Ky Quan San Summit Climbing Excursion - 4 Days
In summary
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Sports
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Duration4 days
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LevelConfirmed
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DestinationAsia / Vietnam
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AgeFrom 18 - 60 years
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CO₂-Emissions44.05 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
French
In a few words
The 4-day Ky Quan San trek is a challenging yet unforgettable adventure, ideal for travelers passionate about the wilderness and mountain culture of Northwest Vietnam. Ky Quan San, also known as Bach Moc Luong Tu, lies on the border between Lai Chau and Lao Cai provinces and rises to 3,046 meters, making it the fourth highest mountain in Vietnam.
This journey offers not only the opportunity to conquer one of the country's most majestic peaks, but also to traverse spectacular landscapes: primeval forests shrouded in clouds, deep valleys, crystal-clear streams, and authentic villages of the H'mong, Dao, and Ha Nhi ethnic groups. It's a unique experience blending physical challenge, immersion in nature, and cultural discovery, promising unforgettable memories in the heart of Vietnam's mountains.
The highlights
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Conquest of the summit of Ky Quan San at 3,046 m, the fourth highest mountain in Vietnam
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Night in a mountain tent, in the heart of nature and a sea of clouds in the Northwest
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Discovering the ethnic market of Muong Hum, a crossroads for mountain minorities
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Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
In figures
Hiking
- Average distance/day: 11 km
Management
Program
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Departure from Lao Cai to Muong Hum – Market visit
- Activity Hiking
- Accommodation Staying with a local resident
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Departure from Lao Cai for a journey of approximately 1 hour 30 minutes through the picturesque valleys of Ban Khoang and Ta Giang Phin, then passing through the Muong Hum pass before arriving in the valley of the same name.
Visit to the Muong Hum market, the largest ethnic market in the region, where several minorities such as the H'mong, Ha Nhi, Zay and Dzao meet.
Lunch on the way.
In the afternoon, continue your journey to Lang Moi, in the commune of Sang Ma Sao, for your homestay. Free time to explore the neighboring H'mong villages and discover local life.
Dinner prepared by your host family.
Overnight stay with a local resident.
Remarks :
- Suggested departure time: 8:00 AM
- Duration of the day: 7 hours
- Total hiking distance: 3 km (2 mi)
Day 1 -
Ky Quan San Village – Hike to the overnight camp
- Activity Hiking
- Distance 15 km
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Early morning departure and transfer by motorbike for approximately 5 km (3 mi) along narrow paths to the village of Ky Quan San, located at an altitude of 1,100 m.
Start of a 4-hour hike (9 km / 6 mi) through a sometimes wet and slippery forest, up to a high point at 1,600 m altitude, where you will enjoy a picnic lunch with a panoramic view of the village and the Nam Pen valley.
After lunch, continue the climb for another 4.5 hours until you reach an altitude of 2,100 m, where you will reach a rudimentary mountain hut serving as a refuge for the night.
Dinner prepared by your guide.
Night in a wooden mountain cabin.
Remarks :
- Suggested departure time: 5:00 AM
- Duration of the day: 10 hours
- Total hiking distance: 15 km (9 mi)
Day 2 -
Hike to the summit of Ky Quan San
- Activity Hiking
- Distance 9 km
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Wake up above the clouds to admire spectacular views. Today's goal is to reach the summit of Ky Quan San, Vietnam's fourth highest mountain, reaching 3,046 meters. The approximately 9 km (6 mi) climb takes about 3 hours. The final meters on a steep and rocky trail can be challenging. After enjoying the panoramic views, descend back to the cabin. Dinner will be prepared by your guide.
Night in a wooden cabin.
Remarks :
- Suggested departure time: 5:00 AM
- Tour duration: 8 hours
- Total hiking distance: 9 km (6 mi)
- Difficulty: Hard
Day 3 -
Hike to Muoi Peak – Return to Lao Cai
- Activity Hiking
- Distance 19 km
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
Depart early in the morning for a short 1 km (0.6 mi) hike to Muoi Peak on an easy trail. Enjoy breathtaking views from 2,850 m, overlooking the cloud-shrouded peaks. Then begin the 18 km (11 mi) descent to Ky Quan San village, where your vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Lao Cai (55 km / 34 mi).
End of our services.
Remarks :
- Suggested departure time: 5:00 AM
- Tour duration: 12 hours
- Total hiking distance: 19 km (12 mi)
- Difficulty: Easy
Day 4
Note
Enhance your trip by booking this excursion. However, we do not recommend flying for such a short duration.
Accommodation
Access
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
Note: The price is per person, based on a group of two travelers.
- Door-to-door pick-up and drop-off service
- All the transport options mentioned above
- All camping accommodations
- Local carrier
- Experienced English-speaking guides
- Meals as per itinerary
- All admission tickets according to the program
- Tissues and water bottles on board the vehicle
- Service fees and government taxes
- Exclusive and personalized service for each individual agent/client
- 24/7 telephone support guaranteed
- No additional charges after service confirmation
Prices are subject to change without notice until the hotel has been booked and the tickets have been issued.
The price does not include
- International flights
- Drinks, personal expenses, tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Supplement during public holidays (if applicable)
- Mandatory gala dinner on December 24th and 31st
- Early check-in and late check-out (unless otherwise stated)
- Visa for Vietnam
- Additional charge for taxi transfers between 00:00 and 05:00
- Other services not mentioned above
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.