Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 2-day, 1-night Homestay & Hiking Adventure in the heart of Laos. This immersive experience offers a unique glimpse into rural Laotian life as you trek through lush forests and agricultural landscapes. Begin your journey with a scenic hike from Luang Prabang, traversing rice paddies and limestone grottos, before reaching a Khmu village where you'll enjoy an authentic homestay. Savor local cuisine and partake in cultural activities with the villagers. The adventure continues with a riverbed trek and a boat ride on the Nam Khan River, leading to the stunning Tad Sae Waterfall or another local village. With knowledgeable local guides, this tour promises an enriching encounter with the vibrant flora, fauna, and communities of Laos, all while supporting sustainable tourism initiatives. Enjoy the simplicity of traditional bamboo huts and shared outdoor facilities, making this an unforgettable cultural and natural exploration. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Luang Prabang-Khmu Homestay, Laos
Location: Luang Prabang
Accommodation: Homestay
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Start off with an accommodation pick-up at 8:30 am to go trekking through rice paddies and forests to a Khmu Village and a Hmong Village for lunch. Marvel at Laos’ incredible abundance of nature as you hike through beautiful limestone grottos, rocky slopes, mountains, and valleys and stay overnight in a bamboo hut or family home at a Khmu Village. Here you will have an authentic dinner with the villagers and learn about the colourful local culture first-hand. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Khmu Homestay-Luang Prabang, Laos
Location: Luang Prabang
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Trek along a beautiful riverbed past local Khmu village communities and take a boat ride on the Nam Khan River to either the Tad Sae Waterfall or another local village. Your trek ends in the afternoon with a transfer to your own (self-booked) accommodation in Luang Prabang or to the trek departure point.
What's Included
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Accommodation
1 night in a homestay in a traditional bamboo hut or family home in a Khmu village.
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Transport
Transfer to the trek starting point and local river boat services on Nam Khan.
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Activities
Experience Lao Loum, Lao Theung, and Sung village encounters.
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Guides
Guided by a knowledgeable, local English-speaking guide and local village guide where needed.
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Extras
Includes refreshments, fruit, drinking water, Fair Trek village fund contributions, entrance fees, local permission, and taxes.
What's Not Included
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Tips for guides
Tips for guides are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Additional Meals or Drinks
Any meal or drink not stated in the itinerary is not included.
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes a transfer to the trek starting point and a return transfer to your accommodation in Luang Prabang or the departure point.
Accommodation
Enjoy a unique overnight stay in a traditional bamboo hut or family home in a Khmu village, offering an authentic experience with shared outdoor facilities.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes an overnight stay in a traditional bamboo hut or family home in a Khmu village, offering an authentic experience with shared outdoor facilities.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
Transportation includes a transfer to the trek starting point and a return transfer to your accommodation in Luang Prabang or the departure point. Local river boat services on Nam Khan are also included.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes trekking through rice paddies, forests, and villages, a visit to a Hmong Village for lunch, and a boat ride on the Nam Khan river to the Tad Sae Waterfall or another local village.
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Is there a guide provided during the tour?
Yes, a knowledgeable, local English-speaking guide is provided, along with a local village guide where needed.
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Are there any cultural activities included in the tour?
Yes, you will have the opportunity to participate in cultural activities during your stay in the Khmu village, including having dinner with the villagers and tasting local Lao Whiskey.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Free Date Changes
Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.
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Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Homestay & Hiking Adventure 2D/1N
2 Days Starting and ending in Luang Prabang, Laos
Visiting: Luang Prabang
Tour operator:
Tour code:
14851
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
18-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements
