With an early start time of 6.30am-7.00am, we meet our guide and driver. We are then transferred by car 15km from Sapa, to arrive at the Fansipan Park Ranger’s Station at a height of 2,000m, ready to begin the climb. The mountain’s ecosystem is rich, with 2,024 floral varieties and 327 faunal species. The challenging ascent and decent will take around 8-9 hours. Throughout, we hike through stunning primary deciduous and evergreen forests, follow crystal clear mountain streams, and brave windswept ridges. Short breaks along the way will allow you to take in the various scenic views that this climb has to offer. Forest types change with increasing altitude. Around the summit, dwarf bamboo is all that can survive. We arrive at the 3,143m summit around midday, and celebrate this victory with a picnic lunch, sitting high above the hills with views of this stunning mountainous landscape. The descent, will take around 3-4 hours (depending on individual fitness levels). We arrive back at the starting point with the car waiting for us and are taken back to Sapa. End of services!
Included
English speaking guide
Porters (to carry foods, water during the walk)
All needed transport
Lunch
Water, snacks on the whole trip
All entrance fees and permit
Excluded
Tips
Soft drink (beer, coca cola…)
Insurance
All other services not indicated above