Ba Ho Waterfall Motorcycle Tour from Nha Trang: Countryside & Culture

Summary

Nha Trang Countryside Motorcycle Adventure: Waterfalls & Local Life

If you want to see real countryside life near Nha Trang and cool off at Ba Ho Waterfall, this tour’s for you. Ride through villages, meet local families, and swim in jungle pools—all with a friendly guide who knows every shortcut.

What’s the experience like?

We kicked off the morning with a quick coffee at a street stall—just strong enough to wake me up. Our guide, Minh, handed us helmets and we set off, weaving through Nha Trang’s quieter backroads. The air felt cooler out here, and every so often you’d catch a whiff of fresh bread from a family-run bakery. Minh pulled over at one of these spots, and we watched as a woman shaped dough by hand—she let us try a warm roll straight from the oven. It’s hard to describe, but it tasted like home.

Next up, we crossed a wooden bridge over the Cai River. The planks creaked under our bikes, and you could see fishermen in round boats drifting below. Minh stopped so we could take in the view—rice paddies on one side, coconut palms on the other. We passed through quiet villages where kids waved and shouted “hello!” as we rode by. At Thanh market, about 30km north, it was all noise and color—vendors selling herbs, dried fish, and those tiny green limes that go with everything here.

We visited families making mats, rice noodles, and sesame rice cakes. The mat weaver’s hands moved so fast I could barely follow. Minh explained how each family has their own recipe for rice cakes—some sweeter, some with black sesame. He picked up a few for us to snack on later. After gathering ingredients at the market, we headed for Ba Ho waterfall. The last stretch was bumpy, but worth it. The falls are tucked away in thick jungle—cool mist in the air, birds calling overhead. I took a dip in the pool (cold but refreshing), while some of the group tried cliff jumping from a seven-meter rock. Lunch was simple—grilled chicken and sticky rice by the water—but after that swim, it tasted perfect.

On the way back, we stopped at Long Son Pagoda to see the huge seated Buddha—24 meters high, you can’t miss it—and then visited Nha Trang’s old stone church from 1930. Minh shared stories about Buddhism and local history, nothing too formal, just enough to make it stick. We wrapped up at I-Resort Hot Mineral Springs for a quick soak before heading back to our hotel, dusty but happy.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Nha Trang Countryside and Waterfall Tour

• Drive through countryside roads with breaks
• Visit Long Son temple and Buddha statue
• Visit Stone Church (Nha Tho Nui)
• Explore Po Nagar Cham temple tower
• Enjoy Ba Ho waterfall and swimming
• Return to office and hotel drop-off

Top questions

Is this motorcycle tour suitable for beginners?

Yes! The roads are mostly calm and our guides adjust the pace for everyone’s comfort. If you’re not confident riding yourself, you can ride as a passenger with your guide.

What should I bring for swimming at Ba Ho Waterfall?

Bring swimwear, a towel, and maybe some sandals or water shoes—the rocks can be slippery. We’ll have space to store your things during the ride.

Are vegetarian lunch options available?

Absolutely—just let us know your dietary needs when booking and we’ll prepare something fresh from the market.

How long does the tour last?

The full experience takes around 7-8 hours including all stops and lunch. We’ll pick you up and drop you off at your hotel.

What’s included

Your day includes a professional local guide, private motorcycle transport (with driver if needed), all entrance fees, lunch by the waterfall, drinks along the way, plus hotel pickup and drop-off. Just bring your sense of adventure!