Muong Hoa Valley
Known for its panoramic views, breathtaking sights, and beautiful rice paddies, Muong Hoa Valley is a top tourist destination located 14 kilometres away from the Sapa town centre.
Visiting Muong Hoa Valley provides a one-of-a-kind walking and trekking experience which incorporates a stop to the many remote villages in the district of Sapa. The five-hour trip to Muong Hoa Valley allows tourists to see impressive landscapes and rice fields, see the majestic Muong Hoa River, and interact with the H’mong, Zay, and Zao minority groups. While on the valley, you’ll see firsthand how the tribal groups have survived here for more than a hundred years by observing them at work in the rice fields. Make your experience more memorable by visiting the Ta Van Village — a unique village of the Giay minority which holds cultural activities at night.
Location
Muong Hoa Valley is located at Sapa 333108, Vietnam.
Opening Days and Hours
Opens daily, 24 hours.
Entry Fee and Bookings
Trekking tour of Sapa, which makes a stop at Muong Hoa Valley, starts at USD 190.
How to Get There
- Board a train from Hanoi to Lao Cai.
- Board a bus to Sapa.
- From Sapa, book a trekking tour to Muong Hoa Valley.
Suggested For
- Solo travelers/backpackers
- Couples
- Families
- Groups
Time to Spend
Tour of Muong Hoa Valley can take an entire day.
Popularity and Best Time to Go
Best time to visit Muong Hoa Valley is between April and June.
Activities
- Trekking
- Observing local life
- Cultural activities
Food
Meals are provided by tours.
Nearby Attractions
- Fansipan Mountain
- Silver Waterfalls
- Sapa Museum
- Cable Car Sapa
Stay
Tours to Muong Hoa Valley include accommodations in one of the nearby homestays.