Lung Cung is the 10th highest peak among the top 10 highest mountains in Vietnam. However, it is the newest peak in the Northwest to be included in the list of "the most coveted mountains to conquer in Vietnam." Standing at an altitude of 2,913 meters, the trekking route to the summit lies deep in the rugged mountains of Nam Co commune, Mu Cang Chai district, Yen Bai province. This will surely be one of the most pristine treks, offering a diverse terrain with unique vegetation that you have ever explored. From the ancient chestnut trees in the primeval forest, bamboo groves, grassy hills near the summit, vast grassy valleys between mountain ranges, to the colorful terraced rice fields in Tu Le and Mu Cang Chai during harvest season. Lung Cung Peak is also a perfect spot for cloud hunting and witnessing stunning sunsets, offering a charm unlike any other peak in the Northwest.
Conquering Lung Cung to immerse yourself in the wilderness, purity, and grandeur of nature in this region.
Highlight
Departure Point:
Ha Noi
Duration:
2 days, 3 nights
Destination:
Yen Bai
Activities:
Trekking
Min :
2 people
Best time:
Sep - Apr
Max :
20 people
Difficulty level:
6/10
19:00 - Arriving at the departure point and boarding the vehicle to Nghia Lo, Yen Bai. Along the way, the bus will stop at a rest station on the highway for dinner (if needed).
23:00 - Arriving in Nghia Lo, where we will stay overnight at a homestay.
* Dinner tonight is not included
05:00 - Waking up early, having breakfast, and freshening up. Then, departing to Tu Le.
06:00 - Arriving in Tu Le and preparing for the trekking journey to the top of Lung Cung. Non-essential items for trekking, such as clothes to change into after the descent, can be left at a homestay in Tu Le. We'll take motorbikes to the starting point of the trekking route.
08:00 - Arriving at the foot of the mountain and trekking through a diverse terrain and vegetation area, surrounded by untouched natural landscapes.
11:00 - Having rest for lunch by the stream. After lunch, we continue trekking to the overnight shelter.
16:00 - Arriving at the shed amidst an ancient chestnut forest. We will unpack, freshen up, and rest after the trekking journey. While waiting for dinner time, we can help the porters with cooking or take a walk around the shelter to enjoy the sunset.
18:30 - Having dinner, socializing, and sharing stories with the group, then freely relaxing and soaking in the tranquility of the mountains. We will sleep overnight in a windproof wooden shed with blankets and insulated mats for warmth.
* Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
04:00 - Waking up early, having breakfast, and beginning the final trek to the summit. After about 2 hours of walking through bamboo forests and vast hills of reeds, we will reach the summit.
06:30 - Reaching Lung Cung summit. If the weather is clear, you can enjoy a 360-degree view of floating clouds. After taking photos, resting, and admiring the mountain scenery, we will return to the shed.
08:30 - Arriving back at the shelter. Packing up and descending the mountain using the same route.
11:00 - Having lunch by the stream.
13:00 - Arriving at the foot of the mountain, where we will take motorbikes to the pickup point in Tu Le. Collecting your belongings, having a hot spring bath, and relaxing.
14:30 - Boarding the vehicle and returning to the guest house in Nghia Lo for dinner.
17:00 - Having a farewell dinner with Northwest specialty dishes.
19:00 - Departing for Hanoi. The group is expected to arrive back in Hanoi at around 12:30 AM. End of the tour.
* Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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1. Notes on the trekking route
This trekking route has diverse terrain and is not too challenging among the 15 highest peaks in Vietnam. The difficulty level of Lung Cung Peak is quite comparable to Lao Than Peak in Lao Cai and is considered one of the "beginner" peaks for those new to mountaineering.
We recommends carrying a backpack of around 10L and limiting it to no more than 2kg of essentials for trekking, such as wallet, phone, and water. Your personal items, such as clothes to change into at the shelter, daily drinking water, and food for meals on the mountain, will be carried by the porter.
2. Sleeping on the mountain
3. Food & water
4. Protecting the environment together
5. Medical assistance
