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Cruising Mekong River 

Undoubted, seeing the wilderness of Mekong is one of the most precious travel experiences in Southeast Asia. While the route between Vietnam and Cambodia is popular the northern Laos where the Mekong passes through is amazingly beautiful. 
There are some enticing options to behold the pristine nature along the Mekong banks but combining a cruise with Kamu Lodge stay would be adventurous as well luxurious enough, knowing that you are not only to enjoy the water but also incredible mountain trek. 

Kayaking the Four Thousand Islands

While majority travelers choose Four Thousand Islands for relaxation, but, this stretch of Mekong has much to busy your days. It’s ranked as one of the best spots for kayaking in Laos. Paddling through the waters offers bird's eye views of the scenery along with a grand chance of stopping off at the nearby villages and islands for extra experience. Customized trips range from hours to days with possibilities of spotting the rare endangered Irrawaddy dolphin.

Climbing Vang Vieng Limestone Karsts

Lovers of rock climbing consider Laos one of their best localities to catch the thrill. All the climbing’s are centered on the backpacker hub of Vang Vieng. Over 200 marked routes to horn your skills are available for all levels including beginners, intermediate and advanced. Green Climbers Home in Tha Khaek run a climbing camp at the base of some beautiful karsts to be amazed. Seekers of off the beaten track climbs, you are also covered.

Zip Lining through Primal forest

Intrepid travelers aspiring for endless adventures in Laos, head over to the northern part for Gibbon experience. It’s truly a unique exposure to attain. Let your adventure fantasies be fulfilled, flying at high speed through the lush forests and valleys up to 500m long on zip lines. Have more fun with a stay in the tree houses that are only accessed by zip lines. The cost for the experience supports the conservation of habitats for the Black gibbon. These primates use the surrounding forest as their home.

Discovering Ancient Khmer Temple ruins

Situated along the slopes of the Phu Pasak range, Wat Phu, the ancient Khmer temple ruin in Champasak province is a must see if you fancy yourself a Lara Croft or Indian Jones type. Explore its stunning crumbling temples and palaces. What’s more, Wat Phu is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and delightfully free of crowds. Nearby oppressive Champasak village serves as a suitable base for ease of access to the temple ruins.
From this village, you can enjoy a slow riverine pace, spa, nice digs as well as open-air cinema.

Recommended Read : Top Laos Travel Experiences



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Trekking the '100 waterfalls'

Escape the bustling cities of Laos and breathe life in a relaxed natural setting with 100 waterfall hike. This worth Laos hiking adventure involves clambering up a series of cascading waterfalls. It’s now transpiring to visitors of Nong Khiaw village in northern Laos, where trekking and kayaking is the order of the day. Dipping of your shins in water, grappling up ropes and splashing through streams turn Laos’s hot temperatures to be less of a problem.

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Boating through a 7km Limestone Cave

A visit to the Tham Kong Lo Cave is one of the main reasons for a once in a lifetime trip to Laos. This limestone cave, 7km long and 90m high is hidden deep in the wilderness of central Laos. Its home to a variety of bats and bird-eating spiders. With the help of the boatman’s headlamp and your torch, hop in a boat and navigate the vast river passage in almost complete darkness. Inclusive of the tour, you also get to descend halfway and explore the lit stalactite forest.

Touring Vieng Xai’s bomb-shelter caves

Vieng Xai caves are acknowledged as Lao’s monumental historical sites and the only place to witness the signs of the country’s Wartimes. Over 20000 people lived here during the Vietnam War to escape perpetual bombings. In a network of 450 caves different hospitals, markets and even a theatre were built. A tour around reveals how life was during those days of War.



Photo: Stephane Girard 

Cycling in Luang Namtha Luang

Namtha is an attractive city in northern Laos. It has no shortage of natural wonders. Many of which are best seen on bicycle. Cycling around the city is beyond meeting locals and experiencing less accessed parts, to taking a gentle path through the imposing rice paddles with sweeping views, and mountain biking up the peaks. Several local operators in the city are offering bicycles for rent at affordable prices.
 

Trekking to remote Katang villages

Hiking to the Katang villages of Dong Phu Vieng National protected area is often inspirational for seekers of local experience. Trekkers stay with Katang villagers after a day walking through the sacred forest. Experience the way of life these villagers live which seem to be different from that of other population in the country. Katang villagers believe strongly in spirits and visitors are locally taught how to avoid problems (taboo behavior).