Khau Pha Pass is well known for its scenery, geography and history. It’s one of the four most beautiful pass in the north of Vietnam. Becoming the unforgettable destination of Yen Bai travel, especially with Who likes to explore the majestic beauty.
How Khau Pha pass is unique?
Khau Pha pass is located on Highway 32 with the length of over 30 km, in the area between Van Chan, Mu Cang Chai, Yen Bai province, and passing through many famous places. Such as La Pan Tan, Tu Le, Che cu nha, Nam Co…
Located on elevation of 1,200 meters above sea level, the temperature is quite low, so the pass often has cloud cover. The road is rugged, winding winding, squeezing through the rolling mountains or pristine jungle, and especially the picturesque terraced fields of the Thai, H’Mong.
The Thai name Khau Pha pass with the meaning of the horn, as the mountain passes as the clouds rise over the sea. The H’Mong people see this stunning pass as a sacred place that can soothe the heart of heaven. So when the story is not good, crop failure, they dragged together here to pray good things to the village.
The history of this stunning pass also linked with the events of 1945, the formation of the Cao Pha guerrilla group of the Mong people. Taking advantage of the steep slope, old forest and cloud, the team intercepted, broke many enemy operations from Nghia Lo to Lai Chau, Lao Cai.
Nowadays. Khau Pha pass very famous for tourist tour to Mu Cang Chai and also photography hunter. It’s also one of the most beautiful place for parachute.
How to get to there?
From Hanoi:
- Travel with Car/Taxi 7 hours ~ 314km
- By train (Hanoi – Yen Bai ~ 247 Km) then from Yen Bai you can go here by taxi or motorbike
From Sapa:
- It’s better to use private car(~ 4 hours for 155km) – Local bus available but not comfortable bus service
Quick tips:
- If do biking and visit family in this area. Visitor should book private tours in advance
- Best time to visit (from April, May, June, Sept, Oct)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Khau Pha Pass
Are there any tours from Hanoi to Khau Pha Pass?
Yes. There are many tours start from Hanoi to Mu Cang Chai that you can visit this Pass:
Mu Cang Chai 3 Day trips
Cu Vai Village & Mu Cang Chai Package 4 Days
Is Khau Pha Pass is the best place in Mu Cang Chai for photography trip?
Yes It’s. Khau Pha Pass is one of the most beautiful spot for taking picture
Mu Cang Chai Photography Tour
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Which place is must see in Khau Pha Pass?
These places must see in Khau Pha Pass:
Tu Le
Lim Mong village
Che Cu Nha village
For more detail please visit our top 10 things to do in Mu Cang Chai
