Laos · Hiking

9-Hour Hiking Tour in Luang Prabang with Nong Koi Lake Picnic

9 Hours Round trip from Luang Prabang Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Hike from Long Lao village through rolling hills and local villages
02 Take in scenic views from a skyline ridge above Long Lao village and the valley
03 See local crops such as rice, coriander, chilli, and herbs along the trail
04 Enjoy a picnic lunch by beautiful Nong Koi Lake
05 Descend through forests and plains to Xieng Ngeun town

Set out on a full-day hike from Long Lao village over rolling hills and through local villages near Luang Prabang. Take in scenic views from the skyline ridge, pass local crops such as rice, coriander, chilli, and herbs, and experience the landscapes of this rural area on foot. Along the way, enjoy a delicious picnic lunch by beautiful Nong Koi Lake before continuing your descent to Xieng Ngeun.

Along the way, enjoy a delicious picnic lunch by beautiful Nong Koi Lake before continuing your descent to Xieng Ngeun.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Luang Prabang

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hike from Long Lao Village to Xieng Ngeun

Meet your friendly and expert Luang Prabang (Lao) guide for the 50-minute drive west to the village of Long Lao, populated by ethnic Hmong and Kamu people.
Join a Hmong trekking guide and hike for six to seven hours to a skyline ridge for views over Long Lao village and the valley.
See local crops such as rice, coriander, chilli, and local herbs along the way.

Considerations:

Enjoy a tasty picnic lunch by beautiful Nong Koi Lake.
Descend to Xieng Ngeun town on Route 13 through forests and over plains.
Meet your driver for the return to Luang Prabang.
Arrive back at your hotel around 5 pm after a day of wilderness exploration, hiking, and walking.