Hai Van Pass Vietnam is one of the most beautiful and impressive coastal passes in the world. Hai Van pass route protrudes, bends, stands out among the immense green mountains. Sometimes it curls up and down along the ridge, creating fancy zigzag lines. Hai Van with high mountains on one side and big sea in the distance. All create a magnificent picture of nature, captivating the heart. It is a wonderful masterpiece of creativity and the confidentiality of human hands.

Honored by the British Guardian newspaper voted "Top 10 most beautiful coastal roads in the world", the Hai Van pass in Vietnam always fascinates those who love to explore the harsh roads. Conquering Hai Van pass day trip is definitely your unforgettable experience.

1. Hai Van Pass Location

Hai Van pass route map is 20km from Da Nang city and 80km from Hue city. The pass lies on a mountain branch that pales into the sea of ​​the Bach Ma mountain range, connecting Thua Thien Hue province and Da Nang city. The mountain pass is 500m above sea level and long about 20km.

2. Why is called Hai Van Pass

The name "Hai Van" is named because it has beautiful scenery, surrounded by white clouds all year round at the top of the pass, and at the foot of the pass is a vast sea scene stretching to the horizon. In addition, it is also called Cloud Pass (the word "Van" means "Cloud") or Ai Van Pass because there is a gate at the top of the pass.

3. Hai Van Pass history

According to historical records, Hai Van Pass Da Nang was the boundary between Dai Viet and Chiem Thanh. Later, the Ho dynasty defeated Chiem Thanh and because of this reason, the emperor of Champa cut the land exchange for peace. Since then, the Hai Van pass belongs to Dai Ngu - today's Vietnam.

4. What’s to do in Hai Van Pass

4.1. Conquering The Hai Van Pass - the most adventurous and beautiful road in Vietnam

Hai Van gives people conquer it the level of emotions hard to describe. You will be very proud and curious when starting the journey at the down of the pass. Next is suspense and anxiety with the fancy zigzag roads. Hai Van is known as the most dangerous mountain pass in Vietnam. The main thing that brings visitors interesting and challenging feelings.

4.2. Exploring Hai Van Quan

Hai Van Quan, also known as Hai Van gate, is located on the top of Hai Van pass. If you have conquered the spectacular roads of Hai Van Pass, do not forget to visit Hai Van Quan.

This gate was built during the Tran Dynasty, restored in 1926 under the reign of Minh Mang (Nguyen Dynasty). The front door was built with a very thick wall. The door towards Thua Thien Palace with the title "Hai Van Quan", the door looks to Quang Nam with the "Thien Ha De Nhat Hung Quan'', it means '' the most beautiful landscape in the world''. This title is said to have been conferred by Emperor Le Thanh Tong when the king stopped here in Canh Thin (1470).

Coming to Hai Van Quan, you will be "touching" on an architectural work imprinting history. It has witnessed many journeys of feudal emperors. Not only that, but it was also a strategic military position Hai Van Pass during the Vietnam War.

5. What’s to see at Hai Van Pass Hue

You will be overwhelmed by the wonderful natural scenery. From the pass, the panoramic view of the whole sky can be seen, Bach Ma series concurrently hidden behind the mist, the North-South train line circling below, the blue sea touches the horizon. Standing to the north of the pass, you can see the green fishing village and Lang Co Bay with white sand beaches stretching, picturesque. Standing south of the pass is the whole city of Da Nang, Tien Sa port, Cham island, and Son Tra peninsula seen from above.

Visitors can visit Hai Van Pass Lang Co Beach, an internationally recognized bay that is one of the most beautiful places in the world in Vietnam, a peaceful, poetic setting surrounded by mountains. Stretching to the sea, the smooth, pristine white sand beaches all create a vivid picture that only poems depict the beauty of this place. Going to the sand, you can take a dip in the cool water, delight in frolicking, posing for photos. The seawater here is very shallow so you are free to play.

6. Hai Van Pass tips 

6.1. When should to visit to Hai Van Pass

The best time to visit the pass is from April to October, in the dry season. Be present at the top of the pass at sunrise or sunset can own beautiful photos and enjoy the best atmosphere of the day.

6.2. Check-in locations excellent like movies

•  Station of Hai Van Bac - Don Ca arch bridge

Few people know that right at the foot of the majestic Hai Van mountain pass, there is a "heaven gate" to a super-beautiful picture, which is the Don Ca arch bridge, located in the border area between Da Nang and Hue.

Don Ca arch bridge is built in the style of arch bridge architecture, spanning a small stream. Special structure and position make the bridge look like a sky gate. Seen from above, the train path and the arch bridge is like a soft silk strip across the mountain, beautiful not inferior to any movie scene, especially when lucky to see the train scene rushing through the bridge.

• "Lonely pine" in the middle of Hai Van pass from Da Nang

The "lonely pine" is located in the section before going to Hai Van Quan, Da Nang direction to Hue, when driving just pay a little attention to see. From the side of the pass overlooking the sea, there are many beautiful cliffs, you can also comfortably selfie here. However, when taking photos, you should be careful because the pine tree is located close to the dangerous mountain pass, which is prone to accidents.

• Hon Rua stone cafe overlooking the sea

The cafe is located near the "lonely pine", before coming to Hai Van Quan. You can comfortably breathe fresh air, sip a cup of coffee early in the morning, watch the sunrise on the sea in front of you.

•  U-shaped curved line

Although it is considered the most dangerous road in Vietnam with "hai van pass deaths" bends, the scenery with one side is a mountain, one side is a vast sea and the view of fully capturing the sky is Hai Van Pass worth it to set foot on once.

6.3. Hai Van pass dangerous

The Hai Van pass weather is quite complex. It will be quite dangerous due to the rain, the street will be wet, glossy, and foggy. It will be tough to observe landscapes.

It's not advisable to start early like 5 a.m or 6 a.m because, at that time, the pass is normally covered with fog. Should not go to Hai Van Pass in the rain.

Hai Van pass Hue to Da Nang is one of the very dangerous roads with curves. Especially, Hai Van Pass on the one hand is the coast-hugging the pass so you need to drive carefully. To ensure the safety of road users over the ongoing public holiday, Hai Van pass traffic police in Lien Chieu District are increasing their patrols on the pass.

7. How to get to Hai Van Pass

There are different ways to over there such as Hai Van Pass top gear, hai van pass train, or hai van pass cycling. Traveling by hai van pass motorbike tour is the most wonderful experience since this is a means to help them understand the feeling of conquering the Ocean Clouds Pass. So, what are you waiting for? Let book Hai Van pass Viet Nam tour at the Central Tours, or Private Transfers through Culture Pham Travel to get Hai Van pass safety.