Favorite past time activities in Vietnam

For those who have visited the Southeast Asian nation, Vietnam evokes memories of blue waters, white sandy beaches, emerald green lakes, palm-lined trails, and artifact-rich museums. This beautiful country is deeply rooted in Buddhism, features an unbeatable culinary heritage, and offers lots of unique things to do than other countries. Here’s a list of fun pastime activities that you can do to soak your socialist spirit and have fun while in Vietnam.

  • Make some memories at Halong Bay

An enchanting destination, Halong Bay gives you picturesque scenery and there are lots of fun things to do. The UNESCO world heritage site has been among the most popular tourist destinations in Vietnam for years, thanks to its stunning limestone islands.

If you want to admire the beauty of Halong Bay, take a cruise to take in the stunning views of the surrounding uninhabited islands and the limestone outcrops rising from the water. You can also swim, kayak, explore caves, wander around the larger islands, and visit floating villages.

  • Visit local casinos

Gambling has played a key role in the recreational and social behavior of the Vietnamese people. The national lottery is quite popular in Southern Vietnam and offers beneficial side results. Besides the national lottery, the Vietnamese people are also known for playing Casino trực tuyến digital games on different leading sites.

If you’re attracted to gambling and playing casino games while touring Vietnam, there are luxurious casinos where you can place bets with a foreign passport. Some of the top casino destinations that you can visit while in Vietnam include the Grand Ho Tram resort, Palazzo Club, Macau Gaming Club, Caeser Palace Casino, and Club Royale Casino.

  • Explore the world’s biggest cave in Phong Nha-Ke Bang

A must-visit destination for adventurists, the Pho Nha-ke Bang is another UNESCO world heritage site that features the world’s biggest cave. There’s a network of caves nested in the lush forest on the Phong Nha-Ke Bang national park with scenic mountains, limestone karsts, and underground rivers. The Son Doong is one of the numerous cave networks found in this national park, with a ceiling that’s tall enough for a skyscraper to fit through it.

To maximize your experience, you can hire a tour guide and the equipment to explore the area. The cave has a river and it’s blessed with amazing limestone structures that are worth a picture or two. You can also go mountain biking or hiking while enjoying the wildlife present in the park.

  • Cruise the Mekong Delta

Another amazing thing that adventure-seeking tourists can enjoy is cruising through the Mekong Delta. Cruising down the Mekong River, you can clearly get a glimpse of the way of life for the Vietnamese people as there are stilted villages and rice paddies along the river.

Travelers looking to enjoy the adventure can hitch a ride from a cargo boat and enjoy enchanting views by the riverbanks. The slow-flowing river is an experience that shouldn’t be missed while touring Southern Vietnam.

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