Nam Ha Ultimate Wilderness: The 5-Day Ethnic & Jungle Expedition

5 days Free cancellation

Hiking in Nam Ha NPA — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Venture deep into the Nam Ha National Protected Area (ASEAN Heritage Site) on an immersive trekking adventure. Learn jungle survival skills such as cooking with bamboo, building a banana leaf shelter, foraging for wild food, and mastering native hunting techniques. Engage in Community-Based Tourism activities, including rice husking, Khmu traditional Baci ceremonies, blacksmithing, and bamboo basket weaving. Discover the rich traditions of the Khmu and Lantén ethnic groups, trek through pristine rainforests, and take in breathtaking landscapes.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Phou Iu Travel & Ecotourism

Ages: Children (6–10 years) · Youth (11–15 years) · Adults (16–65 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Accommodation (Jungle Camp/Wooden lodge/Eco-Lodge/Village Homestay)
Included: Drinking water & All village activities.
Included: Transportation as specified
Included: Lunch
Included: Dinner
Included: Nam Ha National Protected Area entry fee
Included: Breakfast
Included: Community contributions and Government taxes and charges.
Included: English-speaking/local guide

Not included

Not included: Snacks, fruit, personal water bottle; Personal medicine and Sandals or flip-flops.

Itinerary

Day 1 · Ban Prang to Ban Nam Khouy

Nam Ha NPA

3 hours Admission included

Start with a briefing and a visit to the morning market. Explore Khmu villages, learning about their culture. Hike from Ban Prang to Ban Nam Khouy, foraging for lunch. Reach the Lahu village by 3:00 PM, enjoy the viewpoint before sunset, and explore Lahu traditions.

village Homestay

Day 2 · Ban Nam Khouy to Jungle Camp

Nam Ha NPA

5 hours Admission included

Trek along the Nam Ha NPA valley, foraging and learning about herbs and wildlife. Reach 1000 meters above sea level, moving into an ancient forest. Arrive at the campsite by 3-4:00 PM, set up a traditional hunter camp, and prepare a Khmu jungle meal.

Jungle Camp

Day 3 · Jungle Camp to River Camp

Nam Ha NPA

5 hours Admission included

Trek across hills and ridgelines, through shady forests. Arrive at a stream-side campsite before sunset, swim, and prepare a jungle meal using local plants.

River Camp

Day 4 · River Camp to Ban Nalan

Nam Ha NPA

4 hours Admission included

After breakfast, choose between: Option 1 (Approx. 3-4 hours): Cross the Nam Ha River, lunch in Nalan village, and learn about Khmu culture. Option 2 (Approx. 5-6 hours): Hike through the Nam Ha NPA valley, have lunch, and continue to Ban Nalan. Check into a homestay, explore the village, and enjoy a local dinner and activities.

village Homestay

Day 5 · Ban Nalan to Chalernsouk or Nahome to Namlue

Nam Ha NPA

4 hours Admission included

After breakfast, choose between: Option 1 (Approx. 4-5 hours): Hike uphill through the forest, have lunch, and continue to Chalernsouk village for a tuk-tuk ride back to Luang Namtha. Option 2 (Approx. 5-6 hours): Follow the Nam Ha River to Nahome village, learn about Lanten traditions, and hike a challenging trail to Namlue village. Return to Luang Namtha by tuk-tuk in the afternoon.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Located on Luang Namtha Road, just a 5-minute walk from the Night Market. You can find us on Google by searching our name or ask the Luang Namtha Tourism Information Center about Phou Iu Travel & Ecotourism or Phou Iu III Bungalows.

End point

Located on Luang Namtha Road, just a 5-minute walk from the Night Market. You can find us on Google by searching our name or ask the Luang Namtha Tourism Information Center about Phou Iu Travel & Ecotourism or Phou Iu III Bungalows.

Pickup points

Tulip Hotel
Phou Iu Iii Bungalows

Located on Luang Namtha Road, near the Luang Namtha Night Market. You can find us on Google by searching our name or ask the Luang Namtha Tourism Information Center about Phou Iu Travel & Ecotourism or Phou Iu III Bungalows.