Among famous tourist destinations of Ninh Binh such as Trang An, Tam Coc or Dancing Cave, Cuc Phuong forest has a completely different color.
There are not too many large projects or crowded check-in areas, this place is famous for its ancient primeval forests, roads covered with trees and a very peaceful feeling that not many tourist destinations today still retain.
According to practical experience from Ninh Binh Booking, Cuc Phuong is not a place to go quickly and then return. This is a suitable destination for those who want to temporarily leave the noise of the city to truly immerse themselves in nature.
Where is Cuc Phuong Forest?
Currently Cuc Phuong National Park is located in the border area between:
- Ninh Binh
- Hoa Binh
- Thanh Hoa
The most popular entrance gate is on the Ninh Binh side and is often combined in a 2-day or 3-day Ninh Binh travel itinerary.
From Hanoi to Cuc Phuong takes about more than 2 hours by car. The route is currently quite easy, so many tourists choose:
- personal vehicle
- motorcycle
- limousine
to be more proactive in your schedule.
According to experience from Ninh Binh Booking, if you want to fully feel the beauty of Cuc Phuong, you should go early in the morning and spend at least a day here instead of just stopping by too quickly.
A very different green color of Ninh Binh
Many people often remember Ninh Binh for its limestone mountains, rivers or spiritual tourist areas. But when entering Cuc Phuong, the first feeling is the complete change of space.
The air is noticeably cooler, the sound of cars gradually disappears and is replaced by the sounds of wild birds, leaves and the typical smell of damp soil of the old forest.
According to experience from Ninh Binh Booking, even the road to the center of the forest was a very memorable part of the trip. Both sides of the road are covered with green trees, creating the feeling of entering another world completely separate from the outside.
That is also the reason why many tourists like Cuc Phuong, not because of check-in but because of the very natural feeling of relaxation this place brings.
Beauty changes with each season of the year
Cuc Phuong does not have the type of beauty that is too dazzling at first sight. This place is beautiful in a way that the longer you stay, the easier it is to feel.
In spring and early summer, the entire forest is covered in a very dark green color. Sunlight filtering through the large trees creates a very typical scene of the Northern primeval forest.
In particular, around April to May is the most famous time in Cuc Phuong when entering butterfly season.
According to practical experience from Ninh Binh Booking, this is the time when thousands of white butterflies appear on many paths in the forest. This scene surprises many tourists because it is completely different from the initial imagination of a national forest.
Not just primeval forests
What makes Cuc Phuong more special than many other places is that this place not only has nature but also has great significance in wildlife conservation.
Inside the national park there are currently rescue centers for:
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rare primates
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turtle
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wild animals are illegally hunted
According to experience from Ninh Binh Booking, this is an area that many international tourists are interested in because it helps make the trip more in-depth instead of simply sightseeing.
Seeing rare animals in a care and conservation environment also makes many people understand more about the special natural value of Cuc Phuong.
A place suitable for slow walking
Unlike many tourist destinations today, Cuc Phuong does not create the feeling of having to "go quickly to check-in".
According to practical experience from Ninh Binh Booking, the most beautiful things here lie in the very simple moments:
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walk under the big tree
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sitting and resting in the middle of the forest
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hear the birds
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feel the cool air of the jungle
The deeper you go inside, the quieter the space becomes and the more people want to slow down.
Many tourists after their trip often remember the feeling of driving among roads covered with trees more than the specific attractions.
Cuc Phuong in the afternoon and early morning
According to experience from Ninh Binh Booking, the two most beautiful times in Cuc Phuong are early morning and late afternoon.
In the morning, the forest feels very fresh when sunlight begins to penetrate the large trees. The air at this time is quite cool and comfortable for walking or exploring deeper inside the forest.
Meanwhile, the late afternoon brings a very different quietness. The light is softer, the sounds of birds begin to become clearer and the entire forest space creates a rare feeling of relaxation.
That is also the reason why many tourists choose to stay overnight instead of just stopping by for a few hours and then returning.
Why do many tourists like to return to Cuc Phuong?
The special thing about Cuc Phuong is that this place does not create the feeling of "must go once to know".
According to practical experience from Ninh Binh Booking, many people after the first trip want to come back in another season to feel the changing beauty of the forest.
Some people like butterfly season, some people like rainy days when the forest becomes greener and deeper, and some people simply like the feeling of sitting in quiet nature without being surrounded by the noise of the city.
That is also what makes Cuc Phuong one of the most experienced natural destinations in the North.
Is Cuc Phuong Forest worth going?
Yes.
Even for those who are not too fond of trekking or exploring nature, Cuc Phuong is still a place worth experiencing thanks to the pristine and peaceful feeling that is difficult to find in today's crowded tourist destinations.
According to evaluation from Ninh Binh Booking, the most beautiful thing in Cuc Phuong does not lie in famous buildings or check-in spots but in the feeling of truly being immersed in nature.
If you have time in Ninh Binh, this is a place worth spending a whole day to slowly explore and feel the very different beauty of Northern Vietnam.
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