Published on Dec, 2024
Reason 1: Expert Guide and Porters
The 2D1N trek from Tram Ton pass (1800m) to Fansipan Summit (3143m) presents a challenging terrain for my group of 9 ranging from 13yo to 56yo, but all of us reached the summit with the expert guidance and support from trekking guide, Mr Chay, and four porters.
Reason 2: Exclusive Views
Apart from enjoying the challenge and achievement of the trek, other compelling reasons to join an overnight trek over taking the cable car are: overnight trekkers 1) have the summit all to yourselves before the cable car crowd streams in from 8:00am. 2) get to enjoy the sunset view near/at base camp 3) get to be mesmerised by the sunrise view at the summit.
Reason 3: Responsive to Needs
And Sapa Original Trek is the team to trek with. Not only were we ably supported by Guide Mr Chay and the four porters, we were also provided with excellent support and advice from Mr Tinh, who was patient and comprehensive in his response to our questions. He supported us pre-, during, and post-trek to ensure that any questions and concerns were addressed in a timely way. He also flexibly arranged for our group to have the option for some of us to descend via cable car and some to trek down, with both groups having transport back to our hotel arranged.
Reason 4: Sumptuous Meals
The 2 lunches, 1 dinner and 1 breakfast served by Mr Chay and the porters surpassed our expectation! It was a great spread of 1) pork and egg banh mi and fruits for lunches; 2) 1 bean curd, 2 meat, and 3 vegetable dishes for dinner; 3) chicken pho for breakfast.
Thank you, Mr Tinh, Mr Chay and our team of porters. The 2D1N have been memorable!