Hoa Binh
2 days 1 night
SUP
4/10
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Tour overview

Da Bac is a region that has become quite familiar to backpackers, located near Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant, about 90 km from Ha Noi. When you arrive here, you will be immersed in the fresh and peaceful atmosphere of a village free from city dust and the noise of vehicles. You can freely bathe in streams, kayak, explore the hydropower reservoir, and enjoy many distinctive local cultural and artistic activities. If you need a quiet place to relax and experience life in a serene countryside, Da Bac is truly a very reasonable choice.

 

Summary
  • Departure from: Ha Noi

  • Min: 8 people

  • Destination: Hoa Binh

  • Max: 20 people

  • Duration: 2 days 1 night

  • Best season: Year-round

  • Activities: SUP

  • Level: 4/10

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Itinerary
1s day: Ha Noi - Da Bac

07:00 - Picking up you at 53 Nguyen Dinh Thi. Departing for Da Bac. Along the way, stopping for a break at a café near Hoa Binh. Upon arriving in Hien Luong, Da Bac, checking in Pacific House and then having lunch. After resting, you will be briefed on how to kayak as well as safety instructions, and then we will start kayaking to explore Hien Luong Bay. Those who do not wish to travel by kayak can board a tourist boat to visit the lake. We can freely paddle and swim in the lake before returning to Pacific House for dinner. After having dinner, there will be a cultural exchange program featuring traditional bamboo dance by the local people to entertain the group. Staying overnight at homestay.

* Meals included: Lunch, Dinner  

* The cultural exchange program is only organized for groups of 10 people or more. 

 

2nd day: Da Bac - Ha Noi

08:00 - Having breakfast at Pacific House. This morning, we will take a trek deeper into the village to a stream located in the forest. We can swim and enjoy ourselves in this stream. Afterward, coming back to Pacific House for lunch. After lunch, the group will board the bus to return to Hanoi. The tour ends in Hanoi.

* Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

 

Inclusion & Exclusion

Inclusion

  • Supporting motorboat
  • Round-trip bus: Ha Noi – Da Bac – Ha Noi 
  • Kayak & gear
  • Homestay (shared room in stilt house)
  • Meals as the schedule on the itinerary
  • Tour guides
  • Daily drinking water
  • Fee for entrance tickets
  • Travel insurance

Exclusion

  • Personal expenses
  • Beverages during meals 
  • Transportation fee before and after the trip
  • Other kinds of beverage unlist in the tour program

 

Departure schedule
Departure day Finish day   Tour cost
Difficulty of the activity

Difficulty Level (4/10): Most people can participate in the tour, including children. The activities are at the easy level; hence, we do not need physical preparation or experience. The duration of each trip is from 1-2 days generally. With those trekking tours at this level, it might take 1 – 2 hours/day to do the trek with the relatively easy terrain. At the same level, the kayaking and SUP tours, 2 – 3 hours/ days paddling with the large water surface, and plenty of times to take photos and rest as well.

  • Experience/ skills requirement: Low
  • Physical requirement: Low
  • Duration: 1 – 2 days
  • Outdoor activity duration: 1 – 2 hours/day
  • Children: From 5 years old can participate.  

 

Suggested physical training: Physical training is not requested before the trip.

Equipment

Equipment provided by UA:

  • Kayak & gear
  • Life jacket
  • First aid bag  

Essential stuff you need to bring: 

  • 1L water bottle
  • Waterproof trekking shoes/sandals
  • Long sleeve swimsuit (rashguard), hat, sunglasses, gloves, sunscreen...
  • Phone, camera, power bank, suitable waterproof case...
  • ID card or Passport

Other items you may consider to bring:

  • Spare clothes
  • Personal medicines
  • Towels, hand sanitizers, toothpaste, toothbrush
  • Waterproof phone case
Essential info

1. Travel insurance

● Umove Adventure uses service from Bảo Việt Insurance with a maximum insurance payout of 100 million VND/person/case.

●  See the Bao Viet policy of insurance Quy tắc bảo hiểm Bảo Việt.        

2. Referring to the postpose policy, and cancel the tour in the requirement and instructions here. 

3. Reading and signing the exclude all liability before departing

● The customers who buy adventure tours from Umove Adventure have enough awareness about the level of challenge as well as other physical challenges and other potential dangers during the tour. Hence the customer is asked to read and sign the Exclude all Liability form before departing. Find the form below and read it carefully.

                    Phiếu miễn trừ trách nhiệm.       

