Going during late May and early June to enjoy the lush green of young rice, to feel a peace in mind and soul. Even in a hot summer, Pu Luong is favoured by the comfortable temperature thanks to its location on a low limestone mountain area, with many tropical rainforests and a sparse population. September and October are the harvest time, all the terraces on the uphill mountains will turn a glorious yellow and make the place an opulent and dreamy area. Or, you can visit Pu Luong at any time of the year to relax and be embraced by nature.

There are some beautiful country roads that you can climb to the hilltops in Pu Luong. On the way, you can visit small villages and walk through villagers’ plantation areas. The views of mountains and the valleys are breathtaking. Early birds will be the ones who catch up with the sunrise on the hilltops. Seeing a thick mist around the mountains being chased off by the sunlight is what will make the hike worth it. Unlike the bustling streets in the city centre, visitors will occasionally see a local on a motorbike in Pu Luong. The main means offered here is bicycles. Riding a bicycle around the pretty decent road around Pu Luong, get in fresh air and the tranquillity. There are certain mountain roads that may challenge cyclists to conquer. Homestays in Pu Luong often offer bicycles free of charge.

Pu Luong Nature Reserve, one of the country’s lesser-known ecotourism and trekking spots. Pu Luong Nature Reserve was established in 1999 to protect the area’s biodiversity. With a total area of more than 17,600 ha and a diverse flora and fauna system, you will find not only a mix of pristine forest and cultivated rice terraces, but also cute little villages of ethnic people. This destination is the residence of the Thai and Muong people. On your visit, you can admire their built-on-stilt houses, observe them harvesting crops, working on the terraced rice fields and enjoy ethnic typical cuisine. Pu Luong peak, Don Village, Son, Ba, and Muoi Village are some featured spots to explore in Pu Luong Nature Reserve.