UNESCO Global Geopark Overview

UNESCO Global Geopark, also known as Dak Nong Geopark, is known as "the land of melodies in the heart of the great plateau", and is one of the geological wonders with the greatest scale and scientific value in Vietnam. With a total area of ​​up to 4,760 km2, this natural heritage project brings a quiet, majestic geological space imprinted with the tectonic imprint of the Earth's crust millions of years ago. This is not only home to the longest lava tube volcanic cave system in Southeast Asia, but also a majestic epic cultural intersection of indigenous peoples, creating a strong traditional eco-tourism and educational attraction for tourists from all over.

UNESCO Global Geopark

Located in an area spanning many core communes and wards such as Cu Jut commune, the UNESCO Global Geopark appears as a living outdoor geological museum with a perfect combination of geological heritage, geomorphology and rich tropical forest ecosystem. The majestic waterfalls spewing white foam and the system of 5 unique, well-preserved volcanic craters not only create breathtaking natural scenery but also provide an absolutely fresh and spacious atmosphere for exploration activities.

Outstanding attractions in the UNESCO Global Geopark

Krong No volcanic cave system (C7 Cave)

Krong No volcanic cave system (C7 Cave)

This is a unique, monumental geological masterpiece from millions of years ago, recognized as the longest and largest lava tube volcanic cave system in Southeast Asia. C7 Cave possesses a large cave that receives natural light from unique sinkholes with precious geological tectonic traces such as bubble stalactites, cool lava veins and ancient plant fossils, demonstrating the philosophy of harmony between the Earth's tectonic power and time. With mother nature's skillful creation techniques through basalt eruptions, this space is not only the historical soul of the geopark but also the pride of the natural heritage architectural art of Lam Dong province.

Chù Blúk Crater

Ch Bluk Crater

Chu Blúk crater appears as a giant basin stretching out into the middle of the Central Highlands, imbued with the unique geometric structure of long-extinct volcanoes. The hillside and basin walls of the mountain are covered with wild vegetation, mossy rocks and dark black porous basalt blocks, bearing the typical natural imprint of the old geological tectonic period. This is where adventurous trekking trips and scientific discoveries by international experts take place, creating a unique landscape symbol that makes visitors feel melancholy when they set foot in the Cu Jut commune area.

The majestic waterfall complex of Serepok River (Gia Long Waterfall)

The majestic waterfall complex of Serepok River (Gia Long Waterfall)

Gia Long waterfall system is a closed natural architecture solemnly located in the flow area of the majestic Serepok river. The main path leads visitors to steep, cascading columnar basalt banks, where water flows into the clear blue lake from a height of dozens of meters, creating white foam all year round. Tourists often come here to learn about the erosion of water on sedimentary rocks and admire the wild scenery, admiring the rustic features of ancient trees embracing rocks and feeling the coolness and depth of history hidden inside this natural heritage complex.

Geopark Information Center (Heritage Exhibition Hall)

Geopark Information Center (Heritage Exhibition Hall)

The exhibition house located in the central space inside the management subdivision is one of the most scientific and nostalgic attractions in the complex. The space is solidly built to simulate the architecture of a traditional long stilt house. The inside is designed with sophisticated storage compartments to preserve and display rare volcanic stone samples, prehistoric stone tools and ancient stone musical instruments, creating harmony between the function of conveying knowledge and a solemn cultural space. This time-honored documentary system demonstrates the cultural and spiritual life associated with the red soil of indigenous peoples, further increasing the solemnity of this heritage complex.

Prehistoric archaeological sites and ancient villages

Prehistoric archaeological sites 

Scattered right around the core valley area are green lawns and stilt houses of the villages, which are associated with poetic living moments of the Ede and M'nong communities. The most prominent are the stone cave roofs where unique archaeological cultural layers and rows of solid ancient trees with rustic layouts but full of landscape depth were discovered. This space brings a feeling of absolute silence, helping travelers contemplate the evolutionary history of humanity, indigenous architecture and the eternal values of time in the heart of Lam Dong province.

