Escape the grey of your daily routine and the noise of the world — it's possible. Explore a selection of trek ideas in South-East Asia. Rich and varied landscapes await you. Turquoise blue beaches, traditionally maintained rice paddies and dense, rarely visited forests. Check out the tropical gems selected below and let the magic of Asia guide you.
Treks around Luang Prabang in Laos
Northern Laos is little known. Yet it is full of riches, magnificent mountains and lush forests. Luang Prabang is known for its many Buddhist temples and monasteries. You'll discover virtually untouched wild nature. Come and trek in South-East Asia within the Phu Sang massif, also known as the Elephant Mountains. You'll be captivated by encounters with different ethnic groups and spectacular landscapes. You'll have the opportunity to share daily life with the locals by staying among them. Authenticity and a sense of adventure will be the watchwords of this trek!
The volcanoes of Indonesia
An active trek awaits you in Indonesia. It includes the ascent of various volcanoes, such as the one on Java for example. Other landscapes you'll be able to appreciate include rice paddies and forests. You won't be able to miss the beauty of the monasteries, particularly on the island of Java where the majestic Buddhist temple of Borobudur is located. The enchanting island of Bali will also be on the itinerary. You won't be able to resist its magnetic beauty and dazzling colours. You'll have two days to discover the beautiful rice paddies of Bali.
The great traverse of Bali
Discovering Bali on foot, crossing it along its trails, is the ultimate way to fully experience the magic of this island. It will awaken all your senses. You'll be immersed in the world of deities, your nostrils will savour the scent of incense. Let yourself be enchanted by mesmerising dances from another time. Present and past coexist. Balinese culture is embodied in its temples, its villages and the warm welcome its villagers and residents will offer you. Ascending the sacred volcano Agung is an absolute must.
The mountains of Tonkin in Vietnam
Come and discover the mountains of Tonkin in northern Vietnam. It's a rich and eye-opening experience. On your treks in South-East Asia, you'll be able to contemplate massifs such as the Phu Ta Ca, as well as beautiful terraced rice paddies and magnificent dense forests. You'll encounter numerous ethnic minorities (Tày, Dao…) who preserve their traditions and ways of life in villages sometimes tucked deep in the valleys. They will give you a very warm welcome. And the Bay of Halong will hold some truly unforgettable surprises.
The jungle and mountains of Luzon in the Philippines
A captivating and magical travel into the heart of the mountains and jungle: a fairly rare proposition among the South-East Asia trek ideas offered by mainstream tour operators, but one that is truly worth experiencing. The island of Luzon in the Philippines is home to Ifugao tribes, ancient warriors. They will take you to discover the terraced rice paddies they maintain with pride, carrying on the traditions of their ancestors. After this wonderfully varied scenery, you'll head to the fine sandy beaches of the Busuanga islands. Set off to explore the underwater world or take a pirogue ride.
3-day trek from Kalaw to Inle Lake in Myanmar
A multi-day trek from Kalaw to Inle Lake will take you through exceptional villages and give you the chance to meet ethnic minorities. It's an incredible place located in Myanmar. Forests, tea plantations and rice paddies will feature throughout the travel as you pass through the village of Pyin Thar. Along the way, you'll discover different villages and have the opportunity to spend the night in the magnificent wooden Htee Thein monastery. You'll be dazzled by the ancient 16th-century pagodas and their markets. This trek through this part of South-East Asia will leave you with an incredible memory.
South-East Asia is full of magnificent sites. The trek ideas in Asia presented here invite you to discover it in depth, to immerse yourself in the culture of the villagers, to mingle with them and understand their traditions. They will welcome you warmly. Your treks will leave you with wonderful memories, from the landscapes you take in to the people you meet. Don't wait any longer — look among traditional trek operators worldwide for those offering similar itineraries and go live this unforgettable experience.
Our exotic selection: 6 South-East Asia trek ideas
Treks around Luang Prabang in Laos
Northern Laos is little known. Yet it is full of riches, magnificent mountains and lush forests. Luang Prabang is known for its many Buddhist temples and monasteries. You'll discover virtually untouched wild nature. Come and trek in South-East Asia within the Phu Sang massif, also known as the Elephant Mountains. You'll be captivated by encounters with different ethnic groups and spectacular landscapes. You'll have the opportunity to share daily life with the locals by staying among them. Authenticity and a sense of adventure will be the watchwords of this trek!
The volcanoes of Indonesia
An active trek awaits you in Indonesia. It includes the ascent of various volcanoes, such as the one on Java for example. Other landscapes you'll be able to appreciate include rice paddies and forests. You won't be able to miss the beauty of the monasteries, particularly on the island of Java where the majestic Buddhist temple of Borobudur is located. The enchanting island of Bali will also be on the itinerary. You won't be able to resist its magnetic beauty and dazzling colours. You'll have two days to discover the beautiful rice paddies of Bali.
The great traverse of Bali
Discovering Bali on foot, crossing it along its trails, is the ultimate way to fully experience the magic of this island. It will awaken all your senses. You'll be immersed in the world of deities, your nostrils will savour the scent of incense. Let yourself be enchanted by mesmerising dances from another time. Present and past coexist. Balinese culture is embodied in its temples, its villages and the warm welcome its villagers and residents will offer you. Ascending the sacred volcano Agung is an absolute must.
The mountains of Tonkin in Vietnam
Come and discover the mountains of Tonkin in northern Vietnam. It's a rich and eye-opening experience. On your treks in South-East Asia, you'll be able to contemplate massifs such as the Phu Ta Ca, as well as beautiful terraced rice paddies and magnificent dense forests. You'll encounter numerous ethnic minorities (Tày, Dao…) who preserve their traditions and ways of life in villages sometimes tucked deep in the valleys. They will give you a very warm welcome. And the Bay of Halong will hold some truly unforgettable surprises.
The jungle and mountains of Luzon in the Philippines
A captivating and magical travel into the heart of the mountains and jungle: a fairly rare proposition among the South-East Asia trek ideas offered by mainstream tour operators, but one that is truly worth experiencing. The island of Luzon in the Philippines is home to Ifugao tribes, ancient warriors. They will take you to discover the terraced rice paddies they maintain with pride, carrying on the traditions of their ancestors. After this wonderfully varied scenery, you'll head to the fine sandy beaches of the Busuanga islands. Set off to explore the underwater world or take a pirogue ride.
3-day trek from Kalaw to Inle Lake in Myanmar
A multi-day trek from Kalaw to Inle Lake will take you through exceptional villages and give you the chance to meet ethnic minorities. It's an incredible place located in Myanmar. Forests, tea plantations and rice paddies will feature throughout the travel as you pass through the village of Pyin Thar. Along the way, you'll discover different villages and have the opportunity to spend the night in the magnificent wooden Htee Thein monastery. You'll be dazzled by the ancient 16th-century pagodas and their markets. This trek through this part of South-East Asia will leave you with an incredible memory.
South-East Asia is full of magnificent sites. The trek ideas in Asia presented here invite you to discover it in depth, to immerse yourself in the culture of the villagers, to mingle with them and understand their traditions. They will welcome you warmly. Your treks will leave you with wonderful memories, from the landscapes you take in to the people you meet. Don't wait any longer — look among traditional trek operators worldwide for those offering similar itineraries and go live this unforgettable experience.
