Đồng Nai: Bright Pearl of Southeastern Vietnam

Đồng Nai (Dong Nai) is a rapidly developing province with a strong economy and a growing population. The province is home to a number of industrial parks, which attract foreign investment from all over the world. Dong Nai is also a popular tourist destination, known for its natural beauty, cultural heritage, and delicious food.

Location

Dong Nai is a province in the Southeast region of Vietnam, located east and northeast of Ho Chi Minh City. It is bordered by Lam Dong Province to the north, Binh Thuan Province to the east, Ba Ria – Vung Tau Province to the south, and Binh Duong and Binh Phuoc Provinces to the west.

Transportation

If tourists from the North and Central regions want to come here, you can get a flight to Tan Son Nhat International Airport. After that, you can catch a bus to visit Dong Nai province. 

In Dong Nai province, you can travel by motorbike or car to any place.

Weather

Dong Nai has a tropical climate with two distinct seasons: a rainy season from May to October and a dry season from November to April. The average temperature in Dong Nai ranges from 25 to 28 degrees Celsius.

The best time to visit Dong Nai is during the dry season, from November to April. During this time, the weather is generally sunny and warm, with little rainfall. However, Dong Nai is a beautiful province to visit any time of year, as it has something to offer visitors all year round.

Top destinations to explore

1. Nam Cat Tien National Park

Nam Cat Tien National Park (also known as Nam Cat Tien Tourist Area) is a green land with an extremely diverse flora and fauna system. This place is recognized by UNESCO as “World Biosphere Reserve” with hundreds of rare animal species listed in the Red Book of Vietnam. Nam Cat Tien is known as the “green lung” of the Southeast region and is the common home of hundreds of rare plant and animal species.

In addition, the vegetation here is also extremely diverse, with an ancient forest system consisting of pine trees, sycamore trees, cypress trees, and other tall, green trees full of life. However, Cat Tien National Park attracts visitors not only to its diverse biosphere system but also to its other beautiful experiences. There are also many interesting activities that tourists can do here, including trekking, cycling in the forest, rowing on the lake, etc.

2. Bo Cap Vang Tourist Area

This tourist area is a particularly ideal place for young people and companies to organize team building. With an area of ​​nearly 4 hectares and more than 200 tents, Scorpio Vang has a full range of camping, picnic, and weekend picnic services suitable for both young people and families.

In a rustic, fresh countryside setting, visitors will be able to relax and rest comfortably. Tourists who love exercise can also experience activities such as playing on canvas, slides, swimming, swinging ropes, and walking on water with a rustic Western feel.

3. Tri An Lake

This place is one of the signature destinations of Dong Nai Province. Tri An Lake still retains the wildness of a land outside the city with a large, extremely cool surrounding garden. But there is still enough bustle of a small town that you can find a few grocery stores, breakfast shops, etc. The space around the lake is also very spacious and airy, making it very suitable for playing and camping. 

There are many interesting activities that tourists can do here, including rowing, camping, watching sunrise and sunset, organizing BBQ, etc.

4. Da Han Waterfall

Coming to Da Han Waterfall, visitors will be immersed in a quiet, fresh space, with only the sound of birds singing and the pleasant sound of the waterfall. In this tourist area, there are also special activities such as fishing and mountain biking, with many memorable experiences.

Bathing in the waterfall is an indispensable activity when visiting Da Han waterfall. Visitors will be immersed in clear, cool water.

You can enjoy sitting and catching the stream of water pouring down from above as an extremely effective neck and shoulder massage therapy. Those who like to swim can dive into the clear lake – a rare experience when living in a crowded city.

Food

Vietnamese pomelo salad: This dish is in the top 100 specialty dishes of Vietnam because of the harmony and specialness in each flavor and color of the dish. Sweet and succulent grapefruit cloves combined with the sweetness of river shrimp, shredded meat, and a few peanuts and herbs add flavor to the salad plate.

Steamed Chicken with Tan Trieu Pomelo:  The dish is made with chicken that is steamed with pomelo, ginger, and garlic. The chicken is then served with a dipping sauce made from fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and chili peppers. It is a healthy dish, as it is low in calories and fat.

Forest Bitter Melon Leaves Hot Pot: Forest bitter melon has a very bitter taste but still has a sweet and rich aftertaste. And the people here have cleverly transformed that special flavor into wild bitter melon leaf hotpot. Hot pot broth made from fish and a few wild bitter melons is stuffed with meat in the middle.

Accommodation

Resorts

  • Orchard Home Resort Nam Cat Tien: This resort is located in Nam Cat Tien National Park, about 80 kilometers from Bien Hoa City. It features a variety of accommodation options, including bungalows, chalets, and tents. The price for a night’s stay starts at around $80.
  • Green Hope Lodge: This resort is located in Cat Tien National Park, about 100 kilometers from Bien Hoa City. It features a variety of accommodation options, including bungalows, cottages, and tents. The price for a night’s stay starts at around $70.

Hotels

  • Myle Resort: This hotel is located in Bien Hoa City. It features a variety of accommodation options, including standard rooms, deluxe rooms, and suites. The price for a night’s stay starts at around $50.
  • Huong Sen Hotel: This hotel is located in Bien Hoa City. It features a variety of accommodation options, including standard rooms, deluxe rooms, and family rooms. The price for a night’s stay starts at around $40.

Dong Nai is a beautiful province in the Southeast region of Vietnam, with a lot to offer visitors. It is known for its natural beauty, cultural heritage, and delicious food. Dong Nai is a great place to visit for travelers who are interested in nature, culture, and food. The province has something to offer everyone and is a great place to experience the best of Vietnam.

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