Ruby eco-tourism area is located next to the romantic Thac Ba lake. It possesses a cool green space and many extremely attractive and interesting entertainment experiences. This place is increasingly attracting tourists from all over to visit and relax.
1. Where is the Ruby ecotourism area?
The Ruby eco-tourism area is located at the edge of Thac Ba Lake, Yen Binh district, Yen Bai province, Vietnam. About 11 km northeast of Yen Bai city and about 162 km northwest of Hanoi capital.
2. How is the Ruby ecotourism area unique?
Ruby eco-tourism area is a unique tourism and resort complex on an extremely large scale. It inherited the fresh and gentle air of Thac Ba Lake and the green primeval forest ecosystem.
The space here is extremely fresh, airy and extremely spacious with main areas. Such as a playground, swimming pool, restaurant,…It gives you perfect relaxation when coming here.
The Ruby eco-tourism area is like a different color among the Northwest mountains and forests. It creates a tourist highlight that helps the locality attract and stimulate tourism investment extremely effectively.
3. When is the best time to visit the Ruby ecotourism area?
Ruby eco-tourism area on Thac Ba Lake is a perfect tourist destination as each season brings you unique experiences. In order to travel around the lake easily, as well as participating in outdoor activities. You should avoid the rainy season from May to August.
If you want to participate in a unique cultural event at Thac Ba Lake, you can schedule to come here on January 8 – 9 (lunar calendar) every year. This time the Thac Ba temple festival takes place, it is extremely famous in the region. The festival at Thac Ba Temple is one of the region’s largest and most vibrant events. It attracts people and tourists from all over.
You will have the opportunity to participate in traditional activities. Such as watching artistic performances, and trying typical dishes of this region. This festival is rich in cultural and religious values, helping you gain a deeper understanding of the lives and traditions of local people.
The ideal time to travel to the Ruby eco-tourism area is in the dry season, from September to April of the following year.
4. How to get to the Ruby ecotourism area?
4.1 By Personal Vehicle
From Hanoi, if you want to go to Thac Ba Lake, you can follow Highway 32 to Yen Bai or Hanoi – Lao Cai highway. It exits at the intersection with Yen Bai city. This exit point to the Ruby ecotourism area is only about 15 km.
4.2 By Public Transportation
If you want to go directly from Hanoi to the Thac Ba Lake area, you can go to My Dinh bus station to catch a bus. Currently, there is only one bus company operating this direct route as follows:
- Bao Ngan bus
- Schedule: My Dinh – Thac Ba – My Dinh
- Departure time: Thac Ba 7:00 am My Dinh 12:00 pm
As for the My Dinh – Yen Bai city – My Dinh schedule. There are many bus companies with flexible departure times. It creates convenient and easy conditions for tourists to travel by public transport.
5. Activities and Experiences at Ruby ecotourism area
After conquering and exploring the towering mountain ranges. You can experience the unique lifestyle of the ethnic people or complete the journey through endless roads. This is the time you should relax and enjoy. rest.
5.1 Admiring the vast natural space
One thing that is especially impressive for you when coming to Ruby Ecotourism Area is the airy, large and extremely fresh natural space. From the pristine primeval forests and cool blue lake water. There’s nothing better than being immersed in water to dispel all worries and fatigue from work and life.
5.2 Participating in many interesting outdoor activities
When coming to Ruby Yen Bai Ecotourism Area, you will experience many thrilling games. Such as windsurfing, boat surfing, and flying carpets. In order to experience and challenge your perseverance, courage and ingenuity through impressive games.
You can also rent a boat to experience the travel journey at Ruby Ecotourism Area. Admiring the majestic and magnificent natural scenery here.
5.3 Immersing yourself in the cool swimming are
Ruby swimming area is one of the things you cannot miss when coming to Ruby Ecotourism Area. The clear blue lake with calm water and gentle waves is extremely suitable for children.
5.4 Checking-in points that cannot be missed
Maybe you don’t know, the movie studio located at Ruby Ecotourism Area is an extremely unique check-in spot. It attracts not only tourists but also couples and film crews to record and take photos.
6. Specialties when traveling to Ruby ecotourism area
Traveling to the Ruby ecotourism area, you will not only admire the vast and poetic natural landscape. You will be enchanted by local restaurants with many mountain and forest specialties. It brings a rustic yet extremely attractive and unique flavor.
Below are some specialties here:
- Braised sturgeon with banana and beans.
- Grilled pork lined with banana leaves.
- Sturgeon hotpot.
- Grilled fish.
- Smoked buffalo meat.
- ….
7. Accommodation when traveling to Ruby ecotourism area
When traveling to the Ruby ecotourism area, this place itself is already a place to stay. This property’s amenities are very convenient and full of other ancillary services. This ecotourism area is also very close to Yen Binh town. You can refer to some places to stay in Yen Binh town below:
7.1 Hotels:
- Quang Thoa Hotel. Address: Yen Binh Town, Yen Binh, Yen Bai.
- Thac Ba Cong Doan Tourist Hotel. Address: Yen Binh Town, Yen Binh, Yen Bai.
- Hanh Hoa Vien Hotel. Address: Km9, Highway 70, Yen Binh Town, Yen Binh, Yen Bai.
7.2 Guesthouses:
- Anh Thu Guesthouse. Address: Yen Binh Town, Yen Binh, Yen Bai.
- Long Nguyen Guesthouse. Address: Group 6, Yen Binh Town, Yen Binh, Yen Bai.
- Huong Ly Guesthouse. Address: Yen Binh Town, Yen Binh, Yen Bai.
- Tuan Anh Guesthouse. Address: Yen Binh Town, Yen Binh, Yen Bai.
7.3 Homestays:
- Thao Nguyen Homestay. Address: Ngoi Tu, Vu Linh, Yen Binh, Yen Bai.
- Pohzau Homestay. Address: Vu Linh, Yen Binh, Yen Bai.
- Dao Ethnic Homestay. Address: Ngoi Tu, Vu Linh, Yen Binh, Yen Bai.
- Vu Linh Farmstay. Address: Ngoi Tu, Vu Linh, Yen Binh, Yen Bai.
- Thac Ba Family Homestay. Address: Vinh Kien, Yen Binh, Yen Bai.
8. Some necessary notes when traveling to Ruby ecotourism area
However, on this travel itinerary, please refer to the necessary notes below to have a complete and fun trip.
- Contact for reservations: At some peak times of the year, Ruby Yen Bai Ecotourism Area welcomes many tourists to visit and relax. Therefore, to have the most impressive moments of experience. Please contact the tourist area manager for advice and reservations.
- Prepare bathing suits: Ruby Yen Bai eco-tourism area is famous for its many fun activities, water sports and cool green swimming pools. Preparing yourself with bathing suits so you can have fun and experience.
- Bring some snacks: Bring some snacks to refuel after hours of fun with countless exciting games. There are very few restaurants in the Ruby Ecotourism Area.
- Ensuring safety for children: Ruby Yen Bai eco-tourism area is located on the shore of Thac Bac Lake with quite deep and dangerous water levels. Please watch over and ensure the safety of children when visiting and experiencing here.
- Do not litter, maintain public hygiene and smoke in the right places.
Ruby eco-tourism area is a beautiful destination in Yen Bai. If you have the opportunity, you should visit to experience many interesting fun, entertainment and relaxation activities in the beautiful Northwest region of Vietnam.
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