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The Ha Giang Experience for you
Because we want you to have the getaway you deserve, here are our Ha Giang travel tips for you! In our tips, you’ll find out what to wear and pack, how to stay in budget and stay connected, and who to call when you need language help!
[rb_text_blocks posts=”[{"title":"Recommendations for our guests ","photo":{"attachment_id":"3731","url":"\/\/discoverhagiang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Travel-tips-013_recommendations_320x200.jpg"},"video":"","content":"<p>We hope you enjoy your trip to Ha Giang and travel responsibly at the same time. Please note a few tips here in order protect community interests and preserve the environment.<\/p>","type":"post","button_link":"","target":"_self","button_text":"Read more","more":""},{"title":"Climate","photo":{"attachment_id":"2321","url":"\/\/discoverhagiang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Travel-tips-006-Climate_320x200.jpg"},"video":"","content":"<p>You can travel to Ha Giang during all seasons, but among the best times to come is during the dry season from October to March, when the buckwheat, cherry blossom, and rapeseed flowers bloom.<\/p><p>April to September is the rainy season, but it is also the season that allows you to experience the breathtaking terraced fields.<br \/>From October to March, average temperature in Ha Giang is about 15-20 degree Celcius (59-68 degree Fahrenheit). From April to September, the temperature rises to between 25 and 35 degree Celcius (between 77 and 95 degree Fahrenheit).<\/p>","type":"post","button_link":"","target":"_self","button_text":"Read more","more":""},{"title":"What to wear","photo":{"attachment_id":"2318","url":"\/\/discoverhagiang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Travel-tips-002-Wear-320×200.jpg"},"video":"","content":"<p>No matter when you go to Ha Giang, be prepared for the rain: bring thick 2-layered water-proof pants. Bikers should have their windshield jackets and helmets ready! The wind in the mountain passes can be really chilly sometimes.<\/p><p>During winter, Ha Giang can get quite cold, so it is best to carry a woolen hat, scarf, with mittens\/socks and dress in layers.<\/p><p>Summer in Ha Giang is not cold at all, but it is even more important to prepare for the rain! Rainboots, ponchos, and waterproof-pants should be packed.<\/p>","type":"post","button_link":"","target":"_self","button_text":"Read more","more":""},{"title":"Park permit for non-Vietnamese","photo":{"attachment_id":"2320","url":"\/\/discoverhagiang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Travel-tips-004-Permit_320x200.jpg"},"video":"","content":"<p>For non-Vietnamese, a fee of VND 220,000 per trip is required to obtain a permit to enter the border districts of Ha Giang. You can obtain the permit from where you stay (ask your hotel for help) or ask for a permit at the police station in one of the districts or at Ha Giang City.<\/p><p>Ha Giang City police station: Opposite C10 stadium, Tran Phu road, Ha Giang City<\/p><p><a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2mnQriD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Find permit station><\/a><\/p>","type":"post","button_link":"","target":"_self","button_text":"Read more","more":""},{"title":"What to bring","photo":{"attachment_id":"2319","url":"\/\/discoverhagiang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Travel-tips-003-Bring-320×200.jpg"},"video":"","content":"<p>Bring cash since ATMs are only available at the district centers. Except for selected hotels, almost all locations in a Giang are cash-only!<\/p><p>Also bring first-aid medicines, snacks, coffee, and a sleeping bag. During summer, you want to bring sunscreen too!<\/p>","type":"post","button_link":"","target":"_self","button_text":"Read more","more":""},{"title":"Key phone numbers","photo":{"attachment_id":"2832","url":"\/\/discoverhagiang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/TT_014_KeyNumbers_320x200.jpg"},"video":"","content":"<p>Travel Tips Key Phone Numbers:<\/p><p>Police: 02193 886 492<\/p><p>Traffic Police: 02193 886 492<\/p><p>Medical Aid: 02193 886 441<\/p><p>Supporting lines for non-Vietnamese speakers: 02193 866 533 \/ 02193 866 942<\/p><p>Language: 02193 866 533 \/ 02193 866 942<\/p>","type":"post","button_link":"","target":"_self","button_text":"Read more","more":""},{"title":"Connection\/internet","photo":{"attachment_id":"2322","url":"\/\/discoverhagiang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Travel-tips-007-Connection_320x200.jpg"},"video":"","content":"<p>Buy an Internet card at telecommunication shops in district centers. Viettel has the most reliable cellphone and 3G signal in Ha Giang. Mobile data is available in all towns and many other locations across Ha Giang.