3-Day Kayaking Adventure on Nam Ha & Nam Tha Rivers

Trip Overview:

This three-day kayaking adventure through the Nam Ha National Protected Area (NPA) in Northern Laos offers a unique cultural and natural experience. Paddle along the Nam Ha and Nam Tha rivers, visit minority villages, and immerse yourself in the Khmu people’s way of life. Spend two nights in homestays or eco-lodges and enjoy local cuisine prepared by your hosts and guides.

Itinerary:

  • Day 1: Luang Namtha to Tasae-Nalan

    9:00 AM: Meet your guide and driver at the office. After a brief introduction, visit the morning market for supplies, then head to the kayaking start point. Kayaking: Receive basic instructions on kayaking and safety. Paddle downriver through Khmu agricultural land and lush tropical forests. Encounter a series of rapids and enjoy a picnic lunch enroute. Arrival: Around 3:00 PM, arrive at the village, explore, meet locals, or swim. Enjoy dinner prepared by the host family, followed by a traditional performance.

  • Day 2: Nalan to Nam Khoy-Huaylued

    Morning: Enjoy breakfast and coffee or tea prepared by your host family. Observe traditional Khmu hunting and rice grinding techniques. Kayaking: Continue paddling downriver, navigating rapids and stopping at Nalan Tai village for a picnic lunch. Visit Nam Koy village to learn about natural dyeing and bamboo paper making. Arrival: Reach Ban Houylued, a Khmu village, and stay overnight in an eco-lodge.

  • Day 3: Huaylued to Hat Naleng

    Morning: Start the day with a traditional Lao breakfast. Paddle downriver through scenic landscapes and secondary jungle. Visits: Stop at Ban Hat Yong, a Khmu village, and Ban Sinoudom, a Lao boat village. Enjoy a riverside picnic lunch. Final Leg: Continue kayaking through rapids until reaching Hat Naleng village around 3:30 PM. Return to the city by car.Note: The best time for kayaking on Nam Ha is from July to November. Low water levels from December to June may make kayaking more challenging.

Detailed Info & Pricing:

Tour Info:

  • Tour ID: NT-KY-05
  • Rivers: Nam Ha and Nam Tha
  • Departure: Daily
  • Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
  • Paddle Time: Approximately 4-5 hours/day
  • Difficulty Level: Moderate

Pricing:

  • 2 Pax Price US$ 223/Pax.
  • 3 Pax Price US$ 185/Pax.
  • 4 Pax Price US$ 158/Pax.
  • 5 Pax Price US$ 150/Pax.
  • 6 Pax Price US$ 134/Pax.
Note: 
The price varies according to the number of participants. The price decreases as more tourists book the same tour!

Price Includes:

Certified, English-speaking tour guide; Transport with certified driver; Accommodation (Eco-lodge/Homestay); Kayaks and river equipment; Meals and drinking water; Community distribution and Government taxes and charges.

Our Kayak

Ideal for young or strong individuals, kayaking can accommodate 2-3 people.

Our Raft

Ideal for older adults and family trips, this raft accommodates 7-8 people.

Optional:

Snacks, fruit, personal water bottle; Personal medicine and Sandals or flip-flops.

Other Info:

Notify of dietary restrictions or allergies in advance, arrive at the office by 8:30 AM and Contact for any inquiries.

What to Bring:

Shoes that can get wet; Hat or cap; Sunglasses; Insect repellent; Sunscreen; Toilet paper; Raincoat (June-Sep); Pocket money and Appropriate kayaking 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.

Where does your money go?

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