The 11 Most Difficult Places To Visit In Vietnam

As the population of Vietnam approaches 100 million, it’s surprising that there are any remote areas left in this relatively small country. Some of the places on this list are isolated by treacherous mountain roads, while others are difficult to visit because they’re not on the usual tourist routes. Whatever the case, here are the most difficult spots to visit in Vietnam.

1. Pù Mát National Park

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This park is a recent addition in Vietnam, only formed in 2001. Its rich in flora and fauna, home to an estimated 2,461 plant species — some of which may be new to science — as well as rare animals such as the Indochinese tiger and the red-shanked douc. While sightings are unlikely, the natural beauty of the park, along with its remote location, make this an interesting place to visit.

2. Vũ Quang National Park

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The Vũ Quang National Park is in the North Central Coast region, along the border with Laos. Many tourists either fly over this area, or bypass it on the train, which travels nearer to the sea. This park is home to one of the world’s rarest bovines, the saola, as well as the Giant muntjac, a species of deer only discovered in 1994.