15 Ng. 100 Đ. Nguyễn Xiển, Thanh Xuân Nam, Thanh Xuân, Hà Nội 100000
15 Ng. 100 Đ. Nguyễn Xiển, Thanh Xuân Nam, Thanh Xuân, Hà Nội 100000
Embark on an extraordinary and deeply immersive 3-day Nam Et Waterfall & The Nests Trekking Tour, meticulously crafted by Golden Trail Travel for intrepid travelers, nature enthusiasts, and ethical adventurers. This award-winning eco-tourism initiative takes you deep into the pristine wilderness of Nam Et-Phou Louey National Park, one of Southeast Asia's most significant protected areas, offering an unparalleled opportunity to connect with nature and contribute directly to vital conservation tourism Laos efforts. It's the ultimate Laos eco-adventure for those seeking an off-the-beaten-path Laos experience.
Your Nam Et-Phou Louey trekking journey combines invigorating hikes with unique wildlife encounters and sustainable practices. A significant highlight of this tour is the chance to spend a night in The Nests Laos – innovative, spherical accommodation units suspended amidst the trees, providing an intimate and eco-friendly connection with the rainforest canopy. From these unique lodgings, you'll engage in a thrilling nocturnal experience at the wildlife observation tower. Guided by experienced local rangers, you'll silently observe various nocturnal wildlife observation, including deer, civets, porcupines, diverse wild cats, and potentially even signs of more elusive large mammals, with the project being crucial for tiger conservation Laos. This provides an incredible opportunity for wildlife photography Laos and a deeper understanding of the park's vibrant ecosystem. During the day, the park teems with diverse avian life, offering excellent bird watching Laos opportunities.
Beyond the thrilling wildlife observation, this 3-day Laos eco-tour includes captivating treks to stunning natural features. You'll embark on a rewarding Nam Et waterfall trek, discovering picturesque cascades that flow through the lush jungle, perfect for refreshing breaks and soaking in the serene natural beauty. The trekking routes are designed to offer a balance of challenge and accessibility, allowing you to explore the park's rich biodiversity Laos and enjoy the tranquility of the forest. This tour is deeply rooted in responsible travel Laos and community-based tourism Laos. The project directly supports local villages, providing sustainable income and fostering a strong incentive for them to protect the wildlife and their habitats, including endangered species Laos. You'll interact with knowledgeable local guides and rangers, learning about their traditional ecological knowledge, the challenges of conservation, and the successes of this pioneering initiative. Delicious traditional Lao meals prepared by the community further immerse you in the authentic Laos experience.
Golden Trail Travel ensures a safe, well-organized, and profoundly meaningful journey. Every aspect of this Nam Et-Phou Louey trekking experience is designed to educate and inspire, highlighting the delicate balance of nature and the importance of ethical tourism. It’s more than just a tour; it's a profound connection with nature and a direct contribution to the future of Laos' incredible wilderness, making it an unforgettable Laos nature escape and a definitive jungle adventure Laos.
Unique "The Nests" Overnight Stay: Experience an unforgettable night in The Nests Laos, innovative spherical accommodation units suspended in the trees, offering an eco-friendly and intimate connection with the rainforest and a truly unique accommodation Laos.
Nocturnal Wildlife Observation Tower Experience: Engage in thrilling nocturnal wildlife observation from a specially designed treetop tower, guided by expert local rangers using spotlights to spot elusive animals in their natural habitat.
Trekking to Nam Et Waterfall: Embark on a rewarding Nam Et waterfall trek through lush jungle to discover picturesque cascades, perfect for relaxing breaks and enjoying the serene natural beauty of the park.
Direct Contribution to Wildlife Conservation: Participate in a pioneering conservation tourism Laos initiative where your tour fees directly support the protection of endangered species Laos and their habitats within Nam Et-Phou Louey National Park, including vital tiger conservation Laos efforts.
Authentic Community-Based Tourism: Engage with and support local ethnic communities who manage and directly benefit from the project, learning about their traditional knowledge and their crucial role in wildlife protection.
High Chance of Wildlife Spotting: With patience and luck, observe various species of deer, civets, porcupines, diverse wild cats, and numerous birds (excellent for bird watching Laos), making it a rewarding Laos wildlife watching experience.
Expert Local Guides & Trackers: Be accompanied by highly knowledgeable local guides and park rangers who are expert trackers, enhancing your chances of spotting wildlife and providing invaluable insights into the ecosystem.
Immersive Jungle & Rainforest Experience: Trek through and immerse yourself in the sounds and atmosphere of the pristine rainforest, providing a genuine jungle adventure Laos and a deep connection with nature.
Educational & Environmental Focus: Learn about the rich biodiversity Laos possesses, the challenges of wildlife conservation, and the successes of the project in protecting this vital ecosystem.
Responsible & Sustainable Travel: This tour is a prime example of responsible travel Laos and sustainable tourism Laos, emphasizing minimal environmental impact and maximum benefit to both wildlife and local communities.
HOTELS
Homestay
Economy 2*+ Hotels
Superior 3* Hotels
First Class 4* Hotels
Deluxe 5* Hotels
Luxury 5*++ Hotels
Notes:
*All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request
Important Notes:
HOTELS, PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
GUIDE/LEADER:
English speaking guide. French , Germany , Spanish, Italian, Russian speaking guide can be arranged with on request.
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Enter the National Park and enjoy waterfalls along the way. Overnight in a jungle camp.
(6 km trek. 4 hours. Elev. Gain/Loss: +1225m/-500m. Avg. Slope: +11%/-7.5%)
Morning
The National Park’s English-speaking guide and driver will meet clients at around 8:30am at the guesthouse in Muang Hiem.
