Sapa: Cat Cat Village

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.

Sapa, Cat Cat Village - entrance

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.

Sapa, Cat Cat Village - path

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.

Sapa, Cat Cat Village - view

Sapa, Cat Cat Village - rice fields

Sapa, Cat Cat Village - pigs

Sapa, Cat Cat Village - souvenir shops

Sapa, Cat Cat Village - toddlers

Sapa, Cat Cat Village - toddlers in shop

Sapa, Cat Cat Village - cute toddlers

Sapa, Cat Cat Village - boys

Sapa, Cat Cat Village - grilling meats

Sapa, Cat Cat Village - grilling corn

Sapa, Cat Cat Village - grilled pigeon

Sapa, Cat Cat Village - waterfall

Good easy way to spend a few hours before heading to Mt. Fansipan.

Next: Fansipan via the cable car.

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