A Day Among The Hill Tribes
Discover a hidden gem in Northern Thailand. Cozily nestled amid hills and verdant valleys, Lanjia Lodge offers insights into the lives of local hill tribes and life on the Mekong River. Begin your day at the Lanjia Lodge with a refreshing herbal drink made with local produce. Afterwards, a short documentary introduces you to the culture and traditions of the Hmong and Lahu tribes of the area as well as to famous local residents – the giant catfish known as Pla Buek, which is also the world’s largest freshwater fish. Armed with new insights, visit the native villages and stop for tea at the house of a local shaman. Here you will learn about Hmong rituals, including the importance of the fireplace and other interesting tidbits. Lunch is served on an open terrace that overlooks the Golden Triangle and the river. After you have had your fill, meet local ladies to learn how batik printed handkerchiefs are produced. Alternatively, you could also learn more about setting animal traps. In the evening, feast on a delicious dinner while you watch a traditional performance. On the next day after breakfast, your chauffeur and guide will take you to your next destination. (Full Day; Private Activity & Transfers; Please bring comfortable walking shoes).
A Walk To Remember At Lanjia
Unearth hidden cultural delights by the meandering Mekong! The eco-friendly Lanjia Lodge in Chiang Khong offers the ideal opportunity to acquaint yourself with local life and customs. Upon your arrival at the lodge, refresh yourself with locally produced fresh herbal juice. Right afterwards, a short presentation offers introduction into the local Lahu and Hmong tribal life, the famed Golden Triangle area of the Mekong. This is your chance to learn about a well-known local resident, Pla Buek, which is the world’s largest freshwater fish. You will also discover the intricacies of life on the Mekong and the local tribes who depend on the river for their livelihood. Armed with this information, set out for a tour of the tribal villages, and stop for tea at the house of a local shaman where you can learn about local rituals. An al fresco lunch awaits on a open terrace overlooking Laos. Afterwards, witness firsthand how the ladies make batik printed handkerchiefs or learn how animal traps are made. Dinner is accompanied by traditional local entertainment. On your second day, set out on an uphill walk toward a Lahu settlement, where you will observe the everyday life of locals and farmers preparing and setting out for a day at the farmlands. With the river on your right, the trail offers panoramic views of the valleys, and takes you past plantations and fields dotted with tiny settlements. On the way, stop to pay your respects at the verdant Hmong burial ground and continue on to see rice paddies. The trail circles back to your accommodation through the other side of the hill, offering beautiful views of the landscape. Once you return, you chauffeur and guide will be waiting to take you to your next destination. (Full Day; Private Activity & Transfers; Please bring comfortable walking shoes).
