Trekking - Conquering Mount Samu - U Bo - 2756m - Xim Vang Route
Samu - U Bo Peak (also known as Samu Peak) is one of the three peaks in the Devil's Triangle area (as the locals call it), belonging to the Ta Xua special-use forest. The peak is 2756m high and is located on the border of Yen Bai and Son La provinces. Around March and April every year, this place is the kingdom of exotic flowers and herbs in the middle of the primeval forest full of mystery and magic, making many people wish to see this beautiful landscape with their own eyes.
There are many trekking routes to conquer Sa Mu peak, but the easiest route with very beautiful scenery is the route starting from Xim Vang of Bac Yen, Son La, going to Samu peak, then going down the mountain by another way to return to Xim Vang. This route is not time-sensitive, so trekkers will have plenty of time to admire the extremely mysterious beauty of nature here.
This route is not time-sensitive, so trekkers will have plenty of time to admire the extremely mysterious beauty of nature here.
Inclusion
Round-trip bus Ha Noi - Bac Yen - Ha Noi
Meals as the schedule on the itinerary
Round-trip motorbike taxi
Homestay at Xim Vang
Mountain shed
Soaking foot in herbal
Trekking gear
Tour guides & local guide
Daily drink water
Environmental protection and sightseeing fees, tickets
Travel insurance
Exclusion
Personal expenses
Other kinds of beverage unlist in the tour program
Transportation fee before and after the trip
Ha Noi - Bac Yen - Ta Xua
Briefing and Starting the tour
18:00 - Arriving at the starting point and boarding the bus to Bac Yen, Son La. We will stop for dinner along the way (if necessary).
24:00 - Arriving at Umove Adventure’s homestay in Xim Vang. Staying overnight here.
* Dinner is not included.
Xim Vang - U Bo (Overnight Shed)
Breakfast
06:30 - Waking up early for personal hygiene and having breakfast at the homestay.
07:00 - After having breakfast, having a cup of coffee while the guide briefs the group on today’s trekking route. Preparing your gear, and any unnecessary items can be left at the homestay for pickup the next day.
08:30 - Departing from the homestay and taking a motorbike taxi to the starting point. Today, we will trek for about 6 hours through sparse forests at the foot of the mountain, followed by moss-covered forests at higher elevations. The route includes some gentle slopes, not too challenging.
12:00 - Stopping for lunch in the forest. The porter team will prepare the meal for the group. After lunch, continue trekking to the overnight shelter at U Bo peak.
16:00 - Arriving at the overnight shed. Freshening up and changing clothes. The remaining time can be spent exploring the area around the campsite or relaxing by the fire until dinner.
18:00 - Having dinner. Finishing dinner, experiencing a hot herbal foot bath, socializing with other members of the group, and experiencing the peaceful mountain atmosphere. Sleeping overnight at the shelter.
* Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight Shed - Samu Peak - Xim Vang - Ha Noi
Breakfast
05:00 - Waking up early, having breakfast, and enjoying hot coffee or ginger tea.
06:00 - After breakfast, we will warm up and begin the final leg of the journey to reach Samu Peak. As we near the summit, we will pass through a mystical moss forest with many great photo opportunities. Samu Peak is about an hour's trek from U Bo Peak.
07:30 - Reaching Samu Peak, where the group will rest and take photos.
08:30 - Begin the descent. Along the way, we will pass by some massive ancient trees that are symbolic of Samu Peak.
12:00 - Stopping for lunch along the way.
15:30 - Coming back to the homestay for taking a shower and having a rest.
17:00 - Having dinner at the homestay.
19:00 - Boarding the bus back to Hanoi.
24:00 - Arriving in Hanoi. End of the tour.
* Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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