Guided Trekking Adventure Cuc Phuong
5Days 4Nights
Trip code :ADTNPC5
Highlights:
It is likely that Pu Luong has strong faunal and floral affinities with Cuc Phuong National Park, which is situated to 25 km to the south-east, along the same limestone range. However, the higher elevations at Pu Luong and the presence of more extensive areas of evergreen forest means that Pu Luong can be expected to support a number of species that do not occur at Cuc Phuong. Indeed, the results of recent survey work conducted at Pu Luong nature reserve indicate that this is in fact the case.
With regard to the vertebrate fauna of Pu Luong, a total of 84 mammal species (including 24 bat species), 162 bird species, 55 fish species, 28 reptile species and 13 amphibian species have been recorded at the nature reserve to date. Pu Luong nature reserve is an important site for the conservation of the globally critically endangered, endemic primate, Delacour’s Leaf Monkey. The population at Pu Luong has been estimated to number 40 to 45 individuals, making it one of the largest known populations in Vietnam.
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DETAILED ITINERARY:
DAY1: HANOI-PULUONG NATURE RESERVE TREKS (2HOURS)
Depart Hanoi for Mai Chau valley of Hoa Binh Province. Arrive at the peaceful village of Poom Coc in time for lunch at a local homestay. Continue to Co Luong boat station. Enjoy a boat trip down the Ma River. Stop to trek on the opposite side of the bank and hike along the river over undulating terrain and through several Thai villages. Arrive at the waterside again to travel further downstream by boat. Put out just 2 km from Sai Village, a short hike later arrives at our destination for the night and receives a warm welcome. Overnight in stilt house Sai Village (L/D)
DAY2: PULUONG TREKS (4HOURS)
Have breakfast and start again The hiking is glorious with beautiful views of valley, forest and terraces. Be sure to pack plastic sandals as there are two streams to cross before reaching our village for the night. The setting of the village is perhaps the most beautiful in Vietnam. For those who wish to trek more this option is available, otherwise it is recommended to stroll round the village and join in as villagers go about their daily lives, or relax in one of the three eco homestay superbly set up by Flora and fauna International in conjunction with local villages. Overnight in ecotourism homestay.(B/L/D)
DAY3: PULUONG TREKS (5HOURS)
Continue our guided trekking. There are some steep climbs and yet more stream crossings. The trekking becomes more remote yet one is never far from a villager tending fields or walking back from early morning market. Relax from the heat of the day before continuing on to a village nestled between steep karst mountains. Trek to an incredible cave, only recently discovered and now protected by the Forest rangers. Overnight in ecotourism homestay. (B/L/D)
DAY4: PULUONG TREKS (4HOURS)
A challenging but glorious downhill hike this morning leads to the Nature Reserve’s only market. Appreciate the previous night’s dinner upon the realization that all produce is brought to the village two hours uphill on foot! Enjoy pottering around the region’s bustling market before a 7km transfer to the final homestay. Explore the fascinating architecture of bamboo waterwheels and the beauty of the surrounding area. In the afternoon or rest in a hammock at the comfortable ecotourism homestay. Overnight in ecotourism homestay. (B/L/D)
DAY5: PULUONG-CUCPHUONG NATIONAL PARK-HANOI
Although today there is no trekking, the journey is very interesting and there are many things to do on the way back from Pu Luong. Leave early and drive the short distance to the gateway of the Reserve. Cross the Ma River by local ferry and continue on good roads to Cuc Phuong National Park. Stop off for refreshments and have our lunch. Following is to visit the world famous endangered Primate Rescue Centre. Visitors are allowed to see at close hand many rare primates rescued from the wildlife trade.
Continue by road for the return trip back to Hanoi. At very late afternoon will be arrival, transfer to the hotel for the check- in procedures. End of services.
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INCLUSION OF:
All transportation and transfers
English speaking guide
Home stay at the ethnic villages
Meals as indicated in the tour itinerary
Water during trekking
Relevant permits and fees.
EXCLUSION OF:
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Accommodation Information:
The house on stilts (Very rustic)
Tour cost:
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Accommodation
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Tour costs in USD /Per person in group of
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1
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2
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4-6
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8-12
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14-Up
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Homestay
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648
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407
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295
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250
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210
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Note: New prices are under updating
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