LUANG NAM THA KAYAKING TOUR FOR 1 DAY
Overview
This tour is just the tour for those who want a pleasant day paddling and exploring villages along the banks of the Nam Tha River. Wildlife can be seen while paddling…
Tour Route Map
Luang Nam Tha Kayaking Tour For 1 Day: Ban Sope Dute – Ban Sop Sim Noy – Luang Namtha
The day begins with some basic paddle instruction and equipment familiarization before taking to the river in single or double kayaks. The Nam Tha meanders through changing forest types, inhabited by animals, such as sun bear, tiger and barking deer and a great variety of birds. The border of the Nam Ha Protected Area is reached in the Lanten village of Ban Sope Dute.
Various sets of exciting but safe rapids lead up to a lunch break on the riverside. Nam Tha River After a typical Lao picnic, there is time for relaxation and a refreshing swim. The next paddling stretch takes the group to the Khmu village of Ban Sop Sim Noy.
Kayaking ends at the confluence of the Nam Ha and Nam Tha Rivers, from where a pick-up takes us for the return to Luang Namtha. The optional return by river is in a traditional motor-boat operated by villagers of the area.
Approximately: 20 minutes transfer/ 5 hours kayaking or rafting.
Note:
• Return by boat may not be possible from March-June and a return by pick-up may not be (image) possible July–September.
• The Nam Tha is best for rafting from July to November, for kayaking all year round
What to bring:
Hat, sun-screen, clothes/shoes to get wet, sarong for bathing
Include :
- Water
- Meals,
- Transport
