Ninh Binh
2 days 1 night
SUP, trek, culture explorer
7/10
5 (0 Customer rating)
3.690.000 VNĐ
Tour overview

Cuc Phuong National Park is the largest and most important nature reserve in Northern Vietnam. Every year, scientists from all over the world come here to conduct research. An expedition through the ancient forest, where we must navigate our way, find suitable camping spots, observe signs of wildlife, and … immerse ourselves entirely in the wilderness, will be a one-of-a-kind experience.

The Buoi River flows through the provinces of Hoa Binh and Thanh Hoa. It is a beautiful river with clear blue water, and the landscapes on both sides are very diverse. While the SUP paddling trip on the Buoi River is neither long nor too challenging, it will be a truly unique and captivating experience. 

The exploration of the ancient forest will be guided by the forest's rangers, local guides, and experienced tour guides from Umove Adventure.

Highlight

  • Trekking through the jungle
  • Paddling SUP on the most beautiful section of the Buoi River
  • Learning about the rich flora and fauna of Cuc Phuong National Park
  • Having professional and experienced tour guidel
Summary
  • Departure from: Ha Noi

  • Min: 5 people

  • Destination: Ninh Binh

  • Max: 15 people

  • Duration: 2 days 1 night

  • Best season: Apr - Oct

  • Activities: SUP, trek, culture explorer

  • Level: 7/10

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Itinerary
1st day: Ha Noi - Cuc Phuong forest (NP) - Trekking - Camping at Khanh Village

06:30 - Heading to Ninh Binh. Preparing your own breakfast to eat on the bus or at rest stops along the way. Upon arriving at Cuc Phuong, communicating with forest rangers and local guides, receiving instructions about the journey, and preparing gears for the adventure. Before entering the forest, we will visit the Primate Rescue Center to learn about research and rescue efforts by Cuc Phuong National Park.

Continue going by bus to Bong where we will prepare to get in the forest. Our trekking route through the jungle will take approximately 4 hours, mostly on rugged trails with few human footprints. Having a picnic lunch in the forest at a suitable stopping point.

Arriving at Khanh village - a village of the Muong ethnic people located on the outskirts of Cuc Phuong National Park. Having dinner and staying overnight at a homestay here.

* Meals included: Lunch, Dinner

 

 

2nd day: Playing Stand-Up Paddle (SUP) on Buoi River – Ha Noi

07:00 - Waking up and having breakfast at the homestay. After having breakfast with a cup of coffee or hot tea, we will go to the starting point for SUP by bus, this location is about 4km from the homestay. Paddling downstream and exploring one of the most beautiful sections of the Buoi River in Thanh Hoa province. The 5km stretch features stunning landscapes and winding sections along the cliffs of Cuc Phuong. You can swim in the river before boarding the bus to a local restaurant for lunch. After lunch, we will return to Hanoi by bus.

* Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

 

Inclusion & Exclusion

Inclusion

  • Round-trip car: Ha Noi – Cuc Phuong forest – Ha Noi 
  • SUP and equipments
  • Trekking gear (trekking poles, gloves, insect repellent, first aid kit)
  • Meals as the schedule on the itinerary (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner)
  • Homestay at Khanh Village 
  • Tour guides & forest ranger
  • Daily drink water
  • Environmental protection and sightseeing fees, tickets 
  • Travel insurance

Exclusion

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

 

Departure schedule
Departure day Finish day   Tour cost
30/04/2025 01/05/2025 Still empty 15 place 3.690.000 VNĐ Book now
Difficulty of the activity

Difficulty Level (7/10): Good physical skills are a requirement, as well as experience in outdoor activities. This level is not for children. The duration of each trip is from 2  - 4 days with a basic of eating, and sleeping condition. Accommodation is camping. Trekking time might take 5 – 6 hours/day to do the trek with the difficult terrain, slopes, and high elevation. The kayaking and SUP tours might take from 6 – 7 hours/day of paddling.

  • Experience/ skills requirement: High
  • Physical requirement: High
  • Duration: 2 – 4 days
  • Outdoor activity duration: 5 – 7 hours/day
  • Children: No recommended 

 

 

Suggested physical training: Practice running or kayaking/SUP 2 weeks in advance. Run 2 - 3 times a week, each session 5km. Or paddling from 2- 3 times, each time is 5 - 7 km.

Equipment

Equipment provided by UA:

  • Trekking poles
  • Trekking gloves
  • Insect prevention medicine
  • 10L backpack
  • First aid bag  

Essential stuff you need to bring: 

  • Trekking backpack 10L - 20L (if not borrow UA’s backpack)
  • Trekking, and walking shoes
  • Long-sleeved swimwear (rashguard) or T-shirt and short
  • Spare clothes
  • Flashlight 
  • Cap or hat with a wide brim
  • Knife or multi-purpose
  • Personal medication
  • Towel, hand sanitizer gel, toothpaste, toothbrush, toilet paper
  • Dry bag
  • Water Bottle (1 liter)
  • Phone, camera, power bank, suitable waterproof case, etc. 
  • ID card or Passport
  • Water Bottle (1 liter)

Other items you may consider to bring:

  • For SUP paddling in hot weather, prepare a long-sleeved nylon T-shirt or long-sleeved rash guard (swimwear)
  • If wearing short-sleeved clothes, sunscreen is a must
  • Additionally, you’ll need undergarments and replacement clothes for the 2-day tour.
  • Bring a baseball cap (or wide-brimmed hat) 
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 at 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. Trekking route in Cuc Phuong National Park

● We will be walking for about 4 hours along forest trails, which are mostly unclear and quite overgrown in some areas. Although there are no significant elevations, the terrain of Cuc Phuong consists of tropical rainforests on limestone mountains. The landscape includes flat forest areas interspersed with limestone mountain forests, divided by shallow streams covered in slippery moss and jagged cat’s ear rocks. The terrain here is highly diverse. Though not difficult, it will still challenge you in its own way. The tropical rainforest is dense, with many trees providing cover.

