De Sa Pa a Ta Van (Norte de Vietnam)
near Xóm Hai, Lào Cai Province (Vietnam)
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Taking advantage of the fact that we have come to Vietnam to visit our daughter who works here in Hanoi, we are also going to do some sightseeing in the north of the country. A visit to Vietnam is not complete without a stop in the beautiful Sapa (Sa Pa) district of Lao Cai province. Sapa is home to the 3,143-meter-high Mount Fansipan, called the roof of Indochina, and the valleys invite hiking through the endless rice fields for which Sapa is famous. These trails encompass lush bamboo forests, large valleys and vibrant hillsides. This spectacular area is a great way to learn about local customs and immerse yourself in the culture. Sapa is also home to many ethnic minorities who live in picturesque villages and the beauty of its fields, especially during the rice harvest, makes its landscapes an irresistible attraction for walking and enjoying nature.
Today's route can be called familiar because I have done it with my family, but "be careful", it is not, as we have gone outside the traditional, we have looked for local paths, nothing busy, there are unconventional sections and although not technically difficult If it gets complicated, there are surely easier alternatives in many parts of the hike. We have gone on our own but I recommend hiring a local guide, in the busiest areas we have seen them with more or less large groups. It will enhance your experience, help network with locals and contribute to the local economy rather than just passing by and using their limited facilities and resources without paying them back in some way.
"Anthropological" hiking from Sa Pa. It crosses villages of different ethnic groups: Lao Chai (H`mong), Ta Van (Dzay) and Giang Ta Chai (Dzao). We did it in 7.45 hours, stopping to eat at a local restaurant close to the arrival, already in the most populated area, moving 4.12 for 15 kilometers. I recommend a guide and the traditional route, you are warned if you follow this one. We are going to sleep in a charming hotel in the village of Ta Van. Most of the way is downhill, although it has some muddy slopes in some sections (bamboo forest).
Today's route can be called familiar because I have done it with my family, but "be careful", it is not, as we have gone outside the traditional, we have looked for local paths, nothing busy, there are unconventional sections and although not technically difficult If it gets complicated, there are surely easier alternatives in many parts of the hike. We have gone on our own but I recommend hiring a local guide, in the busiest areas we have seen them with more or less large groups. It will enhance your experience, help network with locals and contribute to the local economy rather than just passing by and using their limited facilities and resources without paying them back in some way.
"Anthropological" hiking from Sa Pa. It crosses villages of different ethnic groups: Lao Chai (H`mong), Ta Van (Dzay) and Giang Ta Chai (Dzao). We did it in 7.45 hours, stopping to eat at a local restaurant close to the arrival, already in the most populated area, moving 4.12 for 15 kilometers. I recommend a guide and the traditional route, you are warned if you follow this one. We are going to sleep in a charming hotel in the village of Ta Van. Most of the way is downhill, although it has some muddy slopes in some sections (bamboo forest).
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Muy bonita.
Muy atractiva visualmente esa ruta propuesta por tu retoña. Por lo que veo (y explicas) variada y con sus punticos cuidadosos. La descripción (como siempre) excelente y el reportaje gráfico, extenso y muy bonito.
¡Y solo de ida, Paco! (ironía modo "on").