Activities to experience brocade and gong culture

Brocade culture

Every year during the peak tourist seasons, the cultural activity space is bustling with an experiential atmosphere with formal traditional handicraft weaving and brocade weaving artisan training services. This is an opportunity for residents of Cu Jut commune and tourists from all over to try on hand-woven traditional costumes and enjoy the exhibition space of unique ethnic life. The activity is not only a simple form of entertainment but also a vivid visual cultural space, connecting the love of history and cultural roots of the young generation when visiting new lands.

Here are suggestions for some other experiential activities at the UNESCO Global Geopark:

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  • Visit the exhibition of geological documents: On all days of the week, visitors can visit the central building to directly see cave structure diagrams and documentary photos of prehistoric life.

  • Shopping for handicraft souvenirs: Don't forget to choose mini brocade bags, bamboo basket models or sophisticated natural stone souvenirs sold right at mobile stalls around Cu Jut commune.

Best time to travel

Dry season to explore mysterious volcanic caves (December to February next year)

This is the most ideal period for those who are passionate about trekking, exploration and archeology when wanting to conquer the underground volcanic cave system. During the period from December to February of the following year, the highland weather completely stopped the heavy rains, the air became dry and very pleasantly chilly. Moving through the forest to reach Chu Bluk crater or climbing down into the legendary C7 Cave becomes extremely safe, completely eliminating the risk of slipping or landslides. In particular, the stream of sunlight at this time obliques at an extremely sharp angle through natural sinkholes, creating shimmering rays of "sunray" light shining straight into the deep cave, fully honoring the majestic beauty of the cool lava layers from millions of years ago in the space of the new Lam Dong province.

Waterfall season for sightseeing and taking photos (September to November)

If the main purpose of the trip is to admire the magnificence of nature and capture breathtaking landscape photos, visitors should choose the time from September to November. This is the transition period from the rainy season to the dry season, the amount of water from the upstream flowing into the Serepok river bed is extremely abundant, causing a complex of large waterfalls such as Gia Long waterfall to release white foam like giant silk strips in the middle of the primeval forest. Traveling in these months, you will enjoy the most powerful sounds of water flowing against basalt cliffs, while the frequency of torrential rains has decreased so it does not hinder outdoor sightseeing. The vast windy space combined with the majestic rolling waterfall will bring you extremely liberal and impressive emotional experiences in the green heritage core area of ​​Cu Jut commune.

Travel information

Flight routes to Lam Dong province

Buon Ma Thuot International Airport (Nearby Transfer Facility)

Buon Ma Thuot International Airport

Because the geological core area of Cu Jut commune is not near Lien Khuong airport, Buon Ma Thuot International Airport is the most convenient air traffic hub for tourists to access the natural heritage complex of the UNESCO Global Geopark. With a reasonable road travel distance, from the airport you can easily catch a service car or taxi down Highway 14 to return to the heritage land. Landing here in the early morning will give you enough time to admire the wild architecture of the volcanic cave system and enjoy the fresh air of the plateau before the crowds of people arrive at noon.

  • From Central & Southern Regions: Domestic airlines continuously operate daily flights from the city. Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi, Da Nang to Buon Ma Thuot, creating extremely favorable conditions for travelers from far away towards the heritage area of Cu Jut commune.

  • International: Flexible flight routes from neighboring countries are the top choice for international tourists who want to explore the million-year-old lava tube system through a professional shuttle bus network.

Passenger bus station to Lam Dong province

Gia Nghia Bus Station (Main Road Transfer Station)

Choosing to travel by long-distance bus to Gia Nghia Bus Station on the arterial Highway 14 is a popular journey for those who love to admire the vast scenery. From this focal center, visitors will continue to move north to reach the ecological space of Cu Jut commune. The modern sleeper bus system with wide open glass windows helps you take in the vast coffee fields and peaceful lifestyle of the new Lam Dong land along both sides of the road.

After leaving the station, you can easily access public transportation or taxis to continue your journey to the geopark smoothly. Reputable bus offices are always on duty to serve passengers at the station such as Tien Oanh Bus or Cuong Ny Bus, ensuring your journey is always safe when heading towards the great waterfalls and profound volcanic craters.