● This trip does not feature majestic landscapes or cloud-covered peaks like in the Northwest. Most of the exploration will take place under the large tree canopies, with some brighter forest areas where there are no large trees. Surrounding us will be nothing but trees and large trees.

5. Paddling SUP on Buoi River

● Buoi River is not a large river, and its flow is quite gentle during the dry season. Even during the rainy season, it is not a difficult route, though there are one or two small rapids. As we will be paddling downstream with the flow, the 5km distance will not be a major challenge for most paddlers, even for those without experience. For safety, helmets and life jackets will be mandatory when paddling SUP.

6. Homestay

● We will be staying at Khanh Village, with a Muong family in their traditional stilt house. We will sleep on the same floor, and each person will have their own mattress, blanket, and mosquito net. The homestay has hot water for bathing and clean toilets.

7. Food & Drinks

● Aside from the picnic lunch in the forest, which will be a light packed meal including sandwiches, fruit, and dessert, the other meals will be hearty and served hot. Participants will need to bring their own water while trekking. At the starting point and the homestay, water will be available from large containers. 

8. 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. 

9. 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. 

 

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

Cuc Phuong National Park offers beautiful experiences throughout the year. From October to March, the cool autumn and winter weather makes it ideal for trekking and camping deep in the forest. 

 

2. What age is this program suitable for?

Children aged 12 and above can join this tour if accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

 

3. Can I join the tour if I am traveling alone?

Yes, this is an open tour, so you can join by yourself. However, the tour requires a minimum of 5 participants to depart. If the minimum number isn’t met, Umove Adventure will notify you one week in advance so you can either reschedule or receive a refund of your deposit.

 

4. Can I join this program if I have no trekking experience?

This is an outing with average difficulty (7/10), suitable for those with trekking experience and good physical condition. The terrain in Cuc Phuong is tropical rainforest on limestone mountains, so the terrain here is flatland forest interspersed with forests on limestone mountains and divided by dry streams with lots of wet moss and jagged cat-ear rocks. The terrain here is very diverse, although not difficult, it will still challenge you in its own way. You should refer to the notes and instructions to prepare for a trip with a difficulty of 7/10 here

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

Customers are required to deposit 50% of the total cost via bank transfer or card payment through Onepay. The remaining 50% must be paid no later than one day before the departure, also via bank transfer or credit card through Onepay.  

Umove Adventure will not confirm your booking until the deposit is received. 

 

6. Can the tour accommodate my dietary needs if I’m vegetarian or have food restrictions?

You must inform Umove Adventure of your dietary needs when booking, and we will check if the destination can meet your requirements. Generally, Umove Adventure offers vegetarian options, depending on the tour’s location.

 

7. What camping equipment does Umove Adventure provide for this tour?

Please refer to the "Equipment" section in the tour details. 

 

8. Can I bring my pet (dog/cat) on the tour?

Umove Adventure does not specifically offer tours for travelers visiting with their pets. It depends on the approval of other tour participants. If you wish to bring a pet, Umove Adventure will ask the group’s consent. You will be fully responsible for maintaining hygiene and ensuring your pet’s safety. 

 

9. Is there an extra fee if I want to have a private tent?

For open group tours (if you’re traveling alone), Umove Adventure typically arranges for guests of the same gender to share a tent. If you prefer a private tent, we can provide one at no extra charge, depending on availability at the time of departure. If additional tents are required, there may be a small fee (you will be informed at the time of booking). 

 

10. What are the arrangements for toilets and showers during the trip?

The buried toilet type will be used on trips deep into the forest, the rangers will arrange a discreet location, ensuring privacy for you. Bathing will depend on the water source in the forest or depending on the time of year, if the destination has an abundant water source, the accompanying ranger can take water from the source to prepare for everyone to bathe.

 

11. Is there phone reception at the campsite?

You may get some signal at the entrance of Cuc Phuong National Park, but as you move deeper into the forest, phone reception will no longer be available. 

 

12. Can I postpone or cancel the tour before the departure date?

You may incur a fee depending on how far in advance you cancel or postpone your trip. If you wish to change your departure date or switch to a different tour, Umove Adventure will reschedule you and apply a fee (or not). Please refer to our Cancellation Policy for details.  

 

13. If I'm paddling a SUP/kayak and get too tired to continue, can I stop?

If you're paddling and get too tired to continue, you should immediately inform the guide or the support boat to receive assistance. Most of Umove Adventure's tours have a motorboat accompanying for support. If you're too tired to paddle, you can board the motorboat and follow the group for the rest of the program.

 

14. Can I participate if I can't swim?

You can still participate even if you can't swim, provided that you strictly follow the safety instructions from the guide. Anyone paddling a SUP who wishes to get into the water must wear a life jacket and a leash at all times.

 

15. I've never paddled a SUP/kayak before. Can I join this tour?

The tour, with a difficulty level of 7/10, requires you to have prior experience with SUP tours at a lower level or to have completed basic SUP training to participate.

 

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