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Sitting on a height of 2,000M above sea level and 30KM away from the center of Moc Chau Town, Pha Luong Peak is considered the roof of Moc Châu. It’s also situated on the border of Vietnam and Laos.

The hike from the foot of the mountain to the peak is only 4 to 5 hours, filled with a plethora of scenic landscapes and mystical beauty. The hiking trail has steep paths bordered with towering trees, so you should put on comfortable shoes, clothes, and bring a stick for a steadier hike.

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As you ascend, you will slowly see the winding mountain ranges, pristine forests, and a myriad of rural villages in both Vietnam and Laos nestled in the valleys.

The peak seems to rise out of the clouds, and the vertical cliffs that surround it only add to its grandiose appearance.

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Make sure you bring your ID or passport with you, as you’ll need to present identification at the border post at the mountain’s foot before you can ascend.

Accommodation is available in Moc Chau town, about 30KM and 1 hour’s drive away at Muong Thanh Luxury Moc Chau Hotel or Moc Chau Arena Village.

There’s no restaurant or coffee house near the mountain, so you’ll need to bring your own food and beverage to recharge on the spot. Otherwise, you can get your post-hike meal delivered to the border post at the foot of the mountain by ordering from Mr Xuan at 0983 891 155 in advance. He’s a local resident who cooks and drops off home-cooked meals at Pha Luong mountain for hikers.

Those hoping to chow down local specialties such as smoked buffalo meat (thịt trâu gác bếp), deep-fried calf (bê chao), or forest bamboo shoots (măng rừng) should go to the restaurants inside Moc Chau Town.

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