All you need to know about Ham Rong Mountain Sapa

If you ever travel to Sapa, Vietnam, besides some prominent places such as: Sapa Stone Church, Fansipan peak,… Ham Rong Mountain is also a quite interesting destination for tourists. With the majestic beauty of nature and unique architectural works, Ham Rong Mountain will certainly leave unforgettable impressions on visitors. So let’s explore Ham Rong Mountain in more detail with Smile Travel.

1. Introduction to Ham Rong Mountain

It is no coincidence that this mountain is called Ham Rong. It is called Ham Rong because the rocks here are randomly stacked on top of each other to form the shape of a dragon’s head facing the sky. There have been many legends about Ham Rong Mountain. Such as:

Once upon a time, there was a pair of dragons playing here when suddenly a great flood struck. At that time, one dragon had time to fly into the sky, while the other was unfortunately stuck here. The trapped dragon then turned to stone and flew away with its head facing its friend. And it is rumored that Ham Rong Mountain is the head, while the tail of the dragon stretches towards Heaven Gate, O Quy Ho peak and Muong Hoa commune.

The mountain is about 1,850m above sea level, about 400m higher than Sa Pa town center. Because of this height, visitors coming here can enjoy the most panoramic view of Sa Pa town and the surrounding majestic mountain peaks.

Regarding the address, Ham Rong Mountain is about 3.5km from Sapa town and located behind Sapa Stone Church. This distance is not too far and the road is also very easy so visitors don’t have to worry about getting lost. You can ask local people for directions or use Google maps to be sure.

Ham Rong Mountain is open from 7:00 to 18:00 and to visit you will need to buy a ticket. Ticket prices may change from time to time. And below are the Ham Rong Mountain entrance fee that we have updated as follows:

• Adults: 70,000 VND/ticket
• Children from 1.15m to 1.3m: 30,000 VND/ticket
• Children under 1.15m tall: Free.

Ham Rong Mountain is divided into 3 main areas, including: Ham Rong Flower Garden, Thach Lam Stone Garden and Ham Rong peak. Getting lost here, you will feel like you are lost in a fairyland with the brilliant colors of all kinds of flowers and trees.

Let’s explore details about the attractions in Ham Rong Mountain Sapa with Smile Travel.

2. What to visit and experience at Ham Rong Mountain

2.1. Ham Rong flower garden

Perhaps this is a destination that many tourists love and take photos of when visiting Ham Rong Mountain. When you set foot in the flower garden, you will admire all kinds of different flowers with diverse colors and fragrant scents. The flower trees have been skillfully arranged by artisans into the extremely beautiful and delicate letters SAPA, becoming the check-in location for countless tourists coming here. Sapa’s climate helps its flora grow lushly all year round.

The flower garden scene is both simple and romantic, the scent of flowers fills every corner, wafting in the chilly winds. Currently, the tourist area is building a flower cultivation area in the garden – where visitors can directly buy seeds to plant in their home garden.

2.2. Thach Lam rock garden

Thach Lam Stone Garden is nestled in the heart of Ham Rong Mountain, like a beautiful natural picture bestowed by the Creator. With thousands of large and small stone blocks stacked on top of each other, creating strange and unique shapes, the rock garden has become one of the most attractive destinations in Sa Pa.

Each block of rock here has its own beauty, sometimes it looks like elephants drinking water, sometimes it looks like dragons curling up. Sunlight shines on the rocks, creating magical shadows, making the scene more magical than ever.

Interesting things when exploring Thach Lam Stone Garden:

• Stone maze: Stone blocks stacked on top of each other form narrow, winding paths, creating the feeling of being lost in a mysterious maze.
• Lush green trees: Among the arid rocks are lush green trees, creating a cool, pleasant green space.
• Virtual living spot: With unique scenery, Thach Lam Stone Garden is one of the most popular “virtual living” photography locations in Sa Pa.

2.3. Garden of statues of 12 zodiac animals

Nestled among colorful flower gardens, the 12 zodiac animal statue garden is a destination not to be missed when you explore Ham Rong Mountain. With statues simulating the vivid images of the 12 zodiac animals, arranged harmoniously and delicately, this place has become an interesting little corner, attracting many visitors, especially young people.

The statues are meticulously carved, bringing vivid images of each animal. Interspersed among the statues are colorful flowers such as gerberas and fairy flowers, creating an extremely lively and eye-catching scene. The special highlight of the statue garden is the concrete bridge spanning over the stone statue of a goat, creating an extremely unique photography angle.

2.4. Peach garden

Nestled in the green space of Ham Rong Mountain, the peach garden is a special highlight that attracts tourists. With ancient peach trees and peach blossoms blooming in spring, the peach garden becomes a charming landscape painting, bringing a romantic and poetic space. Peach garden is the ideal place for you to relax, stroll and enjoy fresh air. The sound of chirping birds and the scent of peach blossoms will help you forget the troubles of life. The best time to see peach blossoms is from late December to early March. This is when the peach blossoms are in full bloom, creating an extremely romantic and poetic scene.

