The best waterfall hikes and walks in the Ailao Mountains
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Last updated: October 26, 2025
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1. Bamboo Forest Trail – Terraced Rice Fields of Sapa loop from Mường Hoa
8.65km
02:39
300m
300m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.4
(38)
237
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2. Bamboo Forest Trail – Terraced Rice Fields of Sapa loop from Tả Van
8.06km
02:24
240m
240m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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(35)
253
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3. Cat Cat Waterfall – Cat Cat Waterfall loop from Sa Pa
8.05km
02:32
320m
320m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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122
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4. Terraced Rice Fields of Sapa – Bamboo Forest Trail loop from Tả Van
13.9km
04:27
590m
590m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.0
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115
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5. Cat Cat Waterfall – Traditional Wooden Rest Huts loop from Mường Hoa
12.5km
03:50
440m
440m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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