Buon Ma Thuot Travel Guide

Buon Ma Thuot is the capital of the Dak Lak Province and worth visiting if you are in the area. It boasts natural beauty, a laid back and friendly atmosphere and welcoming locals.

Worth It?
If you are looking for somewhere interesting that's off the beaten track, then Buon Ma Thuot will definitely fit the bill.
What to Do
trek to hill tribe villages, go elephant riding, visit waterfalls.
Best Time to Go
to avoid the hot and wet seasons, visit Buon Ma Thuot between November and February.
How Long?
A couple of days at the most.
Trivia
Buon Ma Thuot was the site of the last major battle of the Vietnam War between the armies of the north and south. It took place in March 1975.

Buon Ma Thuot is also the largest city in Vietnam's Central Highlands and comes with a population of some 300,000, which, while small compared to Ho Chi Minh City's seven million and Hanoi's 3.4 million, is enough to give it a vibrant atmosphere and yet still retain a sense of tradition and local community.

Though the city is often overlooked by visitors, it's only about 120 miles from the popular seaside resort of Nha Trang, making it a worthy deviation for anyone wanting to visit somewhere slightly quieter before heading north to Hoi An or south to Dalat.

Travel to Buon Ma Thuot - Getting There

Visitors can catch public buses to Buon Ma Thuot from Dalat (4 hours), Da Nang, Nha Trang (30 minutes) and Ho Chi Minh City or alternatively there are flights from both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Buon Ma Thuot Airport, which is located just over six miles outside the city.

Buon Ma Thuot Things to Do

Buon Ma Thuot Attractions

Ethnic villages
many of these are off limits to anyone not in possession of a permit, however, those closest to the town are open to visitors.
Coffee plantations
tours are available and visitors are given the chance to sample coffee made from locally grown beans.
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