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The trek starts in the village of Ban Namleu, a Lanten village. The trail ascends from Ban Nam Leu to the ridge line. Along the trail we will pass through forest in various stages of regeneration as well as some upland fields. Ask the guide to tell you how we are working with the villagers to conservation and regenerate the forest. We will meet local villagers along the trail coming from or going to market. Descend from the ridge down to the village of Ban Nalan Tai on the banks of the Nam Ha. In order to distribute the benefit between villagers, trips alternate overnight stays between the lodges of Ban Nam Goy and Ban Nalan Tai (Khmu) Ban Nam Goy (Lanten). If you are staying Ban Nam Goy you will walk another 40 minutes along the bank of the Nam Ha River from Ban Nalan Tai.
Approximately: 40 minutes transfer/ 6 hours trekking
After breakfast, we continue through the forest along the banks of the Nam Ha. Monkeys have been reported in this area. If we walk quietly and luck is on our side, we may hear them. Meet the villagers in the forest along the way for a forest picnic. We will cross the Nam Ha River on a bamboo raft before entering the Nam Ha National Protected Area. Here the trail traverses old growth forests, follows streams along which we will notice signs of the abundant wildlife in the area. If we are lucky, we may even see some. We continue over the ridge passing through rice paddy before reaching the banks of the Nam Tha and to the Khmu village of Ban Hat Yawng where the villagers will host you in their lodge.
Approximately: 5 hours trekking
The third day is spent kayaking on the Nam Tha River, which flows through a more densely populated and cultivated landscape. Trip finishes at the Khmu village of Ban Hat Nalaeng.
From here, we will return to Luang Namtha either by boat motor or pick-up truck. The optional return by river is in a traditional motor boat operated by area villagers. On your way up the river you will may see water birds along the banks of the river and make your last pass along the border of the Nam Ha Protected Area. If returning by pick-up truck, the road may be a bit rough and a little dusty.
Approximately: 2 ½ hours transfer or 2 hours boat/ 4 hours kayaking
Note:
• Return by boat may not be possible from March- June and a return by pick-up may not be possible July – September.
• Nam Tha is best for rafting from July to November, for kayaking all year round
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| Price Per Person - NT-Y-01 |
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| 1 person |
300 US$ |
| 2 persons |
174 US$ |
| 3 persons |
132 US$ |
| 4 persons |
111 US$ |
| 5 persons |
99 US$ |
| 6 person |
90 US$ |
| 7 persons |
84 US$ |
| 8 persons |
80 US$ |
| Private surcharge
per group |
100 US$ |
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Where does your money go?
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 : Green Discovery, overhead, equipment costs, marketing, product development, profit 23% |
 : Villager 26% |
 : Guides, Transport, Restaurant 24% |
 : Nam Ha NPA 8% |
 : Community Based Tourism Development Fund 6% |
 : Taxes 13% |
Depart from: |
Green Discovery Laos, Luang Namtha office
The Boat Landing Guest House
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Arrival at: |
Green Discovery, Luang Namtha office
The Boat Landing Guest House |
Start time: |
8:30 am |
End at: |
5:00 pm day 2 |
Duration: |
3 days |
Departure date: |
3 departures per week (Tus, Thur and Sat) |
Activities: |
Trekking, kayaking |
Trekking Grade: |
2-3 |
| River Grade: |
1-easy to 2-3 intermediate, depending on river level |
Transport: |
Songthaew |
Accommodation: |
Village lodge
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Meals: |
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What to bring: |
Hat, bandana, sun-screen, clothes and shoes to get wet, mosquito repellent, change of clothes, warm clothes for the evening (Nov- Mar), sarong for bathing, flashlight, towel, money to buy handicrafts and extra drinks.
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What is included: |
Water, meals, local English speaking guide, accommodation, and transport as listed above, trekking permit and entrance fees.
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This trip takes us through three Lanten Villages and two Khmu villages. Ban Nalan Tai, a Khmu village, and Ban Nam Goy, a Lanten village, can only be accessed by foot or by boat. This trail climbs a ridge near the Nam Ha River and goes through forested areas bordering the Nam Ha Protected Area. On the second the trail crosses over the Nam Ha River to cut through a section of old growth forest with abundant signs of wildlife before we pass through rice paddies and finally cross the Nam Tha River to Ban Hat Yawng. The overnight stay alternates from trip to trip between Ban Nam Goy or Ban Nalan Tai. On this trip we will learn about the upland agricultural practices, the uses of the forest and we’ll enjoy the hospitality and food of the Lanten. 
