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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: Kuang Si Waterfalls

Kuang Si Falls are thirty kilometres from town. The excursion leaves Luang Prabang in the morning and heads towards Ban Ou by boat.

Kuang Si Waterfall, Luang Prabang
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Kuang Si Waterfalls

Luang Prabang, Laos
  • Cruises, Sailing & Water
  • Culture & History
  • Walking & Biking

Kuang Si Falls are thirty kilometres from town. The excursion leaves Luang Prabang at around 10am and heads towards Ban Ou by boat. En route you stop at a pottery village (Ban Chan).

Once you have arrived at Ban Ou, you have a picnic lunch (included) and then take the road to Kuang Si. This is an incredibly beautiful place, definitely worth the visit, as the waterfalls are very picturesque.

You can explore the area as it is possible to walk to the top, although we recommend the pools halfway up as the perfect place for a splash about. The walk up the side of the falls is a little precarious and be prepared to get a little wet!

After 4pm it's worth a stroll around some of the local villages such as the villages of the Kamu and H'mong (before this time they are empty as they are all out working in the paddy fields). 

 En route back to Luang Prabang, you may find that you have timed it perfectly to watch the sunset from Pha Bath Tai, a beautiful old temple.

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