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Bu Gia Map National Park adventures

Bu Gia Map National Park Adventures

Bu Gia Map National Park is a vital tropical forest area in southern Vietnam known for its rich biodiversity, extensive hiking trails, and unique wildlife viewing opportunities.

37,000
Acres Protected
Over 30
Miles of Trails
Approximately 5,000
Annual Visitors
2002
Year Established

About Bu Gia Map National Park

Bu Gia Map National Park
 

Located in Binh Phuoc Province in southern Vietnam, Bu Gia Map National Park spans a tropical lowland forest with a complex network of hills, valleys, and streams. Established in 2002, it covers a landscape that serves as an important refuge for numerous endangered and endemic species, including elephants, gibbons, gaur (Indian bison), and rare orchids. The park's ecology features a diverse range of flora including broadleaf evergreen forests, mixed deciduous forests, and areas of bamboo and hardwood species. Historically, the park area was used as a military base during the Vietnam War, and today it is an important site for conservation and ecotourism. Visitors to Bu Gia Map can engage in activities such as trekking through dense forests, bird watching, and camping beside waterfalls and natural pools. Key landmarks include the scenic waterfalls and river pools that provide refreshing stops for hikers. The park’s biodiversity and relatively undisturbed habitat make it an excellent destination for wildlife photography and nature study. Due to its tropical climate, the park is lush and green year-round, but the dry season from November to April offers the best conditions for exploration. Infrastructure and visitor services are basic, encouraging a camping and backcountry experience for those seeking adventure and solitude in Vietnam’s natural environment.

Highlights

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Elephant herds roaming the forest interior

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Scenic waterfalls and natural freshwater pools

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Diverse tropical flora including rare orchids

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Remote trekking routes through primary forest

Notable Natural Features

Elephant Habitat Zone

A core area of the park where wild Asian elephants frequently roam and can occasionally be observed.

Bu Gia Map Waterfalls

Several picturesque waterfalls offering cool swimming spots and photographic opportunities deep inside the forest.

Tropical Evergreen Forest

Rich primary forest with diverse tree species supporting an abundance of wildlife.