Ma Pi Leng Skywalk
The Ma Pi Leng skywalk - a cliff-ledge path high above the turquoise Nho Que River gorge on the Ha Giang loop
The route
The line through Ha Giang (Dong Van Karst), Vietnam - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.
Season & conditions
Year-round (clear autumn best)
Mountain weather; slippery when wet
Open year-round; the ledge is exposed and can be slippery. Confirm.
On the trail
A cliff-ledge path above a spectacular river gorge
Non-technical walking/hiking; confirm any exposed or scrambly sections locally
Marked/waymarked route; navigation generally straightforward - carry a map and confirm locally
Accessible to most walkers and families; not fully wheelchair accessible - confirm
A popular, well-known route - busier in peak season
The Ma Pi Leng pass viewpoints; a Nho Que River boat below
Getting there & staying
Ma Pi Leng pass, Ha Giang
Out-and-back/loop - no shuttle needed
Day route - none needed
Day-hike kit, water, sun/rain protection, sturdy footwear; coverage varies
Services in Ha Giang; limited or none on the trail
Not required; self-guided
Permits & safety
No permit; small local fees; part of the Ha Giang motorbike loop
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
The exposed cliff ledge (drops), slippery when wet
Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.