2.5 Orchid forest

The orchid forest is a completely different world with thousands of orchids blooming. With a cool, humid climate and fertile soil, this place has become an ideal habitat for rare orchids to grow and develop. The best time to visit this place is in spring. At that time, you will be able to enjoy watching all kinds of orchids blooming. Their elegant beauty will make you swoon!

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2.6. Cloud yard, Heaven gate

Cloud yard, also known as Thien Dinh yard, is located on Ham Rong peak, at an altitude of about 1,800m above sea level. This is one of the most beautiful viewing spots of Sa Pa. From the rattan yard, you can zoom out and admire the panoramic view of Sa Pa town, Muong Hoa valley, Cat Cat village and beautiful terraced fields. Especially in the early mornings or late afternoons, when a sea of clouds covers the entire valley, you will feel like you are lost in a fairyland.

Heaven Gate is one of the most popular check-in spots at Ham Rong Mountain. To reach the heavenly gate, you will have to go through a quite steep and narrow road, but when you reach the top, you will be rewarded with a beautiful view. The Heaven Gate is designed like a giant window, opening up a vast, endless space. From here, you can see the entire scenery of Sa Pa and feel the majesty of nature.

2.7. Sapa telecommunications station

Located at an altitude of nearly 2,000 meters above sea level, Sapa Telecommunications Station is one of the highest points of Ham Rong Mountain. 

From the Telecommunications Station, you can zoom out and admire the panoramic view of Sapa town hidden in the smoke. The undulating roofs, winding roads and green terraced fields all appear clearly below the eye. In particular, you also have the opportunity to see Fansipan peak – “Roof of Indochina” towering high in the sky.

The space at Sapa Telecom Station is extremely airy and peaceful. You can sit and rest on the stone benches, enjoy the fresh air and listen to the whispering wind. This is the ideal place for you to temporarily get away from the noise of daily life and find balance for your soul

In addition, Sapa Telecommunications Station is also an ideal check-in point for those who love photography. With majestic scenery and fresh air, you will get amazing “virtual living” photos.

2.8. Immerse yourself in ethnic activities and festivals

Besides immersing yourself in the majestic mountain scenery and hundreds of blooming flowers, tourists can also participate in ethnic activities of the Dao, H’mong or Giay ethnic people,… The festival is often held at the ethnic art performance area next to Trao Duyen cave with the participation of local artists wearing colorful brocade costumes. Flexible Xoe dances, bamboo dances, love songs or melodious Khen melodies help deeply convey the region’s cultural identity. In addition, you will have the opportunity to enjoy interesting folk games such as blindfolded goat catching, shuttlecock throwing, hanging bridge riding… and enjoy delicious specialties of Sa Pa such as thang co horse, ban pig roast, grilled stream fish…

3. When is the best time to visit Ham Rong Mountain?

 Ham Rong Mountain reviews, we realized that to have a complete trip, choosing the right time is extremely important.

In spring, usually from January to April, this is the flower blooming season, everywhere on Ham Rong Mountain is filled with the colors of flowers. The air is cold and pleasant, very suitable for you to enjoy relaxation and explore the beauty of nature.

Fall (from September to November) is equally wonderful, because autumn in Sapa brings a romantic beauty with falling yellow leaves everywhere. The climate is cool and fresh, very suitable for trekking and sightseeing.

In winter (usually from December to early February), visitors need to consider because the weather is cold and dense fog can limit visibility and make travel difficult. In the summer (from June to August), the weather is hot and even has heavy rain, which will affect the quality of the trip.

So before traveling to Ham Rong Mountain Sapa, you need to check the weather forecast to prepare carefully for the trip.

4. Share experiences when visiting Ham Rong Mountain

Some small notes when moving to Ham Rong mountain:

• Update the situation on weather forecast apps/websites to avoid climbing on stormy days.
• Priority is given to traveling with a large group and having a professional guide if climbing Ham Rong peak along the forest path.
• You should bring a map of the tourist area, a compass, and a mobile device to easily determine direction and contact to request support when necessary.
• You should bring sports shoes, hats, sunscreen, drinking water and some snacks to serve the exploration process.
• Always obey signs and instructions from local people.

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With diverse terrain, from steep cliffs to lush green valleys, along with a system of flower gardens, rocks, stairs,… built in harmony with nature, Ham Rong Mountain is truly a beautiful natural picture. Conquering Ham Rong mountain is not only a physical challenge but also an opportunity for visitors to immerse themselves in nature, enjoy fresh air and explore the wonders of the Northwest mountains and forests.

Thus, Smile Travel has just introduced tourists to Ham Rong Mountain Sapa, hoping the above information will help tourists during their travel. Besides, to book Vietnam package tours as well as Ha Long Bay cruise tours, visitors can contact Smile Travel via hotline/ WhatsApp: (+84) 941776786 for free advice.

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