Overview
TREK AND PADDLE IN THE NAM KHAN RIVER VALLEY
High water season, August to October:
You’ll start this tour with a drive from Luang Prabang on a short scenic ride south to the banks of the Nam Khan River. There, we’ll cross the river by boat and then start an easy-to-medium trek of about 1.5 hours through jungle, forest, bamboo, paddy fields, and streams to a small Khmu village at the base of limestone mountains. Your guide will show you around the village to admire the beautiful bamboo weaved houses and meet the locals! Don’t hesitate to talk with the locals with the help of your guide.
After exploring the Khmu villages we’ll hike another 1.5 hours to the Tad Sae waterfalls where, depending on season, you can enjoy the impressive sight of rainy season high waters or the inviting clear, turquoise waters at the rainy season’s end. Enjoy a refreshing swim, there are elephants at the waterfall that you can watch, and explore the surrounding Tad Sae area.
From the waterfall we’ll take a boat ride to our Tiger Trail Adventure Camp where we begin our kayak adventure down the Nam Khan River. After a short safety review, the guide will teach you how to paddle if it is your first time. You’ll enjoy an exciting river journey through the beautiful Nam Khan River Valley, through lush jungle. Observe locals engaged in everyday activities on the river. Kayaking conditions vary between easy to medium (check with your sales staff) and total time is approximately 2 hours, depending on river conditions. We’ll end the tour with a late afternoon return drive to Luang Prabang City.
Total trekking about 8 km. Kayaking is about 11 km.
Low water season, March to August:
In the low water season Tad Sae Waterfall is dry and not visited. While kayaking you may stop on the many white sand beaches to relax, swim and explore and we’ll visit the famous Henri Mouhot’s resting site accessible from the river.
Total trekking about 8 km. Kayaking is about 11 km.
Note:
- For our join-in tour, the minimum booking requirement is 2 people. Our team will notify you if additional participants join the group.
Tour Highlight
Visiting Luang Prabang without exploring the surrounding nature, waterfalls, and countryside makes your visit incomplete. This tour combines two activities in the "Fair Trek" area. Explore the natural side of Luang Prabang with a beautiful trek through spectacular landscapes visiting Khmu hill tribe villages, and a kayaking tour on the gorgeous Nam Khan River. This tour will surely be unforgettable, giving you a true taste of Laos.
Tour Inclusion
- English speaking guide
- All transfers
- Activities as mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to all sites, permissions and Fair Trek village fund contributions
- Rental gear
- Lunch * Vegeterian options available
- Drinking Water
NOT INCLUDED TRAVEL SERVICES
- Specialty drinks
- Tips for guides
Recommended Attire
- Comfortable clothes and shoes that can get wet
Thing You Should Bring
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Hat & Sunglasses
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Sun block & mosquito repellent
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Flip-flops or extra shoes that can get wet
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Swimwear & Towel (for swimming and showers)
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Small backpack to carry water and other belongings.
Thing You Should Know
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For the private tour, hotel pickup and drop-off service are included. Please be in the hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. In case of any unforeseen delays along the pickup route, we appreciate your patience and understanding.
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Accessibility: Our trips are generally unsuitable for people with reduced mobility and other disabilities. Please contact us to discuss if this trip is suitable for your specific requirements.
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If your group has more than 15 people, please send us an inquiry through this WhatsApp number>> +856 20 59 533 720
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French-speaking tour guide, Spanish-speaking tour guide, German-speaking tour guide, and Italian-speaking tour guide are available upon request with additional costs.
Term and Condition
Child Policy
- Children below 5 years old: Free of charge
- Children between 5 - 10 years old: 50% charge from adult price
- Children's rates are available upon request, as it depends on the number of adults.
Cancellation Policy
- 7 - 30 days prior to the arrival date: 50% Charge
- 1 - 6 days prior to the arrival date: 100% Charge
- No show, and cancellations on the arrival date: 100% Charge
Refund Policy
- Kindly be advised that only tour/activity fees are refundable; Bank fees cannot be refunded under any circumstances.
Note
- If you have questions or encounter problems with the tour, please contact WhatsApp/Tel: +856 20 59 533 720
