1. Lak Lake
Lak Lake in the summer - A peaceful destination in the Central Highlands, where visitors can experience canoeing and immerse themselves in the culture of the M'nong people. (Photo: Collected)
Lak Lake is the second largest freshwater lake in Vietnam, located about 56km from the center of Buon Ma Thuot. It is surrounded by rolling mountains and vast primeval forests, creating a strangely quiet space.
In the summer, the lake's surface is as calm and clear as a mirror reflecting the mountains and forests. You can experience the summer here by rowing a dugout canoe, listening to the gongs of the M'nong people, or relaxing in traditional longhouses by the lake. If you love tranquility and pure nature, Lak Lake is one of the Central Highlands destinations not to be missed.
2. Dray Sap Waterfall
Majestic Dray Sap Waterfall in the middle of the jungle – An ideal summer experience with cool water and white foam. (Photo: Collected)
As one of the most famous waterfalls in Dak Lak , Dray Sap waterfall has a wild and powerful beauty with a large waterfall pouring down from a height of 20m, creating white foam.
Especially in the summer in the Central Highlands , the large and strong water volume makes Dray Sap an extremely ideal place to avoid the heat. You can walk through the forest, bathe in the stream, or simply sit and listen to the sound of flowing water and feel the cool steam filling the space. An extremely "chill" summer experience for those who love to explore nature!
3. Mang Den
Mang Den - "The second Da Lat of the Central Highlands" offers green space and cool climate for a complete summer trip to the Central Highlands. (Photo: Collected)
Located at an altitude of over 1,200m, Mang Den (Kon Plong - Kon Tum) is known as the "Da Lat of the Central Highlands" thanks to its year-round cool climate and charming scenery with pine forests, lakes and waterfalls.
Traveling to the Central Highlands in the summer without visiting Mang Den is a pity. Here, you can trek gently through the pine forest, visit Pa Sy waterfall, eat grilled chicken with bamboo rice and relax in small homestays hidden in the forest. The fresh air and cool temperature of around 20-25 degrees Celsius make this place an ideal choice to "escape the heat".
4. Kon Tum wooden church
Kon Tum Wooden Church – A destination with unique architectural features and a peaceful space in the middle of summer in the Central Highlands. (Photo: Collected)
Not only a religious building, Kon Tum wooden church is also a unique cultural symbol of the Central Highlands. Built entirely of wood since 1913, the church combines Roman style with ethnic stilt house motifs, creating a beauty that is both ancient and familiar.
Visiting this place in the summer in the Central Highlands, you will feel the peace in the sacred, cool and extremely peaceful space. This is an ideal stop for those who love architecture, photography and want to find the depth of indigenous culture.
5. Kotam Community Ecotourism Area
Kotam Eco-Zone – An ideal place for cultural experiences in the heart of Buon Ma Thuot. (Photo: Collected)
Only 8km from Buon Ma Thuot center , Kotam is an outstanding eco-tourism area with green space, lotus pond, bamboo bridge, traditional long house and cuisine typical of the Central Highlands.
This is an ideal place for families with young children to have fun, relax and learn about the culture of the Ede and M'nong ethnic groups. In the summer, Kotam often organizes festivals, local markets and very exciting folk games.
If you are looking for a gentle, cultural summer experience suitable for both adults and children, then don't miss Kotam in your summer tour of the Central Highlands!
6. Elephant riding in Buon Don
Elephant riding in Buon Don – Experience a summer full of Central Highlands identity, connecting culture and nature. (Photo: Collected)
Buon Don – a land famous for hunting and taming wild elephants – is an indispensable destination when talking about summer in the Central Highlands. Here, you can visit ancient villages, learn about the wedding customs of the Lao – Ede – M’nong people and especially ride elephants, wade through streams and cross forests.
Although elephant riding is now shifting towards an eco-tourism and conservation model (limiting direct elephant riding), you can still approach elephants, feed them, take pictures and learn about the history of this animal in community life. A very unique way to experience summer, both intimate and full of humanity.
7. K50 Waterfall
Summer trekking challenge to explore K50 waterfall. (Photo: Collected)
Located in Kon Chu Rang Nature Reserve (Gia Lai), K50 waterfall is known as the "muse in the middle of the jungle" with a waterfall over 50m high pouring down like a white silk strip in the middle of the jungle.
To get here, you have to trek through the forest for about 2-3 hours, cross streams, and climb slopes. But the reward is the majestic and cool scenery that few places have. At night, you can sleep in a tent right next to the waterfall, listen to the sounds of the forest and feel the intense life of nature. This summer experience will touch the souls of explorers and those who love challenges.
Not as noisy as the city, not as crowded as the beach tourist destinations, summer in the Central Highlands brings a unique quality - cool, calm and full of inspiration. Whether you are a nature lover, passionate about culture or simply want to escape the sweltering heat, the 7 Central Highlands destinations mentioned above will definitely bring you a memorable summer experience.
Try going deep into the forest, bathing under a waterfall, sleeping in a homestay in the middle of the forest and listening to the sound of gongs on summer nights. You will understand why summer tourism in the Central Highlands is gradually becoming a new trend that is slower, greener and more profound.
Source: https://www.vietravel.com/vn/am-thuc-kham-pha/trai-nghiem-mua-he-o-tay-nguyen-v17501.aspx
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