Vietnam was named Asia’s Leading Nature Destination 2024 for the third time at the 31st World Travel Awards Asia & Oceania Gala Ceremony 2024. This award is a power boost to Vietnam - an ecotourism destination that protects biodiversity and promotes conservation.

Located on the East Sea coast, Vietnam has an area of over 331,000 km2, possesses diverse terrain and rich natural resources. From the majestic mountains and steep rice terraces in the northwest to the giant caves and pristine beaches in the Central and the bountiful rivers and orchards in the South, Vietnam boasts incredible sceneries for travellers to appreciate.

Langurs on Son Tra Peninsula, Da Nang City

Vietnam is well famous for its 3,260km of coastline, the highlight of which is the charming white sand beaches with golden sunshine and clear emerald green water of My Khe (Da Nang), Cu Lao Cham (Hoi An), Nha Trang, Phu Quoc… all being ideal destinations to enjoy a peaceful, relaxing vacation, immerse yourself in the ocean, and experience exciting beach sports.

Purple dawn in Phu Quoc

Vietnam also possesses towering mountain ranges, majestic plateaus or giant, mysterious caves. For those who love adventure, it is suggested to pay a visit to the Fansipan peak (Lao Cai) - known as the roof of Indochina, Pu Ta Leng peak (Lai Chau), Ta Xua peak (Son La, Yen Bai), or Son Doong Cave (Quang Binh) - the largest natural cave in the world, Dau Go Cave (Quang Ninh), Mua Cave (Ninh Binh)... Hiding in the middle of the primitive forests are beautiful waterfalls, the harmonious sounds of water flowing, rustling wind, and the chirping of birds. Ban Gioc Waterfall (Cao Bang), Dai Yem Waterfall (Moc Chau), Hang En Waterfall (Gia Lai), Yang Bay Waterfall (Khanh Hoa), Pongour Waterfall (Lam Dong), Dray Nur Waterfall (Dak Lak)… are must-visit places.

Ta Xua - Paradise on earth (Son La Province)

Tra Su Cajiput Forest

Hang En Waterfall, Gia Lai

En Cave, Quang Binh

Nature lovers would love Vietnam’s ecosystem since it embraces countless nature reserves and national forests stretching from North to South, this is home to many endemic and rare species such as: lily, betel, Ngoc Linh ginseng, red pine, langur, saola, crested pheasant, white-necked crane, Monticola solitarius, big-headed frog (Oreobates quixensis), gecko, Otolithoides biauritus…

Vietnam inherited natural beauty, favourable climate conditions, diverse terrain and rich natural resources, sparking imagination, power and joy. A harmonious combination of nature, ecology and culture creates unique travel experiences that turn Vietnam the top nature destination on the tourism map of Asia and the world.