Located around 16km from Sapa, the cloud bridge sits inside the Rong May Glass Bridge tourist complex in Lai Chau Province and has become one of the region’s most popular adventure attractions.
Michael Turner, a tourist from the US, said he had tried many extreme activities across Southeast Asia, but walking through the air on the bridge at an altitude of 2,200 metres felt entirely different.
“When I reached the middle of the bridge, the strong wind made it shake slightly. Looking down, I could only see clouds covering the mountains and forests below. It was both terrifying and exhilarating,” he said.
The 23-year-old added that what impressed him most was not only the height but also the dramatic natural scenery surrounding the site.
After reaching the opposite side, Turner stood silently for several minutes, gazing at the sea of clouds and distant mountain ranges. He said the experience felt as though he had overcome his own limits.
Olivia Harris, a tourist from Australia, admitted she burst into tears after completing the crossing.
“I screamed from the very first steps because I was so frightened. At one point I wanted to stop and turn back, but the guide kept encouraging me,” she recalled.
According to Harris, the bridge created a constant feeling of instability while mountain winds blew strongly throughout the journey.
After finishing the crossing, she laughed and cried at the same time, describing the moment as overcoming something she once believed impossible.
Beyond testing visitors’ courage, the bridge has also become a memorable location for international couples celebrating special moments.
Daniel Brooks, a tourist from the UK, said he chose the bridge suspended above the clouds to propose to his girlfriend, Emily Watson, after days of planning.
As the couple walked across surrounded by mist-covered mountains, Brooks realised there could be no better moment to ask the question.
He admitted kneeling on the swaying bridge felt even more nerve-racking than crossing the deep valley below.
“My hands were shaking because of both the height and the fear of being rejected,” he said. “But when she said yes, we hugged and cried together in the middle of the bridge.”
Many international visitors say the attraction offers more than a simple thrill ride, providing a rare sense of conquering the rugged landscapes of Vietnam’s northwest mountains.
Speaking to Dantri/Dtinews, representatives of the tourist site said the cloud bridge is currently among the destination’s most popular adventure activities, alongside attractions such as the “death swing”, mountain climbing and cloud cycling experiences.
Before the bridge was introduced, the complex featured a narrow wooden suspension bridge hanging along a cliff at the same altitude. However, that structure is currently under maintenance, making the cloud bridge the main replacement attraction.
Opened in 2022, the bridge stretches around 180 metres and consists of 168 steps made from textured steel sheets. Suspended 2,200 metres above sea level, it overlooks sweeping mountain scenery and often appears to float through clouds due to the altitude.
Visitors typically spend between 15 and 20 minutes completing the round trip crossing. Foreign tourists account for around 70 per cent of participants, according to operators, largely because of their interest in adventurous experiences.
To ensure safety, only 10 to 15 people are allowed on the bridge at a time. Visitors are required to wear helmets and safety harnesses, sign liability waivers and receive detailed instructions before beginning the crossing.
Staff members remain stationed at both ends of the bridge and accompany guests throughout the experience.
Operators said some visitors become overwhelmed with fear and cry while standing on the suspended structure, prompting staff to encourage and support them until they complete the route.
Alongside moments of tension, the bridge has also witnessed emotional scenes, with several tourists choosing the site for marriage proposals above the clouds.
Tickets for the experience currently cost around VND 150,000 (approximately USD 5.80) per person. During the final six months of the year, considered the peak tourism season, the attraction welcomes thousands of international visitors each month.
