10 Best Places to Go Camping in Vietnam

The best camping places in Vietnam range from serviced lakeside camps near Hanoi to overnight cave expeditions, highland glamping and beachfront tents. For international travelers, choosing a specific campsite is more useful than choosing a broad destination such as “Tri An Lake” or “Tuyen Lam Lake”. Facilities, overnight permission, toilets, equipment, transport and booking arrangements can vary substantially around the same lake or forest.

This guide focuses on identifiable campsites and managed camping experiences that are currently operating. The selection includes easy first-time camping, comfortable glamping and guided wilderness expeditions from northern Vietnam to the southern coast. Before booking, decide how much comfort you need. A serviced campground provides tents and basic facilities, glamping adds hotel-style comfort, while expedition camping requires trekking and operates under weather and safety restrictions.

How to Choose a Camping Place in Vietnam

Weather deserves more attention in Vietnam than the word “camping” sometimes suggests. Mountain nights can become cold, tropical rain can affect lake and forest access, and cave expeditions can be suspended when river levels rise. Travelers should therefore confirm operating conditions shortly before departure instead of relying on an old price list or schedule.

1. Camping Sport Dong Mo, Hanoi

• Location: Dong Mo Lake, Doai Phuong area, Hanoi
• Best for: First-time campers, families and small groups
• Camping style: Serviced lakeside camping and glamping
• Facilities: Tent rental, bedding, BBQ equipment, toilets and hot-water showers

Camping Sport Dong Mo suits international travelers who want to try overnight camping near Hanoi without carrying a tent, mattress and cooking equipment around Vietnam. The campsite reopened in December 2025 and occupies a grassy area bordered by Dong Mo Lake. Current accommodation options range from small tents for couples and families to larger tents and Mongolian-style glamping tents. Staff can set tents up in advance, while bedding such as mats, pillows and blankets can be included or rented. Toilets, shower facilities with hot water, BBQ equipment and food services remove many of the logistical problems of independent camping.

The lakeside location is the main experience. Campers can spend the afternoon outdoors, prepare a BBQ, watch sunset across Dong Mo and stay for sunrise the following morning. Fishing, campfires and group activities are also available, while equipment can be rented individually if you prefer to build your own setup. The site lies roughly 40 km west of central Hanoi, making it practical for a one-night extension rather than a separate multi-day journey. Weekends can attract groups and company events, so couples seeking a quiet stay should ask about expected group bookings before reserving.

Dong Mo combines easy access from Hanoi with lakeside camping, open lawns and sunset views.

2. Phoenix Camp Ground, Ban Ang Pine Forest, Moc Chau

• Location: Ban Ang Pine Forest, Moc Chau, Son La
• Best for: Couples, families and travelers new to mountain camping
• Tent options: Prepared tents for 2, 4 and 8 people
• Setting: Pine forest beside a lake within Phoenix Moc Chau Resort

Phoenix Camp Ground is a practical choice for travelers who want to sleep beneath Moc Chau’s pine trees without attempting unsupported wild camping. The campground forms part of Phoenix Moc Chau Resort in Ban Ang Pine Forest and sits beneath mature pines beside the lake. The operator currently lists tents for two, four and eight guests, making the site easier to organize for both couples and families. The wider property covers nearly 50 hectares and includes a restaurant, accommodation, gardens, bicycles, electric vehicles and other recreational facilities, so campers are not isolated from basic services.

The location is more important than simply sleeping in a tent. Ban Ang gives travelers direct access to a pine-and-lake landscape that feels very different from Moc Chau’s tea hills and orchards. You can cycle around the property, walk beneath the trees and combine the stay with waterfalls, farms and seasonal flower areas elsewhere on the plateau. Nights and early mornings can feel considerably cooler than Hanoi, particularly in winter, so bring a warm layer even when daytime weather seems comfortable. A broader Mai Chau and Moc Chau itinerary makes it easier to combine camping with villages, tea landscapes and the plateau’s other attractions.

Phoenix Camp Ground lies within the wider Ban Ang Pine Forest area, one of Moc Chau’s most recognizable natural settings.

