Is April a good month to visit Ninh Binh?
Known as the transition month between the spring and summer seasons Ninh Binh weather in April is usually very warm and breezy. The month is also the most festive time of the year, including plenty of festivals, such as the Thai Vi Temple Festival or the Trang An Festival. Rather than that, the rice fields across Ninh Binh start turning green, definitely a huge plus if you plan to travel in April.
What’s the Weather Like in Ninh Binh in April?
Unlike the cold of March, Ninh Binh’s temperature in April is warmer, ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF). It’s also rain very little, only about 12 light rainy days a month. However, it might get windy at times, so some wind jacket is highly recommended.
*Data based on 2024 metrics.
Best things to do in Ninh Binh in April
Cycling along the green rice fields
April is a wonderful time to bike in Ninh Binh, thanks to the cool atmosphere and beautiful green rice fields. Unlike the chaotic traffic of Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, the roads here are more peaceful, with sidetracks surrounded by paddy fields or stunning nature. These tracks are also spacious and well connected between attractions, making it one of the easiest places to bike, even for newbies.
It’s highly recommended to start the journey from Tam Coc, which is connected to various attractions in the area by beautiful biking routes, such as this one. Biking is available for rent at almost every hotel or at some biking services, like Ninh Binh Bicycle Rental . Prices start at 4 USD/day for standard bikes and go up to 6 USD/day for sporty bikes.
Notes: Google Maps works well in Ninh Binh.
Attend centuries-old festivals
April is the most festive month in Ninh Binh, with more than 10 different festivals taking place across the province.
The Thai Vi Festival is a must if you’d prefer to see an authentic ritual performance of Ninh Binh. Taking place from the 14th to the 16th day of the lunar calendar (end of April) at Thai Vi Temple, this festival is a way to commemorate Tran Thai Tong King, who made a significant contribution to the province back in the 12th century.
Unlike Thai Vi, the Trang An Festival is focusing on promoting Ninh Binh’s tourism. During the festival, hundreds of locals will perform a procession by boat along the Sao Khe River. The procession will pass by stunning grottoes and stop by temples along the way before ending up at Vu Lam Palace—the end of the Trang An boat tour. Trang An festival is held annually on the 18th day of the 3rd lunar month (2nd half of April).
Taking Trang An Boat Tours
April is one of the greatest months to take a Trang An boat tour, not only because it collides with the Trang An festival but also thanks to the cool weather.
Starting from Van Lam Pier, a skilled local rower will sail you along the Sao Khe River, exploring the stunning limestone grottoes in the area, like Dark Cave, Light Cave, and Wine Brewing Cave. The 2-hours boat tour also unveiled ancient temples hidden among towering limestone mountains, such as Trinh Temple, Bao Hieu Pagoda (Gratitude Pagoda), or famous Vu Lam Palace.
