This Pu Luong travel guide will help you to plan your stay in this wonderful nature reserve the best way. When to go, what to do, where to sleep!

Son Ba Muoi is located on the extreme north part of the Pu Luong Nature Reserve. It is composed of three villages in Lung Cao commune, Ba Thuoc district. It is also known as Cao Son and also as “the mini-Sapa” due to the all-year long cool weather. At 1200m high above the sea level, Son Ba Muoi is at the top of Pha He, Pha Chien mountain ranges. Beautifully located between Ngoc Son – Ngo Luong Nature Reserve and the Cuc Phuong National Park.

There is a total of 24 villages in the Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Only few of them have been impacted by the tourism, modifying the aspect.

There is a total of 24 villages in the Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Only few of them have been impacted by the tourism, modifying the aspect. Don Village is the most developed one and can be considered as the epicenter of the touristic area. His location is very special with stunning view on the rice fields and the mountain range. You will find every kind of accommodations in the village from the traditional homestay to higher standards Hotels.

The Pu Luong Nature Reserve is decorated with limestone landscape, mountains covered by primary forest and jungle. The mountain range takes a big part of the land and allow to create some hidden valleys in between.

Kho Muong is probably the most special one as it is accessible only by motorbike or walking. Lost in a hidden valley, home of a circular mountain range with rice paddies and the largest cave in the Reserve, the “Bat Cave”.

Hieu village has also changed in last 3 years with homestays blooming all over the village. This is due to the stream along the village creating a multi-level waterfall that allows water hike in the dry season or a swim with the friendly locals.

Known as the epicenter of the touristic area in Pu Luong Nature Reserve, Don village remains a small one. It has naturally developed first due to its convenient location but mostly because the landscapes surroundings the village are truly impressive, rice terraces

As part of the journey, experiencing the local gastronomy is a way to discover the culture. The food in Pu Luong is particularly tasty, healthy and varied. We will find out in this article what not to miss when visiting Pu Luong Nature Reserve.

it is possible to end every Pu Luong – Mai Chau tour in Mai Chau if you are lacking of time. We can arrange then a shuttle bus or a private car to take you to your next destination. Contact us directly and we will answer any special requests.

Mai Chau is a district of Hoa Binh Province, just some 140 km form Hanoi to the west and 60 km from Hoa Binh City.

Mai Chau is a district of Hoa Binh Province, just some 140 km form Hanoi to the west and 60 km from Hoa Binh City. Mai Chau Town is located in the heart of a beautiful valley that is home to Thai ethnic minority and some others.

Mai Chau gradually becomes an ideal destination for those who love to explore the wonderful natural scenery and friendly people. Mai Chau stilt-house will actually be one of the best choices for the tourists traveling to the wonderland.

Mai Chau Bike Tours is our collection of Vietnam best bike tours we provide in Mai Chau valley as well as its surrounding places (Mai Hich, Ban Buoc, Cun Pheo, Hang Kia, Pu Luong, Moc Chau, Hang Kia, Hoa Binh, Ngoc Son Ngo Luong, Da Bia). Most of these Mai Chau cycling tours are private customized, so that you can ride at your own pace.