Recently, Ta Van village is considered as one of the 6 most beautiful villages in Asia, suitable for tourists looking for tranquility and enjoying the cool mountain climate. Lily’s Travel is so proud to introduce the beauty of Ta Van Village Vietnam in this article below.
Where Ta Van village is located?
12 km from the center of Sa Pa (Lao Cai province), Ta Van nestles in a lush green valley, home to the Giay and H’Mong people. Traditional stilt houses are scattered among terraced fields that change color with the seasons, surrounded by streams, waterfalls and bamboo forests. Unlike the crowded Cat Cat village, Ta Van maintains a slow pace of life. Visitors can rent motorbikes to explore further villages, or simply follow the trails to watch the sunrise turn the valley golden.
Things to do in Ta Van
Ta Van will bring you the peaceful feeling of a small village leaning against the cliff, breathtaking views of the distant mountains and forests and special experiences in Sapa Ta Van.
Visit and check-in at Cau May
Cau May is a suspension bridge across the stream. The bridge has a rustic beauty that is very suitable for the natural scenery of Ta Van, the bridge is made of thin wooden bars strung into long strips by forest vines. In Ta Van, there are not many simple bridges like Cau May, if you have the opportunity, visit Cau May to have a poetic check-in scene!
For example. Thang Co is one of the must-try local delicacies you shouldn’t miss. This dish is made from various cuts of horse meat such as lean meat, offal, blood, and liver, all simmered together with 12 different spices including lemongrass, ginger, cardamom, and cinnamon.
Cooked over the fire for several hours, the meat becomes incredibly tender, almost melting in your mouth. When served, it is kept hot and enjoyed with fresh vegetables like kohlrabi and local mustard greens. What makes the experience even more special is dipping the meat in a fragrant, spicy chili sauce that perfectly balances the flavors—an unforgettable taste of the highlands.
Trekking to explore the village
The trekking journey to explore Ta Van village will probably be the most memorable experience in the trip to Sa Pa for many tourists. With the roads winding between green terraced fields, the murmuring Muong Hoa stream and the fresh air, visitors will be immersed in the wild beauty of the Northwest mountains and forests.
Depending on the season, Ta Van village will wear different colors, from the season of golden ripe rice, green rice to the season of pouring water, all of which bring an interesting and memorable trekking experience.
Join the daily life of the local
The life of the people in Ta Van village today still retains its inherent rustic and simple features. The locals are very friendly, honest, and ready to welcome tourists with mountain specialties prepared by themselves. The people’s lives still go on as usual, they go to the fields in the morning and come back in the evening to weave and weave. Visitors to Ta Van village can immerse themselves in the daily life of the locals to fully experience the beauty of labor and understand more about the cultural beauty of the Northwest highlands.
Join the bustling market and unique cultural festivals
Ta Van village has not been focused on tourism activities, so it still retains the wildness and simplicity of an ethnic minority village. Therefore, visitors will have the opportunity to experience many activities imbued with the indigenous identity of the local people.You will witness and immerse yourself in their daily life through many daily activities, closely related to the life and habits of the people here.
Festivals such as Gau Tao of the Hmong, Full Moon Festival of the Red Dao or Full Moon Festival of the Seventh Month of the Giay are all imbued with traditional culture. Participating in these festivals will help you experience the rich spiritual life and the joyful, vibrant atmosphere of the ethnic communities here.
Best time to visit Ta Van
The best time to visit Ta Van Village in Sapa is during the ripe rice season (September – October), when the terraced fields glow golden, or during the water-pouring season (April – May), when the fields shimmer under the sunlight.
- April to May, the Water-Pouring Season, is when visitors may see terraced fields that reflect the sunshine, making beautiful and unique scenery.
- This is the most beautiful time of year, from August to October, when the rice turns a bright golden hue and makes a stunning natural image that is ideal for hiking and taking pictures.
- February to March (Early Spring): The hillsides are covered in peach and plum flowers, which make the air feel fresh and lovely.