High-end Passenger Cars and Limousines

High quality sleeper bus and Limousine system

Long-distance passenger bus routes running along the backbone of National Highway 14 continuously every day are the most popular, safe and economic means to reach the core area of ​​Cu Jut commune. Many high-quality bus companies have routes running through the area and support passenger drop-off right next to the entrance to key attractions of the geopark. If you want a more luxurious and private space, Limousine cars with high-quality leather interiors and a comfortable air conditioning system will provide the ultimate relaxation experience on the way back to the heritage core area.

In addition, reputable Limousine operators such as Tien Oanh (☎ 1900.27.27.22) or Hoang Kim (☎ 1900.88.86.84) provide flexible shuttle services with tight departure schedules. With a team of professional drivers who understand the terrain of the highland passes and plateaus, you can completely proactively arrange the time for your journey to explore the underground world in the most convenient way.

Internal transportation in Cu Jut commune

To conveniently visit the Krong No volcanic cave system, Chu Bluk crater and neighboring waterfalls, visitors can choose the following means:

  • Inter-commune bus: Intra-province bus routes connecting core areas help you move between attractions in Cu Jut commune at extremely economical costs.

  • Local taxi service: Gia Nghia Taxi Service (☎ 0912.521.212) is always ready to serve tourists 24/7 with a team of drivers familiar with the roads, ensuring safe pick-up and drop-off.

  • Rent a self-driving car: Choose from 4-seat or 7-seat high chassis vehicles from reputable transport units to help families proactively schedule and protect maximum health against the heat and wind of the plateau.

Rent a self-driving motorbike:

  • Vuong Ha Hai motorbike rental service: ☎ 0989.230.877 | Address: No. 416 Ton Duc Thang | Price from 100,000 VND/day | Providing new generation cars and scooters with strong engines suitable for steep mountain passes.

  • Gia Nghia motorbike rental shop: ☎ 0989.741.659 | Address: No. 126 Tong Duy Tan | Quick procedure, helmet included and flexible vehicle delivery support for backpackers.

Accommodation information

Luxury (4–5 star hotels)

Robin Hotel Gia Nghia

Robin Hotel Gia Nghia

Robin Hotel Gia Nghia is located in a prime location on the backbone road of the new Lam Dong province, meeting high quality standards with extremely luxurious and noble modern architecture. The hotel owns the most classy room system in the area, an exquisite campus and a restaurant serving full highland cuisine. From here, you only need to spend time traveling conveniently through arterial roads to explore the majestic natural space of the UNESCO Global Geopark in Cu Jut commune. With prices ranging from 990,000 - 2,240,000 VND/night, this is the top choice for tourists who want absolute comfort and professional service after trekking and underground cave exploration.

  • Contact phone number: ☎ 0261 3718 888

EVA Village

EVA Village exists as a symbol of peace and sophistication in the heart of the new Lam Dong province, providing a green resort space with a design inspired by European villages with a rustic yet pure style. According to reputable booking sites such as Agoda and Booking.com, this high-quality accommodation facility offers a full range of amenities from comfortable rooms to a restaurant serving an excellent breakfast menu that is highly appreciated by diners, with prices ranging from 1,100,000 - 2,500,000 VND/night. Choosing to rest here helps you easily connect with core heritage sites in Cu Jut commune as well as neighboring scenic spots of the geopark in the most convenient way.

  • Contact phone number: ☎ 0911 433 399

If you want more high-end options and other amenities to conveniently travel on your journey to explore the UNESCO Global Geopark, you can consider:

  • Hotel Saigon Dak Nong – Central area – Price about 650,000 – 1,200,000 VND/night | Phone number: ☎ 0261 3546 200

  • New Sunrise Hotel – March 23 Street – Price about 500,000 – 950,000 VND/night | Phone number: ☎ 0261 3707 777

  • Hoa Yen Hotel - Inner city area - Price about 400,000 - 750,000 VND/night | Phone number: ☎ 0261 3544 599

Resort (Resort, Villa)

