Sơn Trà Mountain
Peninsula in Da Nang with protected nature reserve
Da Nang's Sơn Trà peninsula (Monkey Mountain) hosts Linh Ung Pagoda, coastal roads and forested trails. Day-trippers come for temple views, beaches and to spot macaque groups.
Sơn Trà at a Glance#
About Sơn Trà#
Sơn Trà is a forested peninsula and municipal nature area on the coast of Da Nang City, Vietnam, projecting into the South China Sea just northeast of the urban center. It is locally well known for its combination of coastal scenery, forest habitat and religious sites.
- Access: The peninsula sits about 10 km northeast of central Da Nang and is reached by a single coastal road that climbs from the city.
- Wildlife: Home to populations of the red-shanked douc, a distinctive primate often seen in forested areas away from the main roads.
What to See#
- Linh Ung Pagoda: A large Buddhist complex on the northeast slope of the peninsula that includes a prominent white statue of Quan Âm and a temple compound visited for views over Da Nang Bay.
How to Get to Sơn Trà#
From Da Nang city center take the road toward Son Tra peninsula (approximately 30-45 minutes by taxi depending on traffic). There are several parking spots and trailheads along the peninsula; local buses and motorbike rentals are common options.
Tips for Visiting Sơn Trà#
- If planning to hike, check local ferry or driving schedules; the mountain is reachable from Da Nang city with an hour-plus drive.
- Bring sun protection and plenty of water; lower slopes can be hot while higher ridges cool quickly.
Best Time to Visit Sơn Trà#
Visit in the dry months for clearer views of Da Nang and the coastline; avoid peak monsoon days.
Weather & Climate near Sơn Trà#
Sơn Trà's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with hot summers (peaking in June) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 16°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (2076 mm/year), wettest in October with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 16° - 22° | 19° | 90 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.1h |
| February | Excellent | 17° - 23° | 20° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 3.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.5h |
| March | Excellent | 18° - 25° | 22° | 48 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 3.2 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 20° - 28° | 24° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.4h |
| May | Excellent | 22° - 29° | 26° | 81 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.5 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.8h |
| June | Very Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 114 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.7 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.0h |
| July | Very Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 143 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.3 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.9h |
| August | Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 179 mm | overcast | 79% | 2.4 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.6h |
| September | Good | 22° - 28° | 25° | 339 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.4 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 21° - 26° | 23° | 489 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.9 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Good | 19° - 24° | 21° | 331 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.2h |
| December | Good | 17° - 22° | 19° | 171 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.0h |
