The sights of sunsets & view points are the epitome of savoring the moment. These moments truly comes alive via outdoor activities, hunting down local sites , and motorbike adventures in SE Asia.
Sunsets (and Sunrises)
There is something magical about sunsets – beautiful orange / yellow / purple / pink sunsets! They’re almost like a sunset rainbow, if that was a thing? Yea, let’s go with “sunset rainbow”.
Depending on where you are in SE Asia (we cannot make guarantees), the entire sky is filled with a beautiful array of color at sunset! Find a spot, and wave it farewell.
“Want to go to see the sunrise?” 🌅, is on the tip of many a backpacker’s tongues.
Early morning tours like the Mount Batur trek in Bali are arranged in an effort to find the best sunrise viewpoints. Angkor Wat sunrise is another well-traveled sunrise tour. P.S. Always read reviews before you book.
Tour or not, no-one owns the sunrise and sunset. Get creative, find a spot, and enjoy it alone in peace or with surrounding company.
Viewpoints in SE Asia
Backdrops
Mountains, the jungle, the ocean and water ways . The list is long and we’ll let your travel discoveries elaborate on our behalf.
Eat, Drink, & Be Merry
Marveling at stunning views is one of life’s most delightful pleasures. Feast with your eyes.
It gets better – add in a relaxing chair 🪑, sipping coffee 🍵, and/or enjoying a meal 🍴. What more could you ask for!?
Locals capitalize on good views, and there is no shortage of cafes and restaurants with a view or two (hehe that rhymes).
Motorbike Riding
Motorbiking 🏍️ through the countryside and on ‘riding loops‘ (Ha Giang loop, Thakhek loop, etc) offer riders some of the best views. Vietnam and Bali are among riders’ favorites.
Hiking
Not all viewpoints 🌄 come free – you have to work 🚶➡️for it. Hiking up to the viewpoints is satisfying.
Reaching the top, you will pant a sigh of relief followed by the realization that you made it! Undoubtably, you will be rewarded with good views.
Yea, you could’ve looked at pictures of the view online, but you know it’s just not the same!
Rooftop Restaurants & Bars
These come in all types – laid back to fine dining.
Some are come-as-you-are, others enforce the dress code of dress to impress. What they all offer is a rooftop with a view.