Nalan Trail 2-Day Trek in Nam Ha NPA

Trip overview

This exciting and popular trek takes you through beautiful jungle with stunning views, immersing you in the enchantment of nature under the canopies of old-growth trees in Nam Ha NPA. Visit the remote Khmu countryside, awarded the ASEAN Standard of Community-Based Tourism, to learn about their lifestyle, culture, and traditions. Enjoy a variety of tourism activities offered by the community and stay overnight in a Khmu homestay.

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Itinerary:

Day 1: Doiluckkham to Nalan Village. Approx. 3-4 hours
Morning: Depart from Luang Namtha town, traveling 20 km to Doiluckkham. Begin trekking through secondary forest and then into the upland rainforest of Nam Ha NPA.

Lunch: Enjoy a Lao-style picnic in the forest.

Afternoon: Continue hiking for 2-3 hours beneath old-growth trees, arriving at Nalan village before sunset. After checking in, explore the village and learn about local life.

Evening: Dinner featuring local cuisine, followed by community activities.
Day 2: Nalan Village to Chalernsouk Village or Nahome-Namlue Village
Morning: Visit the village, try Lao coffee or local tea, and practice crossbow shooting and rice pounding. Breakfast: Enjoy a traditional breakfast.

Option 1: (3-4 hours hike) Hike uphill through the forest, with a traditional lunch prepared on the forest path. Continue hiking downhill to Chalernsouk village, where a tuk-tuk will take you back to Luang Namtha.

Option 2: (5-6 hours hike) Follow the Nam Ha River to Nahome village, passing through cultivated areas of Khmu and Lanten minority groups. Visit the village and learn about their traditional crafts. After lunch, hike up a steep hill into the jungle, ending at Namlue village. Return to Luang Namtha by tuk-tuk.

Detailed info and Pricing:

Tour Info:

Tour ID: NT-TK-02
Duration: 2 days/1 night
Trekking Grade: Moderate
Hiking Daily: Option 1 (3-4 hours), Option 2 (5-6 hours)

Pricing:

2 Pax Price US$ 119/Pax.
3 Pax Price US$ 96/Pax.
4 Pax Price US$ 85/Pax.
5 Pax Price US$ 77/Pax.
6 Pax Price US$ 69/Pax.

Note:

The price varies according to the number of participants. The price decreases as more tourists book the same tour!
If you stay with us at Phou Iu III Bungalows, you’ll receive a 10% discount.

Price Includes:

English-speaking/local guide
Homestay accommodation
Transportation
Village activities
Food and water
Nam Ha NPA entry fee
Community distribution
Government taxes

Optional

Snacks, fruit, personal water bottle
Personal medicine
Sandals or flip-flops

Additional Information

Notify us if you are vegetarian or have allergies.
Arrive at our office by 8:30 AM.
Contact us with any questions.

What to Bring

Good walking shoes
Hat or cap
Sunglasses
Insect repellent
Sunscreen
Raincoat (June-Sep)
Warm clothes and change of clothes
Swimwear and bathing equipment
Pocket money

Important Do’s & Don’ts

Do not give gifts or money to children.
Ask before taking photos of people or spiritual items.
Keep trails clean; do not litter.
Purchase handicrafts, not antiques.
Do not remove archaeological remains.
Stay with guides.
Do not use drugs.

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