Tanva Mekong Cruises

Buddha (Pak Ou) Caves & Kuang Si waterfall

From the pier our boat takes you on a scenic day cruise to the Caves, waterfalls and local Lao villages.

We will pick you up at your accommodation between 8:15 and 8:50am to the boat to start cruising the mighty Mekong. Enjoy the many views from the water, witness rural Lao, pass by local villages, fishermen, and children and soak up the scenes of daily life by the river. 

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After a little over an hour, the boat makes its first stop at the Ban Xang Hai, well known as the Whisky Village. Here you see the process of making Lao Lao (or Lao whiskey), the country's beloved rice whiskey. 

Then we cruise slowly along the Mekong River to Pak Ou Caves. We arrive at a small boat landing dock where stairs lead you straight to the cave. These limestone caves have been places of worship for thousands of Buddhists, including royalty. Hear legends and stories about the caves from your guide and explore the caves. 

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After visiting the caves, the boat will enter the Ou River to see the spectacular limestone cliffs. Then a 30-minute boat ride down the Mekong River for lunch opposite Pak Ou cave or in Luangprabang.

Then we visit the Kuang Si Waterfall. We will have 2 hours to explore the 3-tiered waterfall, walk along a nature preserve trail, swim in refreshing turquoise puddles, and visit a bear conservation centre. 

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On our way back into Luang Prabang, we will stop at Ban Na Uoun (Hmong resettlement village). Here you can meet the Hmong people who originally lived in the highlands. After returning to Luang Prabang, drop-off points are the post office on the main street, near the night market, or at your accommodation (by prior arrangement or on request).