Sapa is known as Vietnam's "cloud hunting paradise", and Sun World Fansipan Legend is where you can touch the floating clouds right in the middle of the Northwest mountains.

To make your trip a complete journey of "touching the sky and clouds", let's explore the most beautiful cloud-hunting spots and the most favored check-in experiences by tourists below.

From October to March - The most beautiful cloud season of the year

This is the time when Sapa receives the thickest and smoothest white clouds. In the early morning, before the mist dissipates, you will encounter a scene of mountains and forests submerged in a sea of clouds, with sunlight gently shining through the mist - a rare scene found nowhere else.

Ideal times of the day

• From 6 AM - 8 AM: Thick clouds, gentle sunlight, very beautiful for natural "cloud hunting" shots.

• From 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM: Clouds turn golden-orange in the sunset, creating an extremely poetic and romantic atmosphere.

Must-visit cloud hunting spots at Sun World Fansipan Legend

1. Fansipan Peak - Touching the Roof of Indochina

After traveling by the Guinness-certified cable car system, you will reach an altitude of 3,143m. From here, clouds cover the peak, swirling at your feet, creating a feeling of standing in paradise.
📸 Beautiful spot: shoot from the area of the Amitabha Buddha statue or the stone steps towards the bell tower.

2. Fansipan Station - Where clouds meet architecture

As soon as you step out of the cabin, you will see white clouds drifting leisurely around the temple roof and stone staircase. This is one of the "signature" spots where tourists often check-in first.
📸 Photo suggestion: shoot a wide-angle view encompassing clouds - mountains - and the curved tiled roof architecture.

3. Bich Van Zen Temple Spiritual Area

Nestled halfway up the mountain, this place is enveloped by clouds and wisps of incense smoke, creating a scene that is both sacred and poetic.
📸 Tip: It's best to shoot in the early morning when sunlight just pierces through the clouds, easily creating the most natural "sunbeams through mist" effect.

4. Sapa Station & Muong Hoa Mountain Climbing Train Line

This is an ideal stop for low-altitude cloud hunting. Along the train route, you can encounter thin clouds drifting leisurely through the valley, creating a feeling of being lost in a dream.
📸 Beautiful photo spot: the train carriage window frame or the outdoor corridor.

Small Tips for Successful Cloud Hunting

• Follow the weather forecast on the Sun Paradise Land app before departing to choose a day with thick clouds and clear skies.

• Bring a light jacket, scarf, and woolen hat, because the morning weather at an altitude of over 3,000m can drop below 10°C.

• When shooting with a phone, enable HDR or Panorama mode to capture the entire panorama of clouds and mountains.

• Take the cable car early (before 8 AM) for a chance to capture the "sea of clouds" before it dissipates.