Ba Be
2 days 1 night
Camping, SUP, Trekking
5/10
$114 USD
DESCRIBE

This tour is not a typical SUP tour, nor is it an ordinary outdoor experience, but an incredibly exciting adventure to conquer nature in one of the most beautiful regions of Northern Vietnam. In just 2 days, the itinerary is well-structured, allowing you to explore all the attractions of the Nang River and Ba Be, including Nang River, Puong Cave, Ba Be Lake, and an overnight stay at the Umove Adventure camping site near Pac Ngoi village. 'Full inclusion' – The tour includes everything from transportation, boat, camping, SUP, guide, drinks, and even travel insurance."

Highlight

Paddling SUP on Nang river 

Paddling SUP through Puong Cave

Camping by the river

Paddling SUP and swimming in Ba Be Lake

 

SUMMARY
  • Departure Point: Ha Noi

  • Duration: 2 days 1 night

  • Destination: Ba Be

  • Activities: Camping

  • Min : 5 people

  • Best time: Year-round

  • Max : 15 people

  • Difficulty level: 5/10

ITINERARY
1st day: Ha Noi – Cho Ra – Ba Be – Camping

06:30 - Departing for Bac Kan. Along the way, we will stop for a break in Thai Nguyen.

12:00 - Arriving at Cho Ra for lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, we will take a short drive to the Bo Luom boat dock. This is where we will start paddling SUP downstream along the Nang River to reach Puong Cave and Ba Be Lake. The Nang River is quite narrow with a strong current. The scenery along the river is diverse and majestic, with sections running alongside steep cliffs and others opening up to narrow valleys or cornfields. The most exciting highlight is when we paddle through Puong Cave, a massive cave through which the river flows. Due to the strong current and our downstream paddling, we won’t exert much energy despite the long distance we cover. 

After exiting Puong Cave, we will take a break on a small land island in the river to enjoy Chill Time, which includes fruits and cold drinks, in a beautiful natural setting. We will continue paddling to the confluence of the Nang River and Ba Be Lake. We will then board a motorboat and head into the lake. In the summer, the boat will stop so that we can freely swim in the year-round clear waters of Ba Be. Our stop for today is the camping area, staying at the right side of the lake and not far from Pac Ngoi village. Upon arrival at the camping site, we will enjoy a welcome drink and receive our tents. Freshen up and relax before dinner.

18:30 - Having dinner at the campsite. After a delicious dinner at the camping site, we will enjoy a fun moment by the campfire with friends before going to sleep.

* Meals included: Lunch, Dinner

 

2nd day: Camping Area – An Ma Island – Return to Ha Noi

08:00 - Having breakfast at the camping area. After breakfast, we will walk through Pac Ngoi village and trek through the forest for about 1 hour to reach An Ma Island. This trekking route is relatively easy as the elevation is not high, and most of the time we will be walking along a non-treacherous trail. At the end of the trek, we will arrive at An Ma Island, the largest island on Ba Be Lake. On the island, there is a very sacred An Ma temple. After visiting the An Ma temple, we will paddle SUP to the lunch spot on the opposite shore of Ba Be Lake. Freshening up, changing clothes, and having lunch at a restaurant before moving to the pickup point to board the bus back to Hanoi. We will arrive in Hanoi around 

19:00.- End of the adventurous journey.

* Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

 

INCLUSION/EXCLUSION

Inclusion:

  • Motorboat
  • Round-trip bus: Ha Noi – Ba Be – Ha Noi
  • SUP & trekking gear
  • Camping
  • Meals as the schedule on the itinerary 
  • Tour guides
  • Daily drinking water
  • Fee for entrance tickets
  • Travel insurance 

Exclusion:

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

Equipment are provided:

  • SUP & gear
  • Life jacket
  • Tent & gear
  • Dry bag 

Essential stuff you need to bring: 

  • Trekking shoes or sandals
  • Water bottle (approximately 1L capacity)
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Face towel, hand sanitizer gel, toothpaste, toothbrush, toilet paper
  • Dry bag
  • Phone, camera, power bank, suitable waterproof case...
  • Personal identification documents

Other items you may consider to bring

  • Spare clothes
  • Personal medicines
  • Flashlight
  • Knife or utility knife