Gia Nghia – Mui Ne
Distance: 230 kms
This is a great ride day from both the riding perspective and the beautiful countryside it passes through. Not huge in terms of distance but with plenty of diversions and photo opportunities will take longer than you think.
Some gravel on corners on the morning ride in places so watch out for that.
In the afternoon on the other side of the highway expect the cattle women to be grazing their herd on the roadside particularly once off the range.
From 10k’s out of MuiNe watch your speed. The police are notorious in this area targeting foreigners but more so backpackers. With correct riding gear and a steady pace you should have no issues.
(A) for a hearty bowl of Pho or a Bahn Mi for breakfast. Me Garden doesnt have breakfast but plenty of spots around this area. Works from Lodge Resort or right in Gia Nghia too if leaving from there.
(B) is a waterfall. I haven’t seen it in the rainy season so not sure how big it gets but has a great track in and worth the diversion for that alone.
(C) is a must do. Coffee is okay but I dont rate the food. There’s a 50k entry fee but one of the most scenic water views in the south and a good spot for a break.
(D) is also a nice little side excursion. Can ride up onto the dam wall and the village is quite interesting. A pretty ordinary road through there but well worth it.
(E), (F) and (G) are great photo stops. Google doesn’t show the road to the second dam wall but there is one.
A photo shot over the ocean on the way in a nice way to conclude the ride.
MuiNe is a beach resort town but if you want beach access book accommodation on the beach side of the esplanade. Public access is otherwise limited. It’s a popular destination for kitesurfers with good winds right through the dry season.
