Hoang Lien National Park

Welcome to the Hwahng Lee-en National Park, a crown jewel of Southeast Asian biodiversity and the guardian of Indochina’s highest summits. We are currently situated within a sprawling sanctuary that encompasses nearly 30,000…

One of the most visually arresting features of the park’s lower elevations is the Su-oy Vang, or the Golden Stream. As you look down at the water, you will notice a distinct amber or golden hue reflecting from the riverbed. …

Hwahng Lee-en National Park is internationally recognized as the 'Kingdom of Azaleas.' There are over forty different species of rhododendrons and azaleas found within the park, many of which are endemic to this specific mountain…

As we move through the shaded understory of the national park, you may notice a pungent, aromatic scent lingering in the air. This is the fragrance of cardamom, a spice that plays a vital role in both the ecology and the economy…

We have reached the Thak Ting Yee-oo, or the Love Waterfall, one of the most iconic natural wonders in northern Vietnam. Cascading from a height of over one hundred meters, the water falls like a shimmering silk ribbon against…

While the dense vegetation of Hwahng Lee-en National Park makes spotting large wild animals difficult, the park is teeming with life if you know where to look and listen. The most omnipresent sound in the forest, particularly…

As we reach the higher reaches of our trek, we are standing on the threshold of the ascent to Fan-see-pan, the 'Rooftop of Indochina.' At 3,143 meters, this peak is a formidable challenge for even the most experienced hikers. The…

As we conclude our exploration of the Hwahng Lee-en National Park, I hope you carry with you a deeper appreciation for the complex beauty of this mountain sanctuary. We have traced the mineral-rich waters of the Golden Stream,…