Package Info
Tour Highlights
- LUANG PRABANG
- HUAY LEUANG
- BAN SIBOUNHOM
- BAN HAD KHAM
- PAK OU
- BAN XANG HAI
Tour Inclusions
Detailed inclusions are shown in the itinerary and will be confirmed in your personalised quotation.
Tour Exclusions
Exclusions and optional costs will be confirmed clearly in your personalised quotation.
Flights
Flights are included only when they are specifically stated in the tour itinerary or quotation. Our travel consultants can help arrange the most suitable connections on request.
Tour Route Map
Overview
This tour combines the spectacular landscape of the Nam Ou River with a visit to the renowned Pak Ou Caves and paddling on the mighty Mekong. A homestay at a Lao Loum fishing village offers you the unique opportunity to experience the local peoples' way of living.
Your Itinerary
Day 1: Laos Kayaking Tours: Luang Prabang Kayaking Tours to Huay Leuang – Ban Sibounhom – Ban Had Kham
Starting the Kayaking trip in the Khmu village of Ban Houay Leuang, 1 and a half hour drive north of Luang Prabang. After an introduction to paddling and the basics of kayaking, we will encounter up to 5 easy rapids in the first hour. Along the way, the village of Ban Sibounhom is visited. This Khmu village on the eastern riverbank is one of the few remaining without electricity and direct road access (route 13). A picnic lunch is prepared on a white sandbank set in beautiful scenery. After a relaxing break and a swim, the afternoon is spent paddling in a calmer section of the Nam Ou. There’s plenty of time to watch the villagers fishing and harvesting river weed in and along the Nam Ou. The day of kayaking ends by the bridge of route 13, near the village of Ban Somsanouk or Had Kham, the Lowland village.
Homestay at Ban Somsanouk or Had Kham.
Approximately: 1 ½ hour transfer /5 hours kayaking End of 1-day tour: We return to Luang Prabang from Ban Somsanouk.
Day 2: Laos Kayaking Tours: Ban Had Kham Kayaking Tours to Pak Ou – Ban Xang Hai – Luang Prabang
After an overnight at the village of Ban Somsanook or Had Kham, the scenery of the Nam Ou gets more and more dramatic, with limestone cliffs bordering the river. (It takes 2 hours to Buddha cave). At the confluence of the Nam Ou and the Mekong lie the highly venerated Pak Ou Caves: two temple caves by the river, filled with hundreds of Buddha statues. 1 hour paddling further down the Mekong takes us to the village of Ban Xanghai. Here, the production of lau lao (Lao whisky) and lau hai (Lao wine) is demonstrated… of course, you should try some! From Ban Xanghai, either a Songtheaw will pick up the group or, if fit and ambitious, you can paddle all the way back to Luang Prabang.
Approximately: 1hour transfer / 5 hours kayaking.
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Note:
For Nam Ou, kayaking is recommended all year round, but more fun in the dry season. Rafting is flat.
What to bring:
Hat, sun-screen, torch, swim suit and sarong for bathing, shoes to get wet, mosquito repellent
What is included:
Water, meals, English speaking guide and transport.
Important Info
Pricing Table
Detailed pricing is available on request and will be confirmed in your personalised quotation.
Hotel & Note
Final hotel details and special notes will be confirmed with your personalised quotation before booking.
FAQs
How do I create a custom itinerary?
Tell DNQ Travel your preferred destinations, travel dates, group size, interests and budget. Our Hanoi-based consultants will tailor the route, hotels, transport and experiences into a personalised itinerary for you.
How do I book the trip?
Send an enquiry from the tour page or contact our team directly. We will check availability, refine the itinerary with you and send a clear quotation before you confirm the booking.
How do I pay for the trip?
After you confirm the proposal, your consultant will provide the deposit amount, balance due date and accepted payment methods. Payment details are shared securely during the booking process.
Is there any hidden cost? What about tipping?
There are no hidden costs in your confirmed quotation. Inclusions, exclusions and optional services are listed clearly. Tipping is usually discretionary unless your final proposal states otherwise.
How can I get Vietnam visa on arrival?
Vietnam visa rules depend on your passport, travel dates and entry point. DNQ Travel can share practical guidance, but you should always verify the latest requirements with official immigration sources before departure.
How safe is Vietnam?
Vietnam is generally a safe and welcoming destination for travellers. As in any country, keep valuables secure, follow local guidance and use trusted transport and services arranged through your itinerary.
What about medical insurance?
We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering medical treatment, emergency assistance, cancellation, lost luggage and any activities included in your trip.
