What to do in Mai Chau

Take cycling tour or electric car tour

Trekking in remote areas in the middle of rice fields

Learn about handicraft as sewing with traditional tools

Farming (planting rice, harvesting, plowing) depending on season

Kayak on Black river, swim in Go Lao waterfall

Exploring remote villages like Ban Buoc, Mai Ich

Visit the 1000-step cave or Mo Luong cave

Visit the daily Mai Chau market

As you can see, the valley of Mai Chau abounds of things to do and will satisfy every kind of travelers.

Moreover, if you decide to take a multi-days Pu Luong – Mai Chau tour, you will have a large selection of accommodations. From the traditional homestay in stilt house to luxury bungalows in an ecolodge passing by middle range ones bordering the rice fields, options are many

When to come to Mai Chau

As it is in a valley and not in altitude, all year long is good to visit the area. Some days can be pretty cold in winter and pretty hot in summer. So, let’s organize this category depending on the rice season.

There are two harvests in Mai Chau, that is the benefit of the flat lands compared to the high mountains of the North (only Pu Luong has mountains with two harvests a year).

Actually, the rice fields will be green from April to mid-June and from August to October. Wonderful time to visit the area to see the different shades of green coming from either the rice fields, the jungle and the forest.

The yellow rice fields (named as the golden season) appear before the harvesting time at the end of June and October. Also, the time to harvest manually creating a fantastic painting with all the farmers collaborating to collect the rice in time.

Before the green rice fields, it is time to plant the rice in the mirror field (when they are filled with water) in February and July. If you visit at that time, experiencing to plant the rice with the farmers will be an unforgettable memory.

Where to stay in Mai Chau

Our recommendations:

Little Mai Chau

In the heart of the valley, basic dormitory and private room but excellent customer service by friendly hosts.

Lim’s House

Located in a small alley in the village, the owner Hanh and her mother ensure a warm and friendly welcome. They are Thai and can share many information. The private rooms are cozy and well decorated.

Mai Chau Valley View

On the main street, the hotel offers well equipped rooms with balcony overviewing the valley and the rice fields.

Mai Chau Sunrise Village

Inside the valley, easy to recognize the yellow bungalows. Full equipped rooms and perfect location for this 3* hotel.

Mai Chau Hideaway

If you are looking for a more intimate and quieter place, this hotel is for you. Overviewing the lake, the comfortable rooms offer all amenities you need. Plenty of local activities from cycling to kayaking.

Mai Chau Ecolodge

The most luxury option if you want to stay in the valley. Swimming pool, private bungalows decorated with local and natural element. A perfect place to chill after a day out visiting.

Avana Retreat

30mn away from Mai Chau, this 5 star hotel is one of the most impressive of Vietnam. If you have the chance to stay there, it could be one of the highlights of your trip in Vietnam. Private bungalow in H’Mong style, waterfall, organic food, the wellness at its best