4. Notes on Kayaking Activities

● We will be kayaking in the narrow bay in front of the homestay. The distance and duration of the kayaking will be determined by the tour guide based on the weather and the health of the customers.  

Before starting, the guide will explain how to paddle and safety precautions. Customers must wear life jackets throughout the kayaking activity.  

While kayaking on the lake, customers should be mindful of avoiding obstacles such as branches, rocks, etc. Do not separate from the group or paddle outside the designated area.  

● We will have a motorboat escorting us throughout the kayaking. If you wish to stop kayaking to take the boat, please inform the guide.

5. Food & Beverages

● All meals on the tour will be at the homestay with a diverse menu that includes many "local specialties of the Muong ethnic group," such as grilled fish, grilled pork, sautéed vegetables, boiled vegetables, etc. If you have dietary restrictions or are vegetarian, please inform UA's management in advance to prepare suitable meals for you.  

● If you have special dietary requirements that we cannot accommodate (due to health, medical, or religious reasons), we suggest you prepare your own food to bring along.  

● Drinks will be adequately provided on the vehicle and during kayaking. Umove Adventure encourages customers to limit the use of single-use plastic and nylon products; therefore, we recommend bringing a reusable water bottle to refill from the large bottles we provide.  

● Alcoholic beverages are not permitted while kayaking on SUP or kayak or while trekking. Alcoholic drinks and soft drinks are not included in the meals.

6. Protecting the environment together

● Umove Adventure supports and practices Leave No Trace principles in each program and outdoor activities itself. We also encourage our customers and partners to apply to Leave No Trace principles when traveling in the outdoor environment. See details about the Leave No Trace tại đây

● In order to limit the use of single-use plastic, Umove Adventure encourages each of us to prepare for ourselves a bottle of water with a 1L capacity for daily water refilling.

● On the tour, tourists comply with the instructions and regulations on environmental protection at the destination. 

7. Medical assistance

● If you have cardiovascular disease or bone and joint diseases (knees, ankles, shoulder joints, etc.), you should consult your doctor before deciding to join the trip. 

● In any case, if you go into the water to swim, you must wear a life jacket.

 

Hỏi & đáp về tour
1. When is the best time to join this program?

You can visit Hoa Binh at any time. From April to October is the ideal time for SUP paddling and swimming activities, while from November to March, Hoa Binh becomes a perfect destination for relaxation, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

 

2. What age is suitable for children to join this tour?

Children ages 5 and up can participate  

 

3. I've never paddled a SUP/Kayak before, can I still join this tour?

The tour has a difficulty level of 4/10, so even those who have never paddled SUP before can still participate. Before you get into the water, the tour guide will instruct the group on basic paddling skills and safety skills when paddling SUP, visitors will have time to get used to SUP before paddling.

 

4. How much deposit do I need to make when booking? When is the remaining payment due?

When booking, customers need to deposit 50% of the total amount via bank transfer or card payment through Onepay. The remaining 50% should be paid no later than one day before the departure, also via bank transfer or credit card through Onepay.

UA will not confirm the booking until the deposit is received.

 

5. Can I postpone/cancel the tour before the departure date?

Depending on how far in advance you postpone or cancel the tour compared to the departure date, there may be a fee. If you want to reschedule the departure date or switch to a different tour, Umove Adventure will transfer your booking and may or may not charge a fee. Please refer to our Cancellation Policy for more details.

 

6. If I'm vegetarian (or have specific dietary restrictions), can the tour accommodate that?

You need to inform Umove Adventure of your dietary requirements when booking, and we will check whether the destination can meet those needs and let you know. Generally, Umove Adventure offers vegetarian options depending on the tour's location.

 

7. What camping gear will Umove Adventure provide on this tour?

Please refer to the "Equipment" section in the tour details for more information.

 

8. Can I bring my pet (dog/cat) along?

Umove Adventure does not offer specific tours for guests with pets, so bringing a pet depends on the agreement of other passengers on the tour. If you want to bring your pet, Umove Adventure will ask for the consent of the group, and you will be fully responsible for maintaining cleanliness and ensuring your pet's safety.

 

9. If I get too tired while paddling SUP/kayak, can I stop?

If you're too tired to continue paddling, inform the guide or support boat immediately for assistance. Most Umove Adventure tours have a support motorboat. If you're exhausted, you can board the motorboat and follow the rest of the group for the remainder of the tour.

 

10. Can I join the tour if I can't swim?

Yes, you can participate even if you can't swim, as long as you strictly follow the guide's safety instructions. Anyone paddling SUP and wanting to swim must wear a life jacket and secure the leash.

 

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