Mount Cam (Thien Cam Son) is the highest and most majestic mountain in the legendary That Son mountain range, and is known as the "roof of the Southwest region" with an altitude of 705m – 716m above sea level. This mountain is a renowned spiritual and ecological tourism center in the Mekong Delta.
Notable Tourist Attractions:
- Giant Maitreya Buddha Statue: The seated Maitreya Buddha statue on the mountaintop is 33.6m tall, holding the record for the largest in Southeast Asia, with a characteristic compassionate and benevolent expression.
- Van Linh Pagoda: This pagoda boasts a majestic 9-story Bao Cac tower, 35m high, overlooking the emerald green Thuy Liem lake.
- Big Buddha Pagoda: Home to a nearly 2m tall Buddha statue with a long history, it is a familiar pilgrimage site for visitors from all over.
- Thuy Liem Lake: A large artificial lake located right in the center of the mountain peak, creating a picturesque landscape and a place for releasing animals and praying for peace.
- Vo Bo Hong Peak: The highest peak on Mount Cam, home to the statue of the Jade Emperor, shrouded in mist year-round.
You can ascend the mountain by modern cable car, tour bus, or trekking. Details of service fees include:
- Entrance ticket: 20,000 VND / adult, 10,000 VND / child
- Round-trip cable car: 350,000 VND / adult, 200,000 VND / child
- Round-trip tourist bus: 200,000 VND / adult, 140,000 VND / child
- Combo 2 (Entrance + Round-trip cable car + Electric car): 420,000 VND / adult, 240,000 VND / child
The trekking trip on Mount Cam is an ideal experience for those who love exploration, with a total route length ranging from 7km to 15km depending on the route you choose. The average time to complete the trekking trip is 7 to 8 hours for both ways.