- December to February (Winter): The temperature is very cold, and sometimes it snows, covering everything in white. It’s not something that happens very often, especially if you want to eat hot local food and get into the holiday atmosphere of the New Year.
How to get to Ta Van
Foreign tourists often rent hotels in the center of Sapa town, then depart for Sapa tourist destinations such as Cat Cat village, Muong Hoa valley, Ta Van village. Because it is about 12 km from the center of Sapa town, tourists should often rent a motorbike taxi, taxi or car to get to Ta Van village. This is also a way for you to admire all the natural beauty of Sapa.
From Sapa town, you move through Cau May street, follow the flow of Muong Hoa stream to Ta Van village. From Muong Hoa street, you go through Sapa city center to reach the ticket station. From this ticket station, you will be guided to Ta Van village. At the beginning of the village, there is a red iron bridge across Muong Hoa stream leading to Ta Van village.
In addition, today, due to the need to develop tourism, Sapa has exploited many routes, each route turns to a different village, so for backpackers, those who like to explore the way, you can follow the paths leading to different villages.
When booking a Sapa tour from Lily’s Travel, we will provide a full package service so that you can experience all the services to the fullest. Lily’s Travel will support you to rent a motorbike to “go backpacking” from hotels in Sapa and at the same time guide you to tourist destinations in Sapa.
However, if you are not used to driving a motorbike in Vietnam, you should hire a motorbike taxi because some roads in Sapa are a bit winding and small, with many rough and rocky sections that are quite difficult to travel.
Travel tips for visitors
When traveling to Ta Van village, there are some important notes you need to know to have a complete and enjoyable trip:
- Clothes: You should bring warm clothes, sneakers or hiking shoes to easily move on mountainous terrain and remember to bring a raincoat, even though the weather can change suddenly
- Book a homestay in advance: To avoid the situation of no rooms available, especially during peak season, you should book accommodation in advance
- Prepare ID: Don’t forget to bring your citizen ID or personal documents to do the procedures to stay at the homestay or when necessary during the trip…
Note for you:
A few years ago, there was no entrance fee to Ta Van village. The entrance gate was not strictly controlled. The most tourist attractions in Sapa collect tickets and Ta Van village is no exception. The purpose of collecting tickets is to support the lives of people in Ta Van village.
The entrance fee for the first time at Ta Van village is 75,000 VND/adult. However, the gate is not very strict. On bad weather days or at noon, there will be no ticket inspectors, so you can visit for free. Or those who take a taxi to the village will not be checked for tickets…
Nearby attractions around Ta Van
Nearby places in Ta Van village include Lao Chai village, Cau May village, and Muong Hoa valley, about 7-12km from Sapa town. You can get to Ta Van from Sapa town via Cau May and Muong Hoa road, then continue along the stream for about 1km to get there. Popular means of transportation are motorbike, taxi, or trekking, with the trekking option helping you experience the best natural landscape.
Sa Pa Ancient Rock Field
Stretching across the Muong Hoa Valley, this site features nearly 200 stones carved with mysterious shapes that attract countless visitors. Currently, there is no entrance fee, but travelers are advised not to carve or write on the rocks to help preserve this precious heritage.
Muong Hoa Stream
This stream has captured the hearts of many with its majestic yet poetic beauty. Here, you can admire the water as it flows gently at times and fiercely at others, while also capturing stunning photos to mark your journey.
Lao Chai Village
Located 7 km from Sapa town, Lao Chai village, like Ta Van village, still preserves the traditions of ethnic communities for generations. This is also one of the villages that tourists love, next to Ta Van village Sapa.
Ta Van Sapa is gently and softly beautiful, slowly melting the heart of any tourist who visits the village. A beauty that cannot be confused with other villages in Lao Cai, the impression from the innocent and lovely people here to the peaceful and quiet scenery, bringing you perfect moments of relaxation. Therefore, do not miss this place on your Sapa trip. And if you want to book a package tour, do not forget to contact Lily’s Travel.
