Long for a Sapa trekking adventure but not quite sure if you are up for it?
I know what you need. To gently ease into the experience, get a soft introduction to Sapa trails, take the calculated step into a well-worn path.
You need Cat Cat Village.
Signs are aplenty leading to Cat Cat Village, a designated tourist spot not far from Sapa town. It is a proper home to some families of the Hmong minority, where you could get a glimpse of their daily lives, though heavily marked with tourism activities, of course.
You need to pay an entrance fee of about US$2 or US$3 before entering the village. I was told that you need to always have your ticket in place, for you may be stopped at random spots by inspectors who may demand a look at your ticket.
Going around Cat Cat Village takes about 2 to 3 hours. For most parts, the stone path is well maintained, just watch your step during rainy weather. There are some spectacular views to behold, souvenirs to be bought (though a lot of them are mass made and imported from China), snacks to be had.
Good easy way to spend a few hours before heading to Mt. Fansipan.
Next: Fansipan via the cable car.
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