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Sapa Glass Bridge (Rong May Skywalk): Agent Guide
Short answer: the Sapa Glass Bridge — officially Rong May (Dragon Cloud) Glass Bridge — sits at the top of O Quy Ho Pass in Lai Chau province, about 17 km from Sa Pa town. A glass elevator about 300 metres tall takes visitors up the cliff to glass walkways more than 2,200 metres above sea level. It opened on 16 November 2019 and has been closed since 1 October 2026 until further notice. When open, a visit takes about 1.5 to 2 hours and the 2026 public ticket is 500,000 VND per adult. It is requested mostly by groups from Asian markets; many European clients prefer village walks, homestays, rice terraces and weaving workshops instead.
Sapa Glass Bridge at a glance
| Status | Closed since 1 October 2026 until further notice |
|---|---|
| Location | Top of O Quy Ho Pass, Lai Chau province — about 17 km from Sa Pa town (30–40 minutes by road) |
| Altitude | More than 2,200 m above sea level |
| Structure | Two glass bridges of about 60 m each projecting from the cliff, plus a cliffside walkway of about 200 m |
| Access | Glass elevator about 300 m tall, of which about 80 m runs inside the mountain |
| Opened | 16 November 2019 |
| Public ticket (2026) | Adult 500,000 VND · child 1–1.4 m 300,000 VND · under 1 m free. Programs are quoted at net rates. |
| Opening hours | When open, about 07:00–17:30; check on the day in bad weather |
| Visit length | About 1.5–2 hours including elevator, walkway and photos |
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Planning the visit for groups
- Transfer: the road from Sa Pa over O Quy Ho Pass is paved and coach-accessible. Incentive groups of 40–50 travel in a 45-seat coach or two 29-seat coaches; groups of 10–20 in a 16- or 29-seat vehicle; FIT and VIP in a private car or van.
- Queues: the elevator is the bottleneck at weekends and on Vietnamese holidays. Schedule groups for the first hours of the morning and confirm the slot with the site in advance.
- Weather: cloud often covers the view — that is part of the appeal, but it means no guaranteed panorama. In storms or strong wind the site can pause operation; plan a backup such as a village visit on the same day.
- Mixed-ability groups: the elevator removes the climb, and guests who do not want to step on glass can stay on the solid walkway.
- Timing with the program: combine with Cat Cat or a Muong Hoa village walk on the same day; avoid putting it on the arrival day from Hanoi.
Add-ons at the site
The Rong May complex also runs a zipline, a sky bicycle, a cloud walkway and a cliff swing, priced separately. For active groups these turn the stop into a longer adventure module; for mixed groups the cloud walkway is the gentler option.
Best time to visit
| Season | What guests see |
|---|---|
| Feb–Apr | Mild weather, spring flowers |
| May–Aug | Green terraces, more rain and cloud |
| Sep–Nov | Golden rice terraces, often the clearest views |
| Dec–Jan | Cold, seas of cloud, occasional frost or snow on the pass |
Where the glass bridge fits — by market
Groups from Asian markets often ask for the glass bridge and the Fansipan cable car, and Dong DMC includes them when requested. Many European clients prefer to skip man-made attractions and spend the time walking around Sa Pa town, visiting Red Dao, Hmong, Tay and Thai villages, staying in a homestay, walking the rice terraces and joining weaving and handicraft sessions. Both versions run from the same Sapa base.
3 days, 2 nights — Sapa classic
Day 1: Hanoi to Sa Pa, check-in. Day 2: Cat Cat village, then Rong May Glass Bridge (on request). Day 3: local market, return to Hanoi.
4 days, 3 nights — Sapa with adventure
Day 1: arrival and check-in. Day 2: Rong May Glass Bridge with zipline (on request), then Cat Cat village. Day 3: Muong Hoa valley walk or homestay. Day 4: local culture and departure.
4 days, 3 nights — incentive group
Day 1: welcome dinner with a cultural show. Day 2: early-morning glass bridge slot on request, or a village walk; afternoon spa. Day 3: Muong Hoa valley walk with a local guide, gala dinner. Day 4: free morning and departure.
For premium stays, Sapa hotels used in these programs include Hotel de la Coupole – MGallery (MICHELIN Key), Silk Path Grand Resort, KK Sapa Hotel and Pao's Sapa Leisure Hotel. Transfer planning from Hanoi is covered in the Hanoi–Sapa transfer guide for groups.
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FAQ
Is the Sapa Glass Bridge open now?
No. Rong May Glass Bridge has been closed since 1 October 2026 until further notice. Check the status with the Dong DMC partner desk before including it in a quote.
Where is the Sapa Glass Bridge?
At the top of O Quy Ho Pass, on the Lai Chau side of the pass, about 17 km from Sa Pa town. It is sold as "Sapa Glass Bridge" because almost every visitor reaches it from Sa Pa.
How high is the Rong May glass bridge?
The walkways are more than 2,200 metres above sea level, reached by a glass elevator about 300 metres tall.
Can elderly guests or children join?
Yes. The elevator removes the climb and there is a solid walkway for guests who do not want to stand on glass. Children under 1 metre enter free.
What happens in bad weather?
The site can pause operation in storms or strong wind. Keep a same-day backup in the program and confirm on the morning of the visit.
Can large groups visit?
Yes. Coaches can reach the site; book an early-morning slot to avoid elevator queues at weekends and holidays.
Is priority access available for VIP guests?
Priority time slots can be requested through the operator but are not guaranteed on peak days. Ask the Dong DMC partner desk for net rates and slot availability for your dates.
