Ethnic Experience Archives - The Hiker Laos

Akha Homestay Experience

Kuldar Otepalu — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 19:51:23 +0000

This fabulous 2-day homestay experience at the Akha hill-tribe village is a cultural feast and will present you with an opportunity to observe the authentic ethnic minorities of Northern Laos. You will participate in daily routines of the Akha people including food making and preparation, working in a farm and taking part in festivals and ceremonies.

Mission	Homestay and Biking
Activity hours	Day 1: 3-4 hours, Day 2: 6 hours
Meals	Local meals
Accommodation	Homestay
Transport	Local transportation and mountain bike
Starts – finishes time	Day1: 08:30 – Day2: 17:00
What to bring	Rucksuck, Walking shoes, Hat, Sun-cream, Mosquito spray, Clothes/shoes to get wet, Warm clothes, Pocket money, Raincoat (Wet season).
What is included	Water, Meals, English speaking guide, Local guide/s, Transport as mentioned above, Accommodation, Government taxes, All entrance fees, Travel permits.

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Combined Adventure 2 – Trekking & Mountain Biking in Nam Ha Valley Trails

Justyna — Fri, 09 Jun 2017 17:36:03 +0000

On this two day trekking & mountain biking tour we give you a sportive combination that covers all encompassing jungle experience. We will take you hiking past beautiful rice fields, up stunning mountain trails and down into dense, breathtaking forest to stay at our tranquil jungle camp on the bank of the Nam Ha River. You will cycle through majestic jungle to explore remote villages of different ethnic people in the Nam Ha National Park. Learn about how they are adapting to development in the local area, their way of life and local herb medicines.

Mission	Trekking & Mountain Biking
Activity hours	Day1: Trekking 5hrs. Day2: Bicycling 6hrs (approximately)
Meals included	Day1: Lunch & Dinner, Day2: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation	Jungle camping
Transport	Minivan or Tuk-tuk
Starts – Finishes Time	Day1: 09:00 – Day2: 17:00
What to bring	Hiking boots, Hat, Sunscreen, Mosquito spray, Torch, Clothes/shoes to get wet, Change of clothes, Warm clothes, Pocket money, Raincoat (Wet season).
What is included	Water, Meals, English speaking guide, Local guide/s, Transport as mentioned above, Accommodation as mentioned, Community-based ecotourism fund, Government taxes, National Park conservation fund, Tourism development fund, Villages fund, All entrance fees, Travel permits.

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Exploring Remote Ethnic Lands

Kuldar Otepalu — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 19:32:18 +0000

Exploring Remote Ethnic Lands is a 3-day classical excursion to the remote areas of Luang Namtha, Northern Laos. You will be taken away from the busy town to enjoy spectacular landscapes, observe the daily activities of local people, experience ethnic cultures, observe festivals and ceremonies and indulge in typical food and drinks of the locals.

Mission	Sightseeing
Activity hours	5-6 hours each day
Meals	Local restaurants
Accommodation	Local guesthouse or homestay
Transport	Minivan or Tuk-tuk
Starts – finishes time	Day1: 08:30 –Day3: 17:30
What to bring	Rucksack, Walking shoes, Hat, Sun-cream, Mosquito spray, Clothes/shoes to get wet, Change of clothes, Warm clothes, Pocket money, Raincoat (Wet season), Toilet paper or tissues.
What is included	Water, Meals, English speaking guide, Local guide/s, Transport as mentioned above, Accommodation, Government taxes, All entrance fees, Travel permits.

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Hill-Tribe Villages Off-Road Biking

Kuldar Otepalu — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 16:29:44 +0000

This hill-tribe off-road biking experience includes a steep mountain climb, a visit to one of the most authentic ethnic minorities inhabit the high mountainous regions of Northern Laos (Akha tribe). The remote highland’s village is a great opportunity to: experience a unique community livelihood, have a local style lunch, enjoy a panoramic 360 degree views and to explore and interact with the Black Tai Villages.

Mission	Biking
Activity hours	6 hrs (approximately)
Meals	Picnic lunch
Transport	Mountain bike
Start – finish time	08:30 – 17:00
What to bring	Rucksack, Walking shoes, Hat, Sun-cream, Mosquito spray, Clothes/shoes to get wet, Warm clothes, Pocket money, Raincoat (Wet season), Toilet paper or tissues.
What is included	Water, Meals, English speaking guide, Local guide, Transport as mentioned above, Government taxes, All entrance fees, Travel permits.

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Hunter Trails, Camping & Homestay

Kuldar Otepalu — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 20:09:17 +0000

A remarkable jungle hike with an experienced guide will take you deep into the primary forest following old hunter trails. We will trek amongst huge old trees where we will be camping in the middle of the jungle, eat wild organic food, fresh from the nature, campfire at night, wildlife spotting, witness amazing hilltop views! The tranquil village homestay is a must do in the region.

Mission	Trekking
Activity hours	Day1: 7-8 hrs, Day2: 8hrs, Day3: 5hrs
Meals	D1: Lunch & Dinner D2: All meals D3: Breakfast & Lunch
Transport	Minivan or Tuk-tuk
Starts – Finishes Time	Day1: 07:45 – Day3: 16:00
What to bring	Rucksuck, Hiking boots, Hat, Sunscreen, Mosquito spray, Torch, Clothes/shoes to get wet, Change of clothes, Warm clothes, Pocket money, Raincoat (Wet season).
What is included	Water, Meals, English speaking guide, Local guide/s, Transport as mentioned above, Accommodation as mentioned, Community-based ecotourism fund, Government taxes, National Park conservation fund, Tourism development fund, Villages fund, All entrance fees, Travel permits.

