5 green lakes in the Central Highlands for hot summer vacation

Lam Hải |

With a cool climate and pristine nature, famous lakes in the Central Highlands are ideal places for visitors this summer.

Hoan Kiem Sea

Located about 7km from the center of Pleiku city, Gia Lai province, T'Nung lake or Hoan Kiem sea is one of the outstanding destinations of the Central Highlands. This is a natural lake formed from a cape that stopped operating millions of years ago. The name T'Nung in Ba Na also means sea on mountain, reflecting the terrain of the lake.

T'Nung Lake has a clear blue water surface all year round, surrounded by pine forests and rolling hills. Visitors coming here not only enjoy the wild natural beauty but also have the opportunity to explore indigenous culture.

The Sea of Lake is likened to a pearl on the red land of the Central Highlands. Photo: Huynh Van Truyen

Ea Kao Lake

Of nearly 289 hectares, Ea Kao is an artificial freshwater lake located in Ea Kao commune, Buon Ma Thuot city, Dak Lak province. The lake stands out with its wild natural landscape, clear blue water surface, calm like a mirror and especially never dry.

At Ea Kao Lake Tourist Area, visitors can experience activities such as rowing a boat or kayaking, fishing, picking fruit in the garden, camping... In addition, there is also a restaurant serving Central Highlands specialties that are very suitable for families and friends to enjoy.

In addition to entertainment activities, many tours combined with Buon Ma Thuot often integrate Ea Kao lake and E De ethnic village for tourists to participate in cultural exchanges, enjoy celery, listen to gongs, and learn about local legends.

Ea Kao Lake is known as a lake that never stops. Photo: Khuong Quynh

Lak Lake

Lak Lake is one of the largest natural freshwater lakes in the Central Highlands region, located in Lien Son town, Lak district, Dak Lak province. With a water surface area of more than 500 hectares, Lak Lake is surrounded by lush green mountains and primeval forests, creating a charming and aquatic paint scene.

This is a long-standing place of residence of the M' Nong people, an ethnic minority rich in tradition with many unique rituals, musical instruments and gong dance. Here, visitors can experience unique boat rowing, visit traditional villages such as Jun village, M'Lieng village and explore the unique life of the people here.

Another reason why Lak Lake attracts tourists is its pleasant climate all year round and pristine space, ideal for those who want to temporarily leave the bustling city to return to nature.

Tam voi mua nuoc len o ho Lak. Anh: Viet Van
Washing elephants during the flood season in Lak Lake. Photo: Viet Van

Ta Dung Lake

Ta Dung Lake is known as "Ha Long Bay on the plateau", located in Ta Dung Nature Reserve, in Dak Som commune, Dak Glong district, Dak Nong province. With an altitude of nearly 1,000m above sea level, the lake has a cool climate all year round and a pristine, peaceful scene.

A system of more than 40 large and small islands emerging in the middle of the blue lake, forming a rare natural island complex. The lake was formed after blocking the Dong Nai River to build the Dong Nai 3 hydropower plant, thanks to which the lake water is always full all year round, creating conditions for ecotourism and resorts development.

Tourists coming to Ta Dung not only have the opportunity to admire the majestic natural scenery but also have the opportunity to experience rowing a boat to explore the islands, camping along the lake, or enjoy mountain specialties prepared by local people.

The area around the lake also has many homestays in harmony with nature, ideal for those who want to escape the city to the great city to find a moment of peace.

Ta Dung Lake is considered "Ha Long Bay on the plateau". Photo: Phan Tuan

Xuan Huong Lake

Xuan Huong Lake is located right in the center of Da Lat city, Lam Dong province. Around the pine forest-filled lake, green grass and flower gardens create a gentle, romantic scene.

Here, visitors can cycle ducks, cycle bicycles, stroll, take photos around the lake in the morning or sunset. In the evening, there are cafes, snacks and street tours around the lake, bringing a joyful and bustling space.

Many tours in Da Lat organized combined with exploring lakes and neighboring highlights such as Lam Vien Square, Cu Hill, Da Lat Market... are very suitable for a day in the city. Many one-day or half-day tour packages also combine an overnight sightseeing experience, suitable for tourists who want to explore Xuan Huong Lake both in the morning and evening.

Du khong con dich vu di xe ngua, du khach van co the
Although there is no longer a horse-drawn carriage service, tourists still have many activities around Xuan Huong Lake such as double cycling, walking, taking photos... Photo: Lam Hong
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