After almost three years of suspension due to landslides, all sightseeing and excursion routes on the Son Tra Peninsula in Da Nang will officially reopen starting September 16, along with new regulations to ensure visitor safety and preserve the natural landscape.

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Son Tra Peninsula is considered the “green lung” of Da Nang City.

On September 15, the Management Board of Son Tra Peninsula and Da Nang Tourist Beaches announced the reopening of the peninsula’s tourist routes, which had been closed since October 2022 to repair landslide damage caused by heavy rains.

The reopened routes include: Tien Sa – Suoi Om – Ban Co Peak; Ban Co Peak – Bai Bac; and the Bai Bac junction – Heritage Banyan Tree. Visiting hours are set from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (March through September), and 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (October through February). Access will be suspended during periods of adverse weather warnings.

Regarding transportation, the Tien Sa – Suoi Om – Ban Co Peak route is open to sports bicycles, mountain bikes, motorbikes (excluding scooters), and pedestrians.

The Ban Co Peak – Bai Bac route is designated one-way downhill only, and closed to scooters and vehicles with more than 24 seats. The Bai Bac – Heritage Banyan Tree trail is restricted to pedestrians.

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Son Tra Peninsula is home to over 1,000 plant species and 531 animal species, including many listed in Vietnam’s Red Book. It is also a natural habitat for rare primates such as the red-shanked douc, golden monkey, and stump-tailed macaque.

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Son Tra Peninsula remains a top choice for tourists visiting Da Nang.

Individual visitors will be issued a green pass, which must be returned the same day. Tour groups and travel operators must notify the management board in advance with details of schedules, routes, and guest numbers.

The board has emphasized that all unauthorized trekking to areas such as Huc Lo, Mui Nghe, and Bai Da Den is strictly prohibited to ensure both safety and environmental protection.

Visitors must adhere strictly to the designated schedule and routes, avoid restricted and military areas, refrain from littering or damaging vegetation, and are only allowed to use drones or record images in approved zones with official permission.

The management board stated that reopening these tour routes will not only allow visitors to continue exploring Son Tra’s natural beauty but also support the development of sustainable eco-tourism in Da Nang.

Located in Son Tra Ward, the Son Tra Peninsula is considered the “green lung” and a “precious gem” of Da Nang City. Covering more than 4,400 hectares, the area features rich biodiversity and serves as an ideal destination for travelers. The best time to visit is from March to September when the weather is mild, the air fresh, and the roads easily accessible.

Ho Giap