Ba Be National Park
Northeast Vietnam Region
Ba Be National Park, located in Bắc Kạn Province of Northeast Vietnam, protects Ba Be Lake-Vietnam's largest natural freshwater lake-and the surrounding limestone and evergreen forests. The lake, stretching about 8 kilometers north to south, is unique for never drying up despite seasonal fluctuations in surface area and depth. It lies 150 meters above sea level, making it the highest lake in Vietnam. The park's diverse flora includes limestone forest species like Burretiodendron hsienmu and Streblus tonkinensis, along with endemic climbing bamboo near the lake shore. Fauna is abundant, with 65 recorded mammal species including the Chinese pangolin, slow loris, François' langur, and Asian black bear. Birdlife is also rich, with 233 species documented, alongside reptiles, amphibians such as the Vietnamese salamander, and a remarkable diversity of butterflies. Notable geological features include Puong Cave through which the Nang River flows, the Dau Dang Waterfall formed by river rapids, and Widow Island, a small islet with a local legend. The park offers ecological research facilities and visitor accommodations, making it a significant natural and cultural attraction in Vietnam.
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Astuce: The best time to visit Ba Be National Park is during the dry season when lake levels are stable and hiking conditions are favorable. Visitors are advised to book accommodations and guided tours in advance, especially during peak travel periods. The park offers discounts for students and groups, so inquire locally. Bring suitable gear for trekking and boat trips on Ba Be Lake to fully experience the scenic beauty and biodiversity.
Faits intéressants
- •Ba Be Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake in Vietnam and never dries up, even in the dry season.
- •The park is home to over 65 mammal species, including rare animals like the Chinese pangolin and François' langur.
- •Puong Cave houses a large bat population of 5,000 to 10,000 bats from 18 species.
- •Widow Island, a small cone-shaped islet on Ba Be Lake, is linked to a local legend about a widow saved from a flood by divine intervention.
- •Ba Be Lake acts as a natural flood buffer by reversing its outflow during the wet season to absorb floodwaters from the Nang River.
Histoire
Ba Be National Park was officially established in 1992 to protect Ba Be Lake and its surrounding ecosystems.
Over the years, it has developed infrastructure including an information center, guest houses, and an ecological research station opened in 2004.
The park's protection efforts focus on preserving its unique karst landscapes, diverse flora and fauna, and cultural heritage linked to local ethnic communities.
Its role as a natural flood regulator through the lake's connection to the Nang River has long been recognized.
Guide du lieu
Ba Be Lake
The centerpiece of the park, Ba Be Lake is a vast freshwater lake divided into three connected parts-Pe Leng, Pe Lu, and Pe Lam-offering boating and scenic views.
Puong Cave
A large limestone cave through which the Nang River flows, notable for its height of up to 50 meters and length of about 300 meters, hosting thousands of bats.
Dau Dang Waterfall
A scenic waterfall formed by the Nang River, consisting of a sequence of rapids stretching nearly one kilometer, ideal for nature lovers and photographers.
Widow Island
A small cone-shaped islet near the southern center of Ba Be Lake, famous for its local legend about a widow saved from flooding.
Contact
Téléphone: 0965 125 189