Hiking Lủng Páng Waterfall And The Ancient Shan Tuyết Tea Trees In The Vast Phong Quang Wilderness.

There are places that are not too famous, do not have too many services or grand structures, but make people want to return just for the peaceful feeling that they bring. For me, Lủng Páng waterfall and the ancient Shan Tuyết tea area in Phong Quang is one such place.

Winding through the bamboo forest to the sound of the stream in the vast wilderness

From the center of Bắc Kạn ward, we travel about 20 km along the Bắc Kạn – Ba Bể route to reach the bus stop. From here, the real journey begins with a hiking trail through the bamboo forest, the Shan Tuyết tea fields, and lush native vegetation.

The trail has been improved and reinforced in some difficult areas with bamboo bridges and temporary paths. Thanks to this, moving is much more convenient but still retains the feeling of exploration amidst the pristine nature.

The deeper we go into the forest, the clearer the sound of the stream becomes. The sections of the path under the cool bamboo canopy make the journey much more pleasant. The terrain is not too difficult, with a moderate slope, making it suitable for those who love outdoor activities but do not have much trekking or hiking experience.

Lủng Páng waterfall – a green gem amidst the mountains and forests

From the resting point, it takes only about 1 km of walking to reach the waterfall.

Amidst the green of the mountains and forests, the water flows down from above, creating a stunning scene with white foam. According to actual observations, the waterfall is over 15 meters high and more than 10 meters wide. Standing at the foot of the waterfall, the cool mist spreads throughout the space like a thin natural fog.

The water here is clear and cool all year round. Just sitting by the stream, listening to the sound of the flowing water or dipping your feet in the stream is enough to feel the relaxation that nature brings.

The area around the waterfall now has several facilities for tourists such as a natural bathing area, resting huts, and spacious grounds suitable for picnics or small-scale camping.

What I like most about Lủng Páng is not the scale of the waterfall, but the feeling of balance between tourism development and nature preservation. The paths are made just enough to make it more convenient for tourists, but the surrounding scenery remains forests, rocks, and streams. There are not too many traces of urbanization or artificial structures that detract from the original beauty.

Crossing the "green meadow" at the upstream

After resting at the foot of the waterfall, we continue to follow the trail to the upstream area.

The further we go, the more the space in front of us expands. In the midst of the mountains and forests, a wide area covered with green grass appears, creating the feeling of a small meadow in the vast wilderness.

Traces of old terraced fields are still visible on the mountainside. Among the lush green grass are large and small rocks scattered around, creating a very beautiful and somewhat cinematic scene.

Especially, along the route, there are many large cliffs with naturally flat surfaces. Just adding a few suitable landscape highlights could make this place an attractive check-in spot for young tourists in the future.

Touching the ancient Shan Tuyết tea trees

The final destination of the journey is the area of ancient Shan Tuyết tea trees that the locals often mention.

From the asphalt road to this area is about 5 km, mainly along paths with moderate slopes. The deeper we go, the more special the scenery becomes.

The dense bamboo forests, with straight trunks reaching high, create a gigantic green canopy. Sunlight only filters down to the ground through small openings. Interspersed are natural rocks scattered around, giving the path a strong sense of exploration.

When seeing the ancient tea trees with my own eyes, everyone in the group was truly surprised. Some tea trunks are so large that one person cannot hug them. The layer of moss covering the trunks is a testament to their existence for decades, even hundreds of years in the mountains and forests.

Standing under the ancient tea canopies, I understand why this place is considered a valuable ecological and cultural resource. The tea trees not only hold economic value but also bear witness to the long history of cultivation by the local highland people.

A destination for nature lovers

Through actual surveys, the area of the stream, Lủng Páng waterfall, and Shan Tuyết tea forest possesses a lot of potential to develop eco-tourism products such as hiking, forest exploration, camping, experiencing local culture, or environmental education.

The most valuable thing is that the landscape here still retains its rare pristine quality. The open space, diverse ecosystems, and local values are still quite clearly present.

However, this is not a destination for those seeking crowded entertainment activities or mass tourism. Lủng Páng is more suitable for those who want to slow down, immerse themselves in nature, and enjoy the tranquility of the mountains and forests.

After many hours crossing the bamboo forest, following the streams, and touching the ancient tea trunks, what remains with me is not only the beauty of the landscape but also a sense of relaxation that is hard to put into words.