Authentic Educational Journeys Through Nature, Culture & Community

7-Day Student Trip, Travel and Volunteer Program Ecology Experience

07 Day
PROGRAM PURPOSE

We happy to be with you As part of your 7-Day summer trip & Volunteering in Dak Lak – Viet Nam central highland 💚
We would like to invite you join this journey with the hope you will experience the authentic, off-the-beaten-path, and raw side of Dak Lak in meaningful connections.
By joining this experience, you’ll not only discover the beauty of Vietnam’s Central Highlands, but also can make a positive impact to supporting local communities, preserving culture, protecting the environment and promote eco-community-based tourism in Đắk Lắk,

So enjoyable, be creative, have fun, tell us your story and sharing your moments and to be a Dak Lak Eco-Tourism Ambassador

Thank you for be part of the movement for foster meaningful connections and sustainable value for both travelers and communities, promoting personal growth and community well-being in Dak Lak, Vietnam 🇻🇳🌿💚

Program Schedule
Day 1 — Welcome & Introduction

Greentraveller Homestay, Buôn Ma Thuột

  • Arrival at Greentraveller Homestay
  • Meet & greet session
  • Dinner and check-in
  • Introduction to the program’s purpose, schedule, and volunteer activities

“Start the journey with open minds, new friendships, and positive energy.”

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Day 2 — Explore Tropical Rainforest

Chu Yang Sin National Park & Bim Bip Waterfall
(Approx. 50 km from Buôn Ma Thuột)

  • Move to Chu Yang Sin National Park
  • Trek Up (3 km) while conducting an eco-cleanup (collecting rubbish along the trail)
  • Swim and relax at the natural waterfall
  • Learn to make traditional bamboo rice (Cơm lam) and help to cook lunch with local people at the waterfall
  • Enjoy lunch together, socialise/interact with local people and forest rangers, and take in the scenery
  • Jungle Trek (1km)  Learn about the tropical rainforest, local flora and fauna, herbal  …
  • Teamwork and Discussion, sharing about tourism waste/Tropical rainforest
  • Trek back through the forest
  • Visit the nursery and plant trees

Back to hotel in Lak
Evening Reflection & Day 3 Prep

“Enjoy nature, respect the forest, and leave the place cleaner than you found it.”

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Day 3 — Agriculture & Community

Đắk Nuê Agriforest Farm & Đắk Phơi Village

Morning — Agriforest Farm, Đắk Nuê – Forest Farming, Eco-Agriculture Workshop & Cooking

  • Eco Farm & Rice Field Exploration, Experience sustainable farming methods 
  • Learn about the rice-growing/plants process, biodiversity, multi-layer farming, and soil health & recovery.
  • Hands-on activity with farmer: Sow rice seeds, create “seed bombs,” and throw them to help restore the green canopy
  • Stories shared by local farmers, teamwork, topic discussion & sharing
  • Hands-on harvest fresh ingredients and prepare lunch
  • Prepare and enjoy lunch with the farmers

Afternoon — M’nông Village, Đắk Phơi – Village Exploration & Gala Preparation

  • Move to Dak Phơi Village, visit traditional stilt houses, and see local coffee and cacao farms.ms
  • Join an eco-cleanup (collecting rubbish), Tree planting, and an activity- interact with kids. 
  • Swim, relax, and enjoy free time at the village stream
  • Teamwork session and gala night set up

Evening Gala Night – Cultural Exchange & Heritage Performance

  • Experience traditional Gong music performances, learn local traditional dance + dance together
  • Present gifts to the children, announce daily results, and take a group farewell photo.

Back to the hotel in Lak – Reflection & Assessment.

“Support local farmers, learn sustainable living, and grow together with nature.”

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Day 4 — People, Elephants & Cultural Heritage

 Lak Lake
(Jun Village • Lê Village • Yang Tao Village • Herbal Farm)

  • Taking a stroll around Jun Village is deeply tied to elephant culture and the indigenous M’nong people. Learn directly from mahouts about the local connection and daily behaviours of these magnificent animals 
  • Participate in cultural workshops:
    • Traditional M’nông pottery-making using ancient non-turntable techniques
    • Brocade weaving workshops
  • Visit a herbal farm:
    • Harvest fresh herbs
    • Experience a herbal foot-soaking treatment
    • Make herbal tea with local farmers
    • Prepare and enjoy an organic dinner

Back to BMT City. Check in, unpack, and personal hygiene/rest. Night Reflection & Day 5 Preparation

“Every culture has a story — respect it, learn from it, and help keep it alive.”

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Day 5 — Mindfulness & Art Activity

Phương Thảo Meditation Centre, Buôn Ma Thuột

Morning Mindfulness & Temple Introduction
Move to the Meditation Temple

  • Introduction to Buddhist culture and temple life
  • Learn and practice Vipassana meditation techniques 
  • Connect through group discussions and engage in an insightful conversation/Q&A session with monks

Contribute to the temple community through hands-on activities: cleaning, cooking preparation, or gardening

Balanced lunch at the temple and midday rest

Afternoon:
Kids’ English club activity & Art Workshop (Bamboo – Conical Hat Painting)

  • Participate in a creative cultural workshop – designing and painting with the children
  • Interact with local children and facilitate an engaging English language
  • Explore the city at night:
    • Sightseeing
    • Local street food
    • Coffee and cultural exchange activities

“Take a break from busy life, enjoy the moment, and reconnect with yourself and others.”

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Day 6 — Dray Nur Waterfall & Êđê Culture

Dray Nur Waterfall & Kmrơng Prông B Village

Morning

  • Travel to Draynur Waterfall
    (self-paid activity fee)

Afternoon — Êđê Village Experience

  • Introduction to the Êđê culture and traditions
  • Learn about the importance of the community spring-water system
  • Visit local farms
  • Join hands-on preparation and cooking of traditional Êđê food
  • Dinner and cultural exchange with the local families

“Respect wildlife, protect nature, and choose travel experiences that care for animals and communities.”

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Day 7 — Farewell & Program Conclusion

Greentraveller Homestay, Buôn Ma Thuột

  • Teams prepare and decorate booths at Greentraveller
  • Learn how to make traditional Vietnamese phin coffee
  • Experience cacao-making activities
  • Open discussion and final experience-sharing session
  • Program reflection and final wrap-up

“Take home beautiful memories, new friendships, and inspiration to travel more responsibly.”

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Note
  • Activities may be adjusted depending on weather conditions and local circumstances.
  • These activities are designed for participants aged 14 to 24 years. For other age groups, the program and activities can be adjusted to ensure they are appropriate and suitable for participants.
INCLUSIVE ✅
  • Accommodation
  • Meal as per the program
  • Guide and support
  • Activity and entrance fees
  • Transportation
  • Pick-up and drop-off only in Buon Ma Thuot
EXCLUSIVE ❌
  • VAT
  • Personal expense
7-Day Student Trip, Travel and
Volunteer Program Ecology Experience
  • Group of 15 person: 8,600,000 VND per person

Contact us for a group inquiry and quote
“Group tour quotations may vary depending on the date and number of people, so the actual quotation will be confirmed after submitting an accurate quotation request”

Explore together. Learn together. Grow together