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Bà Nà Cable Car

The Bà Nà Hills cable car held three Guinness World Records simultaneously - longest single-wire system, greatest height difference, and longest non-stop wire - carrying passengers 5,801 metres from the forest floor to 1,487 metres through the cloud layer above Đà Nẵng.

🚡 World Record Cable Car☁️ Through the Clouds📸 Aerial Views🌿 Forest Canopy
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Overview

Best Time to Visit
📅 Mar – Aug (clearest visibility; cable car operates year-round)
Entry Fee
🎟️ Included in Bà Nà Hills ticket (~1,500,000 VND)
Opening Hours
🕐 First departure: 7:30 AM · Last return: 9:00 PM
Address
📌 Suối Mơ Station, Hoà Ninh, Hoà Vang, Đà Nẵng

Things to Know

👥Crowds
Tour groups arrive by noon making movement and photography difficult. Weekday visits have minimal queues. Arrive by 9am for best experience.
⚠️Safety
Cable car is very safe and stable. Lost belongings reported with poor staff cooperation on CCTV access. High winds can cause shaking during rides.
🌤️Seasonal
Weather is unpredictable with frequent fog at summit reducing visibility. Cold temperatures at elevation. Rain possible with leaking cabin issues reported.
ABOUT THIS PLACE

What Makes Bà Nà Cable Car Special

The Bà Nà Hills cable car system was built by the French company Poma between 2009 and 2013 and held three Guinness World Records simultaneously upon completion: longest single-wire cable car system (5,801 metres), greatest height difference between base and summit stations (1,291 metres), and longest non-stop wire. The records have since been surpassed by Fansipan's cable car in Sa Pa, but the Bà Nà system remains one of the most dramatic cable car rides in the world for a different reason: the journey passes through a distinct cloud layer that sits permanently over the mountain at approximately 800–1,000 metres, creating a 30-second passage from overcast grey to clear blue sky that passengers consistently describe as one of the most unexpected moments of their Vietnam trip.

How to Get There

🚗 Getting There

The base station (Suối Mơ Station) is 25km west of Đà Nẵng city centre, accessible by taxi, Grab, or hotel shuttle. From central Đà Nẵng, the drive takes approximately 45 minutes. Grab rides cost approximately 250,000–350,000 VND one way. Most hotels in Đà Nẵng and Hội An offer day-tour packages that include return transfer and the Bà Nà Hills entrance ticket. The cable car is the only way to reach the summit complex - there is no road access for visitors.

What to Expect

👀 On the Ground

The gondolas hold 8 passengers and are fully enclosed with large glass windows on all sides. The ride begins over dense tropical forest, climbing steeply above the tree canopy before entering the cloud layer. Inside the cloud, visibility drops to near zero and the temperature drops noticeably. The emergence from cloud into sunshine - looking down at a sea of white cloud stretching to the horizon - is the defining moment of the ride. The summit station opens directly into the French Village complex. Multiple cable car lines operate within the complex, connecting different sections of the mountain - the internal lines are shorter and used to move between the village, the Golden Bridge area, and the lower gardens.

Travel Tips

🧳 Tips

The cable car is simultaneously the transport to the summit and one of the main experiences of Bà Nà Hills - unlike most cable cars which are purely functional, this one is worth experiencing for the cloud transition alone. The ride down in the late afternoon, when the light turns golden and the cloud layer below glows, is often more scenic than the morning ascent. Queues for the return cable car can be long in the late afternoon as tour groups leave simultaneously - aim to descend before 4 PM or after 6 PM to avoid the worst of the wait.

Insider Tips

Based on real traveler experiences and commonly mentioned advice from multiple visitors.

Book tickets in advance via Klook or Viator for 10% discounts. Regular ticket price 900,000 VND adults, 750,000 VND children.
Collect and study the map before arrival. Signage and navigation are unclear. Morning queuing can be chaotic.
Plan full day visit covering cable car, Golden Bridge, French Village, and theme park. Avoid silver pass upsell—regular ticket allows all station transfers.
The ride takes about 20 minutes each way - sit on the right side going up for the best views over the forest canopy and the first glimpse of clouds
The cable car runs in all weather including light rain - heavy storms may cause temporary suspension, check with staff at the base station
Morning departures (7:30–8:30 AM) have the shortest queues and the best chance of clear visibility through the cloud layer
The transition through the cloud layer is the most memorable part of the ride - you enter grey mist and emerge into sunshine above within 30–60 seconds
There are multiple cable car lines within the complex - the main Suối Mơ to Ga Tàu line is the record-holder and the one most visitors take first

FAQ

Common questions from travelers who've visited this place.

What is the best time to visit to avoid crowds?›
Arrive by 9am and leave by 1pm. Visit on weekdays to avoid tour groups. Afternoon visits after noon experience significant congestion.
How long is the cable car ride and what should I expect?›
Ride takes 20-25 minutes one way uphill through forests and waterfalls. Cable car may shake in windy conditions. May require transfer at intermediate station.
What are the operating hours and should I book in advance?›
Day route 8am-5pm, night route 3pm-10pm. Book tickets in advance via Klook or Viator for discounts. Avoid local vendors who charge higher prices.

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