I've been in the Sapa area for nine years and find that the best approach to trekking and staying in the area is to never book ahead at a hotel or agency in Hanoi, where they will charge three or four times the real cost and where they will pay close to nothing to the ethnic minirities who do the work. Come on a bus to Sapa and you will be greeted by Hmong women who will immediately take you on a trek to their village while their husbands will bring any luggage you don't want to carry to their home by motorbike. Lately several Hmong have gotten online, so you can actually book a stay this way, but make sure it is a real Hmong and not some Hanoian faking it.
Hi Paul. Great to hear your comment. You are right, everybody can book a tour or homestay before coming but make sure they are the local people in Sapa. Not in Hanoi (Vietnamese) - At Trekking Tour Sapa we are 100% local living in Sapa (Not like some Vietnamese company-own said they are Hmong but that's not true).
@@jayashreeshenoy1166 Dear friend That's completely possible. If you want to rent a taxi to visit Sapa locations and Sapa villages, you can contact us through the information in the description.
I don't think we make mistakes when we visit Sapa , we are learning new experiences No buddy was born knowing Sapa 100% , there is no rules on how to go to a new country , you just go and learn .
Always bring little gifts for the kiddos, something packable and doesn’t take much space, like small viles of bubbles, coloring pencils or crayons, pens. I find these at the night market, or the ‘tap hoa’ stores in Hanoi b4 I set out on my trips to Ha Giang. Sapa is next on my list.
#one more: don't give money to the kids in SAPA. It's a scam, their parents are right there forcing them to walk barefoot with a baby on their back. It's shameful, do not entertain them.
I have traveled all over the world, and Sapa is the most memorable place. Completely beautiful in an other-worldly sense. Even ignoring the hikes, just looking down the valley gives you a sense of completeness...you've seen what our planet has to offer.
Hi Sinh, appreciate your suggestions, i wanner go hiking Fansipan in the middle of May 2024, would u help me to share more detail information how to achieve it. I am living in Bac Giang, looking forward your feedback
Foreigners must have a Vietnamese drivers license to drive a moto, and also have insurance for the moto, if not you will be liable for any accidents -your fault or not. Also, Vietnam is an extremely dangerous country to travel in and you should have your own insurance that pays IMMEDIATELY or immediate access to $5,000. You will only be received by a hospital, but no live saving care given if they do not have payment or down-payment first. Also need vaccinations for typhoid, hepatitis etc here.
Yes, of course. This is video I made. Come from June - July if you want to see the green rice fields. However, if you want to see the golden rice fields, you should arrive between August and September.
I've been in the Sapa area for nine years and find that the best approach to trekking and staying in the area is to never book ahead at a hotel or agency in Hanoi, where they will charge three or four times the real cost and where they will pay close to nothing to the ethnic minirities who do the work. Come on a bus to Sapa and you will be greeted by Hmong women who will immediately take you on a trek to their village while their husbands will bring any luggage you don't want to carry to their home by motorbike. Lately several Hmong have gotten online, so you can actually book a stay this way, but make sure it is a real Hmong and not some Hanoian faking it.
Thanks for the tips, Paul. I'm planning a trip there early 2024. This is very helpful! How long do you suggest someone go there for?
Hi Paul. Great to hear your comment. You are right, everybody can book a tour or homestay before coming but make sure they are the local people in Sapa. Not in Hanoi (Vietnamese) - At Trekking Tour Sapa we are 100% local living in Sapa (Not like some Vietnamese company-own said they are Hmong but that's not true).
@@BluffyMoo. As Sapa has many great places to visit, I recommend hiking about 2 - 3 days, which is enough time to explore Sapa's beautiful scenery.
Is Sapa recommended ( in November)for people who cannot Trek but still want to see around? Can a taxi take us around for the same?
@@jayashreeshenoy1166 Dear friend
That's completely possible.
If you want to rent a taxi to visit Sapa locations and Sapa villages, you can contact us through the information in the description.
I don't think we make mistakes when we visit Sapa , we are learning new experiences
No buddy was born knowing Sapa 100% , there is no rules on how to go to a new country , you just go and learn .
Always bring little gifts for the kiddos, something packable and doesn’t take much space, like small viles of bubbles, coloring pencils or crayons, pens. I find these at the night market, or the ‘tap hoa’ stores in Hanoi b4 I set out on my trips to Ha Giang. Sapa is next on my list.
That's actually a good thing. Thank You So Much
#one more: don't give money to the kids in SAPA. It's a scam, their parents are right there forcing them to walk barefoot with a baby on their back. It's shameful, do not entertain them.
Yes, I have that in another video
Here: ua-cam.com/video/fKFfIn705_U/v-deo.html
I was there exactly when the weather was very cold (couple of weeks ago). 6 celcius in the morning and a lot of fog!
I have traveled all over the world, and Sapa is the most memorable place. Completely beautiful in an other-worldly sense. Even ignoring the hikes, just looking down the valley gives you a sense of completeness...you've seen what our planet has to offer.
Do you have any recommendations for trekking guide?
Yes. We are a team of local guide in Sapa. Please contact us by WhatsApp +84886766031 or info@trekkingtoursapa.com
Hi Sinh, appreciate your suggestions, i wanner go hiking Fansipan in the middle of May 2024, would u help me to share more detail information how to achieve it. I am living in Bac Giang, looking forward your feedback
How about in December? Is it good to visit sapa that month? Thank you.especialy for hiking.
How to contact local guide (Hmong women)? are you a local tour guide? please let us know we are planning family to to sapa.
Where can i book tourguide?
I had a beautiful view from the kk hotel. But the mist spoiled it hahaha!
Very very good 👍
Thank you for this information, brilliant
Thank you guys, your channel Is very helpful
is that a weed field at 1:35?
It's the Hemp, Hmong's Hemp
the Hmong hemp plant, used to make fabric and shirts
Geeat video. Thank you 😎👍
Foreigners must have a Vietnamese drivers license to drive a moto, and also have insurance for the moto, if not you will be liable for any accidents -your fault or not. Also, Vietnam is an extremely dangerous country to travel in and you should have your own insurance that pays IMMEDIATELY or immediate access to $5,000. You will only be received by a hospital, but no live saving care given if they do not have payment or down-payment first. Also need vaccinations for typhoid, hepatitis etc here.
What time of the years is best for visiting sapa ? Do you think the end of novembet will be OK ?
The end of November is also the ideal time to go trekking in Sapa. But please check the weather forecast in Sapa 3 days before your arrival.
Everything is very green and beautiful in the video. Did you video this? If so, what month were the videos taken?
Yes, of course. This is video I made. Come from June - July if you want to see the green rice fields. However, if you want to see the golden rice fields, you should arrive between August and September.
Thank you.
@@shulongNmor You are welcome
My wife and I are planning a trip to Northern Vietnam next Summer. We will be in touch with you then.
You live in Sapa? Are you Hmong or Vietnamese?