The Forbidden Trail: 4 Days of Exclusive Jungle & Secret Villages
Overview
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4 days
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Embark on a unique adventure that blends nature and culture in the untouched jungles and remote villages of Nam Ha NPA. Guided by expert forest guides, you'll spend three days immersed in the wilderness, camping in the jungle, fishing, learning traditional hunting techniques, and mastering indigenous survival skills. Delve deeper into Nam Ha NPA to discover medicinal plants, observe wildlife, and experience traditional jungle cooking.
Additional Info
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Ban Prang-Ban Nam Khouy
Accommodations
Village Homestay
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Nam Ha NPA
Briefing with the guide and departure to the morning market for food supplies. Explore Khmu village culture in Ban Prang. Trek from Ban Prang to Ban Nam Khouy, foraging edible vegetation for a jungle picnic lunch. Visit a Lahu minority village. Note: No toilet facilities; bathing in a nearby stream.
Ban Nam Khouy-Jungle Camp
Accommodations
Jungle Camp
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Nam Ha NPA
Trek from Ban Nam Khouy into the primary forest of Nam Ha NPA. Forage and learn about herbs and wildlife during the trek. Arrive at the jungle campsite, set up traditional hunter shelters. Unique jungle survival experience amidst ancient forest.
Jungle Camp-Ban Nalan
Accommodations
Village Homestay
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Nam Ha NPA
Optional early morning jungle safari. Trek downhill to Nam Ha River, stopping for a Lao jungle picnic. Continue through dense jungle, crossing rivers and climbing over fallen trees. Reach Ban Nalan for a Khmu homestay experience. Enjoy river swimming, a Baci ceremony, and cultural performances.
Ban Nalan-Chalernsouk or Nalan-Nahome-Namlue
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Nam Ha NPA
Morning village exploration, coffee tasting, and traditional activities. Choose between two hiking options: Uphill trek to Chalernsouk village for transportation back to Luang Namtha or Follow the Nam Ha River to Ban Nalan Tai and trek through Khmu and Lanten minority villages, ending in Nahome-Namlue and returning to Luang Namtha.
Options
The Forbidden Trail: 4 Days of Exclusive Jungle & Secret Villages
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Nam Ha National Protected Area entry fee.
All village activities.
Accommodation (Jungle Camp/Wooden lodge/Eco-Lodge/Village Homestay).
Meals and water as indicated.
Transportation as specified.
Community contributions and Government taxes and charges.
English-speaking/local guide
Snacks, fruit, personal water bottle; Personal medicine and Sandals or flip-flops.
Pickup points
Tulip Hotel
Luang Road Luang Namtha Laos
Phou Iu Iii Bungalows
Luang Namtha Laos
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Operated by Phou Iu Travel & Ecotourism