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ChrZap1703
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Hi All !
I'm going to Vietnam in a couple of days and I'll spend the first two weeks travelling the country with a mate, but for the last week, I plan to go to Sapa for some trekking. I took a look at various companies offering virtually all the same trek around the villages, but now I came across ET Pumpkin, which also offer treks up to Mount Fansipan. Doing this seems really tempting, I just thought maybe some people who have done Fansipan could give me some advice on how challenging it actually is. I did the West Highland Way and the Great Glen Way in Scotland last year and did quite fine.
And, while i'm on the topic: Anybody else who would like to join me for some trekking in Sapa ? I'll be in Hanoi from April 3rd and stay in Vietnam til the 11th.
#1 Posted: 16/3/2009 - 20:00
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Fansipan is not challenging at all, just keep its easy as trekking/walking up & down hills. Fansipan “Climbing” does not demand high technical skills of the climbers, but a certain level of fitness and endurance is essential. It has 2 routes: one takes 3days, one takes 4days (or it is possible to be do with 2 days if you are in good physical shape). Of cause you have to hire guide, porters
The trekking day: A typical trekking day start at about 8am after breakfast. And finish at about 3pm.
What to bring:
Trekking boot or Gaiter (Waterproof and breathable gaiter, used for jungle trek, because u have to cross some streams), sun block, hat, anti-insect repellent, warm clothes, rain coat, toiletries, original passport, headlight (or torch), water bottle, your own Sleeping bag (sleeping bags from travel agent are ..???.. smell disgusting. I thought so many people used…and they no be washed)...
if u need more information, glad sending to my mail: trailwalker84@live.com
#2 Posted: 16/3/2009 - 21:08
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Hi all,
I have just done it yesterday in one day
Start 6 am for 9 hours
If you are in good shape you do it in one day
If not, in 2 days
You can contact my guide
sansp88@hotmail.com
Mickael
#3 Posted: 30/3/2009 - 09:56
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The challenge is resisting the urge to call it fancipants.
#4 Posted: 30/3/2009 - 19:15