The beautiful, peaceful villages of Lao Cai have become the attractive destinations for tourists to explore Lao Cai. Let’s visit some of the most captivating community-based tourism villages in Lao Cai.
1. Cat Cat Village
Amidsting the wild and majestic mountain scenery of Sapa, Cat Cat village stands out with its simple wooden houses, babbling streams, vibrant brocade fabrics, and friendly ethnic minority people, making it a must-visit for anyone coming to Lao Cai. Cat Cat village has many interesting and attractive things for you to discover. From winding small roads, ancient houses, handicraft villages, cascading waterfalls to spectacular performances by local artisans. Crossing the steep, stone-paved road, a stunning landscape will unfold before your eyes. A cascading white waterfall flows swiftly; Giant watermills, precarious bamboo bridges over cascading waterfalls, wooden swings, rustic thatched houses.
Cat Cat village
2. Lao Chai Village
Lao Chai is a fairly densely populated village, nestled in the widest and most beautiful valley – Muong Hoa Valley. It is surrounded by the mountains and unique terraced rice fields that stretch right to the doorsteps, seemingly connecting to the clouds. From Lao Chai, you can see Hoang Lien Son mountain range on one side and Ham Rong mountain range on the other. Lao Chai is an ideal location for trekking with the majestic beauty of its terraced rice fields… Walking through the villages not only allows you to fully appreciate the beauty of nature but also helps you understand more about the life, activities, and culture of the local people. You should experience at least one night in a charming little homestay to enjoy the peaceful and warm atmosphere.
Tourists is trekking through the majestic beauty of Lao Chai terraced rice fields
3. Ta Van Village
From Sapa, you follow the winding mountain trail for about 8 km to reach Ta Van village. The village is as beautiful as a painting, nestled against Hoang Lien Son mountain range, in front Muong Hoa stream. One day is probably not enough to visit Ta Van; You should stay for a few days and slowly experience the interesting things which Ta Van has to offer. There are many simple, rustic homestays mixed with the thatched houses of the locals. Ta Van has many ancient houses built on the earthen floor, characteristic of the Giay ethnic group.
Charming and rustic homestay
Visiting Ta Van village, staying in a homestay, learning about the lifestyle and unique cultural features of the Giay people, and admiring the peaceful scenery is truly a wonderful experience.
4. Ta Phin Village
Ta Phin village is about 12 km from the center of Sapa and inhabited by two ethnic groups, the Dao and Hmong. Ta Phin village boasts beautiful natural scenery and rich cultural traditions of the Red Dao people, with their famous brocade weaving, traditional herbal baths, and drum-making. Visiting Ta Phin village, tourists can admire the vibrant costumes, enjoy local specialties, take herbal baths, and immerse themselves in the simple life of the locals.
Tourists visit Ta Phin village
5. Mu Cang Chai Thai Village
Thai Village is the peaceful community-based tourism village in Mu Cang Chai commune, showcasing the unique cultural charm of the Thai ethnic group amidst a land predominantly inhabited by the Hmong people. The village boasts a stunning location with airy traditional stilt houses nestled against the mountain range and facing the vast terraced rice valley. Visiting during the rainy season, tourists will admire the shimmering rice fields like giant mirrors reflecting the clouds and sky. And during the golden season, the entire area is illuminated by the vibrant golden color and the fragrant aroma of ripening rice. The road to the village is very flat and easy to navigate, directly connecting to the national highway, making it extremely convenient for both motorbikes and cars to travel, allowing tourists to stroll and admire the scenery, experience herbal baths, and enjoy unique local cuisine such as “Pa Pỉnh Tộp” grilled fish, or fragrant sticky rice.
The beautiful villages in Lao Cai are waiting for you to come and explore. Don’t hesitate any longer, come and experience new and exciting things and capture unforgettable moments!
Nguyen Thuy
