5 day combo (trekking & kayaking) tour through the Namha National Park

5 Day Combo | Trekking & Kayaking/Rafting

Tour Highlights

Trekking through the NamHa NPA (3 Days)
Kayaking or Rafting through the gorgeous Namtha & NamHa Rivers (2 Day)
Accommodations: Jungle camp, Homestay or eco-lodge at Hour Leuat Village

Jungle-style Meals
Visit Minority Village
Jungle campfire, Home stay and Eco-lodge

Tour overview

Over 5 thrilling days travel far and wide in the wild world of Namha NPA. Kayak along two major rivers of Namha: the fast-flowing and dramatic Namha, and the wide and mighty Namtha; trek further to explore the hidden heart of the forest.
Discover the enchanting natural world hidden deep within the primary rainforests of Namha NPA.
Enjoy authentic Lao food prepared by your guides using the resources of the jungle and traditional bushcraft methods.
Feast your eyes upon captivating views across the hills and valleys of Namha NPA – cameras at the ready!
Learn jungle survival skills: how to forage for food, build shelters, utilize natural resources.
Have the unique experience of camping in the depths of a wild and mystical jungle.
Visit remote hilltribe communities and discover their rich culture and way of life.
Experience Khmu village life at the villages of Nalan Tai and Houay Leuat, sleeping at either a village eco-lodge or family home.

program Details

Note: The program will differ depending on your choice of the 1, 2 or 3 day options. Please contact us for more info.

DAY 1
TREKKING

Departure: 9:00 am
Finish: 4-5:00 pm

Duration: 5-6 hours Trek
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Difficulty: Moderate
Tour code: DL-5-TK-NH

TIMETABLE

Morning
We meet at the Discovering Laos office at 9:00 am and take a tuk-tuk to the heart of Nam Ha NPA at ThaSae Village (Khamu village), stopping off at the local Lao market for supplies on the way. Once we arrive, we begin trekking on a trail that ascends high into the hills and deep into wild tropical forest.

Afternoon
At lunchtime we stop at a perfect spot in the jungle for a well-earned Lao picnic, expertly prepared by our guides using the resources of the surrounding environment. We continue on the trail through an impressive tropical forest filled with mighty mahogany trees, bamboo groves and wild banana plants.

Evening
After finding a suitable campsite our guides will teach you how to construct a shelter for the night, and how to select and find the right building materials. Relax, share some food and drinks by the campfire, and later fall asleep to the enchanting sounds of the jungle.

DAY 2
TREKKING

Departure: 10:00 am
Finish: 3-4:00pm (Nalan Village)

Duration: 5-6 hours trek
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Difficulty: Easy-Moderate
Tour code: DL-5-TK-NH

TIMETABLE

Morning
Wake up to the enchanting sounds of the jungle with a delicious and authentic Lao breakfast. Around 10:00 am we begin hiking through old-growth forest, totally immersed in the wild natural landscape as the trail leads us over rugged hills and across verdant valleys. All the while shaded from the sun by the canopies of tall and ancient trees. We stop at a suitably scenic location in the depths of the forest to enjoy an authentic picnic - Lao style!

Afternoon
After lunch we continue hiking on the trail through old-growth forest, eventually reaching an oasis of cultivated land comprising rice paddies, banana trees and fields of tall slender grasses. Soon after, we reach the Nalan village, a timeless refuge at the heart of the jungle preserving the unique culture of the Khmu people.

Evening
After arriving, take time to relax and enjoy a swim in the pristine Nam Ha River. After a delicious dinner, laid out by our guides, enjoy a few drinks with the locals or retire early to bed in the comfort of your homestay in Nalan village.

DAY 3
KAYAKING

Departure: 10:00 am
Finish: 4:00pm (Jungle campsite)

Duration: 5-6 hours Kayak/Raft
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch &Dinner

Difficulty: Easy-Moderate
Tour code: DL-5-TK-NH

TIMETABLE

Morning
Wake up to the sounds of village life with a tasty Lao breakfast and hot drink. At 10:00 am, following basic instructions on paddling techniques and safety, we begin paddling downriver, easing ourselves into the day with a couple of short visits to Khmu riverside villages of Nalan Tai and Lantan village of Namkoy. Soon after we find ourselves paddling through a dramatic cascade of roaring rapids.

Afternoon
Around lunchtime we find a calm stretch of water and stop at a scenic spot for another delicious Lao picnic. We continue paddling downriver, the stunning beauty of the Nam Ha landscape opens before us, as stretches of calm water offer the chance to spot tropical birds and aquatic wildlife. Before long the current grows in strength. We speed through a series of rapids and fast-flowing channels before joining the mighty Namtha River. By 3-4:00 pm we reach Houey Leuat village our place to stay for the night. Meet the locals, explore the surrounding area and take a refreshing dip in the river.

Evening
At 7:00 pm our guides will have prepared and be ready to serve an authentic Lao dinner. Later that night, depending on your chosen experience, drift to sleep in our eco-lodge, or village family homestay, to the sounds of the jungle and village life. 

DAY 4
TREKKING

Departure: 10:00 am
Finish: 3-4:00 pm ( Houay Leaut village)

Duration: 5-6 hours Trek
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Difficulty: Easy-Moderate
Tour code: DL-5-TK-NH

TIMETABLE

Morning
Wake up to the sounds of the jungle and daily village life with a hot drink and a tasty Lao breakfast. After breakfast at around 10:00 am we begin hiking on the trail up through hills enveloped in groves of bamboo. Enjoy the tranquil hike listening to the magical sounds of the rainforest.

Afternoon
As lunch time approaches you are joined by a guide from one of the local villages. Watch and learn as your guides collect resources from the jungle for an authentic Lao lunch using traditional cooking techniques.

Evening
Back on the river through an alternating landscape of exquisitely cultivated lands and dense tropical jungle. Before long we reach the beautifully farmed hillsides of Hat Yong village. Then head back to Houay Leuat village our place to stay for the night again.

DAY 5
KAYAK/RAFT NamTha River

Departure: 9:00am
Return: 6:00pm (Discovering Laos office)

Duration: 4-5 hours
Difficulty: Moderate-Challenging
Tour code: DL-5-TK-NH

TIMETABLE

Morning
Wake up to a Lao breakfast and drinks, freshly prepared by our ever-attentive guides. At 10:00 am we start paddling downriver past a rustic landscape carved into a rich mosaic of cultivated jungles.

Afternoon
After stopping off to visit a couple of quaint Khmu villages we find a perfect location on the river for a lunchtime picnic. Leaving behind the rice paddies and cultivated hinges, the river suddenly widens and the steep hills rising above become dense with lush tropical forest. Soon after we are tackling a dizzying number of exciting rapids, before reaching Hat Naleng village and the end of our river adventure. A tuk-tuk awaits our arrival and drops us off at the Discovering Laos office for approximately 4-5 pm.

Pricing

The price varies according to the number of participants and time of year. But will always decrease as more visitors book the same tour!

The price ranges from $162/person (USD) for 8+ Pax to $503/person (USD) for 1 Pax.

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