1 day kayak/RAFTING 

namha river
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MINORITY VILLAGES

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Great for kayak buffs short on time but require the full-on water experience on the Namha river during peak season
• ​Watch dramatic scenery unfold while paddling downriver, tackling exciting rapids and having the time of your life
• Experience the thrills on the fastest flowing river in the region during the wet season, not to missed!
• Enjoy the backdrop of enthralling natural beauty and flow past local children and village on the banks of the river
• Enjoy a delicious Lao picnic at a truly unique and picturesque location on the Namha river
• Visit remote tribal villages of the Lantan and Khmu people; learn about their unique cultures and way of life

program DETAILS

DAY 1
​KAYAK/RAFT
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​Departure: 7:30am
Return: 4-5:00pm (Discovering Laos office)

Duration: 6-7 hours kayak/raft
Lunch Break
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Difficulty: Easy-Moderate   
Tour code: DL-1-K-NH

TIMETABLE

Morning
We meet up at the Discovering Laos office at 7:30am and take a tuk-tuk to Tha Sae village, situated on the Namtha river. After some basic instructions on kayaking techniques and safety we begin paddling downriver through the heart of the national protected area where, almost immediately, we find ourselves surrounded by lush tropical forest rising high from the riverbank on either side.

Midday
After a few hours paddling through spectacular scenery and thrilling rapids, we stop at a peaceful riverside location for a Lao picnic lunch and, as is highly recommended, a refreshing swim in the river.
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Afternoon
Back on the river we encounter a series of yet more exciting rapids, all set against the backdrop of stunning natural beauty.  Further downriver we stop off to visit a couple of minority villages; heading first to the Khmu village of Ban Nalan, followed by the Lantan village, Ban Nam Koy. At each village we have the opportunity to meet the local people and learn something about their way of life. As we continue downriver the current alternates between periods of calm and fast flowing waters, with the chance to spot beautiful tropical birds between tackling wild rapids.
Towards the end of the day we join the mighty Namtha river and, after crossing a final few rapids, we reach Houay Leuat village and the end of the river adventure. We then hop aboard the waiting tuk-tuk for a swift ride back to the Discovering Laos office in Luang Namtha.

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namha national biodiversity conservation area MAP

*Click on the map for a larger view to zoom

Map Key:
Red: Indigenous villages 
Dark Blue: Namha River (Kayak/Raft)
Beige: Main road 
​Brown: Secondary road 

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PRICE OF THE TOUR

The price may vary according to the number of participants and time of year. The price decreases as more visitors book the same tour!

​Contact us directly now via WhatsApp +8562022990344 for pricing, booking, tour information and further enquiries.

You'll receive a swift response from Vanxai Inyasone, owner of Discovering Laos. There is also a contact request form down below if you prefer to send us an email.

THE PRICE INCLUDES

Vehicle transport
Local English speaking guide
Drinking Water
Lunch
Helmet & Lifejacket
​Drybag use
National Park Fee
Community Distribution
Government Taxes and charges

WHAT TO BRING

- Swimwear
- Shorts and top
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Hat
- Sandals or water shoes 
- Towel
- Sunglasses
- Warm clothes (winter Oct-March)
- Personal Medicines
- Cash (for handicraft)
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Note: Bringing warm clothes is strongly advisable to change into for the tuk-tuk ride back to the office.

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