Dak Nong Lodge Resort

Dak Nong Lodge Resort

Dak Nong Lodge Resort is nestled next to the windy natural lakeshore, providing an absolutely green resort space with panoramic views of the entire pristine beauty of the highlands. The resort offers a system of separate rooms and villas surrounded by green trees and smooth grass, creating an ideal fresh atmosphere to restore energy before starting the trekking journey into the core area of ​​Cu Jut commune. With prices ranging from 850,000 - 1,800,000 VND/night, visitors will enjoy the feeling of peace, use lively entertainment services at the Lodge Club or enjoy river and stream specialties right in the luxurious restaurant facing the lake.

  • Contact phone number: ☎ 0261 3546 201

Star Hill Dak Nong Retreat

Star Hill Dak Nong Retreat, although located in a neighboring suburban subdivision, is a unique resort accommodation location with open architecture in complete harmony with nature, covered by green hills like in a fairy tale. This is an extremely famous eco-resort villa, where you can organize outdoor BBQ parties with your family, relax and breathe the quiet, cool mountain atmosphere of the new Lam Dong province. According to reviews on travel platforms, room rental prices here range from 1,400,000 - 3,200,000 VND/night, providing an extremely quality "escape" experience from the city and absolute privacy for your vacation.

  • Contact phone number: ☎ 0961 146 688

For a variety of peaceful, isolated vacation options for your family or group of friends, you can refer to:

  • Ta Dung May Farm – Quang Thanh Ward – Price from 850,000 – 1,800,000 VND/night | Phone number: ☎ 0942 222 612

  • YuMin Farm House – Ecological subdivision – Price from 700,000 – 1,500,000 VND/night | Phone number: ☎ 0943 004 005

  • MeGarden Dak Nong - Rustic garden house design - Price from 650,000 - 1,350,000 VND/night | Phone number: ☎ 0905 329 119

Experience (2–3 stars, Homestay, Co hotel)

Suoi Xanh Garden

Suoi Xanh Garden

Suoi Xanh Garden is a prestigious eco-experience style accommodation facility located right next to a clear blue natural stream, extremely convenient for visitors who want to spend more time exploring the volcanic cave system and archaeological landscape. This place has clean wooden rooms with balconies facing the lake and a green coconut-shaded garden with extremely reasonable prices, only from 450,000 - 900,000 VND/night. The host team here is extremely friendly, deeply knowledgeable about local geomorphology and geology, ready to advise you on photo hunting coordinates and optimal trekking routes around the Cu Jut commune area.

  • Contact phone number: ☎ 0888 474 849

Laca Homestay

Laca Homestay is located right on peaceful streets close to the busy center, providing a rustic but fully furnished accommodation opportunity with a view of the windy mountain landscape. Visitors will be able to rest in the free space of the highlands, make their own cups of pure basalt coffee and enjoy rustic home-cooked dishes with bold local flavors. With affordable prices ranging from 300,000 - 600,000 VND/night, this homestay is not only a cost-effective stopover but also a journey to discover the depth of the spiritual life of the people of Lam Dong province in the most authentic way.

  • Contact phone number: ☎ 0964 456 222

For travelers who love flexibility, rusticity and the most optimal cost for a backpacking trip, the following locations are options worth considering:

  • Tay Nguyen Hotel - Right in the inner city center - Price from 250,000 - 450,000 VND/night | Phone number: ☎ 0261 3544 474

  • Truong Giang Hotel - Affordable service facility - Price from 220,000 - 400,000 VND/night | Phone number: ☎ 0261 3546 667

  • Hoang Gia Hotel – Convenient, neat rooms – Price from 200,000 – 450,000 VND/night | Phone number: ☎ 0261 3547 547

Festival cuisine and culture 

Famous restaurants

K'Jang Ta Dung Restaurant

K'Jang Ta Dung Restaurant

Located in Ta Dung commune, K'Jang Ta Dung Restaurant features a rustic and luxurious highland stilt house architecture. This place specializes in serving exquisite specialties combining local ingredients such as grilled lentils with salt and chili from the Serepok River, grilled hill chicken and delicious wild bamboo shoot hotpot. With a large capacity and spacious, airy garden space, the restaurant always ensures warmth for family parties or friend reunions with an estimated cost of 150,000 - 350,000 VND/person, depending on the menu chosen by visitors.

