Planning a trip to Sapa
If
your dream is to experience a unique
Vietnam tour, book your
hotels in Sapa and bask in a memorable nature experience. Many
seasoned travelers regard this town in Lao Cai as one of the
most promising tourist spots in the country. It is not
surprising because it is home to wonderful scenery that will
certainly take your breath away. So, if you are considering this
as an option for your next getaway, read on to learn the things
that you need to know about
Sapa.
Get to know the town.
Sapa is a humble municipality in the
province of Lao Cai, which
is becoming famous to many travelers. This charming place is
known for its picturesque landscape and rich cultural diversity.
Set against the Hoang Lien Son mountain range near the Tonkinese
Alps in Northwest Vietnam, this destination offers an array of
exciting adventures for local and foreign visitors alike. Sapa,
as well as its surrounding region, presents a refreshing
experience of being one with nature through its rice terraces,
lush forests and vegetation, and other natural attractions.
Learn about its climate.
Expect to experience a subtropical atmosphere in the summer with
an average temperature of 15.4ºC and a maximum of 29.4ºC.
Meanwhile, rain is more frequent during the month of August,
especially in the mornings. And from November to February, the
weather is constantly cold, wet, and foggy. After winter, most
budget and luxury
hotels in Vietnam are quickly filled. So, it
would be better if you'll book your hotels and
train tickets to Sapa in advance.
Be familiar with the people.
Adding more character to Sapa are the ethnic minorities that
live in and around the town. These tribal groups are the H'mong,
Dao, Tay, Giay, Muong, Thai, Hoa (ethnic Chinese), and Xa Pho (a
denomination of Phu La). Most of these people are found in small
villages scattered on the mountain terrains throughout the
district. To make a living, the old members of the group make
and sell interesting souvenir items, such as clothes and
blankets.
Take a glimpse of the place.
Sapa is making its way as the next big thing in the country. It
is becoming more popular as a great spot for trekking
adventures. Apart from this, the place also boasts an array of
impressive attractions that will surely entice a lot of visitors
from all over the world. Some of these fascinating tourist spots
are
Mt. Fansipan, Sapa Catholic Church, and
Ta Phin Old
Monastery.
Keep in mind these travel tips.
During your visit in any of the ethnic village, ask for
permission first before taking photos. Some of the minorities
are not comfortable with this. If you're here for a trekking
tour, it is advisable to bring or buy a poncho (a warmer).
Rubber boots and trekking shoes are also available in several
shops and hotels. Moreover, you can arrange a guided tour with
your Vietnam accommodations to ensure that you'll make the most
of your tour to Sapa.
