10 Things To Do In Nong Khiaw | Laos

Currency

Laotian Kip

Language

Lao/English

Best Time To VISIT

October - April

Getting around

Walk/Bus/Boat

What Nong Khiaw Can offer you

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1. Walking Tour

You may also explore independently because the town center is not particularly large. Following the Nam Ou River and strolling along its beautiful banks while taking in the local views.

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2. 100 Waterfalls Tour

You must first go an hour by boat down the Nam Ou River and then hike for a further hour before you can begin wading through shallow pools next to the cascades. The 10km, one day trip goes through numerous waterfalls.

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3. Pha Tok Caves

Located about 2km outside of the town and together with the beautiful limestone bluffs that are Nong Khiaw’s claim to fame. Since it is believed that Pathet Lao used these caverns as cover during the Secpnd Indochina War, they are historically.

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4. Pha Daeng Peak

The opportunity to climb Phadeng Peak is one of the reasons why people come to Nong Khiaw. It takes about an hour and a half to hike up this mountain and there are a few tough sections.

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5. Boat Trip

As you travel out of Nong Khiaw, the countryside gets more breathtaking. Another option would be taking the boat to Luang Prabang.

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6. Zip Lining

One of the most well known companies is called Jungle Fly and they utilize the revenue from their zip line tours to support the education of young people in ethnic minority villages close to Nong Khiaw.

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7. Bamboo Rafting

Bamboo rafting sitting atop a raft constructed of bamboo that has been lashed together. You’ll get to float along the river while taking in unobstructed views of the surrounding countryside thanks to the open sides of the rafts.

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8. Sleeping Woman Viewpoint

It will take you around an hour to reach the peak, where you can see the stunning cave formations and take in the surrounding mountains. You may see local boats along the river.

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9. Herbal Steam Bath

Laos’s traditional sauna experience is known as a “herbal steam bath” and it involves relaxing in a closed off space that is scented with fragrant herbs and steam that is claimed to assist the body get clean and relieve fatigue.

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10. Try the local cuisine

In addition to mouthwatering baguettes, Laos is renowned for its delectable breads as a former French colony. Nong Khiaw serve bread, sandwiches and pastries that are perfect for a delicious local breakfast.

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10. Top Attractions in Laos

Nong Khiaw

Walking Tour
100 Waterfall Tour
Pha Tok Caves
Pha Daeng Peak
Boat Trip
Zip Lining
Bamboo Rafting
Sleeping Woman Viewpoint
Herbal Steam Bath
Try the local cuisine

Nong Khiaw