Kayaking to Pak Ou Caves Local Villages and Kuang Si

Luang Prabang, Laos
Duration9h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Maximize your time in Luang Prabang with an active, action-packed eco-adventure perfect for outdoor lovers. Paddle along the Nam Ou and mighty Mekong Rivers by kayak to explore the sacred Pak Ou Caves, filled with hundreds of Buddha statues. Visit a traditional local village to see authentic Lao-Lao rice whisky brewing and weaving crafts. Afterward, cool off with a swim at the turquoise Kuang Si Falls and visit the Tat Kuang Si Bear Rescue Center, complete with round-trip hotel transfers and a professional guide.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Entrance fee
  • Lunch
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Kayak equipment, paddles, and life jackets
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Nam Ou River
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Pick up at your hotel in Luang Prabang city center and transfer approximately 40 km north to the Nam Ou River. Receive safety instructions and launch your kayaking adventure along this scenic tributary.
  2. Pak Ou Caves
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Kayak from Nam Ou River into the mighty Mekong River to reach the natural wonder of Pak Ou Caves. Explore the limestone caves housing hundreds of miniature wooden Buddha sculptures in various traditional poses.
  3. 1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Continue kayaking down the Mekong River to the famous Whisky Village. Walk around to observe traditional methods of distilling local rice whisky (Lao-Lao) and admire local hand-weaving crafts before enjoying lunch.
  4. 30m · Admission ticket included
    Drive south to the Kuang Si Falls area and visit the local Bear Rescue Center, learning about wildlife conservation efforts protecting endangered Asiatic Black Bears.
  5. Kuang Si Falls
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Explore the breathtaking multi-tiered Kuang Si Waterfall. Enjoy free time to hike nature trails, capture stunning photos, and swim in the cool, crystal-clear turquoise natural pools.
  6. Luang Prabang
    1h
    Relax in your vehicle during the return transfer back to Luang Prabang city center and drop-off at your hotel.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travelers name.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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