3 Days / 2 Nights Climbing Tour : Tay Con Linh Mountain

About this tour

3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS CLIMBING TOUR: TAY CON LINH MOUNTAIN

Price starts from: $240

About This Tour

This extended itinerary accommodates participants with moderate fitness, incorporating overnight transport, progressive trekking, Dao cultural engagement, and summit achievement. Departing from a Hanoi hotel, it applies sustainable protocols (e.g., reusable items, local sourcing) to mitigate environmental impact and enhance outcome metrics such as participant satisfaction and community benefits.

Brief Overview of Tay Con Linh Mountain and Its Significance

Tay Con Linh, at 2,429 m elevation, is Northeast Vietnam’s highest peak in Ha Giang Province. It supports biodiverse ecosystems, facilitating studies on endemic flora/fauna. Culturally, it holds sacred status for the Dao ethnic group, representing the Mountain God in folklore and underpinning heritage preservation efforts.

Introduction to the Tay Con Linh Mountain Climbing Tour (3 Days / 3 Nights)

This evidence-based program covers ∼20–25 km trekking with 600–700 m elevation gain, prioritizing risk mitigation, ethnographic depth, and ecological integrity. It yields verifiable gains: summit access, intercultural exchanges, and recovery phases. Optimized for adventurers, it employs validated guiding standards to integrate exertion with insights on sustainability and anthropology.

Night 0: Hanoi – Ha Giang by Sleeper Bus

• 17:30 – 20:00: Pick-up from Hanoi hotel by sleeper bus.
• Overnight: Comfortable ride to Ha Giang (∼6 hours; amenities include reclining seats and basic facilities).

Day 1: Ha Giang – TVPalm Ecolodge – Jungle Trekking – Xa Phin (L, D)

• 05:00 – 05:30 AM: Arrive in Ha Giang City; transfer to TVPalm Ecolodge for rest.
• 07:30 AM – 08:30 AM: Breakfast at TVPalm; orientation and gear check with guide.
• 08:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Trek from TVPalm through remote Dao Ao Dai villages of Khuoi My and Lung Vai (∼5 km). Observe expansive terraced fields, traditional houses, and serene forest paths.
• 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Lunch at a local home in Lung Vai.
• 12:30 PM – 03:30 PM: Continue hiking to Na Mau and onward to Xa Phin village (∼5 km).
• 03:30 PM – 05:30 PM: Settle into Dao Ao Dai homestay; explore village or rest.
• 06:00 PM: Traditional dinner with host family, featuring local cuisine and herbal rice wine.

Overnight: Homestay in Xa Phin village.

Day 2: Xa Phin – Tay Con Linh Summit – TVPalm (B, L, D)

• 07:00 AM – 08:00 AM: Hearty breakfast with host family.
• 08:00 AM – 08:45 AM: Motorbike ride (easy riders) to base camp at ∼1,800 m elevation.
• 08:45 AM – 12:00 PM: Ascend to Tay Con Linh summit (2,429 m; ∼600 m gain). Trek through ancient forests; enjoy panoramic views.
• 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM: Packed lunch and short rest at the summit.
• 13:00 PM – 15:30 PM: Descend to base camp; easy rider transfer directly to TVPalm Ecolodge.
• 17:00 PM: Arrive at TVPalm, check in, rest, and enjoy dinner.

Overnight: Stay at TVPalm Ecolodge.

Day 3: TVPalm Ecolodge – Ha Giang – Hanoi (B)

• 07:30 AM – 08:30 AM: Breakfast at ecolodge.
• 08:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Optional walk or relaxation.
• 10:00 AM: Transfer to Ha Giang bus station.
• 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Depart Ha Giang by sleeper bus.
• Evening arrival: Return to Hanoi; end of services or travel continuation.

Included

• Sleeper bus Hanoi – Ha Giang – Hanoi.
• English-speaking guide and local porter.
• Homestay in Xa Phin and ecolodge accommodation.
• All meals: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner.
• Reusable water bottles and purified water.
• Motorbike transport with experienced riders.
• Travel insurance (inbound coverage: medical/accident USD 10,000; hospital room USD 20/day; repatriation USD 10,000; death USD 10,000; luggage USD 1,000; burial/repatriation USD 10,000).

Not Included

• Personal beverages and expenses.
• Tips for guide or driver.
• International flights and visas.
• Personal travel gear beyond provided items.

Preparation: What Guests Need to Bring

To ensure safety, comfort, and environmental sustainability, participants should prepare items categorized by functional requirements:

• Clothing and Protection: Waterproof jacket, quick-dry trekking pants/shorts, long-sleeve shirts, sturdy trekking shoes with grip, hat, sunglasses, and personal insect repellent (supplementing provided gear).
• Personal Items: Small daypack (20–30 L), reusable water bottle (extra to provided), sunscreen (SPF 50+), basic first-aid kit (blister plasters, pain relievers), and prescribed medications.
• Essentials for Summit: Warm layers (fleece/jacket for elevation), gloves, headlamp/flashlight, and energy snacks (supplementing meals).
• Documents and Misc: Passport/ID copy, cash for tips/expenses, camera/phone with waterproof case. Note: Limit pack weight to 5–7 kg for mobility; avoid single-use plastics to align with zero-waste protocols.

Why Choose TVPalm Adventure

• TVPalm Adventure delivers this tour with a focus on ecological sustainability, allocating 5% of revenue to reforestation and community education in the Tay Con Linh region.
• Small-group formats (2–8 guests) reduce impact while enhancing authenticity, with 95% participant satisfaction in safety and conservation metrics per feedback data.
• This evidence-based approach complies with global standards (e.g., GSTC), ensuring measurable benefits in biodiversity preservation and local empowerment.

Note

• Itinerary adjustments may occur due to meteorological variability, community events, or trail conditions (e.g., seasonal accessibility).
• All protocols follow verified safety and sustainability guidelines.