The Area

The Area

Located deep in the Sapa valley in the heart of the mountains, Topas Riverside Lodge offers overnight stays within a traditional minority village, making for a truly authentic cultural experience combined with modern comforts. Tucked away amidst winding rivers and a verdant-green forest, here you will discover how the Red Dao community continues to live the same way they have for centuries.

Getting to
Nam Cang Village

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Getting to Nam Cang Village

Nam Cang commune is in the most remote region of Sapa district, situated 36km (a 90′ drive) outside of Sapa town. The village is inhabited largely by Red Dzao and Black H’mong minority groups, with 267 households and a total population of around 1,578 people.

Red Dzao Community

Namcang

Red Dzao Community

How much do you know about the Red Dzao ethnic minority, Vietnam’s second largest minority group and Topas Riverside Lodge’s favorite neighbors community?

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What to do in Nam Cang

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What to do in Nam Cang

Thanks to our unique location deep within Hoang Lien National Park, guests are spoiled for choice when it comes to discovering one of the most beautiful regions in Vietnam. Thankfully, the area is still relatively untouched by modern-day mass tourism. 

Our comfortable base is ideal for exploring the awe-inspiring nature of northern Vietnam. Activities such as our specially designed Sapa hiking tours and other Sapa walking holidays bring visitors closer to the diverse minority communities of the area for a truly authentic cultural experience.