Trek the first day down from Dalat to Tuyen Lam Lake. The trail is moderate on the first day and goes over Pinhatt Mountain through pine forest and ends at a campsite on the shore of the lake. The second day puts you in the jungle for the whole day as you trek further south. This moderate trek involves about 4 to 5 hours of hiking each day.
Description:
JUNGLE FEVER DA LAT TREKKING
Highlights:
Beautiful scenery
Various terrains
Lake-side camping site
All meals included
Day 1: Da Lat Trek to Campsite (L, D)
In the morning we drive about 45mins along picturesque scenic roads to the Pinhatt Mountain Trailhead, where we start our journey. The first section of trail is through minority farms and pine forest. Don’t be alarmed if you meet an elephant along the way. They live at the lake and are tame. We continue to walk through forest paths until we meet the base of Pinhatt. Here we can take a short rest to gain strength for the steep uphill climb (45 minutes) to the summit of Pinhatt. You will be treated to a picnic lunch of fresh veggies and fruits, baguettes with an assortment of toppings and a French-style pastry to satisfy your sweet tooth. After lunch and a rest on the mountain-top, we descend through very dramatic difference flora and fauna. The valley you enter is no longer pine forest, but the tropical jungle that Vietnam is so famous for. You will emerge on the other side, at a campsite where you can relax or take a swim until dinner.
Notes: Trek 5 hrs - moderate grade
Day 2: Campsite - Chicken Village - Dalat (B, L)
After breakfast at the campsite we start our walk through pine forest. Soon you will notice the dramatic change in scenery from pine to thick jungle. Walk the rolling hills among the vines, broad-leaf trees, and enjoy the cool jungle breeze. Upon exiting the thick jungle section, we will walk between Elephant Mountain and another area peak. Enjoy seeing the small minority farms that dot the valley floor. After picnic lunch and a rest we continue walking through the valley until you come to a ridgeline, which you follow to the famous chicken village, aptly named due to the large chicken statue in the center of the township. The women of this minority village are famous for weaving fabric in bright and interesting designs. Meet our bus and transferred to your hotel in Dalat. Trip completes around 4pm.
This itinerary may alter due to local conditions, the strength of the group and other unexpected circumstances. We will do our very best to adhere to the set itinerary, however we cannot be held responsible for any last minute changes that might occur. In all such circumstances, your biking or trekking guide will have the final say.
Validity until 30/09/2010.
Inclusion
Transportation (car or mini van), Entrance fee, English Speaking guide, Meals, Camp, First Aid Kit, Mineral water & snack, Ciao Travel Charity Fund.
Exclusion
Beverage, Personal Expense, Insurance, Tips.
Packing lists
Original passport, Sun-glasses, Sun-cream, Comfortable footwear for trekking, Insect repellent.
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