This trip will take you through 3 Lanten Villages, a Khmu Village, Ban Nalan Tai, a Khmu village, and Ban Nam Goy, a Lanten village, which can only be accessed by foot or by boat. This trail climbs a ridge bordering the Nam Ha River and goes through forested areas bordering the Nam Ha Protected Area. On this trip you will learn about the upland agricultural practices, the uses of the forest and you’ll enjoy the hospitality and food of the Lanten. Overnight in the village lodge of Ban Nam Goy

The trek starts in the village of Ban Namleu, a Lanten village. The trail ascends from Ban Nam Leu to the ridgeline. Along the trail you will pass through forest in various stages of regeneration as well as some upland fields. You will meet local villagers along the trail coming from or going to market. Descend from the ridge down to the village of Ban Nalan Trail on the banks of the Nam Ha. Walk around the village and rest awhile before continuing on to Ban Nam Goy. The villagers of Ban Nam Goy will be your hosts for the night. Your village host will prepare you evening meal and join for a chat before retiring in the village lodge of the night (L, D)

After breakfast continue through the forest along the banks of the Nam Ha. Monkeys have been reported in this area. So, if you walk quietly and luck is on your side you may hear them. Meet the villagers of Ban Nam Goy in the forest along the way for a Lanten forest picnic. Continue over the ridge again to the banks of the Nam Tha and cross the river to the village of Ban Sop Dute where the trek ends and board a songtaew for the trip back to town (B, L)

• Transportation as stated
• Accommodation in village lodge – dormitory style
• Local English speaking guide
• Limited personal liability insurance cover.
• Admission fee to indicated sights
• Meals: as stated B, L, D
• Gov’t tax and service charge
• Trekking permit and limited drink water

• Visa stamping fee on arrival
• Int–l airport departure tax
• Int–l air tickets to / from Laos
• Domestic air ticket with airport tax
• Boat trip as stated in above sights
• Single room (quoted separately)
• Tip, drinks, personal expenses and others