Thac May & Chill Cafe

1. THAC MAY & CHILL: A CLOUD-HUNTING PARADISE IN TRAI MAT

1.1. Panoramic views embracing the entire valley

Located in the Trai Mat area – significantly higher in elevation than the city center, Thac May & Chill boasts an open, unobstructed view overlooking the greenhouse valley below. This is an ideal spot to admire floating seas of clouds in the early morning or enjoy the sparkling lights from flower greenhouses illuminating the valley at night.

1.2. A dreamy artificial waterfall amidst the mist

The most distinctive highlight of the café is its artificial waterfall system cascading over stone steps. Combined with mist-spraying machines, the area around the waterfall is always enveloped in a hazy layer of vapor, creating a true “cloud waterfall” effect that lives up to its name and elevates every check-in photo with a mystical, artistic vibe.

2. MENU AND EXPERIENCE COSTS

• Diverse beverage selection: The café serves a wide range of drinks, from espresso-based coffee and fruit teas to hot tea options that help keep you warm in the chilly Trai Mat weather.
• Reference price range: Ranging from 45,000 VND – 80,000 VND. This is an average price level for Da Lat cafés with valley views and well-invested décor.
• Opening hours: 05:00 – 19:00 daily (Opens very early to welcome cloud-hunting visitors).

3. CLOUD-HUNTING AND PHOTO TIPS AT DOC SO 9

• Best time for cloud hunting: To catch the most beautiful sea of clouds, you should arrive at the café between 5:30 – 6:30 AM, when the clouds are usually at their thickest and most floating.
• Sunset watching: In addition to cloud hunting, this is also a premium sunset-viewing spot. As the sun slowly sets behind the hills, the entire valley is bathed in soft peach-orange hues, creating a deeply romantic atmosphere.
• Travel notes: The road to Trai Mat and Doc so 9 features many slopes and sharp turns. If you travel by motorbike early in the morning, be mindful of fog that may reduce visibility and make sure to keep yourself warm.