3. Hang En Cave Campsite, Phong Nha-Ke Bang

• Location: Hang En Cave, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
• Best for: Fit travelers seeking a guided wilderness experience
• Format: 2 days and 1 night, guided expedition only
• Operating season: Approximately December to September, weather permitting
• Equipment: Tent, mattress, pillow, sleeping bag, helmet and safety gear are provided

Hang En is the standout choice for travelers who want camping itself to become the main adventure. Instead of pitching a tent beside a road-accessible lake, participants trek through forest, cross the Rao Thuong River and spend the night on a sandy campsite roughly 700 meters inside one of Vietnam’s largest caves. Oxalis is the authorized operator for Hang En adventure tourism and supplies tents, mattresses, pillows, sleeping bags, caving equipment, filtered water, compost toilets, first-aid equipment and satellite communication. The itinerary is rated moderate rather than casual, so travelers need sufficient fitness for uneven ground, river crossings and a long trek.

The campsite sits beside a turquoise natural pool under an enormous cave chamber. On clear days from roughly December to March, sunlight can penetrate through the entrance and illuminate sections of the cave, although this is a weather-dependent phenomenon rather than a guaranteed daily sight. The annual operating window generally runs from December until September because the tour closes during the main flood and ecosystem-recovery period. This is not a place where travelers can arrive independently and pitch a tent. Reserve the expedition in advance and allow time in Phong Nha before departure. Our guide to Vietnam’s national parks explains how Hang En fits into the wider Phong Nha-Ke Bang adventure landscape.

4. Tu Lan Cave System Campsites, Quang Binh

• Location: Tu Lan Cave System, Quang Binh
• Best for: Experienced hikers who want multi-day camping and cave exploration
• Campsites: Tu Lan, To Mo, La Ken, Hung Dung and Hang Tien
• Access: Only as part of controlled guided adventure routes

Tu Lan suits travelers who want several wilderness camps rather than one spectacular overnight stop. Oxalis currently operates five designated campsites across the Tu Lan cave system at Tu Lan, To Mo, La Ken, Hung Dung and Hang Tien. Different expedition routes use different sites, allowing camping trips to run from shorter overnight experiences to demanding multi-day journeys. Camps are positioned beside streams, natural pools, limestone cliffs and forest valleys, and are assembled so that the natural environment is not permanently developed. Safety infrastructure includes professional lightning-protection systems at campsites used during overnight expeditions.

The experience changes noticeably between camps. To Mo sits on a sandy rise surrounded by water and has a natural swimming area, while La Ken is shaded by large trees beside the Rao Nan stream. Hang Tien lies beside a clear pool where travelers can stargaze on suitable nights and wake to the surrounding limestone landscape. Unlike Hang En, most Tu Lan campsites are outside the caves. Some routes require swimming, so ability and fitness requirements depend on the exact expedition selected. Operating dates also vary by route and weather. Travelers should therefore choose the tour first rather than trying to choose a campsite independently. A longer Phong Nha stay can provide an easier cave experience before or after a demanding expedition.

5. Glamprose, Mang Den

• Location: Mang Den, Quang Ngai
• Best for: Couples, photographers and slow-travel visitors
• Camping style: Mountain glamping
• Signature experiences: Cloud views, sunset, stargazing, BBQ and campfires

Glamprose is a better fit than DIY camping for travelers who want Mang Den’s mountain scenery but still prefer a prepared bed, meals and basic facilities. The current Mang Den tourism portal lists the property as an operating glamping retreat on a mountain surrounded by tropical forest and a river. Its elevation and open outlook are the principal attributes: on cold, still mornings, low cloud can settle below the property, while the same exposed position provides broad sunset views. Because the site sits away from the densest settlement and artificial lighting, clear nights can also provide much darker skies than Vietnam’s large cities.

Cloud hunting should be treated as a weather-dependent bonus rather than the reason to book a specific date. Recent guest feedback consistently emphasizes the mountain views, comfortable tents, food and quiet setting, while the current tourism portal also identifies BBQ and campfire experiences. Shared bathroom facilities mean this remains closer to glamping than a conventional hotel, so travelers expecting private en-suite facilities should confirm their exact tent category. Mang Den’s nights can become cool even when daytime temperatures are pleasant. Bring an extra layer, waterproof protection in wetter periods and suitable footwear if you intend to combine the stay with forest walks or waterfalls.

