Originally built in 1959 for irrigation purposes, Dai Lai Lake in the northern Vinh Phuc province has developed into a popular holiday destination and green tourism area.
Surrounded by mountains and forests, the lake covers an area of 5.2 square kilometers with Yudao in the center. Visitors can enjoy a range of leisure activities, sample local cuisine, and choose from a variety of accommodation options.
Diners Lai is also one of the most convenient out-of-town locations, less than two hours from Hanoi.
when are we leaving
Lake Dai Lai is an ideal holiday destination all year round. Summer is a great escape from the city heat, with average temperatures 3-4 degrees Celsius lower than in Hanoi. It is recommended to stay in late summer and early autumn, when room rates are usually lower than during the peak summer season.
what to explore
Visitors to Lake Daly can participate in a variety of recreational activities. Golfers can play a round of golf, while others can boat, kayak or camp in the green surroundings. It’s worth noting that certain areas, especially those within the resort, may require the purchase of tickets.
Daly’s Flamingo Day Tour
For those guests who do not stay overnight, Flamingo Dai Lai offers day passes that allow them to use the resort’s facilities. With a one-day pass, visitors can enjoy activities such as swimming, visiting an amusement park, kayaking, mountain biking, and exploring popular photography spots. Adult tickets range from VND190,000 to VND290,000 ($8.09 to $12.35), depending on age.
jade island
Located in the middle of Dalai Lake, Yudao used to be a wild bird island, but now it has been transformed into a resort. It has a variety of architectural attractions and tourism services, including the rebuilt Linh Thong Pagoda, a children’s play area, camping sites and a 900-square-meter outdoor swimming pool. To enter the island resorts, tourists must purchase island tickets and train tickets, which cost VND 100,000 each. An additional VND 100,000 entrance fee is required to enter the water park.
what to eat
buffalo meat
Stir-fried buffalo beef with morning glory is a local delicacy around Dailai.Photo courtesy of Toplist
There are numerous restaurants near the Dai Lay Flamingo, the golf course and along the road to Dai Lai Lake via Provincial Highway 302B (DT302B). These restaurants offer a variety of local dishes, with buffalo meat being their specialty. Recommended buffalo meat dishes include buffalo beef jerky, stir-fried buffalo beef with vegetables, and brewed buffalo beef.
man pork
man Pork is a specialty of the Muong people. What sets these pigs apart from Diners is that they are raised naturally, without the use of packaged food. These pigs are fed natural plants and have leaner and tastier meat than pigs from other regions.Diners Offers a Variety of Tempting Dishes man Pork, such as fig leaf wrapped pork rolls and Indian yellow skin wrapped pork rolls.
Salt Fried Chicken
In Dai Lai, chickens graze in the vast mountainous areas. The meat of these chickens is aromatic and has a firm texture, which is different from chicken varieties bought in the market.
Diners local restaurants have their own unique way of cooking chicken with salt instead of water. This technique enhances the color and flavor of the chicken, resulting in dishes like salty fried chicken and salty lemongrass teriyaki chicken.
Dripping Herb Salad
Dripping Herb Salad features shrimp, meat, herbs and spices. What makes it really special is the use of freshwater cress and chopped buffalo meat. This combination is unique and delicious. Diners can enjoy the cress salad with rice or with a glass of beer.
where to live
Great Lakes offers a variety of accommodation options to suit different budgets. From affordable guesthouses to luxurious five-star resorts, visitors can always find the perfect place to stay.
The largest and most luxurious resort in the region, Flamingo Dai Lai offers a wide variety of accommodation options. Room rates vary by type (hotel or villa) and range from approximately VND 2 million to VND 10 million (US$85.15 to US$425.73) per night. Guests can indulge in the resort’s many facilities, including a four-season swimming pool, tennis courts, sports club, massage service, gaming area, movie theater, karaoke and a variety of dining options.
Jade Island Resort
Ngoc Island Resort offers a variety of accommodation options in the heart of Dai Lai Lake. Guests can choose from homestay, campsite or day accommodation by the hour. Homestay prices typically range from VND1.2 million to VND2 million ($51.09-$85.15) per night, while tent rentals cost VND350,000 ($14.90).
There are also several motels and smaller hotels near Big Lay Lake. These places offer a variety of prices, ranging from VND 200,000 to VND 700,000 ($8.51-$29.80).
how to get there
Dai Lai Lake is 40 kilometers away from Hanoi. It is recommended to travel by car, motorcycle or bicycle. From Hanoi, cross Nhat Tan Bridge or Thang Long Bridge and follow National Highway 2A to reach the lake. For those who prefer public transportation, there are buses available. From Hanoi, take bus No. 58 to Nguyen Trai Street, Phuc An, then transfer to bus No. 08VP to Dai Lai.
General tips:
– Please obey the stated speed limit when driving in the Lake Dyna area.
– Help keep the public areas around the lake clean and preserve its natural beauty.
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