amazing sunsets

Nothing is more interesting than watching the sunset from the top of the mountain. You will also find the town of Sapa hidden under the fog of fanciful and attractive.

Sunset on the high mountains in Sapa.

A few notes for the trip

Sapa has an average of 160 days per year. The weather is mainly cloudy and foggy. Therefore, cloudiness can cover up your vision. Rain and fog will also cause many difficulties for the trip. If you do not want the journey to be interrupted, you should find out more about the weather before you leave.

If you want to save money, you should book tickets in advance at Hanoi Railway Station. After reaching Lao Cai Station, there are many bus or bus for you to easily move to the town.
If you do not want to get stuck on difficult or slippery trekking trails, do not forget to bring hiking boots or rubber boots.