Trekking & Paddling SUP - Exploring Cuc Phuong National Park Forest and Paddling SUP on Buoi River
Cuc Phuong National Park is the largest and most important nature reserve in Northern Vietnam. Every year, scientists from all over the world come here to conduct research. An expedition through the ancient forest, where we must navigate our way, find suitable camping spots, observe signs of wildlife, and … immerse ourselves entirely in the wilderness, will be a one-of-a-kind experience.
The Buoi River flows through the provinces of Hoa Binh and Thanh Hoa. It is a beautiful river with clear blue water, and the landscapes on both sides are very diverse. While the SUP paddling trip on the Buoi River is neither long nor too challenging, it will be a truly unique and captivating experience.
The exploration of the ancient forest will be guided by the forest's rangers, local guides, and experienced tour guides
Learning about the rich flora and fauna of Cuc Phuong National Park
Inclusion
Round-trip car: Ha Noi – Cuc Phuong forest – Ha Noi
SUP and equipments
Trekking gear (trekking poles, gloves, insect repellent, first aid kit)
Meals as the schedule on the itinerary (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner)
Homestay at Khanh Village
Tour guides & forest ranger
Daily drink water
Environmental protection and sightseeing fees, tickets
Travel insurance
Exclusion
Personal expenses
Beverages during meals
Other kinds of beverage unlist in the tour program
Transportation fee before and after the trip
Ha Noi - Cuc Phuong forest (NP) - Trekking - Camping at Khanh Village
Meet up
06:30 - Heading to Ninh Binh. Preparing your own breakfast to eat on the bus or at rest stops along the way. Upon arriving at Cuc Phuong, communicating with forest rangers and local guides, receiving instructions about the journey, and preparing gears for the adventure. Before entering the forest, we will visit the Primate Rescue Center to learn about research and rescue efforts by Cuc Phuong National Park.
Continue going by bus to Bong where we will prepare to get in the forest. Our trekking route through the jungle will take approximately 6 hours, mostly on rugged trails with few human footprints. Having a picnic lunch in the forest at a suitable stopping point.
Arriving at Khanh village - a village of the Muong ethnic people located on the outskirts of Cuc Phuong National Park. Having dinner and staying overnight at a homestay here.
* Meals included: Lunch, Dinner
Playing Stand-Up Paddle (SUP) on Buoi River – Ha Noi
Breakfast
07:00 - Waking up and having breakfast at the homestay. After having breakfast with a cup of coffee or hot tea, we will go to the starting point for SUP by bus, this location is about 4km from the homestay. Paddling downstream and exploring one of the most beautiful sections of the Buoi River in Thanh Hoa province. The 5km stretch features stunning landscapes and winding sections along the cliffs of Cuc Phuong. You can swim in the river before boarding the bus to a local restaurant for lunch. After lunch, we will return to Hanoi by bus.
* Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
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