6. REO Campsite & BBQ, Tuyen Lam Lake, Da Lat

• Location: Hoa Hong Road, beside the Tuyen Lam Lake and Tia Stream area, Da Lat
• Best for: Couples and younger travelers wanting lake camping without carrying equipment
• Camping style: Prepared lakeside tents with BBQ
• Activities: Camping, coffee, BBQ and SUP

REO gives travelers a more specific and useful camping base than simply saying “camp at Tuyen Lam Lake”. Tuyen Lam is a large protected tourism landscape with several accommodation and activity operators, so facilities differ considerably around the shoreline. Current listings identify REO on Hoa Hong Road near Tia Stream and describe it as a campsite combining tents, coffee, BBQ and SUP within the pine forest landscape around the upper part of the lake. The setup works for travelers who want the outdoor atmosphere of Da Lat without finding an isolated patch of shoreline and organizing every item of equipment themselves.

The main experience is the transition from late-afternoon lake activity to a cool night among pine trees. Tuyen Lam is already recognized by Da Lat’s tourism portal for camping, boating, hiking and ecotourism, but independent visitors should still use an established operator rather than assume every lakeside space permits overnight tents. Current third-party camping information indicates REO controls numbers and recommends advance reservations, especially on weekends. Public listings do not always agree on operating hours, so reconfirm your overnight package directly before traveling. Tuyen Lam is also easy to combine with Truc Lam Monastery and other attractions covered in our Da Lat travel guide.

Tuyen Lam combines pine forest, cool highland air and lake scenery, but travelers should use an identifiable campsite rather than pitch a tent on an arbitrary shoreline.

7. LAK Tented Camp, Lak Lake

• Location: Lak Lake, Vietnam’s Central Highlands
• Best for: Couples, families and international travelers interested in local culture
• Accommodation: 15 lakeview tented lodges plus bungalows and a dormitory
• Tent facilities: Bedding, air-conditioning, fan, private bathroom and balcony
• Experiences: Kayaking, cycling, M’nong pottery, village visits and gong culture

LAK Tented Camp is one of the strongest choices for travelers who want the landscape of camping with the comfort and planning support of an eco-lodge. The retreat occupies about 4.8 hectares on a secluded hill overlooking Lak Lake. Its 15 lakeview tented lodges have proper beds, air-conditioning and fans, private bathrooms and balconies, so this is firmly glamping rather than basic camping. The property also operates Y LAK Restaurant in a restored traditional long house and can arrange meals and guided activities, which makes the stay particularly straightforward for foreign visitors without their own vehicle or camping equipment.

The deeper value is the connection between the lake and the surrounding M’nong cultural landscape. Packages can include boat transfers, sunrise kayaking, cycling through fields, traditional pottery in Yang Tao village, coffee and cocoa visits and gong performances. That makes LAK different from a glamping site designed mainly around photographs and BBQ. It is better suited to travelers willing to stay long enough to explore the region, rather than someone seeking only one night in a tent. Some package activities depend on the itinerary booked, so confirm what is included rather than assuming every room reservation includes guiding, meals or boat transfers.

8. Napy Garden, Tri An Lake, Dong Nai

• Location: Ma Da, beside Tri An Lake, Dong Nai
• Best for: Families, couples and first-time glampers from Ho Chi Minh City
• Accommodation: 24 m² glamping cabins plus homestay options
• Facilities: Bedding, fans, power, towels, restaurant and multiple shared WC areas
• Activities: Lake swimming, SUP, cycling, forest trekking, boat trips and campfires

Napy Garden is the specific campsite I would use instead of a broad heading such as “Tri An Lake”. The lake has many informal camping areas and several commercial operators, so the experience can range from completely self-supported wild camping to full glamping. Napy sits in Ma Da, roughly 65 km from urban Saigon according to the operator, and offers 24 m² cabin-style tents with mattresses, bedding, power, fans, towels and other basic amenities. Its current information also lists 18 toilets across four areas, an important attribute for families and foreign travelers who may be uncomfortable with undeveloped lakeside camping.

The property uses Tri An Lake and nearby Ma Da forest as part of the stay rather than simply as a backdrop. Guests can swim, join SUP sessions, cycle through Ma Da, take lake boat trips, join trekking activities or spend the evening around a campfire. Some glamping packages include BBQ, breakfast and lunch, reducing the need to carry cooking equipment. Water levels around Tri An change seasonally, and the shoreline can look very different as the reservoir recedes, so recent photos are more useful than expecting one landscape throughout the year. The campsite works naturally as a short nature break after time in Ho Chi Minh City.

