Rich potential
How to City. Dien Bien Phu 220km to the northwest, Muong Nhe Nature Reserve is located on the administrative boundaries of 5 communes (Sin Thau, Leng Su Sin, Chung Chai, Muong Nhe and Nam Ke) of Muong Nhe district with total natural area 46.730,51ha.
For many years, this place has always been evaluated as one of the major biodiversity conservation areas of Vietnam with 1.811 species of animals and 976 species of higher plants belonging to 606 genera, 172 families in 5 branches. Of which, 33 species of plants are endemic to Vietnam and 128 species of rare and precious plants are listed in the Vietnam Red Book and the World Red Book; 458 species of wild animals such as lorises, mold monkeys, bobcats, yellow monkeys, pig-tailed monkeys, gray langurs, white-cheeked gibbons, wild cats, clouded leopards, leopards... Besides the value of biodiversity Muong Nhe Nature Reserve is also an area with many poetic natural landscapes with primeval forests and majestic mountains. In which, the mountain ranges must be mentioned: Phu Den Dinh runs in the direction of Northwest - Southeast; Phu Ta Long San along the Vietnam - China border with the highest peak is Pu Pa Kun at 1.892m high; or Phu Tu Na with a peak of 1.405m (in Nam Ke commune). Between the mountains are narrow valleys and several low mountain ranges. This is a transitional area between high mountains and low and flat hills, so it contains high values of forest ecosystems, natural landscapes, biodiversity with many rare and endangered species of flora and fauna in the area. national and global level. Due to the high and medium mountainous terrain, with a fairly rich hydrological system, many beautiful masterpieces have been created by nature such as: Dragon Waterfall 1, Dragon Waterfall 2, Da Tu Waterfall (upstream of Pang Poi stream). ), Nam Ma stream, Phu Phang beach, Nam Po rattan hunting spot, Bat Cave... This place also retains the wild features of the mountains and forests, suitable for investing in a variety of services such as adventure sports tourism. , explore nature.
Not only with a diverse and rich ecosystem; The majestic and beautiful natural scenery that the buffer zone villages of Muong Nhe Nature Reserve is also a place to preserve traditional cultural values, with many typical festivals and rich in national identity such as: Ga Ma Thu Festival (Ban worship ceremony), Kho Su Cha (Traditional Tet), De Kho Cha (Rainy season festival) of Ha Nhi people; New Year's Eve of the Cong ethnic group in Nam Ke commune... Along with that is the opening of A Pa Chai, the intersection point of the border of the three countries Vietnam - Laos - China.
Mr. Diep Van Chinh, Director of Muong Nhe Nature Reserve said: With the goal of preserving and promoting the values of the natural landscape, exploiting the potential advantages of biodiversity, landscapes, and beliefs associated with With the cultural identity of the ethnic groups, creating jobs, increasing incomes, and improving the lives of local people, the unit has built a project of eco-tourism, resort and entertainment in Muong nature reserve. Well, in the period of 2022 - 2023. The scope of implementation covers the entire allocated area and surrounding areas, in which focus is on communes in the buffer zone of the reserve. The project has been approved by the Provincial People's Committee with a total capital demand of 101 billion VND (the calling for investment is 65 billion VND, other capital is 36 billion VND). Along with the strict protection and restoration of forest ecosystems, forest fauna and flora; Tourism activities in the subdivision are organized and implemented mainly at Landmark 66, Phu Phang beach, Dragon 1 waterfall, Bat cave, Nam Po Luong waterfall, and Da Tu waterfall (Pham Poi). Target audience is from 15 to 55 years old, with interests in exploring nature, culture and history; Likes to experiment and take risks. Project on development of 4 main types of tourism: ecotourism, natural discovery; adventure travel; community tourism; travel, visit, study.
In order to implement and implement effectively, in May 5, the Management Board of Muong Nhe Nature Reserve informed domestic organizations and individuals about the areas for leasing forest environment for investment in tourism development. eco-tourism, resort, entertainment. In which, focus is on 2023 projects on investment and development of eco-tourism, resort and entertainment in Muong Nhe Nature Reserve, such as: eco-tourism area, convalescence and entertainment; Animal Rescue Center Muong Nhe Nature Reserve; Nam Po rattan hunting tourist destination; Dragon Waterfall 12 tourist attraction; Dragon Waterfall 1 tourist attraction; tourist attractions landmark 2 nature reserve; Tourist spot on the way up The landmark intersection of the border of three countries Vietnam - Laos - China.
Promising new direction
Not only Muong Nhe Nature Reserve, the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (Agriculture and Rural Development) has directed the Muong Phang Historical Relic Forest and Environmental Landscape Management Board to coordinate with relevant units to develop a theme for the project. Outline and estimate the project of eco-tourism, convalescence and entertainment in special-use forests in the period of 2022 - 2030. At the same time, submit to the Department of Finance for appraisal funding for the construction of the proposed project using service funds. forest environment. Based on the appraisal contents of the Department of Finance, the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has compiled a list of 8 tasks. Including the task of developing the project of eco-tourism, resort and entertainment in the special-use forest - Historical relic forest and Muong Phang environmental landscape in the period of 2022 - 2030). It is expected to be implemented with funding from non-target forest environment services for the period 2011-2014. Currently, the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development continues to review and complete the following draft contents. when receiving the participation content of the Department of Finance and submitting to the Provincial People's Committee for approval the list of tasks and funding.
Realizing the potential and advantages of developing eco-tourism, exploring and resorting in special-use forests and protection forests, on the basis of guidelines for developing the project of eco-tourism, convalescence and entertainment in the area. Special-use forests and protection forests of the General Department of Forestry, the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development have directed the Management Boards of special-use forests and protection forests under their control to review and develop the project of eco-tourism and resort. , entertainment in the assigned area of the unit. Together with Muong Nhe Nature Reserve and the Muong Phang Historical Relics and Environmental Landscape Forest Management Board, the Department has also directed three protection forest management boards (Dien Bien, Muong Cha, and Muong Cha). Tuan Giao) to develop and implement sustainable forest management according to the plan approved by the Provincial People's Committee. However, these 3 units have not yet implemented the task of developing the project of eco-tourism, convalescence and entertainment in the protection forest. The reason is that the allocated forest area is located far from residential areas, making it difficult to travel; infrastructure is still limited; Funds have not been allocated for implementation... Continuing to exploit the potential and advantages of developing eco-tourism, convalescence and exploration in special-use and protective forests in the province is the direction that needs to be approved by all levels. interested sectors, creating conditions suitable for each locality. In which, tourism development is associated with biodiversity conservation and forest protection; promptly remove difficulties and obstacles in the implementation process; assist in attracting, calling for investment in the construction and renovation of tourist spots and routes.
