Da Lat Tourism in January: Suoi Tia - An indispensable destination for travel enthusiasts

Where is Suoi Tia?

Suoi Tia is a small lake formed from a branch of many streams of Tuyen Lam Lake, Da Lat. (Photo: NAG Bui Van Hai)

Suoi Tia is located in the upstream area of Tuyen Lam Lake, about 6km south of Da Lat city center . To reach Suoi Tia, visitors will have to travel along Highway 20, through Prenn Pass, then turn onto a trail in the middle of the pine forest, where the wild and quiet natural scenery welcomes you. This is where the small stream from Voi Mountain originates and flows through, then merges into Tuyen Lam Lake, creating a mysterious and enchanting scene.

Suoi Tia in spring is filled with clouds and sunlight - The beauty of "fairyland"

Suoi Tia is considered a "holy land" for photographers and those who love taking photos. Photo: NAG Bui Van Hai)

In January, when Da Lat transforms itself in the misty fog of spring, Suoi Tia is like a beautiful ink painting. Especially in the early mornings, when the fog covers the lake, the space here becomes magical, making tourists traveling to Da Lat feel like they are lost in a fairyland. At each time of the day, Suoi Tia Da Lat has a different beauty.

Early morning is when Suoi Tia’s scenery is most beautiful, when fog covers the lake and the first rays of sunlight shine through, creating a scene that is both quiet and poetic. This is also the ideal time for photographers to hunt for impressive photos.
At noon , the lake surface is covered with a layer of sparkling glass, the gentle waves lapping at the shore, making the space here become brilliant and full of life.
In the evening , when the sunlight gradually softens, the lake surface turns blue, the air is cool and pleasant. This is the right time to sit and enjoy the scenery changing every minute, especially when the sunset falls, everything seems to be immersed in a layer of mysterious light.
At night , Suoi Tia is covered by a layer of silver moonlight, creating a romantic space, suitable for those who want to enjoy a quiet evening by the lake, fishing or walking with loved ones.

Traveling to Da Lat, the ideal time to explore Suoi Tia

Photo: NAG Bui Van Hai

The best time to explore Suoi Tia - a tourist destination in Da Lat loved by young people, is the end of winter and early spring, when the water chestnut trees change leaves, creating a beautiful colorful picture. At this time, Suoi Tia becomes more mysterious and charming than ever, especially in the early morning, when the mist rises from the lake surface and the first sunlight of the day shines down, making the space dreamy, full of inspiration to create beautiful, captivating photos.

The temperature in the early morning in Da Lat can be quite cold, so visitors to Suoi Tia should prepare warm clothes to comfortably enjoy the beautiful scenery and hunt for clouds and mist. A small tip is that if you want to experience the scenery of Suoi Tia in high humidity and little wind, come before dawn (before 6:30), to enjoy the magical and mysterious scenery that Suoi Tia brings.

What to experience at Da Lat tourist destination in January - Suoi Tia?

January travel to Da Lat to hunt clouds and mist at Suoi Tia

Photo: NAG Bui Van Hai

Suoi Tia is one of the ideal places for photographers to create impressive photos. Every angle at Suoi Tia produces beautiful photos without having to use too many techniques. The water palm trees around the lake, the dugout canoes and the calm lake surface will bring you "once in a lifetime" photos.

Camping and "Chill" with friends at Suoi Tia

Photo: Le Quang Nhut.

Suoi Tia is an ideal camping spot in Da Lat for those who love to immerse themselves in nature. Around the area, there are many flat lands, suitable for setting up tents, resting and enjoying the fresh air. Camping time at Suoi Tia will help you completely relax, enjoy the beauty of nature with close friends.

Take a boat to explore Tuyen Lam Lake - Famous tourist destination in Da Lat

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If you don’t want to walk, you can rent a dugout canoe or SUP to cruise from Tuyen Lam Lake to Suoi Tia. This experience will help you feel the mysterious beauty of the upstream area, with flooded teak trees creating a poetic scene.

Watch the leaves change

Photo: NAG Bui Van Hai

One of the special features of Suoi Tia is its rich ecosystem, especially the water palm trees. In autumn and winter, the water palm trees change leaves, creating beautiful patches of color from red, yellow to green. This is the ideal time for tourists to Da Lat to take photos and admire the natural beauty of Suoi Tia.

Things you need to note when traveling to Suoi Tia

Photo: NAG Bui Van Hai

Maintain hygiene: Suoi Tia is a pristine destination, so visitors need to be aware of environmental protection, not littering and preserving the landscape to preserve the natural beauty of the area.
Prepare enough clothes: In the early morning and late afternoon, the temperature in Da Lat can be quite cold, so don't forget to bring warm clothes and comfortable sneakers when walking in the pine forest.
Note the route: To get to Suoi Tia, you need to travel through a rather difficult pine forest trail. Therefore, if you are not familiar with the route, you should rent a boat from Tuyen Lam Lake to be taken directly to Suoi Tia.
Suoi Tia is one of the tourist destinations in Da Lat in January that cannot be missed. With its wild natural beauty, misty fog and quiet space, Suoi Tia brings visitors a wonderful feeling of relaxation, and is also an ideal place for photographers to hunt clouds and take photos. If you are planning a trip to Da Lat in January , do not forget to add Suoi Tia to the list of attractive destinations, to enjoy the dreamy and mysterious beauty that nature has bestowed on this land.