SUP & Glamping – Discovering Ba Khan Paradise

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  • 2 Days 1 Night
  • Max Guests : 16
  • SUP, Trekking
  • Professional Tour Guide

Detail

A weekend tour with outdoor experiences, conquering nature in an extremely attractive and very chill way. This trip is not too challenging for most people and has many interesting highlights, including SUP activities on Hoa Binh Lake, luxurious glamping at Bakhan Village Glamping, gentle trekking to explore the village, and delicious cuisine of the Muong people.”

Itinerary

Day 1: Hanoi - Thung Nai - Ngòi Hoa - Bakhan Village Glamping

06:30 Meet the tour guide at the meeting point and depart for Ngòi Hoa, Hoa Binh. We will have a rest and breakfast stop near Hoa Binh city. Upon arrival at Ngòi Hoa pier, we will start paddling SUP into the inner part of Ngòi Hoa bay. After about 2 hours of SUP paddling, we will reach the end point of Ngòi Hoa bay where we will board a boat for lunch. After lunch, we will take a boat to the starting point for a trek to Ho Mat Rong Lake, a pristine lake hidden deep in the mountains near Ngòi Hoa village. We will hike along a scenic mountain trail to the lake where we can swim and enjoy the clear water.

Return to the boat and head back to Ngòi Hoa village pier to travel by car to Bakhan Village Glamping, a luxurious glamping site with stunning views and amenities. Enjoy swimming in the pool, relaxing, and having dinner at the glamping restaurant.

Overnight stay at the glamping site.

  • In case of unfavorable weather conditions (cold or rain), the swimming activity at Ho Mat Rong Lake may be canceled. Instead, we will return to the glamping site earlier to relax.

  • Meals included: lunch, dinner

Day 2: Bakhan Village Glamping - Return to Hanoi

07:30 Breakfast at the glamping site. After breakfast, we will hike to explore the peaceful Muong ethnic villages in the Bakhan valley. The endpoint of this trek is a low mountain peak where we can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Bakhan valley and the vast, majestic landscape of Hoa Binh Lake.

Return to the glamping site for check-out, swimming in the pool, taking photos, and having lunch at the restaurant before departing by car back to Hanoi. The tour concludes upon arrival in Hanoi.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch

Price Includes

  • Car trip from Hanoi to Ngòi Hoa - Bakhan - Hanoi
  • SUP / Kayak and escort boat
  • Glamping (double tents or 4-person tents)
  • Meals as per the itinerary and drinking water
  • Professional tour guide
  • Sightseeing tickets
  • Travel insurance

Price Excludes

  • Drinks outside the program
  • Beverages during meals
  • Transportation before and after the program
  • Other personal expenses

What to Expect

  • Experience luxurious, fully equipped glamping.
  • Trekking through peaceful Muong ethnic villages
  • Explore the beauty of ethnic minority cultures
  • Professional and experienced tour guides.
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Difficulty Of The Activity

Discovery level tours (6/10): Most people can participate, and children from around 6 years old can join with their parents. Light physical preparation will enhance the comfort and ease of outdoor activities during the tour. The tour duration is typically 2 days. For trekking at this level, trekking time is around 2-3 hours per day on 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 ample time for photography stops and rest breaks.

Experience/Skill Requirement: Low
Physical Fitness Requirement: Moderate
Tour Duration: 2-3 days
Outdoor Activity Duration: 4-6 hours/day
Children: From 12 years old can participate

Recommended Physical Preparation: Train by running or kayaking/SUP 1-2 weeks prior. Run 2 sessions per week, each 3-5km, or kayak/SUP 2-3 sessions per week, each 5km.

Equipment

Umove provides the following equipment:

–  SUP / Kayak & Accessories
–  Life jacket .
–  Dry bag
–  Trekking pole.

Personal essentials to prepare:

–  Hiking shoes, waterproof sandals.
–  Sandals, Crocs
–  Water bottle (approximately 1 liter capacity).
–  Long-sleeve swimsuit (rashguard), hat, sunglasses, gloves, sunscreen (Bộ đồ bơi dài tay (rashguard), mũ nón, kính râm, tất tay, kem chống nắng…).
–  Mobile phone, camera, power bank, suitable waterproof protection.
–  Personal identification documents.

Additional suggested equipment:

–  Spare clothing.
–  Personal medication.
–  Towel, hand sanitizer.
–  Waterproof phone pouch.

Notes About The Tour

1. Travel Insurance:
Umove Adventure utilizes the services of Bao Viet Insurance with a maximum insurance coverage of 100 million VND per person per incident. For details, please refer to Bao Viet’s insurance policy here: [Bao Viet Insurance Policy](link to be provided).

2. Cancellation Policy:
Please refer to the tour postponement and cancellation policies in the Regulations and Guidelines section.

3. Liability Waiver:
Customers purchasing Umove Adventure’s adventurous tours are fully aware of the “adventurous” nature, physical challenges, and inherent risks in the tour. Therefore, customers are required to read and sign a Liability Waiver before departure. Please read the contents of the Liability Waiver below carefully before registering to participate.

