Experience an immersive 2-day-1-night adventure in Vietnam’s Central Highlands, filled with authentic encounters and stunning landscapes. Connect with local people, explore natural wonders, and enjoy the thrill of elephant riding.
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English
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Buon Ma Thuot
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4 star
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Buon Ma Thuot
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Easy
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All meals during the tour
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Private
Overview
- Start/End: Buon Ma Thuot/Buon Ma Thuot
- Visit: Buon Ma Thuot
- Duration: 02 Days
- Travel style: Authentic
- Category: Private tour
- Tour schedule: Daily departure
- Tour guide in: English, Français
Advice:
- Bring comfortable shoes, hats, and sunscreen
- Pack swimming clothes for a dip at Draysap Waterfall
Highlights
- Landscapes: Draysap Waterfall, Lak Lake
- Cultural Exploration: Life of E-de and M'nong people
- Farming areas for coffee, pepper, and mushrooms
- Elephant riding
- Gong music show
- Bao Dai King's house
Itinerary
Morning:
8:00 - Begin your day with a pick-up from your hotel by your tour guide and driver. Head to Daklak Museum to delve into the ethnography, biodiversity, and history of the region. This museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and natural heritage of Daklak.
Next, continue to Kien Cuong Civet Coffee Farm to learn about civet raising and the unique process of producing civet coffee. This experience will give you an insight into one of the most exclusive coffees in the world.
Afternoon:
Break for lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, depart for Dray Sap Waterfalls, located 30 km from Buon Ma Thuot City. Known as the "Misty Waterfall" in the E-de language, Dray Sap cascades from a height of 30 meters and stretches 100 meters wide, creating a spectacular misty veil. Walk along the scenic paths leading to a fresh stream where guests can swim. Explore the flora of the surrounding forest and capture photos of mushrooms and traditional stilt houses.
Late Afternoon:
Return to Buon Ma Thuot, making stops along the way at coffee plantations and pepper gardens. Visit the AkoDhong village of the Ede people to learn about their traditional lifestyle and culture.
End your day with an overnight stay at a hotel in Buon Ma Thuot City.
Note: If you arrive early in the morning at Buon Ma Thuot airport, you can start the tour from there.
Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: Lunch, Dinner
Private transportation
Entrance fees
02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
Morning:
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel. Afterward, depart for Lak Lake, making a stop along the way to climb the largest elephant rock. Enjoy a walk around the village, immersing yourself in the local lifestyle and learning about their traditions and cultures.
Upon arrival at Lak Lake, experience the joy of feeding elephants and embark on a dugout canoe trip on the serene waters of the lake.
Midday:
Savor lunch at a lakeside restaurant, indulging in some local specialties.
Afternoon:
Visit the Bao Dai King’s house, perched atop a hill, and capture stunning photographs of the panoramic views. Later, join the M’Nong people in Le Village for a captivating Gong music performance and partake in traditional rice wine drinking.
End your day with a return trip to Buon Ma Thuot.
Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Private transportation
Entrance fees
02 bottles of mineral water (500 ml)/pax/day
Elephant Riding: Buon Ma Thuot
Boat: Dugout canoe
Leisure: Gong Music Show
Tour Included
- Guided Tour: An English-speaking tour guide to accompany you throughout the journey.
- Entry Fees: All entrance fees and tickets as listed in the itinerary.
- Private Transportation: A private car to ensure a comfortable journey throughout the tour.
- Boat: Dugout canoe
- Meals: 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunch, 2 Dinner
- Selected Accommodations with daily breakfast
- Leisure: Gong Music Show
- Elephant Riding:
- Additional Costs: Service charges and taxes are covered.
Tour Excluded
- Flights: International flights to and from your home country.
- Insurance: Travel insurance is not covered.
- Personal Expenses: Any personal spending is on your own.
- Tips: Tipping and gratuities are not included.
- Additional Items: Anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
Key highlights include visiting Dray Sap Waterfall, exploring the Ethnographic Museum in Buon Ma Thuot, experiencing the traditional M’nong ethnic village at Lak Lake, and enjoying a canoe trip on Lak Lake.
Accommodation is usually in a 4-star hotel in Buon Ma Thuot and a lodge or resort near Lak Lake, ensuring a comfortable and authentic experience.
Travel is typically by private vehicle, providing flexibility and comfort throughout the journey.
Yes, the tour usually includes breakfast, with some packages also including lunch and dinner.
The best time to visit is from November to April when the weather is cooler and drier.
Yes, the itinerary can often be customized to meet your preferences. It’s best to discuss this with the tour operator.
Pack light clothing, comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and a light jacket for cooler evenings.
It’s respectful to cover your shoulders and knees when visiting temples and cultural sites.
Yes, the tour includes several family-friendly activities, making it suitable for travelers of all ages.
