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WhiteThe sky over the Central Highlands during the coffee blossom season.
Many people are captivated by the rich flavor of coffee or the plump, ripe red coffee cherries, but few know that the pristine white coffee blossoms that bloom across the hillsides of the red basalt soil are unexpectedly beautiful and alluring. Instead of individual blossoms or clusters, coffee flowers typically bloom along the branches, extending to the tips of the twigs. And so, these white blossoms continue to spread and cover the hillsides. Beneath the green foliage, the coffee blossoms become even more pure and enchanting.
One spring morning, standing on a hilltop and gazing at the coffee plantations bursting with white blossoms and their intoxicating fragrance, you realize how fortunate you are to have not missed this moment. During this season, farmers become busier than ever, preparing for a new harvest. Amidst the vast coffee forests, visitors can easily spot the affectionate glances and genuine smiles of the young men and women of the ethnic minority groups working in the fields. The delicate coffee blossoms carry the hope of a bountiful harvest for the honest and hospitable people of the Central Highlands.
There is a very different Central Highlands.
SummerThe blooming coffee trees of the Central Highlands make the architecture and scenic spots here even more gentle and elegant than ever before. Beneath the pristine white blossoms, Buon Ko Tam becomes even more charming with its longhouses and the water's edge of the Ede people. Especially, visitors can learn about the production and processing of coffee and enjoy the unique and delicious flavor of coffee beans sourced from the Ko Tam springs.
Embark on a journey to Buon Don to witness firsthand the Serepok River flowing upstream into Cambodia. Visit a 120-year-old ancient house and learn about the life of the elephant-hunting king Ama Kong. Don't forget to also visit the nearly 100-year-old Kontum Wooden Church, a harmonious blend of Romanesque architecture and the stilt houses of the Bana people. Here, visitors not only have the opportunity to admire the magnificent architecture but also to enjoy hot, fragrant bread made by the orphaned children cared for there…
Located at an altitude of 1,100m above sea level, the Mang Den plateau offers a magnificent natural landscape, featuring the famous Kon Plong primeval forest with the largest forest cover in Vietnam (up to 75%), red pine forests, and dozens of picturesque lakes and waterfalls. The road to Mang Den is enchanting, lined with blooming rhododendron and sim flowers that paint the roadside purple. Mang Den's exquisite local specialties, such as stream fish and wild vegetables, are a must-try for any visitor.
There are many more journeys ahead, but rest assured that the endless expanse of coffee plantations will continue to evoke memories and entice you to return to this peaceful and hospitable Central Highlands region.
- Buon Ma Thuot – Buon Don – Pleiku – Kontum – Mang Den, 5 days, departure on ThursdayWeekly package price: 4,405,000 VND.
- D'rap Sap – Buon Ko Tam Tourist Area – Buon Don, 3 days, departing every Thursday, priceThe complete package costs 2,792,000 VND.
- Buon Ma Thuot – Pleiku – Kontum, 4 days, departing every Thursday, all-inclusive price.3,657,000 VND.
Details:BENTHANH TOURIST SERVICE CENTER – 79 Nguyen Trai Street, District 1 - Tel: 08.39 254 254
VPDL 70 Ly Tu Trong Street, District 1 - Tel: 08. 38 238 962
Website: www.benthanhtourist.com
