Many people ask if the Ha Giang loop is really worth it. Cause yes, it’s a bit out of the way, actually close to the border with China. But that also means it’s in fairly untouched land, which makes it the trip any traveler’s dreams are made of. My boyfriend Alex and I did the … Read more
Ha Giang city is located in North Vietnam, close to the border with China. You might know it as the start to the Ha Giang Loop. It covers an area of 135.33 km² and has a population of around 70,000 inhabitants. 22 different ethnicities live here, the majority (~50%) being Kinh and Tày people. Contrary … Read more
Nestled within stunning karst mountain formations, Dong Van is one of the main stops in the Ha Giang loop. It’s a perfect base to set yourself up for a night or two. You can enjoy town and also visit some of the breathtaking landscapes which are less than 10 minutes away. Close to the border … Read more
Ha Giang is rapidly becoming a precious gateway for adventure seeking travelers. That has brought more and more tourism to the city. Naturally, the local economy will accommodate and expand with this change. This fact can help ethnic minority groups in Ha Giang improve their life conditions, implying many favorable outcomes for those who are … Read more
Whether driving on your own, on a tour, or riding in the back of a local guide/driver, you might want to know What to pack for a ride along the Ha Giang Loop. First of all, you need to know that you’ll be riding for about 4-5 hours a day at an average speed of … Read more
I’d love to give you a straight and clear answer. Unfortunately, it’s impossible. And not only because climate prediction has always a margin of error. The thing is the weather in the more than 350 kilometers of the Ha Giang Loop is constantly changing. So in this post I’d love to share with you how … Read more
If you’re not an experienced rider, or you’re not a rider at all, probably the first question that comes up to your mind when you hear about the beauties of this area is Am I skilled enough to ride the Ha Giang loop? So I’ll try to answer this question using my own experience as … Read more
If you’ve heard amazing things about Ha Giang and are interested in doing the Ha Giang loop, then the first thing that might have come to your mind is How hard is riding the Ha Giang loop. Of course, the answer depends on your riding skills. So first, the easy one: if you’re an experienced … Read more
I’ve already stated taking a tour is the way I choose for doing the Ha Giang loop. I actually posted my 7 reasons to do the Ha Giang loop with a local guide. But I’m aware that renting a bike can be a better option for other people. As everything in life, both options have … Read more
There are many ways to do the famous Ha Giang loop. You can go on an organized tour with a guide, ride your own bike, book a private van, take a local bus… In any of these ways, you can enjoy some of the most stunning views Vietnam has to offer. Moreover, the Ha Giang … Read more
