This year, the shimmering river will become the stage for an unprecedented celebration — the Tam Coc Water Lily Festival 2025. The event honors the pure beauty and resilient vitality of the water lily, a flower deeply connected to the daily life and soul of Ninh Binh’s heritage land.

Under the theme “Melody of Water Lilies – A Symphony on the River,” the festival will transform Tam Coc into a magnificent open-air stage, blending nature, music, and art. The serene river will turn into a living canvas where light, sound, and the soft purple hues of the lilies intertwine to create a breathtaking symphony of sky and water.

In the clear autumn air, the water lilies stretch gracefully above the still surface, mirroring the limestone mountains that tower around them — a vibrant yet tranquil masterpiece of nature. Unlike the bustling summer months, the period from late October to early December offers an ideal time to discover Tam Coc – Bich Dong at its most gentle and romantic.

At dawn, when the first golden rays touch the river, the entire surface glows like silk. Local boat rowers skillfully guide visitors through a floating sea of water lilies, each gentle stroke of the oar composing a melody of nature. The chirping of birds, the sound of water lapping against the boat, and the faint fragrance of lotus combine to evoke an indescribable sense of peace.

Beyond its scenery, the water lily season is also a dream come true for photographers seeking to capture Ninh Binh’s golden moments. Whether in the soft light of sunrise or the warm glow of sunset, every photo tells its own poetic story — enchanting and serene.

More than just a flower, the Tam Coc water lily symbolizes purity, vitality, and resilience — qualities that reflect the very spirit of Ninh Binh and its people: humble, enduring, yet profoundly poetic.

If you’re searching for a tranquil journey to reconnect with nature’s calm beauty, come to Ninh Binh during this magical season. Tam Coc in water lily bloom will capture your heart at first sight.