Bamboo rafting in Pu Luong: Villages, silk weaving & waterfall

Lunch arrives on the raft while you drift past rice paddies and limestone cliffs.

A full-day guided tour in Pu Luong Nature Reserve combines village trekking, traditional silk weaving, a 4km trek to Cham Stream, and bamboo rafting with lunch on the water, followed by either a waterfall swim or a cave visit depending on weather and season. Hotel pickup is included. The guide speaks English. Small group and private options are available at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Pu Luong Village Trekking and Rafting

• Pick up at hotel
• Visit Lan Village and silk weaving
• Explore Chieng Lau Village and waterwheels
• Trek 4km to Cham Stream
• Experience local hospitality at traditional house
• Bamboo rafting on Cham Stream
• Lunch on bamboo raft
• Afternoon visit to Hieu Waterfall or Kho Muong Village and Bat Cave
• Return to lodge by 4:00 PM

The experience

The day starts at 8:30 with pickup from your hotel. Your guide takes you through rice fields and mountains to Lan Village, where you watch silk being made from cocoon to finished cloth and try weaving a piece yourself. From there you move to Chieng Lau Village to see traditional farming and the old waterwheels still in use, then set out on a 4km trek from Chieng Lau down to Cham Stream. The walk passes through a local household where you stop for tea and conversation, and by 10:45 you're on the bamboo raft.

The rafting stretch floats you through forest, rice paddies and small villages at a pace that lets you take it in. At 11:30 lunch arrives on the raft itself. A full meal served while you're still on the water. Bring a swimsuit if the weather is warm. You'll have time to swim. The afternoon splits into two options depending on conditions and season: either a swim and rest at Hieu Waterfall, surrounded by forest, or a trek through Kho Muong village combined with a visit to Bat Cave, known for its limestone formations. You're back at your lodge by 4:00 PM.

An English-speaking local guide leads the whole day. The tour includes the entrance fee to Pu Luong Nature Reserve, bottled water throughout, and air-conditioned transport to and from your hotel. Small group departures run regularly. Private tours are also available if you want to book just for your party.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• English-speaking local guide for the full day.
• entrance fee to Pu Luong Nature Reserve.
• a 4km trek through villages and farmland.
• silk-weaving demonstration and your own attempt at the loom.
• bamboo rafting on Cham Stream.
• lunch served on the raft.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• and either a waterfall swim or a cave visit in the afternoon depending on conditions.

Options for this experience

2 options

Small Group TourGuide in English · 08:00Includes pickup

Private TourGuide in English · 08:00Includes pickup

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (10 to 90 years) · Youth (5 to 9 years) · Child (under 5)

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 33 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Divi Travel

Is this one for you?Small group tours work well if you're comfortable meeting other travelers and want a set schedule. Private tours suit groups who prefer their own pace and guide. Either way, the fixed itinerary means all three main activities (trekking, silk weaving, and rafting) fit into a single day without backtracking.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (5 to 9 years); Child (under 5).

What's the difference between the small group and private tour options?

Small group tours run on set dates with other travelers. Private tours are booked for your group alone. Both follow the same itinerary and include the same guide, meals and transport.

Can I choose between the waterfall and the cave, or does the operator decide?

The operator chooses based on weather, season and conditions on the day. Both Hieu Waterfall and Kho Muong with Bat Cave are full afternoon experiences, so you get one or the other, not both.

Is the bamboo raft safe for non-swimmers?

The rafting is a gentle float through calm water. You stay on the raft for the meal and can swim afterward if you choose. The guide will brief you on safety before you board.

What time does the tour end and how do I get back to my hotel?

You return to your lodge in Pu Luong by 4:00 PM. If your accommodation is outside the reserve, confirm the return point with the operator when you book.

Do I need to bring anything special for the rafting?

Bring a swimsuit and towel if the weather looks warm. The guide will remind you at pickup. Water shoes or sandals that can get wet are useful for the trek and the raft.

How difficult is the 4km trek from Chieng Lau to Cham Stream?

The trek is scenic and passes through villages and farmland. It's suitable for all fitness levels according to the operator. The pace is steady but not strenuous, with a stop at a local house along the way.