We’ll board one of our boats for a scenic ride upriver to the Tad Sae waterfall where we’ll have lunch and enjoy the beautiful area with time to swim and explore.

This is a medium circuit similar to our BM1-1 tour but with both on- and off-road sections, a few more hills, and a river crossing by boat into local villages.

The tour will take you to explore famous paper and weaving villages; through rice paddies, jungle and mountain landscape; and to the Nam Khan River and Tad Sae Waterfall (seasonal). Enjoy a day of biking through the foothills of mountains surrounding Luang Prabang to see jungle, village life, nature, and waterfalls.

We’ll return by boat to our bikes and cycle through beautiful scenery on our return ride by paved road to Luang Prabang city.

Total biking is 46 km (29 mi) on mixed dirt and paved road with some hills.

walking Difficulty scale; cycling 46km on and off road

Duration; 1 Day

Start / finish: 1 Day

BIKING & KAYAKING THROUGH THE NAM KHAN RIVER VALLEY

High water season, August to October:

This tour around Luang Prabang combines mountain biking with an easygoing kayaking trip.

It brings exactly the right refreshment into your tropical day in Luang Prabang and takes you to some of the best sites, including golden temples overlooking the city and Henri Mouhot’s grave.

After a biking tour through the Nam Khan valley and diverse village visits we take a break on the banks of the Nam Khan River.

After lunch we take a refreshing plunge at Tad Sae Waterfall then we get our kayaks to paddle downriver on the Nam Khan back to Luang Prabang

Walking Difficulty Scale: Kayaking & Cycling easy going

Duration; 1 Day

Start / Finish : luang prabang

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 crossing the mighty Mekong, your guide will begin by
introducing the team, the sanctuary, its mission and initiatives towards animal welfare. Visitors will also be given
an in- depth presentation of our elephants, explain their very own story, their family ties without forgetting to
hear about the special bonds they all individually share with their mahout.

Enter the pure primary forest and meet the elephants in their natural habitat. At the
Mekong Elephant Park, we do not allow physical interactions between visitors and the elephants. We
encourage passive observation as believe we are the invitees to their world, their environment and wish to just
let them be.

walking Difficulty scale: Low - Medium

Duration:1 half - day

Start / finish; Pakbeng

Namkhan horse stables in Luang Prabang, best place to bring the children to learn horse riding and enjoy a few trails on the Namkhan River.

With the dedicated help of horsemen & qualified equestrian volunteer teachers.

they have a very strong reputation in the community  and they encourage rider growth and confidence

while having fun in a safe environment, their dedicated and skilled team are here to help everyone achieve their goals, from novice to to advance riders.

Walking Difficulty Scale: low - as you are ridding the ponies

Duration: check out their programs from 60 minutes to a few hours

Start / Finish: Luang prabang Nam khan stables

Adventure: climbing, crossing the river then onto zip lines, a tree top adventure worth participating

starts at 15:30pm starting from the Tour information Center

walk to the V shaped canopy then onto the cliff for some climbing

climb over the river on nets, then move onto zip lines 4 sections then walk back and let the resort car take you to climb onto the V shaped canopy

continue to climb on the net over Namkat river , zip lining again on 4 lines and platforms, and back to the resort

for a well deserved Beer or cold drink!

Walking scale difficulty: Medium and wobbly bobbly knees

Duration: few hours

Start / Finish: Nam khat yourla pha

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 adventure guides you deep into the mountains over three days, through jungle and rice paddies trekking to a homestay in remote Hmong and Khmu villages.

You see mountains with rice fields clinging to steep peaks, it's simply stunning.

This is the tour that immerses you in the people and cultures of those who tend to these remote Laos landscapes.

Get ready for adventure and step into the world of Laos mountain village tribes on this unforgettable trekking and homestay experience.

Walking Difficulty scale: Low - Medium

Duration: 3 Days

Start / Finish: Luang Prabang

You'll meet your local English-speaking guide and then ride about 30 minutes to the  Adventure Camp on the banks of the Nam Khan River. Cross the river by boat and then begin an easy, 1.5-hour trek through beautiful jungle canopy, stopping along the way to explore a large, traditional Khmu village nestled in the mountains. You may enjoy lunch here or wait until you reach the waterfall, depending on the time and preferences of your group.

After the village visit, you'll continue trekking about 1.5 hours down to the Tad Sae Waterfall, where you may explore and swim (seasonal as the waterfall is dry February to July). Finally, board a long boat again for a short cruise downriver and then on to a vehicle for return to Luang Prabang city. Return time is approximately 2:00 p.m., depending on conditions and hiking speeds.

Total hiking time is about 3 hours.

walking Difficulty scale: Low - Medium

Duration: Half day

Start / Finish: Luang prabang

We’ll start with a traditional boat, complete with a roof to shade against the sun and any rain, riding upstream on the Nam Ou for 40 minutes. Surrounded by mountains and passing villages nestled in the forests, you will see Buffalo bathing in the river, people fishing and often children swimming in the river.

This is a fantastic half day scenic trek suitable for all ages. Experience the stunning Nam Ou River by long boat passing villages surrounded by cast rock mountains. You trek an easy walk to the hidden Tadmok Waterfall where you can have a refreshing swim. You will visit a delightful and friendly local Khmu village.

walking Difficulty; Low - Medium

Duration: Half day

Start / Finish: Nong khiew

Riverbank explorer is a half day Kayaking or SUP stand up board paddle, First part will be a fast boat to Tad se waterfalls enjoy the natural beauty

(from February to July / August the falls are dry due to the dry season) this also depends on the climate and if the rainy season comes earlier. the falls has an unique feel even in the dry season explore the flora and fauna its offers.

you will be briefed on how to kayak and Paddle boards first to get aquatinted, paddle down stream the most beautiful part of the Nam khan River to the chateau Orientale Resort.

enjoy Lunch in the colonial style decorated Restaurant, lunch included in the tour so feast away!

the resort aircon min van will bring you back to your hotel, or guest house.

kayaking / Paddle board / difficulty ; slow paddle down the river at your own pace

start / finish Chateau Orientale and back to your hotel / guest house

The elephant heard day tour is a continuation of half day tour elephant wonders. After lunch, the continuity of tour goes as follows:

after a well deserved lunch, your guide will instruct you on the days activity which can range from, making vitamins balls, to picking fruits and vegetables for the elephants, to trekking the surroundings and admiring the Mekong views.

stroll through the compound and meet our craftsmen Mr. Kam the black smith, Ms. Mee, the weaver and Mr. Mong, the bamboo specialist. you will be fascinated by their expertise, their unique handicrafts with the creation of articles that each have their story ( and which you could even choose to bring home!)

Walking Difficulty scale: Low - Medium

Duration: 1 Day

Start / finish: Pakbeng