VIETNAM
Karsts. Coastlines.
Go further.
From northern mountain trails to limestone bays and a long tropical coastline, Vietnam rewards travellers who keep moving.
Explore Vietnam ↓WHY VIETNAM?
One long country.
Countless ways out.
Mountains, caves, rivers and coastline stretch from the Chinese border to the Mekong Delta.
EWA looks beyond the obvious stops to the landscapes, coastlines and local experiences that make Vietnam worth getting outside for.
FIND YOUR ELEMENT
Discover Vietnam
through Adventure.
Start with what you want to do. We'll show you where it can take you.
EXPLORE MORE OF VIETNAM
Outdoor adventures in Vietnam
From the limestone landscapes of Ha Long Bay to northern mountain trails and long stretches of coastline, Vietnam offers plenty of ways to explore outdoors. Discover hiking, kayaking, paddling and coastal adventure inspiration, and browse EWA's hiking and paddling pages as you plan your next trip.
WHERE TO GO
Choose your
direction.
Different parts of Vietnam offer completely different adventures. These are some of the places we'll be building EWA experiences around.
Northern Highlands
Terraced valleys, mountain passes and some of Vietnam's most dramatic trekking country.
Ha Long & Lan Ha
Limestone karsts, emerald water and a landscape made for paddling.
Central Vietnam
Caves, coast, highlands and outdoor bases from Phong Nha to Da Nang.
Southern Coast
Warm seas, islands and watersports stretching towards the Mekong.
PLAN YOUR ADVENTURE
Adventure travel
in Vietnam.
Choose an activity and use it as a different way into the landscapes, coastlines and wild places that define Vietnam.
Hiking & trekking
Vietnam's northern highlands offer terraced valleys, mountain ridges and routes through rural landscapes. Hiking is one of the best ways to experience the country's dramatic interior beyond its major cities.
Explore hiking adventures →Surfing
Vietnam's long coastline has warm water and a growing surf scene, particularly along the central coast. It offers a different way to build the coast into an active trip.
Explore surf adventures →Kayaking & paddling
Limestone bays, rivers and sheltered coves make Vietnam especially rewarding from the water. Ha Long and Lan Ha are natural starting points for paddling adventures.
Explore paddle adventures →Cycling & riding
Mountain roads, rural backroads and long-distance routes open up another side of Vietnam, from northern passes to quieter countryside.
Explore riding adventures →WHEN TO GO
Pick your
season.
Cooler, drier conditions across much of the north.
Hot weather and strong outdoor options, with regional rain patterns.
Changing conditions, quieter trails and lush landscapes.
Prime trekking weather in many northern areas and warm escapes farther south.
GO SEE FOR YOURSELF
Ready for
Vietnam?
Start with an adventure and discover another side of the country.