05:00 - Arriving in Sapa; we will get off the bus to acclimatize to the highland climate. Moving to a place for breakfast and for personal hygiene.

07:15 - Boarding the bus to Ho Thau, Tam Duong, Lai Chau.

08:45 - Arriving at Ho Thau  and gathering with the Dao ethnic porter team. Beginning the journey to conquer the peak of Pu Ta Leng.

11:00 - Having lunch break along the way.

17:00 - Arriving at the overnight shed at an altitude of 2500m. This is also the time when sunset begins. We will store our belongings and take care of personal hygiene. The remaining time can be used to rest or help the porter team prepare dinner or freely stroll and admire the stunning sunset at the overnight camp.

18:30 - Having dinner and socializing by the campfire. If the weather is nice, we can enjoy the starry night sky in the quiet atmosphere of the mountains and forests. Staying overnight at the wooden camp.

* Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

05:00 - Waking up early for breakfast. We will enjoy  warm coffee or ginger tea before heading to the summit.

07:00 - Starting the final ascent to reach the peak of Pu Ta Leng. We will leave our personal belongings at the camp and only take essential items to the summit.

10:30 - Reaching the peak of Pu Ta Leng, having a rest, taking photos, and enjoying the view from the top. After having lunch at the peak, we will return to the overnight camp.

12:45 - Arriving back at the camp, we will pack our things to move to the second overnight shed at a different shelter heading towards Ta Leng. The second overnight shed is located in a cardamom forest.

17:00 - Arriving at the overnight shed. Similar to the previous afternoon, we can rest or support the porter team, prepare dinner or freely stroll and enjoy the stunning sunset at the overnight camp.

18:30 - Having dinner and socializing by the campfire. Staying overnight at the wooden camp.

* Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

05:30 - Waking up early for breakfast and watching the sunrise.

06:45 - Packing personal belongings and trekking for about 6 hours down to the center of Ta Leng commune.

12:45 - Having a light lunch and rest before boarding the bus back to Sapa.

16:00 - Arriving in Sapa; we will take a herbal bath from the Dao people, soaking in warm water with Dao herbs to relax after the challenging journey to conquer Pu Ta Leng.

19:00 - Having dinner at a local restaurant featuring Sapa specialties. Let’s raise a glass of sweet apple wine to celebrate the success of the trip.

23:00 - Boarding the sleeper bus to return to Hanoi. The bus will arrive at My Dinh bus station around 04:30 the next morning. End of the tour.

* Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Each period of time, Putaleng has its own beauty. From September to November you can see Putaleng in the yellow of rice and the red of maple leaves. From November to January, Putaleng will be covered in dense fog. If you are lucky, you can also encounter snow and ice covering the grass and trees. This time is also very suitable to hunt for floating clouds. . In March and April, Putaleng peak turns into the "capital" of azalea flowers. You will admire the endless forest of azalea flowers stretching to the horizon.

UA does not recommend children participate in this tour because the tour is of high difficulty (level 7/10), however children over 12 years old who have previous experience participating in adventure tours can register to join together. adult.

Putaleng has steep and winding rocky terrain, suitable for those with trekking experience and good physical strength. You should refer to the notes and instructions to prepare for the trip with a difficulty level of 7/10 here.

Yes, this is a group tour, so you can join on your own. However, the minimum number of participants required for the tour to proceed is 7. If the minimum number is not met, UA will notify you one week in advance so you can either reschedule or receive your deposit back.

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

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

Depending on how far in advance you postpone or cancel compared to the departure date, there may be a fee. If you wish to change the departure date or switch to a different tour, Umove Adventure will assist in rescheduling and may apply a fee (or not). Please referring to our Cancellation Policy for details.

You will need to inform Umove Adventure about your dietary requirements before booking, and we will check if the destination can accommodate your needs. Typically, Umove Adventure offers vegetarian options, depending on the tour's location.

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

Umove Adventure does not organize tours specifically for pet owners. Bringing pets will depend on the consent of other participants in the group. If you wish to bring a pet, Umove Adventure will ask for the group’s approval, and you will be fully responsible for maintaining hygiene and ensuring your pet’s safety.

In forested areas, a trench toilet will be used. The park rangers will designate a secluded, private spot for you. On the second night, you can use the facilities at a wooden hut for personal hygiene.

We will camp at an altitude of 3049m so phone signal will no longer be available, you should arrange personal matters before starting the journey to conquer Mount Putaleng.