Khmu Hilltribe Village Experience - Trekking & Kayaking
(2D1N)

Tour Code: LPQ-81 Duration: 2 Days / 1 Nights

Discover how the Hmong and Khmu ethnics live in the remote villages of Laos and experience the tranquility of Laos’ dense and vast forests!

Highlights:

• Gain some Insights on how the Hmong and Khmu Culture and Activities
• Go on a Thrilling Kayaking trip on the Nam Khan River and Witness the Dense & Beautiful Forests by the River
• Visit the beautiful Tad Sae Waterfall and Immerse Yourself Within its Large Pools Filled with Cooling Turquoise blue Waters

Tour Description:

Day 1 - Jungle Trekking / Theung Village / Lao Sung Village / Khamu Village

You will meet your guide and transfer 25 minutes to the to the Adventure Camp located in the middle of Laos’ nature and a huge mountain chain right in front of you. You will then cross the Nam Khan River via a local boat and begin to travel up to a mid-mountain Theung Village(Khamu).

Upon reaching the village, feel the peaceful environment that surrounds the village as the locals go on with their daily chores. You might spot a few curious faces directed at you, fret not as they are all friendly people. You can ask questions as you wander around the small village. Your guide would be more than happy to translate your questions. After stopping by briefly at the village, you will continue your journey and trek to a Lao Sung village (Hmong) situated on a lake. Just another short rest at the village you will begin the part of the trekking to reach your final destination. You will trek through along a steep, narrow, rocky track and share the path with passing villagers on their day’s pilgrimage to market.

We will finally reach the Khamu village which is an isolated village high in the mountains after a long day. A delicious lunch will be served in a local, humble home. Some shy yet curious kids in the village might join the lunch to listen about your unique encounter in Laos. You can listen to the stories, play with the curious children or ask questions regarding their way of life up here. They are very warm people to communicate with. Enjoy your dinner in the village, explore and take in this amazing evening under the Laos sky deep in the Laos jungle.

Day 2 - Jungle Trekking/Tad Sae Waterfall/Kayaking

On the next day, wake up in a peaceful surrounding and have your delicious breakfast. Then, we will set out for a 1.5 hours trek to the spectacular Tad Sae Waterfall. The waterfall is expansive and beautiful with turquoise blue water filled in its large pools. Dive in for a refreshing swim and explore small trails going behind the waterfalls with flourishing moss and ferns. Afterwards, a boat will take you to the Tiger Trail Adventure Camp where we will prepare kayaks and go on an exciting 3 to 4 hours paddling trip downriver. It will be fun even for inexperienced paddlers and you will get to look at the beauty of the tropical forest of Laos. We will then end this excitement filled tour with transfer return to Luang Prabang in the mid-afternoon.

Low water season, February to July:

During the low water season, approximately February to July, Tad Sae Waterfall is not visited as it is low or dry. On day two, we will hike from our homestay 1.5 hours to Ban En where we will start our kayaking. The total paddling time is approximately 2.5 hours before meeting our driver for the return transfer to Luang Prabang.

Cancellation Policy:

15 - 30 days prior to the tour date, 30% of total package payment incurred.

7 - 14 days prior to the tour date, 50% of total package payment incurred.

1 - 6 days prior to the tour date, 100% of total package payment incurred.

No show, and cancellations on the tour date: No refund allowed.

Pick-Up Time:

• 7:50 am - 8:20 am

What's Included:

• All Vehicle Transfers
• Briefing, Information and Guiding in English
• Fair Trek Project Village Fund Payments
• Kayaking and Gear Rental (paddle, helmet, life jacket)
• Picnic Lunches
• Village Accommodation
• Drinking Water
• Waterfall Entry Fees
• All Permission & Taxes
• Motorboat Charge

What's Not Included:

• Any Items Not Mentioned
• Specialty Drinks
• Tips
• Hotel Pick Up/ Drop-off

Additional Information:

• Minimum two(2) pax for the tour to be confirmed
• Pick up and drop off service can be arranged for hotels in the city centre, with additional cost. Please check with Adventoro Concierge (Call / Whatsapp +6010 468 8011)
• The tour is generally unsuitable for people with reduced mobility and other disabilities. Please contact us to discuss if this trip is suitable for your specific
• Please adhere to strict pick-up time punctuality. Tour operators may forfeit tours for travellers if no-show during the stipulated time
• Registered name of the traveller must be corresponding with photograph documentation (Example: Passport). Tour operators reserve the right to reject if registered traveller fails to provide photographed documentation of their own

Pick-Up Location(s)

Refer to the map below to see a list of pick up location(s) that are available for you to choose from. You can select your desired pick up location when you book the tour.

List of Location(s):

Pick up is also available for other location(s) under the vicinity of Luang Prabang. For more information, please contact Adventoro's concierge service.