Besides the iconic Ha Giang Loop, Ha Giang Province also boasts poetic tourist villages, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature and deeply connect with local culture. Among these, Tha Village is a popular spot beloved by many tourists.

Overview of Tha Village

Just 6 kilometers from Ha Giang City Center, Tha Village in Phuong Do Commune is an inviting eco-tourism destination for nature lovers. This charming village is home to about 150 Tay ethnic households, living in traditional thatched-roof stilt houses.

Here, visitors can admire the picturesque beauty of golden rice fields nestled beside rustic, ancient homes. It’s also an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich cultural beauty of the Tay people.

Natural beauty of Tha Village

Tha Village welcomes visitors with a peaceful charm: traditional stilt houses, topped with thick palm leaf roofs, are gracefully tucked into the verdant mountains and forests of Ha Giang. Every household here has a small pond serving multiple purposes: storing water for irrigation, nurturing fish, and providing for livestock and poultry.

Stilt house of Tha Village. — Stilt house in Tha Village.

Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks around the village, exploring the lush terraced fields and forest paths. Immersing yourself in this natural setting and observing the daily life of the locals promises you a great sense of peace and relaxation.

Location & How to get to Tha Village

From the center of Ha Giang City, visitors can easily find Tha Cultural Tourism Village by motorbike or car. It’s located just a short 5-kilometer drive towards the Thanh Thuy international border gate; the village entrance is clearly marked on National Highway No. 2.

If you’d rather not worry about directions, consider Fola Travel’s Ha Giang Tours. These packages provide comprehensive services, including pick-up/drop-off, all meals, and comfortable accommodation. Our knowledgeable, English-speaking guides ensure you a safe and memorable exploration of the Ha Giang region.

See more: Best Ha Giang tours 2025.

Best time to visit Tha Village

Located right at the foot of the majestic Tay Con Linh range, Tha Village is surrounded by ancient forests to the North and West, not only creating a picturesque scenery but also a consistently cool climate year-round, perfect for tourists to relax and unwind at any time.

Tha Village locals harvesting rice. — Harvest season in Tha Village.

The prime time to visit Tha Village is during autumn, from August to October. This is the rice harvest season, when the village’s terraced fields turn a stunning, sun-kissed golden. Beyond admiring the natural beauty, visitors can observe and even partake in the simple yet engaging daily activities of the villagers.

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Stepping through the gate of Tha Village, visitors are welcomed into an incredibly open space. Rows of bamboo rustle softly in the wind, stretching alongside vast, green rice fields. Though just a few kilometers from the city, being here feels like wandering into a hidden, magical place, away from the city’s noise, dust, busy streets, and clustered high-rises.

Tha Village overview. — Tha Village panorama.

Strolling through the village, breathing in the fresh air and the delicate scent of young rice carried on the breeze, you’ll find all your tiredness simply disappears, leaving behind only a wonderful feeling of lightness and calm.

Visit the ancient stilt house

A highlight at Tha Village is the lovely stilt houses, leaning against the magnificent mountains and forests of Ha Giang. Numbering over a hundred, these homes are built with strong wooden frames, providing generous space cleverly divided into different rooms for various purposes.

A house in Tha Village. — Stilt house in Tha Village.

A signature detail of these houses is their roofing: every single one is topped with layers of palm leaves. This natural material not only ensures a cooler living environment but also contributes to the picturesque, authentic appeal of the village landscape.

Visit traditional crafts

In Tha Village, the Tay ethnic people proudly uphold their traditional craft of brocade weaving. Visitors to the village will frequently encounter Tay women seated at their looms, their hands quickly moving the shuttle to create intricate and sophisticated brocade patterns.

According to the village’s elderly, embroidery and sewing are the top criteria to evaluate the ethics, dexterity, and diligence of Tay girls. So, from a young age, girls work with their mothers in the cotton fields. As they get a bit older, they’re carefully taught how to spin cotton, weave fabric, and embroider. These traditional products are now a key part of the Tay people’s livelihood in the village.

Taste traditional Ha Giang dishes

In a stilt house in Tha village, visitors will be treated to a feast of unique and delicious local specialties. Savor dishes like smoked black pork, tender hill chicken, fragrant bamboo-tube rice, and vibrant five-color sticky rice. These warm dishes, rich with mountain spices, are sure to leave a lasting impression.

Ha Giang City

Ha Giang city is a great place to stop for most Ha Giang Loop travelers. You’ll find plenty of lovely homestays to rest up, and restaurants serving unique, delicious specialties from the Northwest mountains.

Quan Ba

This is the first gateway to the Ha Giang Loop, immediately drawing visitors in with iconic landmarks like the Quan Ba Twin Mountains and Heaven’s Gate. Here, travelers are welcomed by the breathtaking natural scenery of Ha Giang’s towering mountains and lush forests.

So Sau Waterfall

So Sau Waterfall, located in Phuong Do Commune, is a favorite spot for camping, sightseeing, and photography, particularly popular on weekends. Its gently cascading waters create a peaceful and refreshing atmosphere, inviting visitors to relax and unwind amidst its natural beauty.

Noong Lake

Nestled within the Tay Con Linh mountain range in Phu Linh Commune, Vi Xuyen District, Noong Lake is situated approximately 25 kilometers from downtown Ha Giang. Visitors can enjoy leisurely strolls around its shores or unwind on a wooden boat or raft, gently drifting with the current.

Cam Son Mountain

Cam Son Mountain, right in the heart of Ha Giang city, is considered a sacred place by the locals. From the top, you can grab a coffee and simply soak in a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire city.

Khuoi My

Also located on the Tay Con Linh Range, Khuoi My Village is a sought-after spot for tourists to have a relaxing time amidst the breathtaking terraced rice fields and tea forests.