Dien Trang Hoa Mai Restaurant

Located in Bac Gia Nghia ward, a bustling area of the new Lam Dong province, Dien Trang Hoa Mai Restaurant appears like a miniature cultural museum made of rustic wood exposed to the sun. Diners coming here can enjoy the specialties of grilled highland pig, braised stream fish with pickles, and fragrant sticky rice grilled on bamboo tubes, while immersing themselves in the smooth melodies of great sounds. With classy service quality but still retaining the "soul" of the village, this is a prestigious address chosen by many international and local tourists. The average cost at this prestigious address is about 200,000 - 450,000 VND/person, bringing value commensurate with the ultimate culinary experience.

Some other quality culinary places have information on Google:

  • Son Ma clay pot rice restaurant: Professional culinary space located in the bustling downtown area famous for its fragrant clay pot rice menu served with delicious highland dishes.

  • Hoang Ngan Restaurant: Famous throughout the ecological core area with its unique forest leaf hot pot recipe combining rare natural green vegetables of the vast forest.

  • Minh Tam Vermicelli Restaurant: An ideal breakfast stop with rich, hot bone broth vermicelli dishes that are extremely popular every morning.

Local cuisine

Sour yellow ant soup in Cu Jut commune

Yellow ant sour soup is a symbolic product of the Ede people, currently being developed and strongly introduced in Cu Jut commune. Fat nests of yellow ants are simmered in sweet broth from shrimp, crab, and Serepok river fish and served hot with fragrant rice. Enjoying this dish in a windy space will help visitors fully feel the ingenuity of the people of the new Lam Dong province.

Packaged Duc Lap Coffee

Different from industrial coffees, Duc Lap Coffee in this area has a shiny brown color and a sweet aftertaste from fresh upland beans grown on basalt hillsides. Coffee beans are roasted and ground according to traditional manual methods to maintain rich density and seductive natural aroma. This is a soul food representing the cuisine of the ancient geological park, often used to sip with a cup of warm water or as a gift.

Some other local products around the area:

  • Rattan bud soup: A refreshing gift made from rattan buds and leaves naturally dried in bamboo tubes, enjoyed with salt and chili.

  • Central Highlands Can Wine: This type of wine is brewed manually from wild yeast leaves and has a typical passionate aroma.

  • Dak Mil wax avocado: Product from high-tech farms, famous for its succulence and natural sweet taste.

Experiential cuisine

Enjoy bamboo tube rice and grilled chicken over a charcoal stove

Enjoying hill chicken grilled to a golden color and hot sticky rice at the edge of the forest is the most simple and relaxing experience. After the journey to explore the volcanic cave, visitors can stop at small huts along the road to sip the fatty taste of chicken mixed in the cold wind. Between the gentle slopes and the spreading scent of young pine trees, all the worries of modern life seem to be completely shaken off.

Cultural Experiences & Festivals

Gong Festival and cultural and heritage space at the Geopark

Gong Festival

Every year during the festival season or major events of the year, the space of the UNESCO Global Geopark bustles with organizing unique cultural events in Cu Jut commune. The entire space of the ancient square will brighten up with solemn artistic gong performances extending from the center to the grounds of the ancient villages. Visitors coming here will be immersed in the bustling space of the heritage sinus dance circle, the cultural space of ethnic groups and enjoy the performance of classic Central Highlands epics.

Here are suggestions for some other cultural and artistic experiences at the UNESCO Global Geopark:

  • Experience weaving brocade with artisans: Admire and try your hand at weaving unique patterned fabrics and bags from Ede and M'nong villages.

  • Visit the heritage exhibition house: Explore the unique wooden architecture exhibition house to learn how to preserve volcanic rock samples and ancient tools of ancient prehistoric people.

  • Explore archaeological remains: Observe the strictly preserved collection of stone tools, bone remains and ancient memorabilia.

