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Taking a local sampan to explore the region of 4000 islands

Si Phan Don is a town located in the South of Laos, this place and its quiet tranquility have the power to keep time running smoothly and slowly. During the rainy season, the Mekong river becomes huge falls with a flow of 40,000 m3/s, which attracts nature lovers to spend two to three days discovering the town. You shouldn’t miss the chance to join the activities of fishermen or to just observe young people commute to school on a boat. Everything combined making Si Phan Don - the 4000 islands an ideal stop to take a rest after a long journey and to fully charge before another exciting trip.

You will like:

  • The huge waterfalls and rapid current on Mekong river
  • Meeting with local people
  • Staying overnight at homestays or in charming hotels on the banks of Mekong

Sampan excursion on Mekong River to Luang Prabang

The city of Luang Prabang and Mekong are inseparable because this legendary river is at center of the life of its inhabitants. This great river passes by the city and offers it many varieties of fish and exotic fruits.

Trip to Kuang Si waterfall

Located at 30 km from the city center (about 1 hour by car), Kuang Si waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world. The transparent blue color of the water and the multiple levels

Hiking in Muang Ngoi area

If you have a little time, don't hesitate to explore ethnic minority villages at few steps from your hotel. Crossing Nam Ou river on a sampan then walk on a road of villages to meet local ethnic groups.

Night market in Luang Prabang

Once you stay in Luang Prabang, the magnificent night market is an inevitable destination, where a bargain is often a game. This market has never stopped expanding to collect hundred exhibitors.

Admiring the sunset on mountain Phousi

You will not miss it during your walk in streets of the center of Luang Prabang, you can only see it if you look up a bit.

Walking through the karst landscapes of Vang Vieng

On the road from Luang Prabang to Vientiane, Vang Vieng is an essential stopover for lovers of nature and daily life. Around this tourist town, the landscapes are really fabulous.

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