<\/p><p>Internet is available in hotels and some homestays.<\/p>","type":"post","button_link":"","target":"_self","button_text":"Read more","more":""},{"title":"Safety considerations","photo":{"attachment_id":"2323","url":"\/\/discoverhagiang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Travel-tips-008-Safety-320×200.jpg"},"video":"","content":"<p>It is not recommended for beginner bikers to drive on Ha Giang\u2019s tortuous mountain roads. If you are keen to experience a motorbike ride, please hire locals\/ professional bikers.<\/p><p>Ha Giang is generally very safe. However, please take due caution just as you do when traveling to any other places!<\/p>","type":"post","button_link":"","target":"_self","button_text":"Read more","more":""},{"title":"Indicative prices","photo":{"attachment_id":"2324","url":"\/\/discoverhagiang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Travel-tips-009-Budget-320×200.jpg"},"video":"","content":"<p>Key prices to keep in mind to stay in budget:<\/p><p><strong>Hotel<\/strong> VND 200,000 \u2013 300,000 \u2013 350,000 \u2013 400,000 \u2013 600,000 per night depending on room type<br \/><strong>Homestay<\/strong> VND 100,000<br \/><strong>Eating out<\/strong> VND 50,000 \u2013 80,000 \u2013 100,000 \u2013 150,000 \u2013 200,000\/ meal<br \/><strong>Taxi<\/strong> VND 8,000\/km<br \/><strong>Coach with beds Hanoi \u2013 Ha Giang:<\/strong> VND 200,000 per person<br \/><strong>Hanoi \u2013 Ha Giang bus:<\/strong> VND 180,000 per person<br \/><strong>Taxi for Hanoi \u2013 Ha Giang<\/strong>: VND 3 million<\/p>","type":"post","button_link":"","target":"_self","button_text":"Read more","more":""},{"title":"Language","photo":{"attachment_id":"2327","url":"\/\/discoverhagiang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Travel-tips-012-GuideBooks-option2-320×200.jpg"},"video":"","content":"<p>Most people only speak Vietnamese or other ethnic minorities\u2019 languages.<\/p><p>Guides at tourist attractions can speak English but only at a very basic level. If you run into language and communications problems, call for help: 02193 866 533 \/ 02193 866 942<\/p>","type":"post","button_link":"","target":"_self","button_text":"Read more","more":""},{"title":"Power plug","photo":{"attachment_id":"2325","url":"\/\/discoverhagiang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Travel-tips-011-Powerplug-320×200.jpg"},"video":"","content":"<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">The standard electrical current used in Vietnam is 220-240 volts AC (50 cycles), and you can use power plugs that have two pins. If your plugs don\u2019t have two pins, please bring a converter!<\/span><\/p>","type":"post","button_link":"","target":"_self","button_text":"Read more","more":""},{"title":"Ha Giang Travel guides","photo":{"attachment_id":"2326","url":"\/\/discoverhagiang.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/Travel-tips-012-GuideBooks-option1-320×200.jpg"},"video":"","content":"<p>For a practical, detailed, and beautifully illustrated Ha Giang guide book (in Vietnamese), please find \u201c<a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2n4L8Uu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hanh Trinh Cao Nguyen Da<\/a>\u201d by Hachi8 and Hanh My.<\/p><p><a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2n8xi2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lonely Planet<\/a> Vietnam offers a short but practical Ha Giang guide too!<\/p><p>A few top online guides to Ha Giang<br \/><a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2mIcezP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fiona Travels from Asia<\/a>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2mIcezP)\"><br \/><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2mnigTe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bong Hostel FAQ<\/a>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2mnigTe)\"><br \/><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/2mFh0N4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Phuot together\u00a0<\/a><\/p>","type":"post","button_link":"","target":"_self","button_text":"Read more","more":""}]” columns=”3″ big_first=”” 2_cols_item=”” title_over_image=”1″ title_link=”” hide_readmore=”1″ is_nopadding=”” _array_keys=”{"posts":"posts"}” _made_with_builder=”true”][/rb_text_blocks]