Northwest Vietnam
September 16-18, 2024
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Mu Cang Chai Nature Retreat
Awaken your senses and connect to nature
A magical experience awaits at one of Vietnam’s most stunning locations – Mu Cang Chai, known for its spectacular rice terraces and unspoiled landscape. Removed from the busy modern world, the retreat takes place in a remote Khau Pha Valley surrounded by mountains and forests, tranquil villages, and natural hot springs. A spectacular location immersed in nature and an experience focused on self-care. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will be deeply impactful forged with unforgettable memories.
Mind-Body Practice
Daily yoga with a Sivananda instructor who will guide you in mind-body practice facilitating connection to your inner self and awareness of the present moment.
Nature Immersion
Immerse in nature’s healing environment with a peaceful trek through a Bamboo Forest and the therapeutic health benefits of soaking in the natural mineral hot springs.
Local Connections
A homestay in a village of the ethnic Black Thai people is an immersive cultural experience offering a deeper understanding of the traditional way of life while also supporting the local community through your participation in sustainable tourism.
Location & Accommodation
Location
Mu Cang Chai is a rural district in the Yen Bai Province of northern Vietnam, renowned for its breathtaking terraced rice fields that is recognized as a National Heritage Site in Vietnam. The region’s beauty is especially evident during the rice harvest season, typically from September to October, when the terraced fields turn golden yellow, offering a mesmerizing sight that attracts photographers, nature enthusiasts, and tourists alike.
Mu Cang Chai is home to various ethnic minority groups, primarily the H’Mong, Thai, and Dao, each contributing to the region’s rich cultural tapestry.
Accommodation
Part of the cultural immersion experience, your accommodation is provided by a local family in their traditional house on stilts. There is no private room and you will sleep on the floor in a large communal area. The sleeping corner is set up with a single mattress (thin, but adequate), blankets, pillow, and mosquito net. The restroom is clean with modern facilities and a few steps from the main house.
A private stilt house is available at a surcharge in case you prefer more privacy. Please contact us for more information.
Sample Day
5:30 AM
Greet the day with gentle yoga
7:00-8:00 AM
Breakfast
8:30 - 12 Noon
Begin half-day trekking in Huoi Tieng Qoai bamboo forest with a local guide taking you through hidden villages with scenic views of the rice terrace.
Noon
Picnic lunch by the stream or in a village at the home of a local family
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Continue trek to a H’mong village where you will learn the art of making batik.
Free Time
6:00 PM
Enjoy home made fresh vegetarian meal followed by a herbal foot soak before retiring for the night.
Program Pricing
Price is US$600 per person and includes:
- Roundtrip transfer from Hanoi
- 2 nights accommodation in a shared traditional stilt house
- Vegetarian meals (2 breakfasts, 5 main meals)
- Private yoga instructor
- 1 Nidra yoga and 1 yoga class
- 1 yoga workshop
- Half-day trekking with local guide
- 1 H’mong batik workshop
- 1 entry pass to mineral hot springs
Not included:
- Hotel in Hanoi
- Vietnam visa fees
- Beverages and gratuities
- Personal expenses (trekking gear etc…)
- Travel insurance
- Activities not covered in itinerary
Note: A non-refundable deposit of US$200 is required to secure your space. Full payment is due 2 weeks prior to the start of the retreat.
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