Full-Day Mekong, Pak Ou Caves and Kuang Si Falls Tour from Luang Prabang

8 Hours Round trip from Mekong River Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Scenic Mekong River boat journey with views of villages, fishermen, and mountain scenery
02 Explore the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, the "Cave of a Thousand Buddhas"
03 Stop at a riverside village to learn about local life and taste famous Lao Lao rice wine
04 Swim in the turquoise waters of Kuang Si Falls, one of Laos's most famous waterfalls
05 Visit a sanctuary that rehabilitates bears rescued from animal traders and deforested habitats

Enjoy a scenic boat journey along the Mekong River, taking in local riverside life before visiting the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, known as the "Cave of a Thousand Buddhas." Learn about village life at a riverside stop and taste the famous Lao Lao rice wine. Continue to Kuang Si Falls, one of the most beautiful and famous waterfalls in Laos, where you can swim in the turquoise waters and relax in the beautiful surroundings. The tour also includes a visit to a local sanctuary that rehabilitates rescued bears.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Luang Prabang

Languages English, Lao, Thai

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Mekong Cruise, Pak Ou Caves and Kuang Si Falls

Meet your tour guide at an agreed-upon location in Luang Prabang and begin the tour.
Take a leisurely two-hour boat journey along the Mekong to reach the mysterious "Cave of a Thousand Buddhas" at Pak Ou, at the mouth of the Ou River.
Enjoy the Mekong riverside scenery, including villages, local fishermen, trade vessels, and dramatic, precipitous mountain landscapes.
Explore the Pak Ou Caves, a group of two caves on the west side of the Mekong River.
Stop at a riverside village to learn about local village life and sample the famous "Lao Lao" rice wine.
Explore Kuang Si Falls, the most beautiful and famous waterfall in Laos. Swim in the turquoise waters, revel in the beautiful surroundings, and relax.
Visit a sanctuary that rehabilitates bears rescued from animal traders or from deforested habitats.
Head back to your hotel or accommodation at the end of the tour.