Safari on the Nam Ha National Protected Area

4 days

T1 trails

Distance: 0 - 10 km per day

250 - 500 m ascent per day

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> Spend one night with a local family
> Cook traditional jungle food with your local guide
> Spend your nights camping in the middle of the jungle

Get ready for a 4-day safari, to experience the wild side of Namha National Protected Area, where our extreme journey through the dense forest will allow you to experience jungle camping in the middle of nowhere. You will learn about native fauna and flora, as well as getting tips on how to survive in the dense forest from your experienced guide, you will have a chance to see some wildlife and visit remote villages along the way.

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Luang Namtha – Ban Prang – Mountain Ridge Campsite

Your safari excursion starts from The Hiker office at 8:30 am, meet your guide then drive southward to Ban Prang where you will meet your local guides who will assist you during our jungle trip. The first-day hike will take about 6 hours, including rest stops and a break for lunch. The hiking condition is not too difficult as we walk through the shade of the primary forest. Once we reach our camping site, your guide and you will prepare the simple hut and bed for the night’s sleep. You will cook jungle food for dinner and relax around the campfire for the evening or you can choose to go for a night walk near the campsite.

Mountain Ridge Campsite

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Mountain Ridge Campsite - Under Hundred Years Old Trees

Wake up to the sun and enjoy the fresh crisp morning air and listen to the animals (birds, squirrels, civet) scurrying around. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and freshly cooked breakfast. Today we hike through interesting and dense forest. Don’t hesitate to ask your guides any questions! Enjoy walking along or in a stream – yes your feet will get wet! We have lunch on the way. In the thick forest, you will see big old trees until we reach our campsite. We will have a freshly made jungle dinner before retiring to our jungle beds, exhausted!

Under Hundred Years Old Trees

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Campsite 2 – Wild Khmu Village Homestay

Our day begins later allowing you to sleep in or explore your surroundings. Today’s hike is not as long as the previous days but there will be ascending and descending trails. We hike out from the dense forest, along the valley until we reach the main river of the Nam Ha area. You will cross the river through a suspension bridge or walk through the water. We have lunch along the way and then continue walking along the riverside for an hour to Ban Nalan (Khmu village). Here we will spend the night with a local family. For the remainder of the day, you can spend time around the village observing the locals or swim in the crystal clear water of the river. We enjoy a meal and a relaxing evening with our host family.

Wild Khmu Village

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Included

Transfers

All necessary transfers (bus, taxi, private transport, etc.) as described in the itinerary are included.
Accommodation in tents

During your trek, you will stay in tents. The crew will take care of setting up all camping equipment.
Homestay in villages

In the villages you will experience you will experience a typical homestay, where you will get to meet the locals and learn from their way of life.
Meals

This trek includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Professional guide

During your trek, you will at all times be accompanied by an English speaking guide.
Permits

The cost of permits to enter the national park during your trek is included in the price.
Water

Enough drinking water will be provided during the trip.

Excluded

Traveling to and from

This trip does not include costs for transportation (flights, bus travel, etc.) to your destination.
Tipping

Gratuities for the guide are not covered by the trek's price. The amount to tip is at your discretion, yet if you've received excellent service from your guide, considering a generous tip is appreciated.
Travel Insurance

Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. It is important that your travel insurance also covers adventures at a high altitude. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.
Accommodation before and after the trek

Before and after the trek you have to take care of your own accommodation.
Personal expenses

Personal expenses such as souvenirs, drinks at the bar and other similar expenses are your own responsibility.

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Safari on the Nam Ha National Protected Area

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