First, visit the National Park’s headquarters and Visitor Center in Muang Hiam. The guide will share a presentation of the Nam Et-Phou Louey National Park and introduce the on-the-ground efforts in protecting wildlife.
After a 45-minute drive along a curvy road through gorgeous mountainous landscapes and through the National Park corridor you will arrive at Ban Sakok, an ethnic Khmu Village, situated on the edge of the National Park’s boundary.
The village guide, porters and cooks will be waiting to greet you at the village visitor center, which has beautiful panoramic view of the village and surrounding mountains. The guide will inform you about the itinerary of the upcoming tour.
The trekking starts at around 10.00am, first you will hike through the village’s rice, tobacco, and cornfields learning along the way about upland rice cultivation and rural livelihoods.
At the edge of the fields and forest, enjoy a picnic overlooking fields and the backdrop of Phou Louey Mountain. Here your guides will explain about the different management zones of the park.
Afternoon
After lunch, begin trekking into the National Park following the path built and maintained by the village to the Tad Loy Camp. The trail climbs steadily into mixed deciduous forests. Your local guide may show you medicinal plants along the way.
This first day of trekking is quite short. After approximately 2-3 hours, you will arrive at the Tad Louey and Tad Loy waterfalls. Spend time relaxing, swimming at the two waterfalls, one of the most beautiful waterfalls found in the area before continuing to the camp.
Evening – Dinner
Enjoy a traditional Khmu dinner prepared by the village cook and porters. After, relax by the campfire and the wild outback of Nam Et-Phou Louey National Park. The guides may tell you Khmu folktales and stories about dragons, wildlife and ghosts.
Optional: After dinner, your guide can take you on a short (around 30min) night walk nearby the camp to see insects and other small creatures of the night.
Night
Overnight in Jungle Huts (2 persons per hut).
PhouPhaMai Mountain Pass. Wildlife Observation Tower and overnight in the Nests.
(12 km trek. 7 hours. Elev. Gain/Loss +895m/-660m. Avg. Slope +11%/-11%)
Morning
Wake up early and before breakfast walk up to a nearby mountain to check for wildlife photos on camera traps set there, bird watch, and possibly have the opportunity to hear the calls of the rare Northern White-Cheeked Gibbons.
After returning back to the campsite, enjoy breakfast. Today you will trek from the foothills of Phou Louey Mountain across the rugged and mountainous landscape to The Nests campsite located nearby the Poung Nied saltlick and the wildlife observation tower.
The route traverses some beautiful forest and landscapes and trench remains from the war. The trek is approximately 12km and takes around 7hours with a steep ascent to the top of Phou Phamai Mountain Pass (Elev. 1’500m) followed by a gradual descent down to the camp.
The top of Phou Phamai Mountain offers great view over the National Park, and you can see far away the Ban Sakok village from where you started your trek. Enjoy a picnic lunch with a view.
Afternoon
You will arrive at The Nests camp in the mid-afternoon and will be shown to your accommodation – the hanging spherical “Nest”. Enjoy free time to relax, bath in the nearby river and enjoy the nature.
Evening
Enjoy traditional Khmu dinner prepared by the village cooking group at around 6-7 PM. Dinner is eaten at the camp and is not allowed at the observation tower.
After dinner, you will receive a briefing about wildlife viewing at the Poung Nied salt lick – one of the largest salt licks in the National Park. The guides will inform tourists about the species of animals they may see and explain the rules and expectations for spotlighting.
It’s important to follow the introduced rules, such as: no talking, no eating at the salt lick observation tower. We will stay at the observation tower for a few hours (depending on your curiosity and patience) until no later than 11:30 pm.
The most common animals that you might spot include Sambar and barking deer (AKA muntjak) and various species of civets, although, if lucky, you may see also other protected animals such as bears, dhole, several species of wild cats and others.
Please wear warm clothes as it can be quite cold in the late evening/night time.
Last day. Morning Gibbon calls and Birdwatching. Exit the National Park.
(7.5 km forest trek + 5km local tractor. 4 hours trek + 1h tractor. Elev. Gain/Loss +420m/-460m. Avg. Slope +10%/-11%)
Morning
Early morning before breakfast, your guide will offer you two options:
First option, wake up at 6:00 AM walk back to the nearby salt lick to identify different wildlife tracks. Spend approximately an hour in the observation platform, as morning is a great time for bird watching. After, follow the guide to check the camera traps.
Second option, wake up early morning at 5:30 and walk for 20 minutes up the mountain to try your luck to listed to the calls of the critically endangered Northern White Checked Gibbons. Enjoy sunrise and birdwatching from a small viewpoint platform in a tree. At 6:30 follow the guide to check the camera traps.
Once back to the camp, enjoy breakfast and view wildlife camera trap photos taken by the camera trap during the previous night.
Twelve surrounding villages involved in this project receive monetary bonuses in the form of a village development fund based on the number and type of wildlife, and wildlife proof identified and viewed in the camera traps. (This fee is included in the tour price.)
Return – trek from The Nests to Ban Nam Poung Village
Your final day of trekking takes you along a 7.5 km forest path. Pass by the ranger substation and trek through thick jungle and mixed deciduous forest. The local guide will show you medicinal plants and spot animal tracks along the way.
Afternoon
The trek has a couple moderate ascents before descending into agriculture fields. At the edge of the forest and fields, enjoy a picnic lunch. From here a tok tok (a small tractor used for plowing rice paddies and convertible to a vehicle for transportation) will pick you up and take you through the village rice and corn fields for about 5km to Ban Nam Poung Village, an ethnic Khmu Village, situated on the edge of the national park boundary.
Once in the village your village guides will bid you goodbye and you will be transferred back to Muang Hiem by private truck or van. We will be back in Muang Hiem in afternoon.
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