Play area

Ta Dung eco-tourism area

Ta Dung eco-tourism area

Located in the connecting area right next to Bac Gia Nghia ward in Lam Dong province, Ta Dung eco-tourism area (located in the core sightseeing area of the UNESCO Global Geopark) is a unique and highly experiential entertainment and picnic destination in the area today. This place possesses a diverse entertainment space with a modern artificial infinity pool system overlooking the "Ha Long Bay of the Central Highlands", a lively water slide area, unique glass bridge landscapes reaching out to the basin, colorful flower gardens and an extremely friendly outdoor camping area. With a rustic mountain resort-style architecture blended with windy green landscape, this is an ideal place for families to bring their children to visit, experience adventurous outdoor games and save extremely impressive "check-in" moments after the journey to explore the volcanic cave system.

The natural space surrounding the green heritage core of Cu Jut commune also has many attractive places to visit and experience suitable for both tourists and locals who want to challenge themselves:

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Suggested tours

Experience tour

Tour 3 Days 2 Nights: Geological Epic - Underground World & Great Sound

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    • Day 3: Cu Jut Commune – Enjoy traditional sour and yellow ant soup – Visit and choose to buy Duc Lap Coffee products packaged as gifts – Return to Saigon.

  • Characteristics: The journey takes visitors deep into the stories of the great creation of the Earth's crust and the epic sculpture of nature associated with the longest volcanic cave system in Southeast Asia, while connecting with the typical cultural quintessence of ethnic minorities in the new Lam Dong province. You will feel the wild beauty of ancient volcanic craters amidst the windswept mountains and the hospitality of the local people's community activities. This is the perfect choice for those who want to learn about geology, the history of heroic struggles and cultural depth in the solemn space of the majestic Central Highlands.

  • Transportation: Limousine passenger car with sleeper bed combined with high chassis vehicle within the plateau.

  • Reference tour price: 2,650,000 - 3,150,000 VND/person (Full package of quality accommodation services, full meals with regional specialties and cost of professional cave exploration guide).

  • Suggested organizers: Vietravel, Saigontourist.

Family tour

1 Day Tour: Journey to Discover Green Heritage in Cu Jut Commune

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  • Features: The tour is designed with a flexible, leisurely pace, focusing on vivid visual sightseeing activities suitable for both the elderly and children in the family. While children freely explore the rich natural world in Phuoc Loc Tho ecological subdivision, adults can leisurely stroll on the solemn square walkways or admire the majestic monolithic stone monument cluster. The combination of traditional education and enjoyment of rustic highland cuisine brings a cohesive and meaningful weekend for generations.

  • Transportation: Self-driving family car or group shuttle service.

  • Reference tour price: 650,000 - 950,000 VND/person (Including all entrance tickets to tourist areas, lunch costs, river and stream specialties, and full travel insurance).

  • Suggested organizers: Hanoitourist, VietSense Travel.

Adventure eco-tourism

Tour 2 Days 1 Night: Serepok Rafting & Camping – Chu Bluk Volcano Peak Night

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    • Day 1: Saigon - Cu Jut commune - Receive a high-class Glamping tent at the flat rocky area next to the ancient trees next to the Gia Long waterfall - Participate in rafting activities to overcome the mighty rapids on the Serepok river - Enjoy a BBQ party next to the windy charcoal stove.

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  • Characteristics: Experience dedicated to souls who are passionate about exercise and want to leave the pressure of modern life to completely immerse themselves in a free resort space amidst the wild and liberal highland nature. The highlight of the tour is the night sleeping in a luxury tent next to the rushing waterfall that echoes down the basalt cliffs, where you can listen to the sound of the water and inhale the scent of the pristine young forest of the new Lam Dong province. Activities that challenge teamwork such as whitewater rafting or cycling through the forest bring maximum excitement, helping to regenerate physical energy and arouse pride in conquering one's own limits.

  • Transportation: Self-driving car with high chassis or Limousine to take you to the edge of the forest.

  • Reference tour price: 1,850,000 - 2,450,000 VND/person (Including full cost of renting a waterproof Glamping tent, specialized inflatable boat, life jacket, mountain bike and specialty BBQ menu).

