Lam Ha

Lâm Hà is a rural district in western Lâm Đồng province, bordered by Đức Trọng to the east and Đạ Huoai to the south. The name combines "Lâm" from Lâm Đồng and "Hà" from Hà Nội, reflecting its history as a destination for Hanoians resettling to cultivate new farmland. The district covers 979 km² with a population of about 135,800 (as of 2003), and the capital is Đình Văn township.

Lâm Hà is known for its fertile agricultural land, producing coffee, tea, and the famous Laba bananas (King-offering bananas). A major tourist attraction is Elephant Falls (Thác Voi), a dramatic multi-tiered waterfall set in forested hills. The district has a mild highland climate with a dry season from November to April and a rainy season from May to October.

By Plane

Lien Khoang Airport (DLI IATA) near Da Lat is about 50 km east (1 hr by road). Taxis and private transfers are available.

By Car / Road

Lâm Hà is connected by road from Da Lat (50 km east, 1 hr) via National Highway 20 and provincial roads. Buses from Da Lat serve Đình Văn township. From Ho Chi Minh City it's about 280 km (6 hr via Bao Loc).

Motorbike is the best way to explore the district's rural landscape and reach Elephant Falls. Xe om are available in Đình Văn. Local buses connect the communes.

• Elephant Falls (Thác Voi) — A beautiful multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by forest, popular for picnics and photography. Named for a rock formation that resembles an elephant.

• Đình Văn township — The district capital with a local market and agricultural surrounds.

• Laba banana plantations — The famous King-offering bananas are grown extensively in the district.

• Coffee and tea estates — Rolling hills of highland plantations.

• Waterfall visits — Elephant Falls is the main attraction, with a 30,000 dong entrance fee.

• Trekking — Walk through the plantations and forested areas around the falls.

• Agricultural tours — Visit coffee and banana plantations.

Simple eateries in Đình Văn serve Vietnamese staples — phở, bánh mì, and cơm. Local hillside cafes offer coffee and light meals. Banana-based desserts are a local specialty.

Highland coffee is widely available. Fresh young coconut water and sugarcane juice are sold at roadside stalls. Bottled water is recommended.

• Budget: Guesthouses in Đình Văn (from 120,000 dong).
• Mid-range: Mini-hotels (from 250,000 dong).

Laba bananas are the region's most famous product. Local coffee and tea are also excellent purchases. The Đình Văn market sells fresh produce and daily goods.

• Da Lat (50 km east, 1 hr) — Hill station with attractions and nightlife.
• Đức Trọng (30 km east) — Site of Pongour Falls and Lien Khuong Airport.
• Bao Loc (80 km south, 2 hr) — Tea capital of the Central Highlands.
• Đạ Huoai (50 km south) — Rural district with pepper and coffee plantations.