Nui Chua National Park – A Natural Sanctuary For Living Beings

Located in Ninh Thuan Province, Nui Chua National Park is a biodiversity area that preserves the fauna and flora of central Vietnam. A convergence of three environments—forest, maritime, and semi-desert—the Nui Chua Park has been recognized by UNESCO as one of the global biosphere reserves.

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Covering an area of 29,865 hectares, including 22,513 hectares of land and 7,352 hectares of sea, Nui Chua National Park stands out for its varied geographical features and diverse ecosystem. Indeed, Ninh Thuan experiences a harsh climate with high temperatures year-round, resulting in a unique ecosystem. This natural sanctuary is home to 1,511 plant species, including 54 rare species listed in the Red Book, as well as 765 animal species, 46 of which are classified as rare in Vietnam's Red Book. According to the site's managers, the park’s biodiversity is a priority for natural conservation, especially for the protection of wildlife such as the black bear, Malayan bear, Asiatic golden cat, and the yellow-headed tortoise.

Activities at Nui Chua National Park

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Hiking in the Mountains

Mount Cô Tuy, located at an altitude of 1,000 meters above sea level, offers an excellent hiking experience. We recommend hiking on the park's trails with a ranger to enjoy the park's beautiful landscapes while conquering the 6 summits: Chua Chong, Chua Vo, Chua Anh, Chua Em, Chua Chau, and Chua Chat.

Diving in the Coral Reefs

Vinh Hy is a small bay located in the Nui Chua area, to the northeast of Vinh Hai commune in Ninh Thuan province. This place is known for its pristine beauty with calm, green-colored waters that resemble an ink painting. Visitors to this destination can dive underwater to see colorful corals and marine life. Additionally, taking a boat ride around Vinh Hy Bay provides visitors with a memorable experience.

Discovery of the Vineyards

On the way to Mount Chua from Phan Rang, you will pass by vast vineyards. You can stop at any of your favorite vineyards, ask permission from the locals to take photos, and visit comfortably. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to listen to experienced farmers talk about the growth, cultivation, and care of the vines, and enjoy free wine and grape nectar during your visit. Phan Rang grapes are famous for their delicious flavor.

Swimming at the Most Pristine Beaches

The beaches of Nui Chua National Park are among the most pristine in the world. A series of beaches such as Thung Beach, Thit Beach, Hoi Beach, Kinh Beach, Nuoc Do Beach, Cha La Beach, Binh Tien Beach, Chuoi Beach, Da Vang Beach, and countless other beaches await you.

When visiting Nui Chua National Park, you can enjoy not only the most beautiful coastal road and conquer the mountain with the harshest climate, but also swim in the blue sea. Additionally, visitors also have the opportunity to learn more about the reproduction of rare turtle species. This place is registered as a site where marine turtle populations come to breed.

Visit to Da Vach Lake

Da Vach Lake is for those who love exploring, as the road leading to it is difficult to follow. The lake is about 80 meters long, 50 meters wide, and 1.5 meters deep, situated at an altitude of 236 meters above sea level. The surface of the lake features many rocky seams emerging like rock formations interspersed with trees, resembling bonsais, which reflect beautifully in the lake. Notable features on the water's surface are the water spinach, creating soft, winding green lines.

Due to its special geographic location, Da Vach Lake serves as a water reservoir for the entire area. During the dry season, Da Vach Lake becomes a refuge for living creatures such as monkeys, birds, and fish, who come here to search for water and food.

How to get to Nui Chua?

To visit the Nui Chua Biosphere Reserve, you can refer to this article to find the most convenient way to travel.

By Air

As Ninh Thuan does not have an airport, you should fly into Cam Ranh Airport in Khanh Hoa, which is 70 kilometers from Ninh Thuan. From there, you can take a taxi or a bus to Ninh Thuan.

Train

You can also choose to travel to Ninh Thuan by train. Departing from Ho Chi Minh City station to Phan Rang - Thap Cham station, the journey takes about 6 hours, and the fare ranges from 220,000 to 550,000 VND per trip.

Car or Motorcycle

After arriving in Phan Rang – Thap Cham, you can continue your journey to Ninh Thuan by car or motorcycle. By using these modes of transportation, you can take your time and stop wherever you like.

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