  • Suggested organizers: Meditours, Trekking Highlands.

Shopping and Souvenirs

An Phat Agricultural Trade and Service Cooperative

An Phat Agricultural Trade and Service Cooperative

If you want to buy clean agricultural specialties, pepper, salted roasted cashews or pure coffee of highland quality, visitors often visit the booth of An Phat Agricultural Trade and Service Cooperative located in the bustling central area of Cu Jut commune, Lam Dong province. This is a reputable address specializing in distributing and exporting strong local agricultural products, with clear organic farming origins and eye-catching packaging, bearing the typical rustic style of the geopark land.

Suggestions for some products that should not be missed:

  • Traditional hand-woven brocade products: Quintessential products from the skillful hands of Ede and M'nong artisans in ancient villages, meticulously woven into scarves, handbags or small wallets with unique patterns, are gifts with the highest aesthetic value and cultural identity in the heritage region.

  • Pure packaged Duc Lap Coffee: A famous gift with a rich bitter taste and the characteristic passionate aroma of premium coffee beans harvested on windswept basalt red soil hillsides, very suitable to bring home as meaningful gifts for relatives and friends.

  • Wood-roasted black pepper and cashew nuts: A gift of specialty agricultural products processed using traditional manual methods to help retain the full aroma and natural richness from the ecological buffer zone of the new Lam Dong province, a premium health gift representing the great highlands.

Support and other information

Dak Nong UNESCO Global Geopark Management Board

  • Phone number: (02613) 939393

  • Address: Nghia Trung Ward, Lam Dong Province.

  • Function: This is the focal unit directly responsible for managing, preserving and promoting geological, geomorphological, cultural and biological heritage values in the core area of the Geopark. The Management Board Office is the place to receive requests for scientific documents and coordinate a network of local guides to serve research groups exploring the Krong No volcanic cave system and Chu Bluk crater. The specialized staff here will provide you with official heritage tourism route maps, instructions on strict landscape protection regulations, helping you better understand the million-year history of basalt tectonics and sustainable eco-tourism development projects in Cu Jut commune.

Cu Jut Commune Police

  • Phone number: 0261.3882233
  • Address: Cu Jut Commune, Lam Dong Province.

  • Function: The unit performs the task of maintaining security and order, protecting the safety of tourists and maintaining traffic order and safety on arterial roads and inter-commune roads leading to river and waterfall attractions 24/7. The local police force directly handles security issues at the beginning of the wharves and cave entrances, helps prevent solicitation of customers at stalls of brocade products and packaged coffee, and ensures a peaceful space for trekking and picnic activities. The presence of the authorities helps your journey to explore the underground world always take place with peace of mind, especially during peak tourist seasons when the number of tourists flocking to Cu Jut commune increases to participate in whitewater rafting activities and traditional festivals.

Cu Jut Commune Health Station (Heritage Medical Support Facility)

  • Phone number: 0963.071.818
  • Address: Cu Jut Commune, Lam Dong Province.

  • Function: Medical facility specializing in emergency first aid and primary health care for tourists when problems arise during sightseeing and outdoor activities. Located right in the center of the core area, this unit is always ready to respond to situations such as scratches due to collisions with volcanic rocks when trekking, dehydration due to exercise in the highland sun and wind, or minor incidents when participating in rafting across the Serepok waterfall. This is an important medical fulcrum, ensuring that tourists, especially those who are passionate about adventure sports, can confidently explore the magnificence of the Cave C7 lava tube system or the Gia Long waterfall complex while still receiving timely health protection right in Cu Jut commune.

In situations where emergency security, rescue or medical assistance is needed in the UNESCO Global Geopark area, please immediately contact the national numbers: 113 (Police), 114 (Fire) and 115 (Medical emergency) for timely handling.

Wish you have a meaningful journey to explore the UNESCO Global Geopark, fully feel the wild beauty of the "land of melodies in the heart of the great plateau" and enjoy free moments next to the majestic waterfalls of Cu Jut commune.