4 . Notes on SUP and trekking routes:

On the morning of the first day, we will paddle approximately 4km in Ngòi Hoa Bay. Depending on the time of year, we may paddle downwind or slightly against the wind. However, since this is a narrow and sheltered bay, the water surface is usually quite calm.
Before starting, the guide will instruct on paddling techniques, safety precautions, and the route. Participants must wear life jackets and foot leashes (leashes) at all times. For those paddling SUP for the first time, it’s advisable not to stand on the SUP immediately from the starting point. After paddling about 1-2 km, if feeling comfortable and confident with the water flow, participants can then start standing while paddling.
While paddling on the lake, be mindful of avoiding obstacles such as tree branches, rocks, etc. Keep close to the shore and watch out for motorboats navigating the lake. We will have escort boats accompanying us throughout the paddling session. If you prefer to use the paddle to row the boat, please inform the guide.
If you are a strong swimmer with extensive paddling experience, you may choose to remove the life jacket and secure it on the SUP, but absolutely do not remove the foot leash.
On the second day, we will trek for about 20-25 minutes along small trails through the peaceful villages. The path is not difficult but requires wearing sports shoes or trekking sandals (avoid flip-flops).

5 . Food & Drinks:
Meals such as lunch on the boat and at the glamping site are quite diverse and feature many “local flavors of the Muong ethnic group” such as grilled fish, grilled pork, stir-fried vegetables, boiled dishes, etc. Breakfast will be chicken congee or vegetable instant noodles with egg.
If you have dietary restrictions or preferences (e.g., vegetarian or vegan), please inform the UA management in advance for appropriate meal preparations. If your special dietary needs cannot be met (due to health, medical, or religious reasons), we suggest you bring your own food.
Drinking water will be provided fully onboard and during paddling. Umove Adventure encourages customers to minimize the use of single-use plastic and nylon products. Therefore, we recommend bringing a reusable water bottle to refill from the large water container provided by us.
Alcoholic beverages are not permitted during SUP, kayaking, or trekking activities. Alcoholic drinks and soft drinks are not included in the meals.
6. Environmental Protection:

Umove Adventure supports and applies Leave No Trace principles in its outdoor tours and activities. We also encourage customers and partners to adhere to Leave No Trace principles when traveling in outdoor environments. Learn more about Leave No Trace principles here.

To reduce the use of single-use plastic bottles, Umove Adventure recommends each traveler prepare a 1L water bottle for daily water refills. During the tour, travelers must follow instructions and regulations regarding environmental protection at the destination.

7. Safety & Health Advisory:

If you have heart disease or joint issues (knees, ankles, shoulders, etc.), consult a doctor before deciding to join the trip. Guides will carry basic first aid kits. If you have specific health concerns requiring medication, please bring your own medications.

In all cases, if you enter the water for swimming, you must wear a life jacket.

FAQ

Best Time to Visit ?

At any time you can travel to Hoa Binh. From April to October is the ideal time for SUP and swimming activities, from November to March Hoa Binh becomes an ideal place to relax, get away from the hustle and bustle and noise of everyday life.

Suitable Age for Children:

This tour is suitable for children aged 12 and above, accompanied by their parents or guardians.

I have never paddled SUP/Kayak before. Can I still join this tour?

This tour is rated 6/10 in difficulty, so even if you have never paddled SUP before, you can still join. Before entering the water, the guide will provide basic paddling skills and safety instructions. You will also have time to get acquainted with the SUP before paddling.

Can I join this tour alone?

This is a group tour, so you can join alone. However, there is a minimum requirement of 5 participants for the tour to proceed. If the minimum number is not met, Umove Adventure will inform you one week in advance so you can decide to reschedule or receive a refund of your deposit.

If I am vegetarian (or have specific dietary requirements), will the tour accommodate them?

You need to inform Umove Adventure about your vegetarian or dietary requirements before booking. They will check if the tour destination can accommodate your needs and inform you accordingly. Typically, Umove Adventure offers vegetarian options based on the tour location.

Can I bring my pet (dog/cat) along?

Umove Adventure does not organize tours specifically for guests bringing pets. Whether you can bring your pet depends on the consensus of other tour participants. If you wish to bring a pet, Umove Adventure will seek the agreement of all tour participants. You will be fully responsible for the general hygiene and safety of your pet during the tour.

If I get too tired while paddling SUP/Kayak, can I stop?

If you become too fatigued to continue paddling, promptly inform the guide or the support boat for assistance. Most Umove Adventure tours have support boats accompanying them. If you cannot continue paddling, you can board the support boat for the remaining part of the program.

I don't know how to swim. Can I still participate?

Even if you cannot swim, you can still participate under the condition that you strictly follow the safety instructions provided by the guide. All participants paddling SUP must wear a life jacket and ankle leash at all times.

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