January
20.7°C ~ 69°F
3 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
Bien Ho (T’Nung Lake)
A crater lake about 7 km from Pleiku, with a Quan The Am statue on the shore.
- Location
- Pleiku
- Time needed
- 1 – 2 hours
- Entry fee
- 5,000 – 10,000 VND
- Best months
- Nov – Apr
Overview
Bien Ho, also called T'Nung Lake, is a crater lake of nearly 300 hectares at about 800 m above sea level. It is sometimes called the bottomless lake because the old volcano craters are so deep. A strip of land runs into the water, with a white marble statue of Quan The Am on the shore.
The lake is about 7 km from Pleiku and is the city's best-known sight. It is a peaceful place for a walk among pine trees, for photographs and for sunset. Plan 1 to 2 hours, and combine it with Chu Dang Ya in the same area.
Highlights
- Walk along the lake in the pine forest
- See the white Quan The Am statue
- Watch the sunset over the water
- Visit Chu Dang Ya on the same trip
Visitor information
| Opening hours | About 6:00 – 18:00 daily; busiest around 9:00 |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | About 5,000 – 10,000 VND per visit (Mytour guide, updated Oct 2026) |
| Time needed | 1 – 2 hours |
| Best time of day | Late afternoon |
| Good for | Photographers, couples |
| Accessibility | Mostly flat |
| Facilities | Cafes, parking |
Prices and hours can change. Check the official source before you go.
Best time to visit
Weather in Pleiku by month.
February
21.7°C ~ 71°F
2 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
March
24.1°C ~ 75°F
4 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
April
25.4°C ~ 78°F
10 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
May
24.8°C ~ 77°F
23 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
June
23.4°C ~ 74°F
28 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
July
22.7°C ~ 73°F
30 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
August
22.8°C ~ 73°F
30 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
September
22.7°C ~ 73°F
28 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
October
22.5°C ~ 73°F
20 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
November
22.1°C ~ 72°F
10 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
December
20.8°C ~ 69°F
3 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
How to get there
- From Pleiku centre
About 7 km from Pleiku city centre. A short taxi or motorbike ride.
- Bien Ho (T’Nung Lake)
Tips before you go
- Go late afternoon for sunset
- Bring a light jacket in the evening
- Avoid weekends if you want a quiet visit
- Combine it with Chu Dang Ya if you have time
Location
About 7 km from central Pleiku
More attractions in Pleiku
FAQs
Why is Bien Ho called the bottomless lake?
The old crater is very deep.
How far is it from Pleiku?
About 7 km.
When is the best time to visit?
Late afternoon for sunset.