9. Zenna Pool Camp, Vung Tau Coast

• Location: Phuoc Tinh, on the Vung Tau coastal area
• Best for: Friend groups and budget-conscious weekend campers
• Camping style: Beachside serviced camping
• Main facilities: Tents, swimming pool, beach access and BBQ areas

Zenna Pool Camp suits travelers who care more about a social beach-camping atmosphere than quiet wilderness. The Vung Tau tourism portal continues to list Zenna as an operating seaside campsite in Phuoc Tinh, with tents, an infinity-style pool, beach access and outdoor activities. Current listings also describe kayaking and group experiences, while overnight camping remains available. Its location makes it much easier to reach from Ho Chi Minh City than many of Vietnam’s remote mountain camps, so it works particularly well for a short weekend rather than a major detour during a north-to-south itinerary.

Expectations matter here. Recent user feedback is considerably more mixed than the promotional material, particularly around tent condition, bathrooms, pool maintenance and noise when large groups or events are using the property. The sea in the Phuoc Tinh area can also be less clear than resort beaches farther along the coast. Before paying for an overnight stay, ask for current photographs of the exact tent category and bathroom facilities, and ask whether a company event or large group is scheduled for the same night. Travelers who prioritize a quiet, polished glamping experience may prefer Napy, LAK Tented Camp or the newer Mui Ne option below.

Zenna combines beachside camping with a swimming pool, but current facility conditions are worth confirming before an overnight booking.

10. Tropical eglamping Mui Ne

• Location: 20 Nguyen Co Thach Street, Mui Ne
• Best for: Couples, small families and travelers wanting comfortable beach camping
• Camping style: Air-conditioned beachfront glamping
• Accommodation: Tipi-style tents for couples, families and small groups
• Setting: Long Son Beach, with direct access to the coast

Tropical eglamping Mui Ne is one of the newest useful additions to a Vietnam camping list, particularly for travelers who want to sleep close to the beach without giving up air-conditioning. The property began operating in 2025 at 20 Nguyen Co Thach Street on the coastal route north of central Mui Ne. Current accommodation listings show air-conditioned luxury tents, outdoor seating and a mixture of private and shared bathroom arrangements depending on tent category. The site is only steps from Long Son Beach, while current operator information describes more than 100 meters of private beachfront.

The experience is closer to a beach retreat than traditional self-sufficient camping. Sunrise, sand, BBQ meals and evenings outdoors provide the camping character, while prepared tents remove the need to transport equipment. Because the operation is still relatively new, independent review volume remains much smaller than at long-established resorts, so confirm the exact tent, bathroom arrangement and meal plan before booking. Mui Ne’s dry, open landscape also adds more to a stay than the campsite alone: the Red Sand Dunes, White Sand Dunes and fishing coast can be combined in the same trip. Our current Mui Ne travel guide explains how these coastal and dune areas fit together.

Mui Ne adds a distinctly coastal setting to Vietnam’s camping options, with beaches, dunes and newer serviced glamping sites.

What to Know Before Camping in Vietnam

• Book managed campsites when possible: Foreign travelers usually benefit from confirmed overnight permission, toilets, drinking water and a clear contact person.
• Do not assume open land permits camping: National parks, reservoirs, forests, beaches and protected landscapes may have access or overnight restrictions.
• Check weather shortly before departure: Heavy rain affects cave expeditions, forest roads, lake levels and beach conditions.
• Confirm what the booking includes: A “camping package” may mean only a tent, while another package may include bedding, meals, showers and activities.
• Carry warm layers in the highlands: Moc Chau, Mang Den and Da Lat can become cool after sunset even when daytime temperatures are comfortable.
• Use qualified operators for cave camping: Hang En and Tu Lan are controlled adventure experiences, not independent campsites.
• Leave natural sites clean: Pack out rubbish, avoid damaging vegetation and use designated fire areas rather than starting an uncontrolled campfire.

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Camping can be added selectively to a longer Vietnam tour rather than turning the entire journey into an outdoor expedition. A route might combine Hanoi with an overnight at Dong Mo, conventional hotels with a cave camp in Phong Nha, or Ho Chi Minh City with glamping at Tri An Lake before continuing to Mui Ne or the Central Highlands.

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