3 Day Trekking | Luang Namtha-Namha NPA
Great for passionate trekkers with good fitness levels,
who also want to learn the secrets of jungle survival!
Tour Overview
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 jaw-dropping 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 deep in the heart of a wild, mystical jungle
Visit remote hilltribe communities and discover their rich culture and way of life
Experience village life by spending a night at a homestay or eco-lodge as a guest of the Khmu people at Nalan Tai Village
Tour Highlights
Trekking through NamHa NPA for 3 days
Jungle-style Meals
Visit Minority Villages
Accommodation: Jungle Camp, Homestay or Eco-Lodge in Nalan Tai Village
Program Details
DAY 1
TREKKING
Departure: 9:00am
Finish: 4:00 (Jungle camp)
Duration: 5-6 hours trek
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Difficulty: Moderate-Challenging
Tour code: DL-3-T-NH
TIMETABLE
Morning
At 9:00 am we meet at the Discovering Laos office and take a tuk-tuk ride to the start of the trail near ThaSae village. On the route we stop off briefly at the local Laos market for supplies. From the start of the hike we find ourselves immediately immersed in lush tropical forest, as the trail leads us deeper into the jungle. We continue hiking for 2-3 hours over hills and valleys shaded from the sun by the magnificent jungle canopy.
Midday
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.
Afternoon
We continue on the trail through a hugely impressive primary forest populated with mighty mahogany trees, bamboo groves and wild banana plants. 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.
Evening
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: 3:00 (Nalan Tai village)
Duration: 5-6 hours trek
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Difficulty: Moderate-Challenging
Tour code: DL-3-T-NH
TIMETABLE
Morning
Wake up in the heart of the jungle to gentle birdsong and a tasty breakfast laid on by our ever-attentive guides. We start walking on the trail at around 10:00 am with a rewarding hike over richly forested hills and across lush and verdant valleys.
Midday
Lunch time – jungle style! Learn from our guides how to find and prepare your own food using the jungle resources. Watch, learn, and get involved cooking your lunch using authentic jungle techniques.
Afternoon
Back on the trail we continue our hike through ancient forests filled with life. Before long we begin a steady descent on a hillside with jaw-dropping views across the valleys of the Namha NPA. Around 3:00 pm, we reach the picturesque and timeless of Khamu tribe. Meet the locals and learn about their unique way of life , Nalan village where our home fo night .
Evening
A traditional Lao dinner will be served in your Khmu family homestay.
DAY 3
TREKKING
Departure: 10:00 am
Return: 3-4:00 pm (Discovering Laos office)
Duration: 4-5 hours trek
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Difficulty: Easy-Moderate
Tour code: DL-3-T1-NH
TIMETABLE
Morning
Wake up to the enchanting sounds of the jungle and village life with a delicious, authentic Lao breakfast. Around 10:00 am we begin a 2 hour hike through old-growth forest, totally immersed in the wild natural landscape as the trail gradually rises along a steep inclination.
Afternoon
We stop at a suitable scenic location in the depths of the forest to enjoy an authentic Lao-style picnic, freshly prepared by your guides using the natural resources of the jungle.
Back on the trail we steadily descend through luscious rainforest until reaching the Chalermsouk village of the Khmu people. After passing through exquisitely cultivated lands the trek ends at traditional rice storage houses amidst a patchwork of paddy fields. From there we take an invigorating tuk-tuk ride back to the Discovering Laos office, arriving back in Luang Namtha at approx 4-5:00pm.
*If you like a challenge, you can pick Option 2 for Day 3.
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 $92/person (USD) for 8+ Pax to $270/person (USD) for 1 Pax.
Contact us to check the availability of a tour & the number of people who may have already signed up for the tour for an accurate pricing.
You can contact us directly now via WhatsApp +8562022990344 for pricing, booking, tour information and further inquiries. Or reach us via the contact request form below if you prefer to send us an email.
WHAT DOES THE PRICE INCLUDE?
Vehicle transport
Local English speaking guide
Local Minority assistant-guide
Accommodation
Mosquito net, pillow, blanket
Drinking Water
Meals (7 meals)
National Park Fee
Community Distribution
Government Taxes and Fees
WHAT TO BRING
Comfortable hiking footwear
Long trousers/pants
Sunscreen, Hat, Sunglasses
Mosquito repellent
Rain jacket (rainy season June-Sep)
Warm clothes (winter Oct-March)
Towel, flip flops, personal toiletries
Personal medicines
Head-torch or flashlight
Tissues or toilet paper
Cash (for handicraft & extras)
Note: Warm clothes for the evening is advisable especially during the winter, between Oct-March.
NAMHA NATIONAL BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION AREA MAP
Map Key:
Yellow: Trekking trails
Red: Indigenous villages
Dark Blue: Namha River
Beige: Main road
Brown: Secondary road
Blue: Namtha River