Experiences

Backdropped by mountain landscapes, Avana is a luxury retreat from which guests can plan a wide range of adventures and experiences.

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Awesome Mountain Activities

Discover the beautiful Mai Chau with activities centered around the retreat. Our dedicated team will assist to tailor an ideal vacation whether around cultural exploration or simply a relaxing time in the calmness of nature.

Little Chef

Little Chef

It's cooking time!

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

Pung Waterfall

Pung Waterfall

In the verdant jungle of primal canopies, a waterfall runs throughout the retreat, like a nature heartbeat, giving life to all things.

In the verdant jungle of primal canopies, a waterfall runs throughout the retreat, like a nature heartbeat, giving life to all things. By day, the waterfall welcomes visitors with all its sunshine miracles. And by night, the waterfall composes an ode of romance for a special time of love.

Please book 24 hours in advance for private dining.

(charges apply)

Ceramic Workshop

Ceramic Workshop

Grasp the intro to pottery the fun way!

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!

Time: Saturday, in two time slots 12:30 - 14:30 & 15:00 - 17:00
Location: Stilt House Museum
Complimentary activity for 3 - 12 years old (need parents to join)

Please book 12 hours in advance

Outdoor Cinema

Outdoor Cinema

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.

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

Kayak Escape

Kayak Escape

Splash your paddles, drift through the waves, discover the beauty of Hoa Binh Lake, and enjoy a sense of tranquility in the midst of untouched nature.

Splash your paddles, drift through the waves, discover the beauty of Hoa Binh Lake, and enjoy a sense of tranquility in the midst of untouched nature.

Must be booked 24 hours in advance.

(charges apply)

Outdoor Playground

Outdoor Playground

Have hours of fun in the garden with slides and swings and ensure your children's safety and freedom of play in every way

Have hours of fun in the garden with slides and swings and ensure your children's safety and freedom of play in every way!

Location: Kid's Club

Parcheesi

Parcheesi

Get the little ones engaged in an easy, fun and classic board game. Gather the young fellas and let the dice race begins!

Get the little ones engaged in an easy, fun and classic board game. Gather the young fellas and let the dice race begins!

Location: Kid's Club

Full-day Trekking Tour

Full-day Trekking Tour

This lovely walk is suitable for explorers who are into a restful time while enjoying some of the most serene countryside scenery.

Known for its image of low valleys and peaceful rural landscapes, H’mong Village Trek and Adventure Trek offer you a completely new experience, making it worthy of being considered an iconic trek route in Mai Châu. We will take you to the mountain peak to embrace the vast natural scenery and enjoy the ultimate sense of freedom with grass under your feet and sunshine above your head.

You can also choose another journey to visit beautiful villages, chat with the locals, and learn about the simple life of Mai Châu through the Thai Village Trek.

Must be booked 24 hours in advance. 

(charges apply)

Cooking With Chef

Cooking With Chef

Enjoying your time in the kitchen, cooking up local foods to feast on at lunchtime

The Northwest's culinary splendor awaits for you to explore. Prepare local dishes with Avana’s Chef and have a taste of your creation for lunch.

Please book 24 hours in advance.

(charges apply)