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Sapa Off-Grid Trek with Social Enterprise
Immerse in Sapa's Hidden Gems
4.8
|61 Reviews
DURATION
6 hours
Booking type
Private trip
MEET UP
At location
Group size
Up to 15 guests
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Sapa Off-Grid Trek with Social Enterprise: Explore villages & help community.
Looking for a Sapa trek that goes beyond the usual tourist trails? This off-grid trek is perfect if you want to explore hidden villages, stunning rice terraces, and immerse yourself in local culture. You'll be guided by a local social enterprise that reinvests profits into education and community development, so every step you take directly supports the people of Sapa. This trek is a mix of adventure and cultural discovery. You’ll meet the H'mong, Black H'mong, and Red Dao communities, learn about their traditions, and even visit a forgotten French-era church. If you’re up for it, you can even end the day with a traditional Red Dao herbal bath – the perfect way to relax after the hike. For those who love getting off the beaten track, this trek offers a unique choice: an easier route or a more adventurous one. Choose the latter, and you’ll be hopping across streams, trekking through muddy trails, and experiencing one of the most authentic hikes in Sapa. Whichever route you take, the views are breathtaking, and the experience is unforgettable.What to ExpectA 13km trek through mountains, rice terraces, and hidden villages.Visit Suoi Ho, Matra, and Ta Phin villages, meeting H'mong, Black H'mong, and Red Dao communities.Explore the historic remains of a French-era church.Learn about local farming, traditions, and even some common H'mong phrases from your guide.End your trek with an optional Red Dao herbal bath – a great way to soothe your muscles.Enjoy a delicious local lunch with fresh ingredients (this is no average trekking meal!).Your adventure supports local education and job opportunities for ethnic minority youth.Good to KnowThis is a private trek, so you get a more personal experience.The trek is easy to medium difficulty, but if you choose the adventurous route, expect muddy terrain, stream crossings, and a bit of scrambling.If it rains, the trails can get slippery – bring good hiking shoes and consider a raincoat or umbrella.Lunch is included, but drinks are not – bring some cash if you’d like to buy extra refreshments.Transport from Ta Phin village back to Sapa is included.As this is a social enterprise, your trek directly supports local education and employment.The trek covers approximately 13km over varied terrain, including rice terraces, hills, and forested paths. Some parts can be muddy and slippery, especially after rain, but the experience is manageable with proper footwear. If choosing the adventurous route, be prepared for stream crossings and off-the-beaten-path trails.
Experience highlights
Trek a scenic, less-touristy Sapa route
Support local education by trekking
Visit H’mong and Red Dao villages
What You’ll be Doing
Today you'll get to explore several villages!
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What’s Included
Lunch
English speaking tour guide
Village entrance fees
Permit fees
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Who you’re supporting
Community Champion
Women-led Wonder
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Next Available Dates
Prices shown in USD
Select Time for 28 Mar 2025
Additional Information
Where we'll meet
Start Point
Meet-up at Sapa(Sa Pa, Vietnam)
- 09:00am
- Notes: The ending time is an estimate and depends on your trekking pace and the weather.
End Point
- End at Start Point(s)
Start & ends
Daily
09:00AM - 03:00PM
Suitability / Accessibility
- Child Friendly (No Minimum Age)
Cancellation & other policies
- CancellationCancel 24 hours before activity for a full refund
What to Pack
- Hat
- Hiking boots
- Long sleeves and trousers
- Mosquito repellent
- Rain coat
- Sunscreen
From
497.760đ/person
4.8(61)
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Meet your host
Shu Tan, a single mother from the Black Hmong tribe, saw the challenges local youth faced—many couldn’t finish school or find stable jobs. She wanted to change that. So, she started Sapa O’Chau, Vietnam’s first Hmong-owned homestay and trekking company, using tourism to give back. With support from volunteers, she launched the first Hmong-owned homestay, a socially conscious trekking service, and a boarding facility to help ethnic minority youth access education. Sapa O’Chau reinvests profits into scholarships, job opportunities, and training for locals, tackling systemic issues like illiteracy and economic instability. Every trek with them helps fund education, every homestay supports a local family.
Experience: 12 years
Speaks: Fluent English
Acceptance rate: 98%
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