Discover the white cloud paradise Ky Quan San

Ky Quan San (once known as Bach Moc Luong Tu) attracts hundreds of young people every weekend to conquer the journey of cloud hunting in the middle of the forest.

Located between the natural boundary of two communes, Sin Suoi Ho (Lai Chau province) and Muong Hum (formerly Bat Xat district, Lao Cai province), Vietnam. Ky Quan San (formerly known as Bach Moc Luong Tu) is a mountain peak with rugged terrain, which has been explored by backpackers since 2012.

This is a 3,046m high mountain, the fourth highest in Vietnam after Fansipan (3,143m), Pu Ta Leng (3,096m) and Pu Si Lung (3,076m).

There are two ways to reach Ky Quan San peak in Sin Suoi Ho commune (Phong Tho district, Lai Chau province) or Sang Ma Sao commune (Bat Xat district, Lao Cai province).

Long-time trekkers agree that each climbing direction of Ky Quan San offers different experiences.

If climbing from Lai Chau, visitors will enjoy the beautiful primeval forest like a fairy tale, then in Lao Cai direction, there will be open views, covering the whole landscape in the distance.

The journey to conquer Ky Quan San requires average to high physical strength, so participants need to have a 2-3 week training period before starting.

In early winter, this trekking route is considered the most beautiful, because of the blooming wild rhododendrons. This place is also famous as the most majestic cloud hunting spot in the Northwest.

Bach Moc Luong Tu is also one of the beautiful cloud hunting spots, attracting a large community of "travel" and trekking enthusiasts recently.

The ideal time for trekking in Bach Moc Luong Tu is from mid-September to April of the following year, when the northern provinces enter the dry season, the weather is cool, and it rarely rains. Because this is a very beautiful winter time and perfect for mountain climbing.

The weather on the mountain at night is very cold, visitors need to prepare warm clothes and heat patches.

Beginners should not conquer on their own, but should participate under the supervision and guidance of reputable organizing units. This helps minimize the risks of exhaustion, accidents, getting lost...

Photo: Vinh Dav

Heritage Magazine