January
20.7°C ~ 69°F
3 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
Chu Dang Ya Volcano
A dormant volcano with a crater you can walk around, famous for its wild sunflower bloom in November.
- Location
- Pleiku
- Time needed
- 1.5 – 2 hours
- Entry fee
- No entrance ticket found…
- Best months
- Nov – Apr
Overview
Chu Dang Ya is a dormant volcano about 30 km north of Pleiku. The crater and slopes are covered with wild sunflowers, called da quy, that bloom around November each year and turn the hillside yellow. Outside the bloom the hill is green, and you can still walk around the crater rim.
It is part of the Bien Ho – Chu Dang Ya tourism area. Come early in the morning or late in the afternoon for the best photographs and cooler air. Allow 1.5 to 2 hours, and bring a hat and water.
Highlights
- See the wild sunflowers in November
- Walk around the crater rim
- Look across the red-basalt plateau
- Photograph the hill in morning or evening light
Visitor information
| Opening hours | Open-air site with no fixed hours found; go in daylight |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | No entrance ticket found in 2023 – 2025 guides; it is an open natural site. Ask locally about parking. |
| Time needed | 1.5 – 2 hours |
| Best time of day | November for the sunflowers; morning or late afternoon |
| Good for | Photographers, hikers |
| Accessibility | Uneven trail up to the crater rim |
| Facilities | Limited facilities |
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 30 km north of Pleiku. Most visitors go by motorbike or car.
- Chu Dang Ya Volcano
Tips before you go
- Visit in November for the sunflower bloom
- Go early or late to avoid the heat
- Bring a hat and water, as there is little shade
- Wear shoes with grip for the dry slopes
Location
About 20 km from Pleiku
More attractions in Pleiku
FAQs
When do the sunflowers bloom?
Around November each year.
How far is it from Pleiku?
About 30 km.
How long do I need?
About 1.5 – 2 hours.