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After nearly three years of temporary closure to address the severe consequences of natural disasters, Son Tra Peninsula – the "green lung" of Da Nang – officially reopened its tourist routes on September 16, 2025. This event not only marks a significant effort by the local government in restoring tourism infrastructure but also opens up opportunities for visitors to rediscover the pristine beauty of the primeval forest and admire the rare brown-footed langur.
The Son Tra Peninsula, covering over 4,400 hectares and rising nearly 700 meters, is considered a green gem of Da Nang, where the forest ecosystem intertwines with the sea, creating a unique beauty. However, at the end of 2022, Typhoon Son Ca caused unprecedentedly severe landslides, cutting off many main roads leading into the forest. The landslides forced authorities to temporarily close many roads to ensure the safety of tourists.
Da Nang reopens tourist routes on Son Tra Peninsula.
Over the past nearly three years, the authorities and relevant units have devoted their efforts to repairing and reinforcing the embankments and restoring roads. All efforts are aimed at reopening the area to serve the needs of tourists for sightseeing and exploration.
From September 16, 2025, the Management Board of Son Tra Peninsula and Da Nang's tourist beaches announced the reopening of three main routes: Tien Sa - Suoi Om - Dinh Ban Co, Dinh Ban Co - Bai Bac, and Bai Bac Junction - Heritage Banyan Tree. These are important routes connecting attractive destinations on the peninsula, making it easier for tourists to access and experience the beauty of the area's wild nature.
To ensure visitor safety and protect the forest ecosystem, the Management Board has issued strict regulations regarding visiting hours and procedures. Specifically, during the rainy season (from October to February of the following year), visiting hours are from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. During the dry season (from March to the end of September), the hours are extended to 6:30 PM. Authorities have the right to temporarily suspend operations if there are warnings of bad weather or other emergencies.
The captivating beauty of the "green lung" of Vietnam, with its many attractions drawing visitors from all over.
Furthermore, regulations regarding vehicles and modes of transportation are strictly controlled. The Tien Sa - Suoi Om - Dinh Ban Co route, from the Tien Sa guard station to the Yet Kieu intersection, only allows sports bicycles, motorbikes (excluding scooters), and pedestrians. This not only minimizes risks but also allows visitors to enjoy the fresh air and be closer to nature.
The Management Board also emphasized that tourists need to comply with general regulations such as only traveling on designated routes and at the correct times, and not entering restricted areas or defense zones. Littering, deforestation, and lighting fires are also strictly prohibited. Activities such as flying drones, filming, and taking photos require the permission of the authorities to avoid affecting the lives of wild animals.
Not only is Son Tra notable for its rich flora and fauna, including many rare species such as the brown-footed langur and the red-faced chicken, but it is also attractive for its unique spiritual destinations.
One of the biggest problems on the Son Tra Peninsula in recent years has been the situation of tourists, especially young people, independently exploring treacherous areas such as Huc Lo, Mui Nghe, or Bai Da Den. These are areas with complex terrain, where many incidents of tourists getting lost and needing rescue have occurred, and some have even had accidents. Therefore, to ensure absolute safety, the Management Board has strictly prohibited spontaneous tourism activities in these areas.
Along the mountain slopes, visitors can easily find refreshing streams like Da Stream, or immerse themselves in the clear blue waters at But Beach, Rang Beach, Bac Beach, Om Beach, and more.
Strict control over spontaneous tourism activities is not only aimed at protecting the safety of tourists but is also an important part of conserving the forest ecosystem. Son Tra Peninsula is home to many rare species of flora and fauna, most notably the brown-footed langur – an endemic primate species, known as the "queen of primates." Restricting access to sensitive areas will help protect the natural habitat of this animal and prevent negative impacts from human activity.
With the reopening of these roads, Da Nang hopes to attract tourists to explore the pristine beauty of Son Tra Peninsula, while also raising awareness among people about environmental protection and adherence to safety regulations. This event is not only good news for Da Nang's tourism industry but also a testament to the city's commitment to developing sustainable tourism that harmonizes people and nature.
