Central Highlands Vietnam
Trek + Home Stay (2 days / 1 night)
Kon Tum – Jungle trek - Village home stay in rong house - Kon Tum
Highlights
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Nature trek through scenic Central Highlands Vietnam
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Village home stay in traditonal rong house on stilts
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Kon Tum sightseeing
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Off the beaten track destination
Overview
It’s easy to get off the beaten track in this wonderfully scenic part of the country. Only recently opened to tourists, Kon Tum is possibly one of the friendliest places in Vietnam. There are several sights in the town including the beautiful French wooden church and Bahnar villages, located on the town’s outskirts. Close to Kon Tum are several hill-tribe villages for a fun multi-day trek in the jungle with a home stay. We are careful not to intrude too frequently on any one village, so visitors are always welcomed and traditions remain intact. A highlight is staying in a rong house, a tall thatched-roof community venue built on stilts. The stilts were originally for protection from elephants, tigers and other wild animals.
Itinerary at a glance
Day 1 |
Kon Tum sightseeing, trek to village home stay in rong house Accommodation: Home stay |
Day 2 |
Nature trek, return to Kon Tum After breakfast we say goodbye to our hosts and start our full day nature trek through pristine jungle, passing remote hill tribe villages and terraced rice fields. At the end of the trek, there is time for a swim in the river, before heading back to Kon Tum for a fun dinner in a local restaurant with your local guide and support crew. After dinner you are dropped back at your hotel. Note: If you would like to add more days trekking or staying in the villages we can extend this itinerary. |
Prices
$AUD price per person |
With motorbike transfers |
With vehicle transfers |
3 to 4 people |
159 |
180 |
2 people |
199 |
215 |
Single supplement |
289 |
350 |
Validity |
31 December 2010 |
31 December 2010 |
Prices are in Australian dollars based upon the number of people travelling together. Price is land content only + subject to currency fluctuations. Credit Card payments incur an additional 3% surcharge. See Booking Conditions for more details. Prices beyond the validity available on request. Call 1300 43 10 69 or email us for a booking form.
Includes
- English speaking local guide + support crew
- Kon Tum sightseeing tour
- Village home stay and permission
- Boat trip
- Vehicle transfer by motorbike or vehicle
- Water
- Meals as per the itinerary
- Equipment as listed in trip notes
Excludes
- Airfares and departure taxes
- Travel insurance
- Visa, passport or vaccination costs
- Other meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, bar charges, tips, optional activities
Trip grade
MODERATE: If you are seeking fun and adventure and you like active travel, this is for you. A mixture of long and shorter activity days of four to five hours duration. A good level of fitness is required.
Trip notes
Home stays
Kon Tum is a new area opened to tourists, so home stays in villages are very simple in terms of bedding and amenities. You are provided with a mattress, pillow, blanket and you sleep on the floor like the locals. Accommodation and amenities are shared with your travel group and on the occasion other travellers. Toilets are usually western-style, but be prepard for squat toilets. There is no hot water for showers.
Inner Journey Expeditions can arrange pre and post hotel accommodation in Kon Tum in 3-star or 4-star comfortable accommodation. Ask us for prices.
Food
All meals, indicated in the detailed itinerary, are included in the price. The food in local restaurants in Kon Tum are a taste sensation. When trekking, the emphasis is on simple and healthy food. Please advise us if you have any special dietary requirements.
Local guides
English speaking guides support your sightseeing and trekking activities. These guides love their job and are on hand to ensure you have a great trip. They have extensive experience in guiding outdoor tours in Vietnam and have internationally recognised first aid qualifications.
The trekking day
Trekking is moderate grade, ascending and descending jungle trails for up to six hours on day two. Best months are from October to March. It is wet, slippery and challenging in June and August. We aim to reach the village home stay between 4.30pm and 5.30pm. During the trek you have short breaks for rests, snacks and there’s plenty of opportunity for photographs.
What to bring
Pack lightly for the trek, no more than 10kg, as you carry your own day pack. Remember, you are only trekking for two days. Use your day pack and travel wallet to carry your personal items and important documents. We recommend using a sturdy day pack with good back support and a waterproof cover.
Your luggage should include: trekking boots or walking shoes, thongs or comfortable slip-on shoes for night time, light weight shorts & long pants, shirt & t-shirt, warm clothes for at night, raincoat, hat, sunglasses, sun block, insect repellent, basic toiletries, flashlight, water bottle, small towel, swim suit (sarongs for women), camera & spare batteries/charger, pen & paper, original passport, small amount of money for shopping in markets, toilet paper, zip lock bags, barley sugar or lollies for sustenance and personal medication. (Optional: light weight sleeping bag.)
Equipment provided
First-aid kit
Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reason, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village or for any other factor that may impact client safety.
Tipping guidelines
It is customary to express a personal thank you to your guide and driver at the end of your trip, especially if he or she has provided you with excellent service. As a guideline only, we suggest tipping around AUD$4-$5 per day for the guide and AUD$2-$3 per day for the driver. You can pay this in local currency or US dollars. Of course whether you tip and how much is always at your discretion.
Vietnam visa
Most visitors to Vietnam need a visa to enter the country. Inner Journey Expeditions offers a Vietnam visa on arrival service where you obtain an entry visa stamp on arrival at HCMC, Hanoi or Danang International Airports. We arrange a Vietnam visa authorityl letter which you present with a valid passport, passport photo and your visa stamp fee to the Visa Landing Counter. This service is inexpensive, easy to arrange, only takes four working days and is all done on email - no need to mail your passport.
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Climate
Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta in the South are hot all year round with average day time temperatures at 30 degrees Celsius. The hottest period is from March to May with average temperatures of 35 degree Celsius. The wet season runs from May to November where it down pours for an hour or so in the afternoon. Hanoi and Northern Vietnam experience four seasons. Summer from May to October can be hot and wet with regular downpours and occasional typhoons. July to August is the hottest months with temperatures reaching 33 degrees Celsius. Winter runs from November to April with cold and humid conditions. December and January can be particularly cold with temperatures ranging between 10 – 20 degrees Celsius.
Health issues
Good medical advice usually recommends vaccinations in advance of travel to Vietnam. We suggest you consult with your doctor to discuss health care needs specific to your holiday.
Insurance
You must have comprehensive travel insurance to travel with us. Insurance should include cover for personal accident and medical expenses, evacuation and repatriation, baggage loss and cancellation or curtailment of your holiday. Your trip notes + vouchers will not be issued until you confirm possession of appropriate insurance. Better be safe than sorry!
Pre + post tour arrangements
We can arrange additional hotel nights at the beginning or the end of your tour or if you are interested in doing additional touring we can organise a private tour to cater to your interests and time frame. Check out the IJE website for more details.
Handy travel tips + travelling responsibly
For more information on how you can participate in sustainable tourism go to Handy Travel Tips. To help plan your trip go to Vietnam Visa + Travel Guide.
What next
To reserve a place on this trip, contact us now and we will send you a booking form. To guarantee your booking you must email the first section of the booking form to us and pay your non-refundable deposit of 30% of total tour cost. The balance of payment is due 50 days prior to departure. Once your booking is confirmed and you have paid in full, you will receive your tour voucher and detailed itinerary for this tour.Book now
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