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Reasons To
Visit Laos

  • Lao monks

    The Baci ceremony in Laos is an important blessing in Buddhist culture and is used to celebrate any landmark event. A traditional ceremony hosted by a Lao monk will make your trip even more memorable.

    Lao monks

  • Local food & drink

    From tasting Laos`s national fiery dish of laap to tasting a fine Lao coffee on the Bolaven`s Plateau or even accepting an invite to drink the potent Lao Lao, a strange rice wine blend that will knock your socks off!

    Local food & drink

  • Night markets

    Test your bartering skills at Luang Prabang's daily market, a fantastic place to pick up some great authentic Asian souvenirs.

    Night markets

  • Sunset over the Mekong

    There are few things in Southeast Asia that can beat a beer Lao as the sunsets over the Mekong - from the riverbanks in Luang Prabang to the 4000 islands, watching the world go by at sunset is a must.

    Sunset over the Mekong

  • The North

    The northern part of Laos is a remote region that sees few tourists. Heading north from the Thai border towards China, the town of Luang Nam Tha is the gateway to the Nam Ha National Park, with countless opportunities to explore on foot, by kayak and on mountain bikes. A little further south you will stumble upon the picturesque area of Muang La and the dramatic valley of Nong Khiaw before arriving by road or boat at the cultural centre of Luang Prabang.

    The North

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Excursions in Laos: Explore Around Nong Khiaw

Beginning with a leisurely boat ride up the Nam Ou to Muong Ngoi, a remote and extremely beautiful mountainous area north of Nong Khiaw, you then take a light trek through the fields and forest.

Nong Khiaw, Laos
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Explore Around Nong Khiaw

Nong Khiaw, Laos
  • Cruises, Sailing & Water
  • Culture & History
  • Walking & Biking

This excursion will take you into the countryside surrounding Nong Khiaw and enable you to meet with local Khamu villagers.

Beginning with a leisurely boat ride up the Nam Ou to Muang Ngoi (approximately one hour), a remote and extremely beautiful mountainous area north of Nong Khiaw, you then take a light trek through the fields and forest.

You visit a cave used by villagers to shelter during the American bombing of the 60s and 70s. This is just a short trek and going is fairly easy to moderate in the dry season.

You then visit a local Khamu minority village. The Khamu are traditionally upland rice farmers, specializing in dry cultivation. They are also famed for their excellent bamboo and rattan weaving skills and are extremely adept at utilizing the forest for subsistence by hunting and gathering for wild food and medicine. If it is possible on the day you will be given the opportunity of learning some of these skills from one of the villagers.

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