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Kingfisher Floating Kayaking Trip

Kuldar Otepalu — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 19:24:41 +0000

This relaxing one-day kayaking trip will take you downstream, where you will witness the local fishermen hunting their fish in a traditional way, and admire the beauty of the National Park. We will stop to visit some remote villages along the river and have a local style picnic on the riverbank. We will continue to paddle down the rapids until finally ending the kayaking trip with a drive back to town enjoying the mountainous scenery along the way.

Mission	Kayaking
Activity hours	5 hours
Meals	Picnic lunch
Transport	Minivan or Tuk-tuk
Starts – finishes time	08:30 – 17:00
What to bring	Rucksack, Walking shoes, Hat, Sun-cream, Mosquito spray, Clothes/shoes to get wet, Change of clothes, Warm clothes, Pocket money, Raincoat (Wet season), Toilet paper or tissues.
What is included	Water, Meals, English speaking guide, Local guide, Transport as mentioned above, Government taxes, All entrance fees, Travel permits.

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Lao Forest Tribe Trek

Justyna — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 04:58:11 +0000

This three-day Lao forest tribe trek will provide you with an opportunity to experience Northern Lao tribal culture and lifestyle. You will spend two nights with minority groups in their villages doing a homestay with a local family. This Lao jungle trek is a moderate trek in the secondary forest and primary forest inside the Namha National Protected Area where you will enjoy big old trees, many varieties of plants and you will have a chance to see some wildlife. You will also see stunning mountain views, swim in the tranquil Namha river and enjoy local foods.

Mission	Trekking & Ethnic Experience
Activity hours	D1 & D2: Trekking 6hrs. D3: Trekking 4-5hrs
Meals	D1: Lunch & Dinner D2: All meals D3: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation	Homestay and/or Lodging
Transport	Minivan or Tuk-tuk
Start – finish time	Day 1: 9.00 – Day 3: 16.30
What to bring	Rucksuck, Hiking boots, Hat, Sun-cream, Mosquito spray, Torch, Clothes/shoes to get wet, Warm clothes, Change of clothes, Pocket money, Raincoat (Wet season), Toilet paper or tissues.
What is included	Water, Meals, English speaking guide, Local guide/s, Transport as mentioned above, Accommodation, Government taxes, All entrance fees, Travel permits.

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Minority Groups Cycling Day Trip

Kuldar Otepalu — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 16:33:26 +0000

One day cycling exploration trip where you will visit various ethnic minority groups such as Akha, Lantan and Tai Dam. You will see how locals make traditional products such as silk and cotton textiles with natural colouring, woven bamboo baskets and a local whisky. You will also ride along the valley and paddy fields, and see the ruins of an old Stupa.

Mission	Biking
Activity Hours	5-6 hrs
Meals	Lunch
Transport	Mountain bike
Start – Finish time	08:30 – 16:30
What to bring	Rucksack, Walking Shoes, Hat, Sun-cream, Mosquito spray, Clothes/shoes to get wet, Warm clothes, Pocket money, Raincoat (Wet season), Toilet paper or tissues.
What is included	Water, Meals, English Speaking Guide, Local Guide, Transport as Mentioned Above, Government Taxes, All Entrance Fees, Travel Permits.

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Nam Ha National Protected Area Safari

Kuldar Otepalu — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 19:57:46 +0000

Get ready for a 4-day safari, to experience the wild side of Namha National Protected Area, where our extreme journey through the dense forest will allow you to experience jungle camping in the middle of nowhere. You will learn about native fauna and flora, as well as getting tips on how to survive in the dense forest from your experienced guide, you will have a chance to see some wildlife and visit remote villages along the way.

Mission	Biking
Activity hours	6 hrs each day
Meals	Jungle food
Transport	Van or Tuk-tuk
Starts – finishes time	Day 1: 08:30 – Day 4: 17:00
What to bring	Rucksack, Hiking boots, Hat, Sun-cream, Mosquito spray, Torch, Clothes/shoes to get wet, Warm clothes, Change of clothes, Pocket money, Raincoat(Wet season), Toilet paper or tissues.
What is included	Water, Meals, English speaking guide, Local guide, Transport as mentioned above, Accommodation, Government taxes, All entrance fees, Travel permits.

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Nam Oun Wilderness Trail

Justyna — Sun, 23 Oct 2016 13:03:48 +0000

A nature lovers’ trip! This unforgettable two day trek in the evergreen forest of the National Park area presents its wilderness with different types of mighty big trees, wild animals, jungle fruits and various medical herbs. Spend the rest of your afternoon in a tranquil primary forest waterfalls, learning how to cook your organic jungle food, camping responsibly in an environmentally friendly shelter, and having a quality wildlife spotting opportunity.

Mission	Trekking
Activity hours	5-7 hours per day
Meals	Jungle food
Accommodation	Camping
Transport	Minivan or Tuk-tuk
Starts – finishes time	Day 1: 09:00 – Day 2: 17:00
What to bring	Hiking boots, hat, sun cream, mosquito spray, torch, change of clothes, warm clothes, pocket money, raincoat (wet season).
What is included	Water, meals, English speaking guide, local guide(s), camping gear, transport as above, accommodation, government taxes, village fund, National Park conservation fund, community-based ecotourism fund, entrance fees, travel permits.

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