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Endowed with unique and ravishingly beautiful landscapes, Lung Ngọc Hoang Nature Reserve in the Mekong Delta province of Hau Giang is set to become a key attraction for sustainable tourism in the region.
Lung Ngoc Hoang Nature Reserve. Source: Unsplash
Now this place is the best non-touristy green boat trip canal as a secret gem to visit from Can Tho with a 1-hour drive, not a 3-hour drive like Tra Su and Lung Ngoc Hoang forest & nature’s smile is not only known as the “green lung” of the Mekong Delta but also one of the most unique biodiversity conservation areas of Vietnam.
Over 120 years ago, the Hau Giang people (the former Can Tho people) came to Lung Ngoc Hoang for reclamation and established villages and new lives. At war, Lung Ngoc Hoang became a solid revolutionary base and untouchable jungle during the period of resistance.
Since 1976, the land surrounding the Lung Ngoc Hoang became farmland, then moved to forest land. Many leaders recalled his predecessor and remembered (1983) that “they had to paddle and carry an oil lamp, a knife, and cooking utensils.
But after only a short time, his brothers were self-produced, transforming the “Mosquito cried like a blowing flute” into the romantic cajuput forest, the lush native trees intermingled with the bank of tropical fruit gardens and the locals.
History and information about Lung Ngoc Hoang Nature Reserve. Source: Istock
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Nowadays, Lung Ngoc Hoang Nature Reserve, 2,805.37 ha, is located in Phuong Binh Commune, Phung Hiep District, Hau Giang Province. This reserve also contributes to maintaining the ecological balance and increasing coverage, ensuring the Mekong region's environmental security and sustainable development.
Additionally, Lung Ngoc Hoang wetland & flooded forest is an ideal destination for nature lovers. Exploring and weaving in the untouched wetland of the Mekong Delta by boat gives the best wildlife and nature experience.
It’s like other strictly protected forests. Such as Vo Doi (Ca Mau), Tram Chim (Dong Thap), U Minh Thuong National Forest (Kien Giang), U Minh Ha National Park (Ca Mau), etc., until the end of October 2009, Lung Ngoc Hoang was still being protected day and night.
This is one of the protected areas that are less vulnerable to the fresh environment. In recent years, there have been no serious fires. Forests in the current lung are full of wetland ecosystems with diverse populations. Besides, the rich and pristine sunken system is combined with a strictly protected cajuput forest. Lung Ngoc Hoang is a suitable place for amphibians and shrimps to live abundantly.
History and information about Lung Ngoc Hoang Nature Reserve. Source: Pinterest
It used to be like the fish navel of the Hau River. Lung Ngoc Hoang currently has a varied flora, and 300 species of fauna are abundant, including 76 species of birds and 31 species of reptiles.
About 40 kilometers from Can Tho city, this wetland conservation is considered one of Can Tho's hidden gems for anyone who loves to see a real Mekong Delta beside Can Tho's floating market and small canals.
Endowed with not only natural beauty but also one of the area’s most peaceful spots, which belongs to the national specialized forest system in Southern Vietnam. In the Mekong Delta, Lung Ngoc Hoang is an ideal destination for ecological and scientific researchers, nature lovers, and those who love wild animals thanks to its wonderful, diverse wildlife and nature.
If you are a true nature lover, you would love to be in nature any time like us! The best time to visit Hau Giang is in the dry season from December to April, but the best time to visit this wetland is in the flooding and rainy season when the fish, food, and birds come back & wake up the nature and wildlife.
Best time to visit Lung Ngoc Hoang Nature Reserve. Source: Shutterstock
When the flood comes, the water lettuce covers the whole area of the forest and wild canals; this makes the destination such an unforgettable landscape. For other times of the year, especially during the dry season, visitors will see nature’s beauty in different ways as true nature explorers…
Since 2016 and 2017, the forest has attracted tourists. However, it wasn’t until 2019 that the local bridge and road official upgraded so much better. Top tip: The first week of November is top-notch.
Lung Ngoc Hoang Nature Reserve in Hau Giang Province offers a very quiet and ideal environment to showcase the typical wetland features of Vietnam. Those visiting this magnificent reserve will first need to get to Vi Thanh City, the capital of Hau Giang.
The reserve is approximately 40 km from the city, and people can reach it by taking a taxi, riding a motorbike, or driving their car since all these vehicles are readily available to facilitate travel.
How to get to Lung Ngoc Hoang. Source: Unsplash
Most often, the trip to the reserve will be made on beautiful countryside roads with rice fields and picturesque villages looking at the countryside way of life. Public transport-dependent people can usually find buses starting from the towns nearby, though one may need to put extra effort into that. A visit to Lung Ngoc Hoang allows tourists to take a guided tour and sightseeing by boat for in-depth observation of the diverse biodiversity and peculiar flora and fauna.
Hau Giang tourist attractions are magnificent in themselves, but if you have enough time, don’t forget to put other places on your bucket list. Hopefully, the above information will help you to come up with a great plan for your adventure in Hau Giang province, Mekong Delta, Vietnam. Have a safe trip with Asia King Travel!
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