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Tham Phay cave expedition & Jungle trekking 4 days 3 nights

Tham Phay cave expedition & Jungle trekking 4 days 3 nights

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Tham Phay cave expedition & Jungle trekking 4 days 3 nights

4 Days Starting and ending in Hanoi

Visiting: Hanoi, Ba Be Lake, Ba Be National Park Tour

Tour operator:

Mr Linh's Adventures

Tour code:

BBTT03T

Group Type:

Private

Recommended For:

18-30 somethings, Singles

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 15

Physical rating:

Medium, MODERATE

Age range:

Min age:8

Special diets catered:

Vegans, Meat, Vegetarians, Gluten Free

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Active, Adventure Tours

Interests:

Wildlife Tours

From:

$769

$734 Exclusive Members Discount: -$35

NB: Prices correct on 09-Jun-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Get away from the city and into the wilderness of Vietnam as you trek deep into the jungle to discover the rich diversity of the Vietnamese countryside. Get to know some of the ethnic minority communities living harmoniously in rural Vietnam and let them share their culture, tradition and beautiful surroundings with you. Engage in some exciting activities as you trek through mountains, explore mysterious caves and take to the water in the rivers and lakes.

Highlights

Trekking through the villages of Dzao, Tay and H'mong ethnic minority people
Discovery of Ba Be National Park on boat trip
Explore Lo Mo cave, which own stalactites and stalagmites pierce the echoing chamber

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Hanoi- Ba Be National Park (L/D)

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation: Homestay

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

You will be collected from your hotel at 07:30 to start your discovery of Ba Be National Park. After 250km driving for feasting on some authentic Vietnamese food in a street restaurant you will continue your journey. You will voyage on the River Nang following it through the foothills of the towering limestone peaks. The journey down the river will bring you to the mouth of Puong Cave, a large cavern standing 30m high and 300m long. Puong cave sits at the base of the majestic Lung Nham Mountain, one in a chain of limestone mountains that spread across the sky and the river. The cave is not only impressive for its towering structure, but you will also the amazing colonies of bats living the cave with 18 different species currently inhabiting it and adventure 7 km trek on the trails of Ba Be's jungle. You will spend the first night relaxing in Mr Hung’s Homestay, a Dzao's ethnic family.

Day 2 : Jungle Trekking & Villages (B/L/D)

Location: Ba Be Lake

Accommodation: Homestay, Homestay

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is the day to unleash your inner adventurer as you veer off the beaten path and into the mountains of North Vietnam. You will get away from the usual tourist destinations in favour of discovering the true, pure beauty of nature. As you trek further, the staggering mountains, winding rivers and mystical caves are all waiting to be explored. Along the way, you will meet the H’mong people as who will share their culture with you. You will also travel to the villages of Khau Qua and Nam Dai and meet the Dzao people and visit their beautifully crafted wooden houses nestled in the mountains and valleys. You will then venture to Coc Toc where you will experience the life of the Tay locals who reside in tall, wooden stilt houses. You will get a firsthand experience of sleeping in a stilt house as you stay overnight in Mr Linh’s homestay.

- 12- 15km trek in the jungle
- Hmong, and Zao ethnic minorities are the tribes in Ba Be National Park's jungle

Day 3 : Tham Phay Cave Expedition (B/L/D)

Location: Ba Be National Park Tour

Accommodation: Homestay

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast at homestay then after a thirty-minute drive, you'll reach Tham Phay Cave, the hike starts with a steep uphill leading into the forest. Some rock at the top, and then a similar slope before the trail fades and you enter the valley. Turning west of the trail is a large patch of rock for you to find your way through, with the help and direction of your guide and safety team. The precarious entrance is at the end of the forest. Enjoy some snacks before starting to explore the cave.

Tham Phay Cave is a beautiful river cave with two underground river tributaries, where you will experience narrow passages, craggy mountains and some deep pools with very nice photo opportunities. Plants and algae cover many calcite formations. Going deeper into the cave, you will find many unusual features of the cave such as the ceiling dome and many layers of rock, giving the walls a striking appearance. You will spend about five hours exploring this 5km deep river cave, which geologists have not discovered so far. Of course, we will provide you with the necessary equipment, such as helmets and powerful headlights. The cave expands considerably as you go through the original entrance and offers some great opportunities for excellent photos.

Enjoy a few snacks before continuing the journey to explore the 2nd path of the cave system possesses miraculous stalagmites millions of years old, dangerous sinkholes and heat flows at the bottom .
Leaving Tham Phay, you will return to the cave entrance and return to homestay.

- A 6km trek, 5km expedition

Day 4 : Ba Be Lake - Hanoi (B, L)

Location: Hanoi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, our action-packed trip will kick the final day of the tour off by boarding a boat and setting off onto the Ba Be lake. It’s up to you how to spend your time on the boat, whether it’s relaxing and enjoying the views or going for a swim in the cool waters to refresh yourself "kayaking and swimming are available". The views consist of stunning karst formations all around you are covered with patches of wild vegetation and a rich wildlife. After your exploration of the lake, you will have the chance to rest as we drive you back to Hanoi, taking in the beautiful scenery along the way. You will stop for lunch at a local restaurant on the way before arriving in Hanoi at about 17:30, when it’s time to say your goodbyes to your guide, drive.

- A 2 hours boat tour

What's Included

Accommodation

Accommodation at Dao's Homestay and Tay's House in Ba Be National Park
Entrance Fees

All sightseeing tickets and environment protection fee
Fully Guided

English-speaking tour guide and boatman assistants
Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Meals

Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner)
Transportation

Professional vehicle transportations and commercial vehicle insurance. Professional driver All private transfer and transportation Private door to door pick-up drop-off services
Porters to prepare meals and pump water
Bottled water
Trekking tour in Ba Be National Park
Kayak & boat tour on Ba Be National Park
Cave expedition equipment

Shared dry storage case for small phones and cameras Eco-friendly compost toilet Safety and caving equipment: caving helmets, caving headlights, basic canvas hiking boots, gloves First Aid Kit and Medical Rescue Equipment Safe storage at Mr Linh’s Adventures - Ba Be Headquarters Conquest Medal Rewards
No extra charge after confirmation
24/7 hotline support guaranteed

What's Not Included

Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
Travel insurance
International & domestic flights and taxes
Beverage
Other personal expenses: drinks, souvenir, etc.

Requirements

• Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking.
• It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat.

Check out our Q&As

Are flights included in this tour?

International and/or domestic flights are not included in the price of the tour
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

No, but airport transfers are available with a supplement if needed.
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

Yes, all entrances fees for the visits mentioned in the itinerary are included.
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Free Wi-Fi available in each accommodation.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes, our tour guides speak English. Other languages available for private tours upon request with a supplement depending on the language.

What currencies are required for this tour?

In Vietnam, the Vietnamese dong is the used currency.
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

No specific vaccination is required to visit Vietnam. We advise however to bring insect repellent.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes children are welcome under the surveillance of the parents or guardians (min. age: 5)
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Yes, each vehicle is equipped with A/C.
What is the tipping policy?

It is usual to tip the tour guide and driver at the end of the tour.

Reviews of this operator

John Aldo Albanese Jr USA

Experience the Highlights of Central Vietnam

26-Feb-2024

Absolutely a Great Deal! The journey was very interesting, the guides and driver were excellent! Very informative, kind and knowledgeable! I was debating whether to do a tour or not....so happy I did. All hotels were outstanding, tour hub definitely went above and beyond to help me out

John Aldo Albanese Jr USA

Experience the Highlights of Central Vietnam

26-Feb-2024

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