August comes, the weather turns to autumn. At this time, it is quite cool that is ideal month for a trip to discover a new land, the beautiful sceneries across the wonderful S shaped land. So, which are the most beautiful destinations to visit in August in Vietnam? Check out the list below now.
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Visit northwest provinces of Vietnam in August
In a year, August is the time of transferring between summer and autumn. In this month the weather has not been too hot as the months before. This is the perfect time to visit provinces in the northwest of Vietnam and enjoy the cool weather, relax and immersed in the beautiful nature.
The highland at this time does not have cauliflower fields, bauhinia flowers nor buckwheat flowers. However, you will be “treated” with lush rice paddies. The most famous places to see the rice terraces in the lush green mixed with yellow color in August are in Sapa, Mu Cang Chai or Bac Son Valley.
It is okay if you wait till September or October when the rice has been ripe to see the brilliant golden paddies under the dazzling sunlight. But, isn’t it more interesting to see the terraces turn from green to yellow color in August?
In addition, you will also have the opportunity to learn more about the unique cultural features of villages of ethnic groups here. It will be an unforgettable experience to see the daily life of the locals, see the immense sky above from Khau Pha Pass and admire the wild but majestic and attractive scenery of the cliffs and nature here.
Travel to provinces in the Central highlands
To professional backpackers, the Central Highlands of Vietnam is not a new name. There is nothing more interesting than coming to one of the provinces of Tay Nguyen in August and see the torrential white waterfalls or driving through hills and listen to the songs of pine forests. You will definitely feel like being lost in a world that you never know about.
Coming here, you can also learn more about the culture of gongs of local people as well as enjoy Ruou Can (wine drunk out of a jar through pipes) or drink pure coffee on every way you go. The Central Highlands make people easily fall in love with it and make you want to come back again.
If you travel to Vietnam at this time, you can also combine the tours of the Central Highlands and Da Lat. You can choose to travel to Kon Tum, Gia Lai, Dak Lak, Dak Nong or Lam Dong. They are all beautiful. In August, it is the rainy season in Da lat. But watching the rain and sipping a cup of coffee at a small cafe is not so great?
The Mekong Delta
The delta has a pleasant tropical monsoon climate with two alternate seasons: dry and rainy. Dry season runs from November through April or May with average temperature around 28 °C and the rainy season is from May till October. Although August is in the rainy season, the rain is short and does not affect your trip much. Thus, it is not a bad choice to travel to the Mekong Delta in this months.
August is also the beginning of the floating season in the Mekong Delta. Visiting the Mekong Delta in August, you not only have the opportunity to joining boat tours through canals, trade at floating markets or listen to Southern amateur music, but also can explore gardens with ripe fruits and pick them by yourself.
You also will enjoy some interesting activities, like riding a bike along the country roads, visiting local families to experience their daily life. Furthermore, it is the harvest season of fruits, so you will have a chance to enjoy many Vietnamese tropical fruits when they are fresh and delicious.
With all the information provided above, are you ready to make a plan for your trip in August? Do not let summer go in a boring way. Pack your backpack and let’s go!
