I Traveled 7,864KM to see VIETNAM’s Best-Kept Secret! 🇻🇳 Was It Worth It?

Ban Gioc Waterfall - I Traveled 7,864KM to see VIETNAM’s Best-Kept Secret! 🇻🇳 Was It Worth It?

I’ve flown over mountains, crossed borders, and racked up a whopping 7,864 kilometers on the travel odometer—all for one hidden gem on the very edge of Vietnam that almost no one talks about. It’s one of those places that barely makes it to the travel brochures but leaves you questioning why it’s not world-famous. Locals call it Ban Gioc Waterfall. And when I finally saw it—no exaggeration—my jaw literally dropped. Get my free travel tips and hacks guide here https://paradiseadventures.live/southeast-asia-travel-tips-and-hacks-free-guide/ Ban Gioc Waterfall 🇻🇳 – Vietnam’s Best-Kept Secret?! Why Ban Gioc Waterfall? Look, I’m not the kind of guy who just hops on a plane for a beach or a trendy café. I thrive on finding the real hidden wonders. So when I heard about Ban Gioc, a thundering waterfall on the Vietnam-China border, my curiosity went into overdrive. The more I dug into it, the more I knew I had to see it for myself. Getting There: To reach Ban Gioc Waterfall, you first have to make it to Cao Bang, a city in northern Vietnam that feels like a gateway to another world. The ride from Cao Bang to Ban Gioc itself is almost two hours—through winding mountain roads, past lush green valleys, and over hills dotted with small, quiet villages. Honestly, the journey itself is half the magic. The roads might make your butt numb, but your eyes are too busy soaking in the breathtaking scenery to care. Towering karst mountains rise from the mist, and every turn teases you with yet another postcard-perfect view. Why Don’t More Tourists Come Here? That’s the thing—most tourists don’t venture this far north. Maybe it’s the distance, maybe it’s the lack of public transport, or maybe people just don’t know what they’re missing out on. A Hidden Wonder on the Edge of Vietnam I’ll admit, I had my doubts. After all, it’s not every day you hear about Vietnam’s best waterfall being tucked away on the border with China. Plus, there’s the small issue of the river itself being the actual border. That means you’ve got to be a bit careful where you wander—stray too far, and you might just find yourself in China without a passport. Bucket List Check: Fly a Drone Over Ban Gioc Waterfall Okay, here’s the kicker. One of the main reasons I wanted to come here was to fly my drone. I mean, who wouldn’t want to get aerial footage of one of the most stunning waterfalls in Asia? But there’s a catch: flying your drone near any country’s border is risky business. The chance of your drone being shot down is… not zero. And let’s be honest, this isn’t just any border. It’s the Vietnam-China border—one of the most politically sensitive places you could choose to test your drone-piloting skills. But hey, go big or go home, right? I had to try. It takes a lot of coffee to make a travel vlog: You can buy me a coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ParadiseAdvntr Book your Ban Gioc Waterfall accommodation through trusted providers here: Booking .com = https://booking.tp.st/ZjeV6SG5 Agoda = https://agoda.tp.st/LKGhCniM Hostelworld = https://hostelworld.tp.st/yznTwSKe Get SafetyWing Digital Nomad Travel Insurance = https://paradiseadventures.live/safetywingsyt Book your Ban Gioc Waterfall Adventures and Tours here: Get Your Guide = https://paradiseadventures.live/gygyt Klook = https://paradiseadventures.live/klookyt (Use code PARADISEADVENTURESKLOOK to get up to 10% off) Wise Low Fee Travel Account and Credit Card = https://paradiseadventures.live/wiseyt Paradise Adventures haun here - your adventure-seeking, camera-wielding, drone-flying guide at Paradise Adventures! Back in 2022, I took a leap of faith, trading routine for the open road, armed with nothing but a camera, a drone, and a hunger for discovery. Since then, I’ve been chasing hidden gems, stunning landscapes, and epic experiences across Southeast Asia. To me, this region is a goldmine of adventure—bursting with rich culture, incredible people, mouthwatering food, and stories waiting to be told. And that’s exactly what I’m here to share with you. So, grab your sense of adventure, hit that subscribe button, and let’s dive headfirst into the magic of Southeast Asia—one epic journey at a time! 🚀 For more check out https://paradiseadventures.live/ Follow us however you want to: https://www.instagram.com/paradiseadventures.live https://www.tiktok.com/@paradiseadventures.live https://www.facebook.com/ParadiseAdventures.live https://twitter.com/ParadiseAdventr #bangioc #vietnam #travel #southeastasia #waterfall