Biking – Elephant Riding – Water Fall – Hiking – Kayaking on Nam Khan river
Private tour: Departure from Luang Prabang with English speaking guide.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Luang Prabang – Biking to Laos Spirit Resort (L,D)
Biking Tour in the morning/afternoon to the Lao Spirit Eco-Resort.
The first stop we have at Wat Pa Phon Phao , a forest temple famous for
the teachings of Ajahn Saisamut. When he died in 1992, his funeral was
the largest that Laos had seen in decades. It’s Santi Chedi (Peace
Pagoda) was built in 1988. This large yellow stupa contains three inside
levels plus an outside terrace with a view of the surrounding plains.
The inside walls are painted with many Buddhist stories and moral
admonitions.
After another kilometer we will arrive in Ban Panom. This village,
populated by Thai Lue (a tribe with its origins in Southern China ), is
well known for cotton and silk hand-weaving. Here we have the
opportunity to check out how to make the traditional Lao Cotton on a
weaving loom. The dirt road will bring us through teakwood plantations
and wind up the Nam Khan valley. We pass the tomb of Henry Mouhot, the
French explorer who showed Angkor Wat to the world. Henry Mouhot
perished of malaria in 1861, and the French erected a tomb over his
grave six years later. The last entry in his journal was ‘Have pity on
me, oh my God’.
Lunch en route .
We will continue our bike adventure through rice paddies and dense forest before we arrive in our Lao Spirit Eco Resort.
Enjoy the atmosphere in the Lao Spirit Resort and prepare for the great
dinner that will be served in the attached Lao Spirit Restaurant.
Overnight in Lao Spirit resort .
Day 2: Laos Spirit Resort – Activities. (B,L)
After breakfast you will start your full day activity program in the
surrounding Nature. It is a full day Elephant riding & trekking
combination trip from our Elephant Camp to the That Sae Waterfall &
Khmu Hilltribe Village or Bamboo Jungle Camp with lunch included .
Description:
After crossing the small river you will be introduced to our Asian
Elephants and go out for a scenic ride. Enjoy the new perspective and
the wonderful nature on this approx. 1hr. Elephant ride. A stunning
landscape , quietness, and the lush nature gives you a relaxed stay on
the back of the protected Elephant. Make your way through forests and
along the Nam Khan river up to the amazing waterfalls of Tad Sae . Here
you can hang out for lunch and some swimming and bathing in the
refreshing cool cascades. After your lunch you will find yourself
discovering the tropic surrounding on one of our Nature Trails.
Our small half day trekking will lead you out into a Khmu village where
you get an insight in every day life and culture of this hilltribe. Most
of them are farmers and fishermen and live from their slash and burn
tradition. The countryside waits for you with great views and a relaxing
atmosphere. They even speak a different language here and your guide
will help to ask questions. A short hike along a steep mountain range
will bring you to the newly opened Jungle Camp , where another swim in a
crystal clear river is a wonderful option. Have a drink and finish your
day of activity after another 45 min. of walking to your starting
point, the Adventure and Elephant Camp. The attached Restaurant is a
great place for a sundowner, and the Elephants might come out again for a
swim in the river.
Activities: Elephant ride about 1-1,5 hours. Total walking 2-3 hours.
Different Trails are possible depending on your power and stamina.
Please note that the waterfall is dry during February-August! Elephant
rides than take different route through river and village.
Enjoy your Bungalow, the open air shower and the natural surrounding.
Overnight in Lao Spirit resort .
Day 3: Kayaking or rafting – Luang Prabang (B,L)
Kayaking or Rafting day . If you are awake around 8 a.m. you can see
our Elephants taking a bath in the Nam Khan river, just in front of your
Bungalow. Take your Breakfast and hang out in the resort for a little
while before starting to your relaxing river experience trip on the Nam
Khan. It could be a Kayaking trip or a longer Rafting tour on the slow
river. Passing through green hills and passing some small villages you
float down in the direction of Luang Phabang.
Lunch en route .
Only 2-3 short rapids are along the way and the trip is perfect for
beginners and people who just want to have an impression about real
river rafting. We provide paddles, guides and the equipment as well as
drinking water and some fruits. Please remember to take your swimming
dress with you as you get wet along the way. Dry bags for cameras are
available. Total paddle time between 3-5 hrs depending on river and
paddling conditions.
GroupCost: US$ per pax |
1 pax |
2 pax |
3-6 pax |
7-11 pax |
Satandard |
249 |
242 |
237 |
230 |
Price includes:
· Pick up from Hotel for the Biking Trip and Biking Tour
· Elephant Trek and Riding
· Briefing and guiding with licensed English speaking guide
· Waterfall park entry fees and motorboat charge
· 3 Lunch and drinking water on activity days
. 1 Dinner on day 1.
· Fruits for small breaks along the way on activity days
· Guided Trekking to Khmu Village and Jungle Camp visit
· Kayaking rental, Raft rental and Transfers for the equipment
· Life jackets and helmets and paddling equipment
· Transfer from river into town after arrival
· 2 nights in Double Bungalow in Lao Spirit Resort
· 2 big breakfasts
Price excludes:
* Extra Dinner in Lao Spirit Restaurant and other drinks (soft drinks, beer…)
* Travel insuranc