One Day Trekking & Homestays

Ngu Chi Son Mountain Trekking

Time: 12-13 hours, including breaks. Start at 5 am

Fitness level: Challenging* with a rope climb at the end

*Please note that the terrain can be challenging with some parts requiring rope climbing and steep inclines, particularly during foggy or rainy weather. We recommend wearing sturdy walking shoes with good grip for your safety and comfort.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure to Ngu Chi Son, Vietnam’s 15th highest mountain at 2,858m. With its five towering peaks resembling fingers reaching for the sky, this majestic mountain is known for its pristine landscapes, diverse vegetation, and breathtaking views.

    • Conquer Ngu Chi Son: Reach the summit of Vietnam’s 15th highest mountain (2,858m) and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views.

    • Untouched Nature: Trek through pristine jungle, diverse vegetation, and cloud-covered paths.

  • Start your experience early at 5 am. Your guide will pick you up at your hotel in the centre of Sapa or at our office.

    • First drive 25 km to the foot of Mount Ngi Chi Son. At 6 am you start the trek

    • By 8 am you will reach an elevation of 2,400m, where the climate is cooler and more foggy.

    • Enjoy lunch at 2,600m after trekking through the steep jungle terrain.

    • Before reaching the peak of Ngu Chi Son, you will endure challenging parts of the trek, sometimes requiring rope climbing.

    • The summit is one of the 15 highest mountains in the are and offers magnificant views of Mount Fansipan and other surrounding peaks.

    • Descend back and return to Sapa town by motorbike, finishing the trek by 6:00-7:00 PM.

    • Lunch (picnic style)

    • Knowledgeable English-speaking, local tour guide

    • Pick-up and drop-off in Sapa city

    • Village entrance fees

    • Snack

    • Mineral water

    • All fees for the mountain: toilet fee, insurance, observator.

    • Personal travel insurance

    • Drinks and personal expenses

    • Comfortable walking shoes

    • Insect repellent, sunscreen

    • Seasonal clothing

  • $150 pp

    1 person

  • $96 pp

    2 people

  • $75 pp

    3 people

  • $70 pp

    4 people

  • $62 pp

    5 people +

East of Muong Hoa Valley

    • Trek through stunning rice terraces and see the beautiful views of Muong Hoa Valley

    • Visit a Black Hmong village, and enjoy cooking and eating lunch with a local family

    • Visit a local secondary school and Catholic church

  • Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Sapa or meet you at our office at 9 AM.

    • Depart from Sapa town by car to the trek’s starting point at Jade Hills Resort.

    • Trek along a scenic route with panoramic views of rice terraces, cross the Y Linh Ho Bridge

    • Visit a Black Hmong village and learn more about their traditional culture

    • Trek to Lao Chai San village where you will have lunch with a Black Hmong family and help them cook traditional dishes

    • Visit Lao Chai village’s secondary school and Catholic church

    • Hike up a small trail for a breathtaking view of Muong Hoa Valley

    • Arrive at Ta Van village, where a car will take you back to Sapa town

    • All transportation

    • Knowledgeable English-speaking, local guide

    • Village entrance fee

    • Lunch with local family

    • Bottle of water

    • Personal expenses

    • Drinks

    • Personal travel insurance

    • Comfortable walking shoes

    • Insect repellent, sunscreen

    • Seasonal clothing

Time: 6-7 hours, starts at 9AM

Fitness level: Medium-Challenging* - Approximately 15 km.

*Please note that the terrain can be challenging, with steep inclines, particularly during foggy or rainy weather. We recommend wearing sturdy walking shoes with good grip for your safety and comfort.

Description This scenic trek takes you through a lesser-known route in Muong Hoa Valley, home to the Hmong, Dao, and Giay communities. Walk past beautiful rice terraces, visit local villages and step inside a local home to learn about traditional culture. Enjoy a hands-on cooking experience and lunch with a Hmong family before continuing to Lao Chai village’s school and Catholic church.

  • $60 pp

    1 person

  • $40 pp

    2 people

  • $35 pp

    3 people

  • $30 pp

    4 people

  • $25 pp

    5 people +

Three Tribes in Muong Hoa Valley

Time: 6-7 hours, 9 AM

Fitness level: Medium-Challenging* - Approximately 12 km.

*Please note that the terrain can be challenging, with steep inclines, particularly during foggy or rainy weather. We recommend wearing sturdy walking shoes with good grip for your safety and comfort.

Description Sapa is home to diverse ethnic communities, each with its own traditions, clothing, and way of life. This trek takes you through the stunning Muong Hoa Valley, where you will visit the Black Hmong, Giay, and Red Dao villages. In this trek you will walk through beautiful rice terraces, bamboo forests, and waterfalls while learning about these fascinating cultures from your local guide.

    • Meet and learn about the Black Hmong, Giay, and Red Dao ethnic groups

    • Enjoy panoramic views of Muong Hoa Valley

    • Trek along the buffalo trails, passing rice fields and bamboo forests

    • Local lunch close to waterfall

  • Start your adventure at 9 AM. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Sapa or meet you at our office.

    • Depart from Sapa town and drive 5 km to Lao Chai village, home of the Black Hmong people

    • Walk uphill from Lao Chai Hanging Bridge to Ta Van Hmong village, stopping for stunning views of the valley

    • You will trek to Lao Chai Hanging Bridge, along the buffalo trail, passing rice fields and bamboo forests

    • Reach Giang Ta Chai village, where you’ll relax and enjoy lunch by a waterfall

    • Continue uphill to visit the Red Dao villages, learning about their unique traditions and costumes

    • Finish the trek at the main road, where a car will take you back to Sapa town

    • All transport

    • Knowledgeable English-speaking, local guide

    • Lunch and 1 bottle of water

    • Personal expenses

    • Drinks

    • Personal travel insurance

    • Comfortable walking shoes

    • Insect repellent, sunscreen

    • Seasonal clothing

  • $100 pp

    1 person

  • $80 pp

    2 people

  • 3 people

    $75 pp

  • 4 people

    $60 pp

  • 5 people +

    $50 pp