2-Day Namtha River Escape: Kayak, Culture & Village Life
2-Day Namtha River Escape: Kayak, Culture & Village Life

Outdoors

2-Day Namtha River Escape: Kayak, Culture & Village Life

 

Duration

2 Days

Start Price

 

Code

LNT-DL-2-K-NT

Availability

Always

Physical Level

Easy to moderate

Pick Up

Exclude

Start Point

Discovering Laos office in Luang Namtha Province

Pick Up/Start Time

09:00 AM on Day-1

Drop Off

Exclude

End Point

Discovering Laos office in Luang Namtha Province

Drop Off/End Time

16:00 - 17:00 PM on Day-2

Destinations

Luang Namtha

Things To Do

Nam Ha National Protected Area

 

Day Tour Type Type


 

Booking Date


 

Booking Code (join)
Join


 
Adult
 

1

 
 
Lao Resident
 

0

 
 
Total Price
 
 

Day 1

Overview

Rapids, River Life & Lantan Village Discovery

  • Morning: We meet up at the Discovering Laos office at 9:00 am, before taking a short tuk-tuk ride to the start of our river adventure. Following some basic instructions on kayaking techniques and safety, we begin paddling on the Namtha River, impressively large with much room to maneuver. 

  • After a couple hours of fun and exploration we moor at the riverbank of Sop Tud village of the Lantan tribe. Here you have a unique opportunity to witness the minority people at work on their truly fascinating handcraft projects.

  • Midday: Paddling downriver we soon reach a cascade of rousing rapids, after which the current slows to reveal the perfect riverside location for a delicious Lao-style picnic.

  • Afternoon: After lunch the mighty Namtha River carries us through a dramatic series of rapids and past several quaint Khmu villages. Before, at last, we reach our home for the night: the Khmu village of Houy Leuat.

  • Evening: After meeting the locals and taking a tour of the village, we have the chance to take some rest, swim in the river, or explore the local area. At 7:00 pm a traditional Lao lunch will be served by our ever-attentive guides, after which feel free to retire to your homestay or eco-lodge for relaxation or spend a few hours socializing with the locals.

Departure: 09:00 AM
Finish: 15:00 - 16:00 PM (Houy Leuat village)

Duration: 4-5 hours trek

Day 2

Overview

Jungle Paddle & Scenic River Journey

  • Morning: Wake up the delightful sounds of everyday village life with a warming Lao breakfast and hot drink. At around 10:00 am we get back on the water and start paddling downriver beside a rich mosaic of exquisite lands and secondary jungle. Along the way we have the chance to stop off at delightful Khmu villages, dotted seamlessly along the riverbanks.

  • Midday: After paddling further downriver enjoying the passing scenery we soon come upon a scenic riverside picnic spot, where we stop for a mouthwatering Lao picnic.

  • Afternoon: â€‹We soon leave behind the cultivated jungles and rice paddies and enter a world rich in wildlife, framed by imposing hills of lush green vegetation. Before long the river widens and the current grows stronger, carrying us through several dramatic rapids, before dropping us Hat Naleng village at approximately 3:30 pm. From there we hop on the waiting tuk-tuk for an invigorating ride back to the Discovering Laos office.​

Departure: 10:00 AM
Finish: 16:00 - 17:00 PM (Discovering Laos office)

Duration: 4-5 hours trek