Da Nang: Than Tai Hot Spring Park E-Ticket

Hot water, mountain air, and a full day out. Nui Than Tai Hot Spring Park makes a refreshing escape from Da Nang, only about 20 km from the city and roughly 30 minutes by car. I like the mix of natural mineral baths and mountain scenery, and I also like that your ticket covers more than soaking, including saunas, steam rooms, a lazy river slide, jacuzzis, and natural hot tubs.

The park is not perfect. Some rides close from 11:30 AM to 1 PM, and cooler weather can make the water park less appealing. You also need to arrange your own transport, since hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.

What makes this Da Nang day trip worth considering

• Hot springs with a mountain setting: Soak in natural mineral water while Ba Na Nui Chua’s older mountain scenery surrounds the park.
• A full day for $19: The ticket includes the mineral bath, sauna, steam bath, jacuzzi massage, natural hot tub, and lazy river slide.
• More than pools: You can also visit Thousand Lakes, the water park, Jurassic Park, Orchid Garden, Temple of Fortune, Game World, and the Tan Tai area.
• Go early for quieter water activities: Early arrival can mean a peaceful paddle around Lover’s Lake and a quieter pool.
• A useful family stop: Children 99 cm and below enter free, while children from 100 to 140 cm need a child ticket.
• Plan around the clock: The park opens at 8:30 AM, last admission is 3 PM, and closing time is 5:30 PM.

A mountain escape just outside Da Nang

Nui Than Tai Hot Spring Park sits in the Ba Na Nui Chua area, close enough to Da Nang for an easy day trip. The short drive matters. You get a change of air and scenery without giving up an entire day to transport.

The setting is the main reason to come. Mountains rise around the park, and the cooler air can feel welcome after time in Da Nang. The park describes the area as having four seasons in one day, so you should be ready for shifting conditions rather than one fixed type of weather.

I would think of this as a combination of nature stop, bathing complex, and family recreation park. It is not simply a quiet spa. You may spend part of the day in warm water, part walking through themed areas, and part trying slides or other activities.

That broad mix is useful if you are traveling with different interests. One person can relax in the hot water while another checks out the water park, dinosaurs, or game areas. The tradeoff is that the park can feel less peaceful once you move away from the bathing zones.

What your $19 ticket covers

At $19 per person, the ticket offers fair value if you plan to stay for several hours. The natural mineral bath is the core attraction, but your admission also includes a sauna, steam bath, lazy river slide, jacuzzi massage, and natural hot tub.

You are not paying only for a single pool visit. The ticket gives you room to build a full day around several types of activity. One five-star experience lasted seven hours and still felt as if more time would have been useful, which tells you how much there is to do if you use the park fully.

The value is less clear if you only want a quick soak. Since getting there takes transport and the park has many other areas, a short visit may not make the $19 admission feel as strong. I would plan for at least half a day, and preferably most of the operating hours.

Food and drinks from outside are not permitted. That means you should check the food options inside before arriving, especially if you are visiting with children or planning a long stay. A BBQ buffet is available as an option, with meat and seafood such as octopus, prawns, chicken, beef, and pork. The food comes unseasoned, so you will need to season it while cooking.

Start with the hot springs

The hot springs are the strongest part of the park. The bathing areas use natural mineral water, giving the visit a restful purpose beyond the usual pool day. You can move between the natural mineral bath, hot tub, sauna, steam bath, and jacuzzi massage.

Do not assume every water area will feel equally hot. One cool-day visit found that some pools were not especially warm, and that weather made the water park less attractive. If you are coming mainly for heat, check the conditions on the day and allow time to try more than one pool.

The hot springs also reward an early start. Arriving near opening time can give you a calmer beginning, and one family managed to have an entire pool to themselves for about 30 minutes. That kind of quiet is unlikely to last all day, so the first hour is a good time for your most relaxing soak.

I would schedule the hot springs before the slides and themed attractions. That gives you the peaceful part of the day first, then lets you move into the more active areas once you have had enough soaking.

Sauna, steam bath, hot tub, and jacuzzi time

The included wellness facilities make the ticket more useful. A sauna and steam bath offer a change from outdoor pools, while the jacuzzi massage adds another way to rest tired legs after walking around the park.

The natural hot tub is another good stop when you want something slower. You can treat the bathing area as a loose circuit: begin with a warm soak, try the steam bath or sauna, cool down, then return to the hot tub or mineral bath.

Keep your expectations practical. This is a large public attraction with water activities and family areas, not a small private spa. The hot springs can be wonderfully calm at the right time, but the mood may change as more people arrive.

Water slides and active attractions

The water park adds energy to the day, especially for families and anyone who would rather not spend hours in hot water. The lazy river slide is included, and the wider park also has rides and water activities.

Timing matters here. The rides close from 11:30 AM to 1 PM, so do them before lunch if they are a major reason for your visit. That midday pause did not cause a problem for one family, but it could frustrate you if you arrive late and expect immediate access to every ride.

Cool weather is another factor. One April visit found the water park difficult to enjoy because the day was cool. The hot springs still offered something to do, but the outdoor slides were less appealing. Pack your day around the forecast rather than assuming Da Nang’s usual warmth will follow you into the mountains.

Lover’s Lake, Jurassic Park, and the walking areas

The park gives you several places to break up the water time. The walk through Jurassic Park offers an easy change of pace, and the dinosaur displays can be a hit with children. It is not the reason I would travel to Nui Than Tai by itself, but it helps turn a bathing visit into a fuller outing.

