Vietnam · Trekking

2-Day Pu Luong Trekking Tour with Kho Muong Cave and Rafting

2 Days Round trip from Bản Đôn Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Off-the-beaten-path trekking in Pu Luong Nature Reserve
02 Explore Kho Muong village and its largest cave in Pu Luong
03 Discover scenic Bang village with beautiful terraced fields
04 Stay in a traditional stilt house homestay
05 Enjoy a bamboo rafting experience along the river

Embark on a 2-day trek in Pu Luong Nature Reserve with plenty of off-the-beaten-track moments. Listen to the sounds of nature, watch village life unfold along the way, and explore beautiful rice fields while breathing the fresh mountain air. This short escape combines scenic trekking, local culture, and peaceful landscapes for an immersive experience in Pu Luong.

Using off-road trails through streams and mountains, explore Kho Muong, an isolated village surrounded by a valley and home to the largest cave in Pu Luong.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Hanoi

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hanoi to Pu Luong and Trek to Kho Muong

7:00 AM: You will be picked up from your hotel in the Old Quarter area. Expect a 4-hour drive without heavy traffic.
10:00 AM: Halfway through the journey, stop for a 15-minute rest break and enjoy picturesque village landscapes along the way.
12:00 PM: Arrive at Pu Luong Nature Reserve. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Check into your reserved room (standard check-in time is 14:00) and relax at your own pace.
1:30 PM: Begin the afternoon trek, with a difficulty level of 4/5.
Transfer to the meeting point and commence a 10-km trek. Using off-road trails through streams and mountains, explore Kho Muong, an isolated village surrounded by a valley and home to the largest cave in Pu Luong.
Depart from the village and head to scenic Bang village to discover remote houses and beautiful terrace fields. Return to the hotel and relax by 5:00 PM.
Evening: Culinary exploration and leisure.

An optional cooking class is available for those interested. Enjoy a delicious dinner at 7:00 PM, followed by free time to relax. This concludes your first day in Pu Luong.

Day 02

Ban Cong Walk, Bamboo Rafting, and Return to Hanoi

7:00 AM: Enjoy breakfast and prepare for the day's activities. Be ready by 8:30 AM.
8:45 AM: Transfer to Ban Cong and start a 2.5-km walk. Cross a suspension bridge to reach one of Pu Luong's most scenic villages, where the largest stream flows through.
Along the river, admire stunning landscapes, rice fields, and village life. Look for the giant water wheels, a remarkable creation of Vietnam's mountainous ethnic minorities. Difficulty level 2/5.
Arrive at Chieu Lau Dam and embark on a bamboo rafting experience. Paddle the raft upstream with locals and have fun.
10:00 AM: The raft lands on the other side of the river. Embark on another 2-km trek through rice fields and villages, completing a loop trail. Meet the transfer at the main road and return to your hotel for check-out by 11:30 AM. Enjoy lunch.
1:00 PM: Prepare for the bus journey back to Hanoi. Expect to arrive at your hotel in Hanoi by 6:30 PM.