Rescue workers recovered the body of a tourist who had been missing at Khau Lan Waterfall in Tuyen Quang Province at approximately 2 pm on September 3.
According to Tuyen Quang Provincial Police Department, the victim had been swept by strong currents into a cave located around five to six metres from the waterfall's entrance.
The search operation was particularly challenging because powerful water flows from the waterfall passed directly above the cave, creating strong currents and severely limiting underwater visibility.
Throughout the rescue effort, teams continuously surveyed the terrain, assessed water flow patterns and used specialised equipment to inspect caves, the base of the waterfall and nearby rock crevices.
The victim's body has been handed over to local authorities and family members for funeral procedures in accordance with regulations.
Authorities had earlier received reports on the afternoon of September 1 that two tourists from Ho Chi Minh City had entered the water at Khau Lan Waterfall.
A 30-year-old man subsequently drowned and was swept into a cave area beneath the waterfall, where he went missing.
Following the report, rescue teams equipped with specialised vehicles and equipment were dispatched to the scene.
Khau Lan Waterfall is located in a valley in Quan Ba Commune, Tuyen Quang Province, approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of the former Ha Giang Province.
The waterfall is known for its dramatic natural beauty, surrounded by lush tropical forest. Powerful streams flow between large rock formations before plunging into a pool below, while large tree trunks spanning the water contribute to its rugged and untouched landscape.
The site has not been officially developed for tourism and is primarily visited by independent travellers.
Travel forums frequently recommend visiting the area with local guides to avoid getting lost and to improve safety in the remote terrain.
Visitors are also advised to avoid travelling during the rainy season, when dense forests, venomous wildlife and rapidly rising water levels can create significant hazards.
