Dinh Mountain Report
Introduce: Best place to herping in Southern Vietnam
Nui Dinh is known as a large mountain range in Ba Ria - Vung Tau province, one of the most biodiverse areas in the Southeast region of Vietnam. Located just a 2-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City, Nui Dinh is a popular choice for weekend camping and hiking trips. Of course, with such high biodiversity, a reptile and amphibian field trip is not to be missed. The mountain is home to a variety of animals, not only reptiles and amphibians, but also birds such as owls, doves, monkeys. Viet Herping's reptile and amphibian field trips to Nui Dinh have taken place many times and have recorded many wonderful animals on this mountain.
1- Camping - Immersing in nature with Hoà Mình Club:
Day 1: This weekend camping activity is designed to teach participants essential camping and forest safety skills. The classes cover topics such as bushcraft (taught by Thang (insta: thangfam.tattoos)) and shelter building using tarping techniques, heating, and knot tying. Next, participants learn about snake identification and first aid from Viet Snake Rescuer's manager (Nguyen Chi Lam). After the training sessions, there's time to relax before the reptile and amphibian field trip begins at 7 pm. The night hike covers a short 3km trail, but the group still encounters a variety of snakes, amphibians, and even a turtle. After the hike, everyone gathers back at the campsite to reflect on the day's experiences. Sharing their feelings and impressions makes the day even more meaningful and allows everyone to appreciate the tranquility amidst their busy lives.
Day 2: This is arguably the most significant activity of the trip: trash collection and disposal. While it's a simple task, it's often overlooked. The mountain is popular with runners, leading to a significant amount of litter. The group manages to collect over 10 large bags of trash and dispose of it responsibly. These small actions have a significant positive impact on the environment. The group concludes the trip with a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction from the two days spent in nature.
Night herping by Nguyễn Chí Lâm (Founder Viet Herping)
Dinh Mountain 20/1/2024