You will return smiling after this village experience.

You will have an easy walk through rice paddies, be enchanted by misty mountainous landscapes,

Flora and fauna is abundant and being as one with nature is important to feel like the local Villagers.

where it feels like time has stood still, to arrive in a unique rural multi-ethnic village full of smiles and local charm

get to understand their way of life and explore new ideas to adapt .

Visit the village mud brick school and enjoy lunch at a local pond.

Trekking Low to medium go at your pace, bring those hiking boots.

Half Day River Cruise with a tour of Pak Ou Buddha Cave, Travel upstream in comfort whilst admiring what the Might Mekong River has to offer on the way to Pak Ou cave,

Where the Nam Ou (Ou River) and Mekong River meet at Ban Pak Ou, two famous caves in the limestone cliff are crammed with myriad Buddha images.

(Comfy walking shoes, please note you have to walk up the embankments in Luang Prabang)

Duration: Half Day

Start/ Finish: Luang Prabang/ Luang Prabang

Meal Plan: Snack onboard

Overnight accommodation: Not included

After the ferry crossing, ride a short distance on the tarmac road and get accustomed to your mountain bike. You then cycle heading north on single tracks passing through lush rice fields and local villages. Your guide will stop and let you have a rest before the start of the big climb!

You will cross several streams with clean fresh water, you won't be able to resist slashing your face to cool down and rest. once you reach the top of the mountain make the most of the photo opportunity before to head down to meet the Mekong River again on the border of Oudomxay Province. You will rest and get some drinks and food. Now enjoy a boat ride down the Mekong River to Luang Prabang, stopping at the famous Pak Ou caves on the way.

If you have the energy you can walk up the 218 steps and visit the top cave as well.

walking Difficulty scale: low - medium

Duration: 1 Day

Start / finish; Luang prabang

This is a 35 kilometer bike ride on mostly paved roads winding through jungle and rice paddies.

The highlights include elephant interactions on the beautiful banks of the Nam Khan River, Wat Pa Phon Phao temple,

visit to Henri Mouhot’s tomb on the banks of the river, and swimming at the Tad Sae Waterfall (seasonal) or take a short jungle walk to see a baby elephant in the jungle.

Join-in tours available talk to us!

walking Difficulty Chart: cycling and kayaking

Duration: 1 Day

Start / Finish : Luang prabang

This is an adventure tour packed with diverse activities that begin and end in the World Heritage site Luang Prabang

and takes you to explore Nong Khiaw and Muang Ngoi, both known for their remote and stunning mountainous landscapes set on the Nam Ou River.

Enjoy some of the best trekking, kayaking, and long-tail boat rides in the area and experience the Tiger Trail-discovered 100 Waterfall tour and the famous Pak Ou Caves north of Luang Prabang.

Overnight in a great mix of ethnic homestays and riverside lodges.

Trekking Medium

Bring them boots to do the walking!

On this guided sightseeing tour of Luang Prabang by minivan you'll discover why the city is called the Jewel of the Mekong. We’ll explore the morning market, ancient temples, war relics, local crafts, the history of the former Lao kingdoms, and the National Museum.

Luang Prabang is among the best-preserved traditional cities in Southeast Asia and was granted UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 1995.

Its tranquility and tropical charm, combined with its splendid natural scenery and cultural riches, make it one of the most alluring destinations in Laos.

Walking Difficulty scale: Normal pace

Duration: 1 Day

Start / finish: luang prabang

Experience breath-taking scenery from a traditional long boat as you slowly travel upstream on the Nam Ou river.

Surrounded by some of the most graceful limestone mountains in North Laos, you'll pass by villagers going about their daily lives.

Explore the small village of Muang Ngoi and visit a cave used during the Secret War.

Spend 2 hours gently paddling down the river and visit a small inviting Khmu village and waterfall in the jungle where you can cool off and have a snack.

walking Difficulty: Low - Medium

Duration : 1 Day

Start / finish : Nong khiew

Nong Khiaw and the nearby Muang Ngoi village

are two small riverside communities famous for their undeveloped and stunning mountainous scenery on the Nam Ou River.

On this tour you’ll hike two days through jungle and mountains to homestay at traditional Hmong, Lao Leum, and Khmu villages.

A must do while in the area, days 2 and 3 we’ll explore the river and its local village life by boat as we cruise up and down to a homestay in a beautiful village on its banks,

to hike to local caves, and to refresh in nearby waterfalls on this perfect Nong Khiaw trek and river explorer.

Trekking is a Medium to Hard

bring them boots along!

This tour takes you through the beautiful mountainous jungle in Nong Khiaw for a focused homestay and cultural experience. The first day of trekking is designed to be short so that guests can spend more time in the multi-ethnic village where they can learn about local loom weaving, fishing, Lao massage, bamboo basket weaving, and the Baci Ceremony.

Highlights are the overnight stay at a multi-ethnic village, trails along great landscape with trekking through bamboo forests. On the second day, an amazing trek and visit to Tadmok waterfall brings you to the Nam Ou River to conclude the tour with a scenic downriver boat ride back to Nong Khiaw.

walking Difficulty: Medium

Duration:2 days

start / Finish: Nong khiew

Join them at ECC for an overnight stay and discover their Center and elephants.

Let them welcome you to their Center where the Elephant is king and lives in the jungle as they should.

creating your idyllic holiday and live amongst the gentle giants for a few days, learn about their habits how they live.

destination in the Land of the Asian Elephant in Lao PDR.

Walking Difficulty Scale; low

Duration; 2 days 1 night

Start / Finish ; Luang prabang

The short and adventurous trail guides you up into the jungle and ancient high altitude forests surrounding the town.

This half day trip will guide you out of Nong Khiaw and to the top of the second highest mountain in the town.

The short and adventurous trail guides you up into the jungle and ancient high altitude forests surrounding the town.

The steep part of the hike is difficult but the expansive panoramic view of Nong Khiaw is worth every step.

walking Difficulty: Low - Medium

Duration: Half Day

Start / finish : Nong khiew

3 Days 2 nights at the ECC learning all about the Asian Elephants in the wild, once in a life time experience!

By joining our Exploration programme you will fully experience the peaceful and beautiful world of the Asian elephant.

Not only will you enjoy a relaxing stay in the Nam Tien protected area but you will also learn all you want to know about Asia’s most iconic creature!

You will receive expert information about the condition of the Asian elephant, its biology, cultural importance and the challenges of the Center.

Walking Difficulty scale; Low

Duration ; 3 days 2 Nights

Start / Finish : Luang prabang