Visit Sin Ho Plateau

About Sin Ho Plateau

Sin Ho Plateau  is a highland district of Lai Chau, this place is considered as the second Sapa of the Northwest. Because the climate here is cool all year round, the average temperature fluctuates around 18 degrees Celsius. The plateau is located in a quite favorable position, located between the concave rocky mountains, surrounded by green primeval forests. , in harmony with the sea of ​​clouds floating, creating a scene like a fairyland. Visitors to Sin Ho not only have the opportunity to admire the sea of ​​clouds, explore the majestic mountains, or visit the unique terraced fields, but also learn about the customs and  culture . Let’s make Lai Chau  interesting again.

 

 

Time to visit Sin Ho Lai Chau

As a famous tourist destination, you can set foot here at any time. Because each time in  Sin Ho plateau  has its own unique beauty and experiences. If you want to discover the fresh natural beauty, with the forests of peach blossom, plum blossom, … in full bloom, you can visit in the spring. Summer is the ideal time to discover the beauty of the ripe rice season, the terraced fields are like wearing a beautiful yellow shirt. Or autumn is the time when the air is slightly cooler, which is the right time to go conquering the surrounding mountains. Winter is the time for you to have the opportunity to watch the snow fall on the plateau which is also very interesting.

 

 

Guide to Sin Ho Plateau

Where is Sin Ho Plateau located? It is known that this plateau is one of  the most famous tourist destinations in Lai Chau , located in Sin Ho district, about 60km from the city center and located at an altitude of about 1,500m. Therefore, the way to get here is not easy, especially for those who have not experienced forest and mountain tourism. 

 

 

So  how to go to Sin Ho plateau? If from Hanoi, first you need to move to Lai Chau by bus or motorbike (if you are a backpacker). By motorbike, you can follow the route:  Hanoi -> Lao Cai -> Sapa -> O Quy Ho pass -> Lai Chau.

Or you can also follow the route:  Hanoi -> Phu Tho -> Yen Bai -> Mu Cang Trai -> Lai Chau.  After reaching the center of Lai Chau city, you can rent a motorbike at hotels, homestays and conquer the plateau by yourself.

 

Discover the beauty of Sin Ho plateau

Not only known as an attractive natural tourist destination, but  Sin Ho  is also a land that preserves the values, culture and history of the Vietnamese people. When you arrive at the plateau, before your eyes will be majestic mountains, surrounded by a sea of ​​clouds, dense forests, and winding passes, all creating a unique beauty that is not found everywhere. .

 

 

The nature here, bearing the characteristics of primeval forests and mountains, creates a wild and magnificent beauty. On beautiful days, holidays or weekends, the number of visitors to hunt clouds is very large. A scene of clouds floating, stretching to infinity, in the distance are the rays of the sun shining, glimmering through the trees, making the clouds fade away. All of these images paint a very impressive and romantic picture of nature.

 

 

Discover the life of local people in Sin Ho Lai Chau

Maybe you don’t know? Sin Ho Plateau  is home to many ethnic minorities, typically: H’Mong, Thai, Dao… After discovering the beauty of the plateau Visitors can go to the villages to immerse themselves in the simple and rustic life here and learn about the unique cultural beauties and customs of the Sin Ho people. Along with that, you can also enjoy a lot of delicious dishes,  specialties of Lai Chau , as well as buy ideal souvenirs to give to friends and relatives.

 

 

Overnight camping in Sin Ho plateau

Perhaps this is the experience most visitors look forward to. There will be nothing more wonderful when you can just admire the scenery, enjoy the fresh and airy space, but also enjoy the quintessential taste of the cuisine here. However, to camp in this plateau, you need to determine that you will have to face cold weather of about 8-10 degrees Celsius and remember to prepare full camping equipment such as tents, firewood, food. , drinks…. Ending a night with an outdoor party, early the next morning when you wake up you will be watching the romantic sea of ​​clouds, along with the singing of birds, bringing an extremely comfortable feeling. .