PTR 06: 3 Days Nam Lan Jungle and Akha Trek

Visit tribal villages of Akha cherpia, Akha Moutern,Tai Yang, and explore amazing wilderness of Nam Lan Protected Area.

Itinerary:

 Day one: Bountai – Huay Khong – jungle – Ban Chakhamsao

Meet your guide at Saenphaxay Guesthouse in Bountai, then we take our private car from Bountai to the point where our trek starts.  Start hiking to Ban Huay Khong (Akha tribe). Explore this village, and then we trek uphill to higher mountains of Nam Lan area. Trek through deep forests and downhill to other Akha villages. Late evening we will arrive at Ban Chakhamsao, village of Akha Cherpia. Having dinner and staying overnight at this village.

Trekking: 5 hours. Trekking level: difficult.

Day two: Ban Chakhasao –  jungle trek – Ban Akha Moutern

In the early morning we explore its people and attend their morning activities. Breakfast and then prepare our belongings for trekking. We hike downhill on the dirt road and reach Nam Lan protected area. Trekking start from Nam Lan, it will take us 5 – 6 hours trekking through    very deep jungles of Nan Lan, experience amazing untouched jungle. Trek along the small river then we reach Ban Moutern, village of Akha Moutern, village is hidden in the deeper jungle. We will have dinner and overnight at this village.

Trekking: 5 – 6 hours.
Trekking level: very difficult.

Day three: Akha Moutern village – jungle trek – Ban Naten – Bountai.

After breakfast, we say goodbye to the host family and villagers. Today is still a challenging day. We trek through untouched forest, uphill to higher mountains. It is hard trekking indeed. We need sporty trekkers to do this trek. After we reach the top of mountain and then trek downhill along steep path. Finally, we will finish our trek, where we meet our driver.

We drive to Ban Naten and have lunch at this village. Then, drive to Bountai. We will arrive in Bountai late afternoon and finish our tour in Bountai.

Trekking: 6 – 6,5 hours, trekking level: very difficult.

  • Trek starts: at 8:00 am from Saenphaxay Guesthouse in Bountai.
  • Trek ends: at 5:00 pm in Bountai.
No of Pax 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Up
Price/Pax $200 $130 $110 $100 $90 $80 $75 $70

Price includes:

Water, Meals, English speaking guide, Local guide/s, Transportation, Ecolodge, Community-based ecotourism fund, Government taxes, National Park conservation fund, Tourism development fund, Villages fund, All entrance fees, Travel permits.

What to Bring:

  • A good pair of shoes for walking
  • A hat or cap
  • Sunglasses
  • Mosquito repellent/Insect repellent
  • Sunscreen
  • Toilet paper
  • Raincoat (in rainy season)
  • Long phants
  • Pocket money etc.

Important Do’s & Don’ts:

  • Do not give individual gifts or money to children.
  • Ask before taking photos of people or spiritual items.
  • Help keep the trails clean by not littering.
  • Purchasing handicrafts is highly appreciated, but do not purchase antiques.
  • Always stay with the guides
  • Do not use drugs.

Other:

  • Please let us know in advance if you are vegetarian or other allergic.
  • Please be at our office at 8:30am
  • You are welcome to contact us beforehand if you have any questions.