18:00 Be present at the meeting point to board the vehicle to Bac Yen, Son La. Along the way, we will make a dinner stop (if necessary).
24:00 Arrive at the Umove Adventure homestay in Xim Vang. Overnight stay here.
*Dinner is not included.
Son La
3 days 2 nights
Trekking
6/10
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3.400.000 VNĐ
Tour overview
Mount Samu - U Bo (commonly referred to as Mount Samu) is one of the three peaks located within the Devil's Triangle area (as called by the locals), situated in the specialized forest of Ta Xua. The mountain peak stands at an elevation of 2756 meters and lies on the border between Yen Bai and Son La provinces. During March and April each year, this place becomes the kingdom of exotic flowers and plants amidst the primeval forest, exuding a mystical and enchanting atmosphere, leaving many longing to witness this breathtaking scenery with their own eyes.
There are several trekking routes to conquer Mount Samu, but the easiest and most scenic route starts from Hang Dong in Bac Yen, Son La, leading to the summit of Samu and then returning to Hang Dong. This route is not rigid in terms of time, allowing trekkers ample opportunity to immerse themselves in the incredibly mystical beauty of nature here.
Highlights:
- The "gentle" trek route boasts stunning landscapes.
- Passing through mossy forests, ancient woodlands, and the most beautiful Samu forest along this trail.
- It reaches two peaks, U Bo and Samu.
Summary
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Departure from: Hanoi
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Min: 6 people
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Destination: Son La
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Max: 15 people
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Duration: 3 days 2 nights
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Best season: September - April
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Activities: Trekking
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Level: 6/10
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Itinerary
Day 1: Hanoi - Bac Yen - Xim Vang
Ngày 2: Xim Vang - Jungle hut
06:30 Wake up early for personal hygiene and have breakfast at the homestay.
07:00 After breakfast, we'll enjoy coffee and the tour guide will brief us about today's trekking route. Prepare our backpacks, and unnecessary items can be left at the homestay to collect the next day.
08:30 Depart from the homestay towards the U Bo peak. Today, we will trek for about 6 hours through sparse forests at the foot of the mountain, followed by dense moss-covered forests at higher altitudes. The trek route today includes some gentle slopes that are not too challenging.
12:00 Stop for lunch in the hut. The porter team will prepare food for the group. After lunch, we will continue trekking to the jungle hut at the U Bo peak.
16:00 Arrive at the jungle cabin. Clean up and change clothes. We'll have some free time to explore the area around the jungle cabin or relax by the campfire until dinner time.
18:00 Dinner, socialize, and share with other members of the group, then enjoy the peaceful mountain forest surroundings.
* Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Ngày 3: Jungle hut - Samu Summit - Xim Vang - Hanoi
05:00 Wake up early for breakfast, enjoy hot coffee or ginger tea.
06:00 After breakfast, we'll warm up and begin the final leg of our journey to reach the summit of Samu. As we near the mountain peak, we'll pass through mossy forests with many eerie photo spots. Samu peak is about a 2-hour trek from U Bo peak.
07:30 Reach the summit of Samu, where the group will rest and take check-in photos.
08:30 Start the journey back down the mountain. On the way down, we'll pass through majestic ancient trees that are considered the symbol of Samu peak.
12:00 Stop for lunch along the way.
15:30 Return to the homestay. Take a shower, rest, and soak your feet in traditional herbal remedies used by the ethnic people to rejuvenate your legs.
17:00 Dinner at the homestay.
19:00 Board the vehicle back to Hanoi.
24:00 Arrive back in Hanoi. End of the program.
*Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Inclusion & Exclusion
Departure schedule
Difficulty of the activity
The tour is at the level 6/10: Most people can participate, and children from around 6 years old can join with their parents. Some light physical preparation will make outdoor activities in the tour easier and more comfortable. The tour usually lasts for 2 days. For trekking tours at this level, the trekking time is about 2-3 hours per day with relatively easy terrain. Kayaking or SUP tours at this level involve paddling for 2-3 hours per day on large water surfaces or flowing streams, with plenty of time for photo stops and rest breaks.
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Equipment
Equipment provided by Umove:
- Gloves
- Trekking poles
- Camping table, chairs
- First aid kit
- Tent, sleeping bag, air mattress
Personal essential items to prepare:
- Hiking boots
- Trekking backpack
- Water bottle (approximately 1L capacity)
- Waterproof windbreaker, fleece or sweater, thermal jacket, khaki pants or quick-dry pants, thermal underwear
- Mobile phone, camera, power bank, suitable waterproof case...
- Personal documents
Additional equipment suggestions:
- Spare clothes
- Flashlight
- Knife or multi-tool
- Personal medications
- Handkerchief, dry hand sanitizer, toothpaste, toothbrush, toilet paper
Essential info
1. Travel Insurance:
Umove Adventure uses the insurance service of Bao Viet Insurance Company, with a maximum insurance payment of 100 million VND/person/incident. For details, please refer to Bao Viet's insurance policy: Bao Viet Insurance Rules.
2. Cancellation Policy:
Please refer to the regulations and instructions under the section "Cancellation Policy" here.
Read and Sign the Disclaimer:
Customers purchasing Umove Adventure's adventure tours are fully aware of the "risk" level and physical challenges as well as the potential risks in the tour. Therefore, customers are required to read and sign the Disclaimer before departure. Please carefully read the contents of the Disclaimer below before registering to join.Disclaimer Form.
3. Trekking Route Note:
This is a trekking route of moderate difficulty (6/10), equivalent to Lao Than or Lung Cung. However, we will trek through dense forests and some steep sections, so you should prepare physically before the trip (refer to the Physical Preparation section). Umove Adventure recommends bringing a backpack of about 10L and keeping the weight under 2kg, including essential items such as money, phone, and drinking water. Your personal belongings such as spare clothes and daily drinking water and food for meals on the mountain will be carried by porters.
4. Sleeping on the Mountain:
The overnight camps on the mountain provide mattresses, sleeping bags, or blankets. There are bathrooms and toilets at the campsites. The bathrooms do not have hot water. If you need hot water for bathing, you can buy it directly from the porter (the porter will boil water at the campsite).
5. Food & Drinks:
Dinner on the mountain consists of hot dishes cooked by the porter team (hotpot or grilled dishes). Breakfast is fried rice or instant noodles or crepes. Lunch is usually cold dishes prepared in advance. Drinking water on the mountain will be boiled by the porter team to sterilize it. Participants should bring a water bottle to collect water for daily use. At the overnight campsite, there will be hot tea and coffee before and after each meal.
6. Environmental Protection:
Umove Adventure supports and applies the principles of Leave No Trace in its programs and outdoor tour activities. We also encourage customers and partners to apply the principles of Leave No Trace when traveling in outdoor environments. For more details about Leave No Trace, please visit here. To reduce the use of single-use plastic bottles, Umove Adventure recommends each tourist to prepare a 1L water bottle to refill water daily. During the tour, tourists must comply with instructions and regulations regarding environmental protection at the destination.
7. Safety & Health Warning:
If you have heart disease or joint-related illnesses (knees, ankles, shoulders, etc.), consult a doctor before deciding to join the trip. The tour guide will carry a basic first aid kit. If you have health issues that require medication, please bring your personal medication.
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