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Cat Cat Village Trek: Black Hmong Culture
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21 Ratings
Sa Pa
Cat Cat Village, the nearest village to Sapa, is a favored trekking spot for those wishing to immerse themselves in the unique culture and traditions of the Black Hmong tribe. Situated in Vietnam’s Muong Hoa Valley, at the foot of Fansipan Mountain, Cat Cat Village is renowned for its breathtaking views of terraced fields, rolling hills, and waterfalls.
Cat Cat Village, the nearest village to Sapa, is a favored trekking spot for those wishing to immerse themselves in the unique culture and traditions of the Black Hmong tribe. Situated in Vietnam’s Muong Hoa Valley, at the foot of Fansipan Mountain, Cat Cat Village is renowned for its breathtaking views of terraced fields, rolling hills, and waterfalls.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Cat Cat Village - Begin your journey from your hotel in Sapa town with a short walk of approximately 1.5 km to the entrance of Cat Cat Village. This village is home to the Black H’mong ethnic community and is nestled near the base of a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan Mountain Peak. A local guide will introduce you to the daily life and…
- Cat Cat Village - Begin your journey from your hotel in Sapa town with a short walk of approximately 1.5 km to the entrance of Cat Cat Village. This village is home to the Black H’mong ethnic community and is nestled near the base of a deep valley at the foot of Fansipan Mountain Peak. A local guide will introduce you to the daily life and activities of the residents. Enjoy a trek down to the valley’s base to visit the waterfall, where the French constructed a Hydraulic Power Station. Take a moment to capture photos of the bridge and waterfall. Afterward, ascend the hill where a van will be waiting to transport you back to your hotel in Sapa town.
The trek covers a distance of about 2.5 km and takes approximately 2 hours. Return to your hotel in Sapa Town by car or van. The trip concludes here.
What's Included
- English speaking local guide in Sapa
- Car or van transport from Cat Cat village back to Sapa town
- Admission to attractions
- English speaking local guide in Sapa
- Car or van transport from Cat Cat village back to Sapa town
- Admission to attractions
What's Not Included
- Beverages, travel insurance, personal expenses
- Others not clearly mentioned above
- Beverages, travel insurance, personal expenses
- Others not clearly mentioned above
Location
Notre Dame Cathedral
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(21 Ratings)
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911tillerf
Sep 23, 2025
Knowledgeable tour guide - I really enjoyed the tour to Cat Cat village. The tour guide was very knowledgeable about the ethnic culture, explaining the customs and daily life of the Black Hmong people. The transportation was convenient, the rice fields looked amazing, and the local homestays were very friendly.
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Quest65908531018
Aug 28, 2025
Worthwhile - This half-day tour offered us a wealth of cultural and scenic experiences in just about two hours of walking. Our guide introduced us to local customs, crafts and history at each stop. Terraced fields, waterfalls and water wheels surrounded the serene mountain scenery. Despite being popular with tourists, our guide made sure we didn’t feel rushed. Puppet performances and village architecture added to the ethnic charm.It was well worth the trip.
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Trestonp2024
Aug 23, 2025
A great trip - The guide led the small group with ease, sharing anecdotes about daily life and village cultural activities. The terrain included wooden platforms, steep stairs and bamboo bridges over streams. At the waterfall, we stopped to take photos and watch a very authentic and informative dance show. All return trips were in air-conditioned vehicles, making the journey easy.
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939elveras
Aug 21, 2025
Professional Guide - We appreciated the professional English-speaking guide who showed us local plants and described the Hmong heritage, weaving, and history at each stop. The hike included rocky paths and steep stone steps down—watch your step! Waterfalls and three small water mills added to the atmosphere. The hike felt well-paced, informative, and visually rewarding.
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Wander09402620813
Aug 20, 2025
Excellent. - Our guide Lily (or Sung on some tours) was warm, friendly and clever in avoiding upsells. She assisted the local costume team and explained the daily life of the Hmong people. The walk through the flower gardens, streams and cottages was really interesting. Highlights included waterfalls, bridges and cultural performances. A compact tour but rich in culture.
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633jarrettv
Aug 12, 2025
Worth the trip - From pick up in Sapa to drop off, the guide was attentive and informative, managing a small group for more personalised advice. The downhill trek offered stunning views of the rice terraces and villages. History came alive at Cat Cat waterfall and the power plant. Despite some commercialisation, the views, bridges and dance performances made the trip worthwhile.
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Global66173239619
Aug 8, 2025
Excellent guide - Our guide made the half-day experience a real treat: explaining the Hmong weaving traditions, the legend of the waterfall and local rituals. The route took us past terraced fields and charming wooden houses. We enjoyed watching the waterwheels gently turning in the stream and crossing rustic rope bridges. The daylight perfectly framed the lush green mountains. A refreshing feeling after the busy days in Sapa town.
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Rex
Jul 31, 2025
Our awesome Hmong tour guide, Dao - Our tour guide, Dao, is awesome. She is warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable. She took very good care of us thru Cat Cat Village. And her command of English is excellent. We felt like family when she explained her Hmong culture to us.
She is a godsend ❤️
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R4247xaannab
Jul 26, 2025
The guide was great - the guide was great, very welcoming and full of background information about the village, rivers and waterfalls. We walked over bamboo suspension bridges, flower gardens and experienced living with the locals selling handicrafts without feeling constrained. There was a short dance performance with music and traditional costumes. A short, beautiful walk with opportunities to learn about the culture and take photos
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G5018wdkevine
Jul 26, 2025
Highly recommended great trip - The guides spoke excellent English and were good communicators. Our trip moved at a comfortable pace, sharing stories about village life and local crafts. We passed a French-built hydroelectric plant and admired the majestic Tien Waterfall on stone steps. The path was steep at times but still easy to walk. The views of the valley, bridges and waterwheels were spectacular.
Highly recommended great trip
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