Lots of room for sports tourism

The Cycling Race was held on April 22. Photo: Sang DL

• ECONOMIC CONTRIBUTION FROM SPORTS TOURISM

According to Mr. Nguyen Tien Hai - Deputy Director of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Lam Dong province, sports tourism here is often organized in two basic forms: organizing sports activities for tourists to participate in and organizing large-scale sports competitions. These activities not only create income for the locality but also raise awareness of sports tourism in the community.

Lam Dong has been strongly developing adventure sports tourism products such as ziplining at Datanla waterfall, trekking in the forest, mountain biking through the forest, and rafting through rapids on Da Don river. These products have attracted a large number of tourists, especially international tourists, to visit and experience.

According to Mr. Nguyen Hoang Dai - General Director of Domingo Company, a unit specializing in organizing trail running competitions, Lam Dong has great potential in developing sports tourism such as: mountain climbing, trekking and skydiving. With majestic mountain terrain, waterfalls and primeval forests, Lam Dong has become an ideal destination for those who love outdoor activities and adventure sports. Lam Dong is not only famous for its beautiful natural scenery but also hosts many major sporting events. Trail running competitions such as: Dalat Music Run, Dalat Ultra Trail, La An Trail and Prenn Trail have attracted thousands of domestic and foreign athletes to participate. These events not only create opportunities for athletes to show their talents but also contribute to promoting the image of Lam Dong tourism to the world .

Recently, the Organizing Committee of the 37th Ho Chi Minh City Television Cup Cycling Race 2025 with the theme "The Country and Rivers Connected in One Strip" awarded the 17th stage from Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province to Da Lat City and competed in the 18th stage around Xuan Huong Lake, Da Lat City. In this stage, athletes from 15 racing teams nationwide competed with great determination to overcome a distance of 51 km, equivalent to 10 laps around Xuan Huong Lake. Thanks to favorable terrain, the athletes maintained a high speed and stuck together fiercely and achieved good results.

Athletes on the Dalat Ultra Trail race track. Photo: Van Bau

• POLICY TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF SPORTS TOURISM

Realizing the potential and strengths of sports tourism, Lam Dong provincial government has implemented a number of support policies for businesses organizing sports tournaments combined with tourism experiences. In the period of 2016 - 2020, the province has focused all resources to develop adventure sports tourism into a unique tourism product of the province.

In particular, the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism has advised the Provincial People's Committee to issue Decision 1804 on temporary management of adventure sports tourism organization and business activities. This regulation not only creates a legal corridor for businesses but also ensures the safety of tourists when participating in adventure sports activities. With continuous efforts in developing sports tourism, Lam Dong is gradually affirming its position on the Vietnam tourism map. The combination of sports and tourism not only brings economic benefits but also contributes to improving the quality of life for local people.

Lam Dong is also aiming to build a sustainable sports tourism ecosystem, with the participation of businesses, organizations and the community. Plans to develop infrastructure, upgrade facilities and train high-quality human resources will be implemented to meet the growing needs of tourists.

Investing in infrastructure to develop sustainable sports tourism, Lam Dong has focused on investment and facilities. Traffic routes have been upgraded, sports event areas have been improved, and supporting services such as motels, hotels, and sports centers have also been invested in and built. This not only creates favorable conditions for tourists but also enhances their experience when participating in sports activities.

Another important factor in developing sports tourism is human resource training. Lam Dong Province has coordinated with universities and training organizations to improve the skills of staff in the tourism and sports sector. This not only helps improve service quality but also creates a professional working environment, attracting talent to Lam Dong.

In addition to economic development, Lam Dong also focuses on preserving culture and the environment. Sports tourism activities are organized with the criteria of protecting nature and promoting indigenous cultural values. Tourists not only experience sports activities but also have the opportunity to learn about the culture and customs of local people, thereby creating a connection between tourists and the community.

With great potential and support from the government, Lam Dong promises to become an ideal destination for those who are passionate about sports and exploring nature. The development of sports tourism not only brings economic benefits but also contributes to raising awareness of environmental protection and sustainable development. Lam Dong is on track to become one of the leading sports tourism centers in Vietnam, attracting not only domestic but also international tourists, contributing to the overall development of Vietnam's tourism industry.

Source: https://baolamdong.vn/du-lich/202504/nhieu-du-dia-tu-du-lich-the-thao-e63772d/