Kayak Through the Namtha River: Jungle & Village Experience (5-6 Hours)

Itinerary:

• Morning: We meet at the Discovering Laos office at 9:00 am, from there a short Tuk-Tuk ride takes us to the start of the kayaking adventure. After a brief tutorial on saying techniques and safety, we start paddling on the mighty Namtha River, the largest and most important river of the Luang Namtha province. Following 2 hours of paddling through jaw-dropping scenery and thrilling rapids we stop off at Sop Tud village of the Lantan people, taking time to meet the locals and learning about their culture. 
• Midday: Having conquered a cascade of exciting rapids we find a perfect riverbank location for a delicious Lao picnic lunch.
• Afternoon: Back on the river dramatic scenery unfolds as the current carries us through a stretch of calmer waters. Further downriver we pass quaint Khmu villages, where we can stop for a rest and the chance of an introduction to the local people and their unique culture. The final stage on our river adventure includes yet more exciting rapids and stunning scenery until, at last, we reach the Khmu village of Houy Leuat. At which a tuk-tuk awaits our arrival for the transfer back to the Discovering Laos office around 4-5:00 pm. 

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👉 Starting and meeting point is at Discovering Laos office in Luang Namtha Province, click here to see >Google Map<

• Face head-on the mighty Namtha river, as you tackle exciting rapids set against a backdrop of dramatic natural scenery

• The Namtha river is the largest river in the province of Luang Namtha and provides excellent kayaking thrills year-round

• Enjoy a delicious Lao picnic at a truly unique and picturesque location on the Namha river

• Watch dramatic scenery unfold while paddling downriver, tackling exciting rapids and visiting remote communities on the way

• Visit remote ethnically diverse villages of the Lantan and Khmu people; learn about their unique cultures and way of life

• Vehicle transport

• Helmet, Lifejacket & Dry-bag 

• Local English speaking guide

• Local minority assistant guide

• Lunch​ & Drinking Water

• National Park Fee

• Community Distribution

• Government Taxes and charges

• Comfortable clothes and shoes that you don't mind getting wet

• Swimwear, shorts and top

• Towel & Sandals/water shoes 

• Sunscreen, Hat, Sunglasses

• Mosquito repellent

• Warm clothes (for the journey home)

• Tissues or toilet paper 

• Personal medicines 

• Money (for handicrafts & extra drinks) 

• Available during Rainy Season only

• Please arrive at the starting point (Discovering Laos office in Luang Namtha province) at least 20 minutes before the tour starts

• Bringing warm clothes is strongly advisable to change into for the tuk-tuk ride back to the office.

Cancellation Policy

• More than one month is charging 10 % of tour package prices

• Less than one month is charging 30 % of tour package prices

• One week or less is charging 50% of tour package prices

Refund Policy

• Kindly be advised that only tour/activity fees are refundable; Bank fees cannot be refunded under any circumstances.

• If you have questions or encounter problems with the tour, please contact WhatsApp/Tel: +856 20 59 533 720