Vietnam Off-Road CME Adventure
Feb 22 – March 8, 2026

Ride the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail while earning up to 14 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits in one of the most immersive wilderness medicine experiences in the world.

This 14-night, cross-border off-road expedition takes you from Hanoi remote Vietnam deep into Laos back to Vietnam Hoi An, combining demanding dirt bike riding, austere medical education, and cultural immersion along one of history’s most iconic routes.

Designed for high-intermediate to expert off-road riders, this course blends 75% off-road / 25% on-road riding, daily hands-on wilderness medicine education, and full logistical support — all while traveling through jungles, river crossings, mountain villages, and historic war sites rarely seen by tourists.

Participants ride Honda 250cc dirt bikes with experienced local guides and a follow van, while the Wild Med Adventures faculty delivers CME curriculum in real-world, austere environments — exactly where these skills matter most.

This is not a sightseeing tour.
This is a physically demanding, high-reward expedition for those who want to push themselves, build lasting friendships, and earn CME while doing something unforgettable.

If you’ve been looking for a CME experience that feels less like a conference — and more like a true adventure — this is it.

This expedition is designed for individuals who are comfortable in challenging environments, enjoy long days on the bike, and want to learn wilderness medicine in real-world conditions.

This is a tight-knit, small-group experience built around mutual respect, shared effort, and teamwork. Participants often form lasting friendships and return for future expeditions.

If you value challenge, camaraderie, and learning by doing — you’ll fit right in.

This is not a tour — it’s a full-on adventure.

Over 12 days of riding, you’ll tackle remote sections of the Ho Chi Minh Trail across Vietnam and Laos, navigating jungle tracks, mountain roads, river crossings, and historic war zones rarely seen by outsiders. Riding days are long, the terrain is varied, and every day brings something different.

You’ll ride Honda 250cc dirt bikes with experienced local guides and a support van, spending roughly 75% off-road and 25% on-road. Evenings are spent unwinding in guesthouses and homestays, sharing meals, stories, and laughs with a group that quickly feels like family.

You’ll follow original sections of the Ho Chi Minh Trail, passing bomb craters, jungle-covered battle sites, and remote villages where history is still part of daily life. It’s immersive, eye-opening, and unforgettable — the kind of riding that sticks with you long after the trip ends.

Wilderness medicine education is woven naturally into the journey. Wild Med Adventures faculty deliver hands-on, practical CME sessions focused on real injuries and real decision-making — taught in the same environments where these skills matter most.

The balance keeps things challenging, fun, and sustainable across the entire expedition.

Yes, you’ll earn CME credits — but more importantly, you’ll leave having:

This is the kind of trip people come back from saying:

“When can we do the next one?”

14 Nights / 12 Days of Riding
Vietnam Laos Vietnam

This expedition follows remote sections of the Ho Chi Minh Trail, blending challenging off-road riding, cultural immersion, and wilderness medicine education across Vietnam and Laos.

Hanoi

Hanoi Pu Luong Laos Border Xam Nua

Xam Nua Plain of Jars Vieng Thong Nongchan

Nongchan Xepon

Xepon Ta Oi Mouang Nong Sekong

Sekong Vietnam Border Ngoc Hoi

Ngoc Hoi Hoi An

Hoi An

After booking, all participants receive a comprehensive pre-trip guide including visa instructions, packing list, riding gear recommendations, insurance requirements, arrival logistics, and important timelines. All in a single, straight forward checklist.

You will not need to figure this out on your own.

Participants are responsible for booking their own flights. Airport transfers are provided at two designated arrival times on Day 1.

Delegates should be vaccinated appropriately - Please see CDC recommendations for visiting, click here.

Trip preparation resources:

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

    •    ACCME Statement: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of the Wilderness Medical Society and Wild Med Adventures, LLC. The Wilderness Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    •    The Wilderness Medical Society designates this educational activity for a maximum of 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM. Each physician should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

    •    All educational content presented in this activity has been reviewed and validated as appropriate in keeping with sound scientific principles.

Ben Mattingly, FAWM, MD

Educational instruction is provided by the Wild Med Adventures faculty, who are responsible solely for the medical education and CME components of this course.

All riding logistics, route planning, and on-trail leadership are provided by We Ride Vietnam, an experienced local guiding operation. Wild Med Adventures faculty are not riding guides and are not responsible for riding safety, route conditions, or equipment use.

Participants are responsible for their own riding decisions, personal safety, and appropriate use of gear at all times.

Instructors and faculty may change based on availability.

Full payment is due 90 days prior to the course start date.
A $500 late fee will be added for payments received after this deadline, or your spot may be forfeited.

Participants must carry:

Trip insurance is strongly recommended to cover delays, missed flights, weather interruptions, or trip disruption.

Rescue insurance is required. We recommend Global Rescue, or an equivalent provider.

Participation in this expedition involves off-road motorcycling and travel in remote and austere environments within Vietnam and Laos. Activities may include prolonged riding days, technical terrain, limited access to medical facilities, variable weather, and changing environmental conditions. Such activities inherently involve risk, including but not limited to personal injury, illness, property damage, equipment loss, evacuation delays, and travel disruption.

Participants are solely responsible for their own riding decisions, conduct, and use of equipment at all times.
Wild Med Adventures faculty provide medical education only and do not provide riding instruction, riding supervision, or safety oversight. Riding logistics, route planning, and on-trail leadership are provided by local guiding partners. Wild Med Adventures and its faculty are not responsible for riding conditions, terrain, equipment operation, or participant riding behavior.

This expedition is physically demanding and intended for high-intermediate to expert off-road riders only. Participants are responsible for evaluating their own physical condition, riding ability, and medical readiness prior to participation. Participation is not advised for individuals unable to tolerate prolonged physical exertion or remote travel conditions.

Rescue and evacuation insurance covering remote and austere environments is required for participation.
Personal medical insurance valid for international travel is strongly recommended.
Trip insurance is strongly recommended to cover delays, missed connections, weather disruptions, or trip interruption.
Participants are solely responsible for obtaining and maintaining appropriate insurance coverage.

Participants are responsible for securing all required travel documents, including a multi-entry visa due to cross-border travel between Vietnam and Laos. Visa and entry requirements vary by nationality and are subject to change.

By enrolling in and participating in this expedition, participants acknowledge and accept the inherent risks associated with off-road motorcycling, wilderness travel, and remote-area activities, and agree to assume responsibility for their participation.