For the active traveler seeking true immersion, this full-day trek goes way beyond the beaten path. Visit remote hilltribe villages and rediscover Mock Mhoo, a ghost village abandoned over 40 years ago. Traverse a rugged, forgotten trail over high mountain ridges before descending through lush farmland to the Nam Khan valley. This is a day of physical challenge, rich history, and untouched nature.
This diverse full-day trek offers the perfect balance of culture, nature, and scenery. Your journey begins in a mountainside Khmu village where you will explore traditional rural life before stepping onto the trail. The path takes you through dense, vibrant rainforest before breaking out onto the high-altitude farmlands of Houy Nok Phit. High above the Nam Khan Valley, you will enjoy one of the most spectacular panoramic views in the region.
This adventurous two-day tour combines the physical challenge of a deep jungle trek with the relaxation of a river journey. Hike through the National Protected Forest to the abandoned village of Mock Mhoo, exploring rugged and forgotten mountain trails before resting at a remote farmstay.
Descend to the river and board kayaks for a scenic paddle down the Nam Khan River. You’ll drift past lush jungle, enjoy a riverside lunch, and—season permitting—cool off in the turquoise pools of the Tad Sae.
This exhilarating half-day trek takes you high above the heat of the valley for some of the best panoramic views in the region. Tackle a steep ascent through mountain farms that offers sweeping vistas of the Mekong River and Luang Prabang far below. The trail transitions from open peaks to cool jungle shade as you descend toward the seasonal Nong Tok Lake—a vibrant wetland teeming with butterflies in the rainy season.
This two-day escape combines a scenic ridge trek with a relaxing river journey. On day one, you ascend past mountain farms to the high ridges of the Houy Nok Phit trail, enjoying panoramic views over the Nam Khan Valley before settling in for a rustic night at a remote mountain farmstay.
On Day 2 you’ll descent to the river and trade boots for boats to kayak down the Nam Khan River along jungle-covered banks. Enjoy a riverside lunch and, depending on the season, a stop at Tad Sae Waterfalls.
Designed for the adventurous hiker, this 2-day expedition contrasts the raw challenge of deep jungle exploration with the soaring beauty of high-altitude ridges. Day one takes you into the heart of the rainforest to the abandoned Mock Mhoo village, ending with a rustic night at a remote mountain farmstay. Day two rewards your physical efforts with the sweeping panoramas of the Houy Nok Phit trail. This tour balances wilderness challenge, historical intrigue, and breathtaking scenery.
Traverse the rugged spine of Laos on an active journey into wild karst landscapes, pristine rivers, and ancient heritage. From the golden spires of Luang Prabang to the subterranean depths of Kong Lor and Xe Bang Fai, this expedition connects you directly with remote Khmu and Hmong communities through our FairTrek program. Trek forgotten mountain trails, paddle wild waters, explore volcanic coffee plateaus, and uncover the living pulse of Indochina.
Trek through verdant mountains, take in the splendor of Kuang Si waterfall and learn about Laos’ fascinating diverse ethnic culture in a Hmong village.
Enjoy a superb selection of activities while taking part in the Luang Prabang Fair Trek project. Hike through breathtaking landscapes and villages, enjoy a night out of town in a local home stay, meet the protected Asian Elephants and relax on the river while paddling back to Luang Prabang World Heritage town with a kayak. A perfect 2 day light adventure package that brings you to the heart of Laos…it’s people and animals.
A great tour for active travelers with limited time: Within a day you’ll walk to places that feel much farther out of town than it seems possible to have walked. You’ll encounter the Hmong and Khmu ethnic groups, get some insight into their way of life, kayak down the Nam Khan River, and take in amazing landscapes along the way.