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Dak Lak Province is one of the ideal destinations for those who love wild nature and want to experience the unique beauty of the Central Highlands. Among the beautiful landscapes of this land, Yok Don National Park is a must-visit for people who are interested in ecotourism. Let’s see what makes the park special with Asia King Travel!
Yok Don National Park attracts many adventure lovers
Yok Don National Park is one of the largest and most important conservation forests in the Central Highlands. It lies in two provinces of Lam Dong and Dak Lak, but mainly in Dak Lak. Notably, it is the only place in Vietnam that preserves the dipterocarp forest ecosystem.
Yok Don National Park is the only place in Vietnam that preserves the dipterocarp forest ecosystem
The park has an area of 1,155 square kilometers and contains more than 1,000 species of plants and 650 species of animals. With such a large area and an extremely impressive ecosystem, this makes Yok Don National Park an ecological paradise in the Central Highlands and an attractive destination, especially for those who love to learn about biodiversity.
Yok Don National Park is in Buon Don Commune, Dak Lak Province, about 40 kilometers northwest of Buon Ma Thuot Ward. It is located on two mountains, Yok Don and Reheng, south of the Serepok River. The park contains mainly natural forests and dipterocarp forests.
The route to Yok Don National Park depends on your location, as well as which vehicle you are using. From Buon Ma Thuot Ward, you can travel by both private and public vehicles.
If travelling by personal vehicle (motorbike, private car) from Buon Ma Thuot Ward, you can refer to the following route:
The bus to Yok Don has a distinct pink and blue colour, operating from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m, and arrives every 30-60 minutes. It will take you about 60 to 90 minutes to get to the park, depending on your location.
You can take a bus to travel to Yok Don National Park
According to the official website, the bus fare from Buon Ma Thuot to Yok Don is about VND 40,000/ticket. You can catch buses to the park at these pick-up points:
Yok Don National Park has its own interesting features at any time of the year. Depending on your interest, you can visit the park in the dry season (from November to April) to see the beauty of the golden-yellow dipterocarp forest, or in the rainy season (from May to October) to admire the strong growth of green vegetation and the majesty of the Serepok River.
Each season in Yok Don National Park has its own beauty
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Seven Branches Waterfall is located on the Serepok River, in N'DRech Village, Buon Don Commune. The waterfall flows through Don Village and Yok Don National Park. The Serepok River flows here and meets a large rocky rapid, dividing into 7 small rivers flowing through the rocks, and this is the reason it is called “Seven Branches”.
Seven Branches Waterfall looks like a giant hand with fingers
Looking from afar, the waterfall is like a giant hand, with 7 fingers spread out in the middle of the white rapids, and the "wrist" is the head of the waterfall, about 500 meters wide. The water flows gently and peacefully all year round. Here, you will be immersed in the fresh air of nature, in the wild and majestic beauty. At the same time, you can explore the unique culture of the Ede people at their long house.
The Buddha Waterfall is located about 8 kilometers west of the Yok Don National Park Management Board. The Buddha Waterfall is also formed from a branch of the Serepok River.
Buddha Waterfall is a must-see when visiting Yok Don National Park
This waterfall is nestled under a natural old forest, surrounded by large, diversely shaped rocks carved by water and time. The fresh, cool air at the Buddha Waterfall is an ideal place for picnics and camping that visitors should not miss.
Yok Don Mountain is located in the low plateau, stretching from Cambodia to the North of Dak Lak Province, with the highest point at 482 meters. This is the symbol chosen as the name of Yok Don National Park.
You can have an overview of the park when looking from Yok Don mountain's summit
For tourists who love adventure travel and are passionate about trekking, this will be an interesting mountain to conquer. When you overcome the long journey to stand on the top of this mountain, you will be able to admire the panoramic view of the majestic and extremely green primaeval forest of Yok Don.
These are villages that have long settled in Yok Don National Park. The people living in these villages are ethnic minorities, mainly the Ede and M'nong ethnic groups, in addition to some people from other places like Tay, Muong, Lao, etc.
Don't forget to visit villages in Yok Don National Park
When visiting these villages, you will have the chance to experience a multi-ethnic culture with different customs, practices, and festivals that are typical of the Central Highlands.
Yok Don National Park is such a big site that you should spend more than a day exploring. There are plenty of options here that you can choose based on your preferences.
Camping in Yok Don National Park is also an interesting experience
Yok Don Guest House: There are 03 guest houses in the park with 19 airy, fully equipped rooms. The guest house is built in beautiful locations. All rooms have windows overlooking the river, lake, forest... so you can enjoy the fresh, cool air of the Yok Don mountains and forests.
Tourist camp: This is a convenient type of accommodation for those who truly love nature, want to immerse themselves in nature to enjoy the sounds of insects, animals, chirping birds, and the sound of rustling wind. The camp has mosquito nets, rain covers, mattresses, and pillows to keep you safe and comfortable. You can bring a light, pretty, comfortable tent and choose a suitable location to have a wonderful night.
When travelling in the Central Highlands, take your time to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of this region, especially by visiting sites like Yok Don National Park. This is both a must-see destination for adventure lovers and people seeking authentic ecotourism experiences. Contact Asia King Travel to find out more and plan your journey to this majestic land!
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