Buon Me Thuot, the capital of Dak Lak Province, lies deep in Vietnam's lush green central highlands and is the starting point for the region's impressive natural wonders - the many hidden waterfalls and Yok Don, the country's largest nature reserve. Buon Me Thuot is home to more than 40 ethnic minorities and also shows the rich cultural diversity of the region. Many impressive waterfalls are located in close proximity to Buon Me Thuot. The best one is located in Dray Sap, about 12 km from the city. Dak Lak province is home to a variety of hill tribes. Stay with Hmong families in their impressive wooden longhouses on Lak Lake and dance to the traditional UNESCO-recognized gongs of the Central Highlands. Drink freshly squeezed sugar cane juice, hear the stories of the elephant catcher king at Ban Don.