Overview
Max Altitude
3,143m
Duration
2 Days
Difficulty
Grade II
Price
From £145
Type of Trek
Guided
Accommodation
Camping
Food
Full Board
What is the Mt Fansipan Summit Trek?
At 3,143m, Mount Fansipan is the definitive topographical objective of the Indochina Sector. This 2 day, 1 night mission is a high-intensity ascent through the Hoang Lien Son range, requiring sustained vertical movement and navigation through dense tropical forests.
This is not a standard trek; it is a high-elevation mission through the Tonkinese Alps. Trekkers will establish a camp at 2,800m, positioning for a final summit push to the milestone at 3,143m before the mid-morning cloud cover sets in.
While many take the cable car, our route follows the traditional technical corridors, offering a more immersive experience. This is the ultimate Vietnam experience.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Fansipan Mountain Trek - Camping (L/D)
At about 08.30, you will take a bus (17km) to Tram Ton Pass, the highest pass in Vietnam located at 2,100m above sea level. You can visit the Silver Waterfall en route. Enjoy the wonderful scenery and then begin the strenuous trek to the peak. After roughly 6 hours of trekking off the beaten track through the primitive jungles, across the numerous small streams and bamboo forests, you will have climbed to about 2,200m, the point at which you pitch your tent, have dinner and spend your first night on the mountain
Day 2 - Fansipan Summit (B/L)
You will have very early breakfast at the camp and then head for the summit by way of pine and yellow bamboo forests. After an arduous 4-hour climb, you will finally conquer the roof of Vietnam and Indochina. Spend up to one hour enjoying breathtaking views of the splendid rolling mountains, the small villages of Lai Chau Province and the picturesque town of Sapa. After you have lunch, you will descend the mountain to Sin Chai Village of the Black H’mong. You will then travel to Sapa.
What is included?
- Air-conditioned vehicle, Round-trip transportation from selected hotels
- Door to door pick-up drop-off service
- Accommodation at ecolodges, hotels, homestays as mentioned
- Experienced local English-speaking guide
- Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner)
- (Optional) Vegetarian and vegan food is available
- Bottled water
- All sightseeing tickets
- Trekking tour in Fansipan, Sapa
- All Taxes and Fees
- No extra charge after confirmation
- 24/7 hotline support guaranteed
- (Optional) Child seats are required
What isn't included?
- Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- International & domestic flights and taxes
- Beverages
- Other personal expenses: drinks, souvenirs, etc.
What to Bring?
- Pack essentials, including light comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor activities, comfortable walking shoes. Take a small day pack for hiking and trekking
- It is essential to bring your passport on this trip. We also recommend packing: insect repellent, sun cream, raincoat and sun hat…
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