1 Day Trek-Lantén Experience & Community Forest
Trip Overview
Experience the Lantén culture and traditionsto see and participate in Lantén traditional weaving, learning how to make paper from bamboo (Jan-Mar), organic dyeing(Nov-Mar), trek over narrow path through the village preserved area, enjoy local picnic lunch, visit Lanten traditional house, cellent panorama of the Luang Namtha scenic valley and the Nam Dee waterfall.
Itinerary: Trek – Approx. 3-4 hours
Start at 9:00 at the office by Tuk Tukto Thong Dee Village, where you will collect your local guide from there and begin your trek. The trek leads up the mountain and deep into the village preserved area. You will be able to see old and thick forest, many kind of bamboos, wild rattans, cardamoms and other NTFP (Non-Timber Forest Products) and will hear and see some special birds for sure.
During the trek your guide will share his experience about traditional medicine, animal tracks, edible leaves, and other things of interest. After 1.5 hours you will stop to have a traditional Lantén lunch along the walking path in the forest. After lunch, you will continue to the top of the mountain where you will gaze at a pristine forest and snap up excellent panorama of the Luang Namtha valley.
You walk down from mountain straight to the Nam Dee waterfall, visit Lanten traditional house, Nam Dee village to see and participate in activities with natives, such as: Lantén traditional weaving (daily), paper making of bamboo (Jan-Mar), and organic dyeing of cloth (Nov-mar), then finally back to Luang Namtha by Tuk Tuk.
The season of activities:
- January-March: Planting vegetables and sowing corn, etc.
- April-May: Learning how to grow rice on the green mountain-slopes etc…
- June-August: Learning how to prepare the paddy fields for the wet rice and how to plant the seedlings.
- September: Planting vegetable in the garden or on the mountain…
- October-November: Watching or participate in harvest as: rice, corn etc… crops in the mountains.
- December-January: Partake part in house building and festivals or in gathering food.
The map or places where we trekking:
Detailed info & Pricing:
- Tour ID: NT-TK-00
- Duration: 1 day
- Trekking grade: Easy – Moderate
Pricing:
- 2 Pax Price US$ 65/Pax.
- 3 Pax Price US$ 54/Pax.
- 4 Pax Price US$ 46/Pax.
- 5 Pax Price US$ 42/Pax.
- 6 Pax Price US$ 38/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 5% discount.
Price Includes: English speaking / Local guide tour guide, Transportation as mentioned, Food and water as mentioned, Nam Ha National Protected Area entry fee, Community distribution and Government Taxes and charges.
Optional: Snacks, fruit, personal water bottle; Personal medicine and Sandals or flip-flops.
Other Information: Notify of dietary restrictions or allergies in advance, Arrive at the office by 8:30 AM and Contact for any inquiries.
What to Bring: Good walking shoes; Hat or cap; Sunglasses; Insect repellent; Sunscreen; Raincoat (June-Sep); Warm clothes and change of clothes; Pocket money and Appropriate trekking attire.
Important Do’s & Don’ts: Do not give gifts or money to children; Ask before taking photos; Keep trails clean; do not litter; Buy handicrafts, not antiques; Do not remove archaeological remains; Stay with the guides and Do not use drugs.
Contact Us: Via Phone/WhatsApp: +856-20-2299 6166; +856-20-2881 9198 or E-mail: info@phouiu-ecotourism-laos.com for Booking the tour, Asking the Price, or Contact us for tour information and further inquiries.
You’ll receive a quick response from our staff, the manager of Phou Iu Travel & Eco-tourism or Eco Voyage Laos. There is also a contact request form down below if you prefer to send us an email.
