Go Lao waterfall in Go Mu hamlet, Son Thuy commune, Mai Chau district is a hidden gem of the northern mountainous province of Hoa Binh.
Go Lao waterfall in Go Mu hamlet, Son Thuy commune, Mai Chau district.
Cascading down cliffs like a soft white ribbon, the waterfall
enchants visitors with its pristine beauty and refreshing atmosphere, offering
a break from urban life.
Accessible by a winding lakeside road or boat, the journey to
the waterfall provides stunning views of Hoa Binh lake. Upon arrival, visitors
can leave their vehicles in the village and hike a trail through lush forest to
the waterfall, where steep stone steps lead down to the base.
During the rainy season which lasts from May to September, the
30-meter-high waterfall splits into three smaller streams, creating a spectacular
misty scene.
The foot of the waterfall is surrounded by large boulders and
clear, cool waters, perfect for those seeking an adventure or a serene picnic.
Beyond local interest, the waterfall draws travelers from other
provinces and even abroad, adding allure to nearby resorts like Mai Chau
hideaway and Ba Khan village, which offer hiking and cycling tours to the
waterfall.
Go Lao waterfall, with its breathtaking scenery, along with the
rich cultural traditions in the locality help enhance the appeal of Mai Chau,
which has been designated as a national tourist site.
The 2024 Tour Guide Competition was held in the framework of the Hoa Binh Provincial Culture and Tourism Week, bringing together 13 contestants from seven districts and cities to celebrate the vital role of tour guides as cultural ambassadors.
The organising committee of the 2024 Hoa Binh Culture and Tourism Week on November 17 took a group of guests from various provinces and cities on a tour to survey several attractions within the Hoa Binh Lake Tourism Area.
Thanks to the development of social networks, Thung waterfall is gradually becoming known as a new destination, attracting tourists from inside and outside the province thanks to its wild beauty. This is a positive sign opening up opportunities for tourism development in the mountainous commune of Quyet Chien, Tan Lac district.
Da Bac district has pinpointed culture as a key driver of tourism development, a direction clearly outlined in the Resolution of the 25th district Party Congress for the 2020-2025 tenure.
In the first 9 months of 2024, Hoa Binh province continues to implement the expanded tourism development cooperation program plan of 8 Northwest provinces with Ho Chi Minh City; deploying digital transformation content in tourism and developing a smart tourism province. Hoa Binh province received about 3.6 million views, an increase of 7.9% over the same period. In which, international visitors are about 380 visitors, domestic visitors are estimated at 3 million 220 visitors.