Namha Villages Experience Trek

Route

What's the plan?

Day 1: Luangnamtha – Ban Nalan Neua (Kmu tribe)

What's Included

Included:

√ Transfers
On the first day of the trek, we will pick you up from your hotel and we will drive you from Luang Namtha to the starting point of the trek. On the last day of the trek, we will dive you back to Luang Namtha. Transfers will be done in a minivan or Tuk-Tuk.

√ Water
The trekking company will provide all the water necessary during the trek. The Hiker provides 3 liters of water per trekker, per day of trek. You will have to carry your water in your bag during the trek.

√ Guide
A professional, English speaking, local guide will accompany you during the whole trek. The guide will also cook your meals along the way.

√ Meals
During this trek in the jungle, you will eat locally prepared food. Most of the ingredients will be wild organic food, fresh from nature. During the afternoon, you are welcome to join the locals and the guide and help them to prepare dinner. Meals included are 2 lunches, 1 breakfast, and 1 dinner.

√ Accommodation
During the Namha Villages Experience Trek, you will experience either a homestay with the local families or lodging alongside the tranquil riverbank. During your stay, you will get to meet the locals and learn from their way of life. 

√ Entrance fees and permits
The government taxes and all entrance and travel fees required for this trek are included in the price of the trek.

Excluded:

× Flights
The total amount excludes flights to and from Laos. 

× Porters
During the trek, you will have to carry your own bag. You will also have to carry your sleeping bag for the camping nights and the water for the day.

× Accommodation before and after the trek
Before and after the trek you have to take care of your own accommodation.

× Personal expenses
All personal expenses such as drinks at the bar, washing and other similar expenses are for your own account.

× Travel Insurance Including Repatriation
Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. It is important that your travel insurance also covers trekking trips. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before you travel to Laos.

Accommodation

FAQ

Packing List

Packing List

While trekking in Laos, having the right equipment is paramount. Since the climate in our country is tropical, you must always be prepared for hot temperatures and unexpected rain. In The Hiker we have prepared a detailed packing list for our trekkers so that there are no unpleasant surprises during the hike. Here is what you must bring:

- Rucksack
- Hiking boots
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Mosquito spray
- Torch
- Clothes/shoes to get wet
- Change of clothes
- Warm clothes
- Pocket money
- Raincoat (Wet season)

Safety

Safety

Safety is of the utmost importance to us. That is why this is an area in which we simply do not compromise when it comes to keeping the cost of our trekkings low. Our guides have been selected on the basis of their technical competence, proven safety performance, impeccable judgment, friendly attitude and ability to provide useful and expert instructions. They are also very professional and well trained in first aid and personal protection equipment.

The Hiker

The Hiker

THE HIKER is a local travel agency offering high quality trekking and eco-adventure tours in the Luang Namtha region of Northern Laos. The Hiker’s aim is to innovatively contribute to the tourism industry with a professional and ethical service, providing premium quality eco-tours that cater for all clients, whilst sharing the responsibility and benefits with local communities.

Our main goals are:

1. To consciously contribute to the conservation of Laos’ natural biodiversity and cultural heritage.

2. To present a unique experience in eco-tours by offering specialised activities.

3. To actively engage with local communities by educating and enriching their inherited pool of knowledge regarding the use of natural resources in a sustainable manner, thus creating an awareness in allowing the local ecosystems to remain relatively stable and balanced.

4. To create opportunities for local communities to reach a sufficient source of income.

How to Book

How does it work?

On Bookatrekking.com you can find and compare the adventures of your dreams. Is this trekking adventure your match? In that case you can proceed to booking. At Bookatrekking.com you make a deposit of 20% of the total amount. You pay the remaining amount on location prior to the trek directly to the trekking company.

Bookatrekking.com uses only the safest payment methods. Once your booking has been received, your place is reserved, your place is safe and you can look forward to your chosen trekking.

After you have made your booking, you will receive an e-mail confirmation with all necessary information and the contact details of the trekking company. If you have any questions or if you want to clarify something, you can obtain information directly from the right person. Of course, you can also always ask us your question. Send us an e-mail on support@bookatrekking.com

The trekking company will also receive your details and can therefore always contact you and provide you with extra information.

Cancellation Policy

Bookatrekking.com is dedicated to providing the best possible experience for you. We understand that life can be unpredictable and that plans may change. In recognition of this, we have created a flexible cancellation policy for our trekkings. You may cancel your trekking reservation free of charge if you notify us at least 14 days prior to the scheduled departure date. If you cancel within 14 days of your start date, you will lose your deposit.

Is it not quite clear yet or do you have questions? Please contact us via support@bookatrekking.com. We are happy to help you.