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Ba Be National Park trekking & Caving 4 days

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$642

Ba Be National Park trekking & Caving 4 days

4 Days

Visiting: Vietnam

Tour operator:

Mr Linh's Adventures

Tour code:

175344

Physical rating:

VERY_EASY

Age range:

10-

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Hiking

From: $674 $642 Travel Club discount: -$32

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

This is your chance to experience Ba Be National Park in a whole new way. This tour will take you into the lush tropical jungles of Ba Be where you will spend one night sleeping in a jungle hammock. There is nothing like sleeping outdoors to really connect you with nature. You will also spend two nights in a traditional style wooden stilt house at Mr Linh's Homestay and explore the Ba Be Lake by boat and kayak.

Highlights

This is your chance to experience Ba Be National Park in a whole new way
This tour will take you into the lush tropical jungles of Ba Be where you will spend one night sleeping in a jungle hammock
There is nothing like sleeping outdoors to really connect you with nature
You will also spend two nights in a traditional style wooden stilt house at Mr Linh's Homestay and explore the Ba Be Lake by boat and kayak

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Hanoi - Ba Be Lake (L, D)

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 Nang River 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.

- A 7-10km trek in the jungle

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

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)

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)

After breakfast we’ll 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

Professional vehicle transportations and commercial vehicle insurance. Professional driver
All private transfer and transportation
Private door to door pick-up drop-off services
Accommodation at Dao's Homestay and Tay's House in Ba Be National Park
English-speaking tour guide and boatman assistants
Porters to prepare meals and pump water
Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner)
(Optional) Vegetarian and vegan food is available
Bottled water
All sightseeing tickets and environment protection fee
Trekking tour in Ba Be National Park
Kayak & boat tour on Ba Be National Park
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
All Taxes and Fees
No extra charge after confirmation
24/7 hotline support guaranteed
(Optional) Child seats are required

What's Not Included

Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
Travel insurance
Beverage
Other services not mentioned above.
Kayak

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...

Please Note

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

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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