Lover’s Lake offers paddle activity, and the paddle can take longer than you might expect. That is good news if you want a quiet ride, especially early in the day when the lake may be nearly empty. It is less useful if you are trying to rush through every part of the park.

You can also visit Thousand Lakes, Orchid Garden, Temple of Fortune, the mountain areas, and Tan Tai area. The listing also includes Game World with real-life games and free 9D to 12D movies. Since the park covers many different attractions, wear something suitable for walking between areas and leave enough time to explore rather than treating the visit as a quick stop.

How to plan your day from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM

The park opens at 8:30 AM and closes at 5:30 PM. Last admission is 3 PM, but arriving that late leaves little time for a good-value visit.

A sensible plan would look like this:

• 8:30 AM: Arrive and begin with the hot springs or a quieter pool.
• Morning: Try the sauna, steam bath, natural hot tub, and jacuzzi massage.
• Before 11:30 AM: Use the water slides and other rides before the midday closure.
• Around lunch: Consider the BBQ buffet or another food option inside the park.
• Afternoon: Walk through Jurassic Park, see the Orchid Garden, visit Temple of Fortune, and try Lover’s Lake.
• Before 3 PM: Make sure you have entered all areas you want to see, since admission ends then.
• Late afternoon: Return to the mineral bath for a final soak before the 5:30 PM closing.

You do not have to follow this order, but it protects you from missing the rides. It also puts the quieter water time at the beginning and end of the day, when the park may feel more relaxed.

Getting there and handling your ticket

Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you need to arrange your own way to the park. The attraction is about 20 km from central Da Nang and takes around 30 minutes by car, though your actual journey may vary with traffic and pickup arrangements.

For entry, bring either a mobile voucher or a printed voucher. After booking, you should receive a PDF ticket at least 24 hours before your chosen date. That PDF is the document you need to present at the entrance.

If it has not arrived by then, contact GlobalTix customer support through WhatsApp at +65 9765 3804. This is worth handling before you leave Da Nang, rather than waiting at the gate and trying to solve a ticket problem on the spot.

The ticket is valid for one day, with available starting times shown during booking. Cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and you can reserve now and pay later. Those terms are useful if your Da Nang plans depend on weather.

Families, food, and small practical details

Nui Than Tai works particularly well for families because the day can shift between quiet and active. Children 99 cm and below enter free, while children between 100 and 140 cm need a child ticket. The park includes water play, dinosaurs, paddle activity, movies, and games, so young visitors do not have to stay in the hot pools all day.

Parents should keep the size of the attraction in mind. You may be moving between several areas, and a long day can become tiring if you try to do everything. The best approach is to pick two or three priorities, then add other areas if everyone still has energy.

Outside food and drinks are not allowed. The BBQ buffet provides a practical meal, with seafood and several meats available for cooking yourself. The food is unseasoned, so bring your appetite and season as you cook. If you prefer a fully prepared meal, check what other food choices are operating when you arrive.

Cleanliness and organization have been praised, but conditions can vary across a large park. The most positive experiences focused on the hot springs, the variety of attractions, and the chance to spend seven hours without running out of things to do.

Who should book Nui Than Tai?

I would recommend this ticket to you if you want a full-day outing within easy reach of Da Nang and enjoy mixing relaxation with light entertainment. It suits families, couples, and groups where not everyone wants the same kind of day.

It is also a good choice if you like natural hot water but want more than a quiet bath. The mountain setting, sauna, steam room, water activities, Jurassic Park, Orchid Garden, and game areas create enough variety to fill the day.

I would be more cautious if you want a silent spa experience, dislike public attractions, or are visiting mainly for water slides in cool weather. You should also be comfortable arranging your own transport and buying food inside the park.

At $19, the admission is reasonable when you stay for several hours and use the included facilities. Arrive early, do the rides before the midday closure, and save time for the hot springs. Book it for a flexible day when the weather looks suitable, and Nui Than Tai can be one of the more relaxing breaks from Da Nang’s city pace.

Should you book this hot spring park?

Book Nui Than Tai if you want a varied day with natural mineral baths, mountain air, family attractions, and included water facilities for one modest admission price. The hot springs deserve the most attention, while the other attractions help fill the hours.

Skip it if your ideal outing is a small, quiet spa or if you cannot spare at least half a day. For most people, early arrival is the key choice: it gives you the best chance of quiet pools, enough time for the rides, and a full final soak before closing.

FAQ

How far is Nui Than Tai Hot Spring Park from Da Nang?

The park is about 20 km from central Da Nang and takes roughly 30 minutes by car.

What are the opening hours?

The park is open Monday through Sunday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Last admission is at 3 PM.

What does the entrance ticket include?

The ticket includes the natural mineral bath, sauna, steam bath, lazy river slide, jacuzzi massage, and natural hot tub. It also provides access to the attraction areas listed for the park, including Thousand Lakes, the water park, movies, Game World, Temple of Fortune, Jurassic Park, Orchid Garden, mountains, and the Tan Tai area.

Are children charged the full ticket price?

Children 99 cm and below enter free. Children from 100 to 140 cm require a child ticket.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you need to arrange your own transport.

Can I bring outside food and drinks?

No. Outside food and drinks are not permitted inside the attraction.

When do the rides close during the day?

The rides close between 11:30 AM and 1 PM. If the rides are important to you, use them in the morning.

What ticket do I need to show at the entrance?

You need to present a mobile or printed voucher. A PDF ticket should be sent at least 24 hours before your travel date, and that PDF is required for entry.