Number one top rated ethical cultural trekking and homestay by ETHOS

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Expert knowledge and local off the beaten track trails — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Trekking through the bamboo forest — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

We are an award winning Social impact organisation with a long track record of supporting ethnic minority communities by empowerment through sustainable, ethical tourism. We are proud to feature in the TripAdvisor Hall of Fame after maintaining our position as the top tour provider in our region for over five years. Our aims and objectives are to provide experiential, cultural opportunities for visitors to Sapa, but we also care for the natural environment, our growing guide team, and the local communities in which we work. ETHOS constantly strive to improve our operations and services through self-evaluation, innovation & creativity. As well as tours, our community leadership team run regular human trafficking awareness and prevention workshops. Our guides are also pivotal in a wide range of dynamic community education, healthcare, hygiene & sanitation projects. Our tours are now supporting 49 families across 19 villages in four provinces. We also have 26 ongoing development projects

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At a glance

Duration: 2 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Ethos - Spirit of the Community

Ages: Infants (1–2 years) · Children (3–10 years) · Youth (11–18 years) · Adults (19–70 years) · Seniors (71–85 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Homestay accomodation
Included: Water and refreshments
Included: Lunch
Included: Dinner
Included: Breakfast

Not included

Not included: Travel insurance

Itinerary

Day 1 · The Spirit Tree

Sapa

Passing by

The first day trek is approximately 14km, with the first six kilometres over relatively easy, but undulating terrain. This route passes through rice terraces and traditional villages. There is a steep climb of around 2km before stopping to cook lunch and share together with your host family. There is then a downhill walk down to your homestay.

Share a feast with your Hmong host family. Share stories and learn about culture over fresh, local food. · Dinner is together with your host family in your homestay.

Homestays offer access to real village life. Hmong homes are set within the rice paddies & have incredible views.

Day 2 · Rice terraces and bamboo forests

Sapa

Passing by

Continue your trek with lots of flexibility in both distance and challenge. Taxi pick up in the afternoon will bring you back to Sapa.

Try a local breakfast with your homestay host family.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guides over complimentary refreshments and hear an details cultural and historical briefing from local experts.

End point

Meet your guides over complimentary refreshments and hear an details cultural and historical briefing from local experts.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

If you cancel	You get back
At least 3 days before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum group size of two required for this booking

Options

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Tailor to your requirements

Multiple routes available

Walk distance: Distances can be arranged to suit your requirements
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