Bach Ma National Park covers an area of 22,031 ha. With steep mountains and dense forests this area is home to a wide variety of animals and plants. At the base of the mountains there is tropical monsoon forest, whilst above 900m the forest is sub-tropical. There are species from both the northern and southern areas of the country and Bach Ma is recognized as one of the bio-diversity centers of Indochina.

Day 1: Hue - Bac Ma National Park  (L,D)
Departing from Hue we drive 60kms to Bach Ma National Park. Bach Ma summit offers a range of unique trails for those interested in wildlife and history or who simply wish to enjoy the distinctive natural beauty of the park. Each trail can be walked in under a day and do not require any special hiking equipment. A five-hour trek this afternoon through sub-tropical forest will take us to the Ngu Ho and Do Quyen Waterfalls. The Ngu Ho or Five-lakes Cascade is a series of small waterfalls which crash down into pristine pools of clear water secluded under a canopy of foliage. Tonight we stay overnight in the park’s guesthouse.

Day 2: Bach Ma National Park - Hue (B,L)
Following breakfast we commence our trek to the summit. This is the most popular trail at Bach Ma. After one hour walking uphill we reach the peak, 1450m above the sea level. From here we can admire the spectacular views north to Hue and south to Lang Co beach and several lagoons. From the summit we make our way through sub-tropical evergreen forest. The trail, which passes the ruins of several French era villas, is renowned for observing birds. Our trek ends at the Orchid Collection House near the guesthouse. After lunch we return to Hue