Trail Bus – Hiking 8 Nàng Tiên
6km / day
Elevation gain
221m
Distance
~6km
Peak elevation
No
Difficulty
Ninh Thuận’s coastal route crosses a rugged landscape of windswept dunes and sunlit slopes. It leads to Mũi Đá Vách, where sheer cliffs rise dramatically above the blue sea.
Choose the option that suits you
EXPLORE” TICKET
For beginners or anyone who prefers hiking with a group and a trail guide.
Return transport
GPX track
Certificate
Trail guide
JOIN THE CREW” TICKET
For travellers who prefer to arrange their own transport, meet the group at the trailhead and begin the journey with their fellow hikers.
Hiking- GPX track
- Certificate
- Trail guide
What you will experience
TRAIL GUIDE
Your guide stays with the group throughout the trip, helping you discover the trail’s best viewpoints while keeping the experience safe and well organised.
CHECK IN AT MŨI ĐÁ VÁCH — “VIETNAM’S BALI”
Mũi Đá Vách is a dramatic coastal formation in Ninh Thuận, where sheer cliffs rise above waves breaking day and night.
CHECK IN AT HỒ CÔ ĐƠN — A GREEN OASIS
Rocky outcrops surround the clear blue lake, while the roots of old trees wrap around the stones in a rugged natural landscape.
BÃI THÙNG — WHERE MOUNTAINS MEET THE SEA
Hidden beyond a rocky mountainside, Bãi Thùng is a welcome stop on Ninh Thuận’s coastal route. The path down crosses mixed terrain, from rough rock to soft sand.
Cost breakdown
Included:
- Round-trip bus transfer
- Bottled water on the bus
- Day-use rest facilities
- National park admission
- Shower and clean-up service
- Meals during the trip (3 meals)
- Trail guide
Not included:
- Personal expenses outside the itinerary
- Personal meals and drinks
Included:
- Bottled water on the bus
- Day-use rest facilities
- National park admission
- Shower and clean-up service
- Meals during the trip (3 meals)
- Trail guide
Not included:
- Round-trip bus transfer
- Personal expenses outside the itinerary
- Personal meals and drinks
Detailed itinerary
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Overnight stay: Yes
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Trail distance: 6km, approximately 5 hours of activity
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Meals: 3
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Highlights: Walk through the low scrubland of Núi Chúa National Park to Hồ Cô Đơn, Mũi Đá Vách and Bãi Thùng, with views over Bình Hưng Island from above.
- 19h30: The bus departs on time from 177 Phan Chu Trinh, Bình Lợi Trung Ward[Map]. Parking is available at 327 Nơ Trang Long Car Park, Bình Lợi Trung Ward (between Hei Garden and Gold Palace)[Map].
- 19h50: Pick-up at 74 Nguyễn Cơ Thạch, An Lợi Đông, Thủ Đức, Ho Chi Minh City — Pasteur Street Craft Beer — Sala Taproom & Restaurant [Location]
- 00h45: Arrive at Núi Chúa National Park, settle into the overnight accommodation and rest before the next day’s activities.
- 06h30 - 07h00: Have breakfast at Núi Chúa National Park. Early risers can wake a little sooner to watch the sunrise at Hang Rái.
- 07h15: Transfer to the forest edge, then begin walking through the low scrubland characteristic of Núi Chúa National Park.
- 7h15 - 11h00: Hồ Cô Đơn: A peaceful natural lake hidden among the mountains and forest.
- 11h00 - 12h00: Mũi Đá Vách: A striking natural formation of sheer cliffs rising between the blue sea and sky.
- 12h30: Stop for lunch beneath the forest canopy and enjoy a refreshing glass of grape nectar.
- 14h00 - 15h00: Bãi Thùng: Relax and take in panoramic views of Bình Hưng Island from above.
- 15h30: After leaving the forest, take the bus back to Thái An village. Enjoy time for a swim and a shower after the hike.
- 18h00: Enjoy a dinner of local dishes before the bus departs for Phan Rang.
- 19h30 - 20h30: Arrive in Phan Rang, with free time to visit the market, shop for local products or explore the city at night.
- 23h30: Arrive back in Ho Chi Minh City, concluding the two-day, one-night journey at 8 Nàng Tiên.
What to pack
+ Hiking shoes or trail-running shoes
+ Sunscreen and insect repellent
+ Stretchy, long-sleeved sportswear
+ At least 1.5 litres of drinking water
+ A change of clothes after showering
+ Personal snacks such as energy bars, nuts or dried fruit
+ Trekking poles for beginners
+ A hydration vest or lightweight backpack
+ Emergency cash
Important notes:
+ Each guest receives one Conqueror Card after completing the trail. Guests who register after Wednesday for that week’s departure will not receive a Conqueror Card.
+ The bus departs on time; please arrive 10–15 minutes early.
+ Late arrival is treated as a cancellation and is non-refundable.
+ Please make sure you board the correct bus, as several tour groups may share the same meeting point.
+ Prepare physically by walking for 30 minutes a day during the two weeks before the hike.