Experiences

Give yourself a little time to look insight into this mountainous area and its Thai ethnic group in our complimentary workshops. Local artists will give you a hands-on lesson to make traditional crafts on your own.

Every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, in two time slots: 14:00 - 15:00 & 15:00 - 16:00
Maximum Guests: 8 (Ages 6 and up) for Rattan Weaving & 4 (Ages 6 and up) for Thai Weaving

Location: Stilt House Museum

Please book 12 hours in advance

Let the soothing hums of singing bowls appease your turbulent mind. Relax and connect with your inner self while tuning in to the bowl's echoes and vibrations. A one-hour session of sound bathing in the tranquil environment of nature will restore your well-being.

Time: Every Tuesday and Saturday; English-speaking class 13:00 - 13:45, Vietnamese-speaking class 14:00 - 14:45

Maximum Guests: 6

Location: H’mong Cottage

Please book 12 hours in advance with complimentary classes, and 24 hours with private class (charges apply).

Have some fun time in the kitchen with the Little Chef session, where you all get down to prepping and cooking children-approved recipes, then comes the kids’ favourite part: munching on delicious creations!

Time: Sunday, in two time slots 13:00 - 14:30 & 15:00 - 16:30

Location: Stilt House Museum

Complimentary activity for 3 - 12 years old (need parents to join)

Please book 12 hours in advance

Get handy in the Ceramic workshop! With clay, colour and a touch of help from our artisan, the children will get an intro to pottery with much fun, creativity and a little (but not too much) mess!

As the summer sun casts the sky in a dreamy glow, the time has finally come for one of our favorite seasonal pastimes: Open-air cinema. Bean bag lazing, popcorn munching, and eyes gazing on the screen, make the most out of chilling evenings in Avana Retreat.

Time: 20:00 From Sunday to Thursday

Location: Grass field near Green Chili Restaurant

Join hands in the Thai Dance and immerse yourself in the sound of drums and panpipes. Let’s hold hands, dance to the rhythms, and light up the scene with beautiful culture!

Time: 20:00 every Friday and Saturday night

Location: The grass field near Green Chili Restaurant

The art of Batik is H’mong’s pride, with hand-loomed hemp, elaborate wax designs, and the signature indigo color. Learn the craft from native artisans in Stilt House Museum and end the workshop by bringing your masterpiece home.

- Complimentary workshop 

Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, in two time slots: 12:00 - 14:00 & 14:00 - 16:00

Maximum Guests: 8 (Ages 6 and up)

Book 12 hours in advance 

- Private workshop (charges apply) 

A deep insight into the processes of painting, dyeing, and wax removing 

Book 24 hours in advance 

A fun area specially customized for kids. We have set up several indoor games to keep little guests active, engaged and smiling, because a child’s laugh is simply one of the most beautiful sounds in this world. 

Time: 07:00 - 22:00

Location: Kid’s Club

Light up your senses in Avana Retreat's candle workshop. Custom your very own candle from the essential oil collection of traditional herbs, fruits and flowers. Finish the workshop by bringing your signature fragrance home.

Every day: 10:00 - 10:45
Maximum Guests: 8 (Ages 12 and up)

Location: Herbal room in Orchid Spa

Complimentary activities (1 time per stay). Please register 12 hours in advance.