Nho Que river in Ha Giang: boat ride in the Tu San canyon, price and access (2026)
The Nho Que is the green river that runs at the bottom of the Tu San canyon, below the Ma Pi Leng pass, on the Ha Giang loop. The boat ride lasts about 30 minutes and costs 100,000 to 150,000 VND per person (100,000 VND in 2026 Vietnamese press, 120,000 VND with the transfer to the pier in another guide). It is the stop not to miss on the loop, but the piers are hard to reach and the colour depends on the season.
Highlights
The green river
Between cliffs it takes an emerald tint outside the rainy season; in summer the water is muddy and less photogenic.
The Tu San canyon
Limestone cliffs plunge on each side of the river; it is the visual high point of the loop, with the Ma Pi Leng pass above.
The two piers
Ta Lang is closer to Dong Van but the road is rough (about 8 km, 47 hairpin bends); Xin Cai is reached by a track then a 2 km walk down.
Practical info
Tips
- Add the shuttle to the pier (50,000 to 100,000 VND, optional) or a motorbike taxi at about 150,000 VND. Note that the walk back up from Xin Cai is long. Ask about the water level and weather before going down. Bring cash. To organise the loop, read the Ha Giang loop from Hanoi and the Ma Pi Leng pass.
How to get there
On the Ha Giang loop, between Dong Van and Meo Vac, below Ma Pi Leng. Ta Lang from Dong Van (mountain road), or Xin Cai from the pass (track then 2 km on foot). Almost everyone goes with an "easy rider" or a 2-3 day tour.
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