National Day September 2 is an ideal occasion to temporarily leave the busy urban life, enjoy the fresh air and explore nature, experience interesting outdoor activities. With 3 prominent locations including Tri An Lake, Chua Chan Mountain and Nam Cat Tien Forest, Dong Nai can be a reasonable choice to enjoy this long holiday.

SUP and camping paradise

Tri An Lake is located about 30km from Bien Hoa City and about 70km from Ho Chi Minh City. With an area of ​​over 32,000 hectares, the lake was formed from the Tri An hydroelectric project, located in 4 districts of Dong Nai including: Vinh Cuu, Trang Bom, Thong Nhat, Dinh Quan.

In addition to its role in providing electricity, Tri An Lake is also an attractive tourist destination thanks to its natural, wild beauty.

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A group of young people rowing SUP on Tri An Lake. Photo: Hoang Anh

On the occasion of September 2nd holiday, Tri An Lake attracts a large number of tourists to come and relax. The charming natural scenery with surrounding mountains and forests, immense water surface and clear blue sky create a beautiful picture.

Visitors can participate in many interesting activities such as SUP paddling in the middle of the lake, fishing, camping or simply walking on the small paths along the lake.

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Eating and camping overnight at Tri An Lake. Photo: Hoang Anh

When night falls, Tri An Lake takes on a magical beauty. The moonlight shimmering on the water, the chirping of insects creates a peaceful space, ideal for relaxing and enjoying life.

Camping overnight by the lake, gathering around a fire with friends, grilling meat and telling stories is an unforgettable experience for many people.

Conquering the "roof" of Dong Nai

Chua Chan Mountain, also known as Gia Lao Mountain, is located in Xuan Loc District. It is the second highest mountain in the Southeast, after Ba Den Mountain. At 837m above sea level, Chua Chan Mountain is an ideal place for trekking enthusiasts who want to challenge their limits.

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Camping on the top of Chua Chan mountain. Photo: Hoang Anh

Chua Chan Mountain attracts visitors with its cool air and majestic scenery. The climbing journey takes visitors through lush green forests, winding and steep trails, opening up a panoramic view of the sky.

In particular, when reaching the top of the mountain, the whole view around Xuan Loc district appears before your eyes, with fields and small villages, creating an incredibly beautiful natural picture.

In addition to conquering the mountain top, visitors can also visit Buu Quang Pagoda, an ancient pagoda located near the top of the mountain. This is where many people come to find peace of mind and pray for good things.

Explore the wild

Cat Tien National Park stretches across Dong Nai, Binh Phuoc and Lam Dong provinces. It is home to many rare species of flora and fauna, attracting not only scientists but also nature-loving tourists.

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Cycling in Cat Tien National Park. Photo: TAP

The September 2nd holiday is approaching, if tourists are looking for a unique travel experience, exploring wild nature, Cat Tien National Park is an ideal destination.

In particular, the night animal viewing tour will bring you interesting discoveries. The trip departs at 6:30 p.m., traveling by car on a 12km route in about 1 hour.

Tourists will be guided to the grasslands and habitats to see deer, porcupines, rabbits, and weasels foraging for food at night. Depending on the season and weather, visitors may encounter herds of wild gaurs.

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Watching animals in Cat Tien National Park at night. Photo: Hoang Anh

To protect nature and help visitors have a safe experience, night animal watching tours in Cat Tien National Park will be guided by experienced people.

Suggestions for interesting September 2nd travel experiences in the South During the upcoming September 2nd trip, visitors can experience some activities such as waterfall crossing tour in Da Lat, exploring Tra Su cajuput forest, floating in Can Tho during flood season or "hunting" for sunrise in Vung Tau...