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For those who may not know, Binh Thuan is truly blessed by Mother Nature with many stunning landscapes that few places can offer. Not characterized by flashy or luxurious resorts, this land captivates travelers with its most pristine and peaceful features. When you arrive at Bau Trang tourist area, you will clearly feel this. Let's explore more with NVK Travel in the following article.
In the local dialect, "Bau" means lake. Bau Trang used to be a large lake. Later, the local people built a large sand dam across the lake to create a pathway. The large lake was divided into two parts: the small lake and the large lake, also known as Bau Ong and Bau Ba.
Bau Ba has an area of over 70ha, larger than Bau Ong. The average depth of Bau Ba is 5m, and during the rainy season, the deepest water level can reach up to 19m. The widest area of Bau Ba can extend up to 500m, and because it is surrounded by white sand dunes, this area is now called Bau Trang.
Bau Trang is located in Hong Lam village, Hoa Thang, Binh Thuan. It is about 60km northeast of the city center. With its pristine and peaceful beauty that cannot be found anywhere else in the S-shaped land, Bau Trang tourist area has a special attraction for photographers and tourists both domestic and international.
Sharing summarized information about Bau Trang tourist area
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Below are some interesting points in Bau Trang tourist area:
Bau Trang is surrounded by pristine white sand stretches that are incredibly poetic. Visitors standing on the sand dunes will feel overwhelmed by the creative hand of Mother Nature. The best time for visitors to come here is from 5 AM to 9 AM and from 4 PM to 6 PM each day, as this is when you can capture stunning sunrises and sunsets.
Visit the vast white sand dunes at Mui Ne
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Bau Trang is also known by another name, Bau Sen. From May to August each year, the lotus blooms fully, creating a stunning scene that amazes any visitor. You can rent a boat to stroll and enjoy the fresh air on the lake. The sight of a lotus lake blooming in the middle of the white sand desert is also a "Wonder" that is hard to find in other tourist areas.
One of the most exciting experiences at Bau Trang tourist area is cruising on the sand dunes with motorcycles or jeeps. The vehicle rental service here is very popular, with prices around 300,000 VND for 20 minutes for small vehicles and 800,000 VND for 30 minutes for larger vehicles. When swaying on the undulating sand dunes, taking in the vast stretches of sand will surely be an unforgettable experience.
Enjoy an exciting jeep driving experience
Sand sliding is also an interesting activity that you should not miss. The cost for each slide is about 20,000 VND. You will be provided with a mat and given detailed instructions before sliding. The feeling of rushing down from the top and soaring into the air is incredibly thrilling.
Visiting Bau Trang tourist area without tasting the local specialties would indeed be a miss. There are no restaurants around this area, but you will find local vendors selling food. Enjoying simple dishes like banh loc, banh can, etc., amidst the sand dunes will reveal an extraordinary flavor.
Enjoying many local specialty dishes
To reach Bau Trang tourist area, you need to travel to Phan Thiet first. The most common means of transport is still the bus, taking about 4 hours from Ho Chi Minh City. You can choose from many reputable bus companies to book tickets. Bau Trang is about 60km from the center of Phan Thiet city, and you can travel in two ways:
From Phan Thiet, drive along National Highway 1A towards Luong Son town. Then turn right at the Luong Son intersection, and you can continue for about 18km through the red clam forest, green coconut forest, and vast white sand dunes. This route is also favored by many due to its pristine and impressive scenery.
Start moving from Vo Nguyen Giap road, through Xuan Thuy, Hon Rom, then go straight towards Mui Ne market. From here, you can continue along the coastline for another 12km and admire the beautiful coastal road along the way.
Guide to getting to Bau Trang tourist area
Bau Trang tourist area is truly an ideal destination if you have the chance to visit Binh Thuan. It is also a place where you can enjoy the pristine beauty of nature. In addition to the natural beauty, there are also many interesting experiential activities such as driving, sand sliding, etc. NVK Travel hopes that the shares above will inspire your journey to explore Binh Thuan. If you do not have a specific itinerary yet, please contact us immediately to receive an accurate tour.
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