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Three thatched-roof boats on a calm river surrounded by dense green forest. 1
A bamboo bridge over a river with a person standing on it. 2
A river with bamboo water wheels, lush greenery, and a mountainous backdrop. 3
A group of people sitting on a patterned carpet in a rustic room with wooden walls and a thatched roof. 4
A couple on a swing in a lush green field with mountains in the background. 5

From Pu Luong Morning Escape: Easy Trek, Raft Lunch & Swim

By Thai Duong Travel
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $32 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Experience a peaceful morning along Cham Stream in Pu Luong
  • Walk through rice fields and traditional villages at an unhurried pace
  • Drift downstream on a bamboo raft through natural scenery
  • Enjoy a local lunch served on the bamboo raft
  • Small-group experience led by a local English speaking guide

Activity location

    • Pu Luong
    • Tram Tau District, Lao Cai, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Pu Luong
    • Tram Tau District, Lao Cai, Vietnam

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Bamboo rafting experience on Cham Stream
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    Local lunch served on the bamboo raft
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    Guided village walk and light trekking
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    English-speaking local guide
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    Transportation with driver
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    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Entrance fees
  • Exclusions
    Drinks beyond those mentioned
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Exclusions
    Travel insurance
  • Exclusions
    Tips

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Pets
    • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • 07:30 – 08:00 | Departure from your lodge
    Begin your journey toward Lan Village, walking through scenic rice fields and mountain landscapes.

    Visit a traditional Thai stilt house, where you’ll learn about the full silk-making process — from cocoon to finished textile — and even try weaving yourself.

    Continue to Chieng Lau Village to observe local farming practices and see traditional bamboo waterwheels in operation.

    10:00 | Trek to Cham Stream
    Start a scenic 4 km trek from Chieng Lau to Cham Stream. Along the way, stop at a local home to experience authentic hospitality and gain deeper insight into daily life.

    10:45 | Bamboo rafting & lunch
    Arrive at Cham Stream and board a bamboo raft for a relaxing journey downstream. Drift past lush forests, rice fields, and peaceful villages from a unique perspective.

    Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch served on the raft. During warm weather, you may also have the opportunity to swim in the clear stream. (Please bring a swimsuit and towel.)
    The experience ends with a sense of calm and connection, offering a deeper understanding of life shaped by river, land, and time in Pu Luong.

    12:00 | End of the tour
    Your guide and driver will transfer you back to your hotel in Pu Luong, or drop you off at the meeting point for your onward journey to Hanoi or Ninh Binh.

    End of the program. We look forward to welcoming you again on your next adventure.

Location

Activity location

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    • Pu Luong
    • Tram Tau District, Lao Cai, Vietnam

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Pu Luong
    • Tram Tau District, Lao Cai, Vietnam