Motorbike rides in Ha Giang are getting more and more popular. This type of traveling has been a favorite activity of both domestic and foreign visitors when coming to Ha Giang, Vietnam. If you are also planning on a motorbike tour in Ha Giang for yourself, here are the things you should know before beginning the journey.
Basic information of Ha Giang province, Vietnam
Ha Giang is located in the Northern Vietnam, where there are many majestic mountains, with Tay Con Linh peak (has a height of 2419 meters) and Kieu Lieu Ti peak (has a height of 2402 meters) which are the two highest mountains. Ha Giang has many famous landscapes such as Dong Van rock plateau, Lung Cu flagpole, Meo Vac, Quan Ba double mountains,... as well as unique festivals in certain time. Those are what attract thousands of visitors to Ha Giang every year.
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The stunning Tay Con Linh peak in Ha Giang
Traveling Ha Giang on a motorbike is the best way for you to get rid of the outer “cover” of yourself, and completely free in every moment. You can freely go anytime, set foot wherever you want, eat whatever you like. You will enjoy the feeling of absolute freedom without being disturbed by anyone. More than that, you can decide everything you want, change your last-minute options arbitrarily without having to consult or explain to anyone else.
Ha Giang tourism is suitable for those who like beautiful routes, discovering the culture, history, highland cuisine. In Ha Giang, there are passes, high mountains, deep pools, vast and majestic spaces.
The local market of Ha Giang people
Ha Giang is the common home of 17 ethnic minorities, of which the Mong, the Tay, the Dao Cham, the Lo Lo and the La Chi are ethnic groups that are easy to come across in your travel route. With the special features coming from customs, construction architecture, the cuisine will bring you unforgettable experiences.
Ha Giang is a tourist destination that cannot be missed in the ripe rice season in September and the triangular circuit flowers season in October. If you are well prepared, it is completely possible to travel to Ha Giang by motorbike.
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The triangular circuit flower season in Ha Giang
What to prepare when traveling by motorbike in Ha Giang?
Traveling in Ha Giang by motorbike requires you to have a strong steering wheel and the ability to handle situations well. In addition, you also need to prepare all the necessary items for your trip.
First off, remember to prepare enough clothes to go on the road trip and to stay in Ha Giang at night, because the night air in Ha Giang is quite cold. Do bring warm coats, long pants, shoes and socks to keep warm.
Prepare suitable clothes to keep warm
Aside from that, you also need to prepare full protective gear such as gloves, helmets, armors, shoes, rain gear, identification for example like ID card, driver’s license, vehicle registration... just in case anything bad happens. Plus, you also need to prepare all the necessary medicine such as abdominal pain medicine, flu medicine and other items to bandage the injury.
And don’t forget to bring your phone, camera, battery charger, power bank to save the beautiful moments when traveling to Ha Giang. The astonishing landscapes here will absolutely stun you.
Bring a camera to capture breathtaking moments in Ha Giang
Should you make your own plan or join a Ha Giang motorbike tour?
Many people usually wonder should they make their own vacation and go on a journey in Ha Giang themselves, or simply book a motorbike tour for convenience.
If you are not confident in your driving ability (because Ha Giang is filled with steep passes), or you do not have much time to prepare for the trip, if you are not healthy enough, or not familiar with the place... a motorbike tour sounds like a better option.
You should join a Ha Giang tour if you are not confident in yourself
If you still want to travel to Ha Giang by yourself, you shall have free time, can do whatever you want and can save a little money as well. But when traveling alone, you will have to drive by yourself. Remember that many roads in Ha Giang are difficult to ride, and you also have to research all the necessary information, schedule and many more, which can be disturbing sometimes.
On the contrary, the motorbike tours in Ha Giang have many advantages. Joining a tour can save you some time to prepare and plan for the trip. These tours are very suitable for young people who are not confident in their driving ability, and especially help you learn so much more about Ha Giang historical and cultural. And the motorbike tours still go through all the most beautiful and prominent places in Ha Giang as well.
Joining a tour in Ha Giang can be very exciting
If you are still wondering about joining a Ha Giang motorbike tour, don’t be hesitate to check out the 3 days amazing tour of Frontier Travel Vietnam. The high-quality tour shall bring you the most 3 memorable days in Ha Giang.
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Remember these before riding a motorbike in Ha Giang
If traveling to Ha Giang by motorbike from Hanoi, you should only stop in Ha Giang province to ensure safety. When you reach Ha Giang at around 04 – 05:00 PM, if you move on to Quan Ba, it is likely that you will see foggy weather. You also should wear a tight helmet instead of cheap and low-quality helmets, to ensure your own safety.
Only self-drive around in Ha Giang if you can ride a motorbike quite well, it is best to have experience riding a mountain bike because in Ha Giang there are many bends on the sleeves, very dangerous when downhill.
There are certain things you need to know when riding a motorbike in Ha Giang
If renting a motorbike in Ha Giang, always remember to check your bike before you ride it. The vehicle must have at least one left mirror (two mirrors are recommended for good rear view).
On days with lots of fog, drizzle, you absolutely do not go on the road too late (about 05 - 06 PM), it is best to try to reach the end of the journey when the sky is still bright. Ha Giang has a number of road sections where blindness is extremely limited and dangerous to travel.
Here are the must-know information before traveling in Ha Giang by motorbike. Take note of these things carefully, and you will surely have the best time of your life in Ha Giang, Vietnam.
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