Private Explore Pak Ou Cave & Kuang Si Waterfall with Lunch
ID: GYG858034-1361123
Category:
Country: Laos
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover the highlights of Luang Prabang on a guided city tour with a visit to the Pak Ou Caves. Climb Mount Phousi for panoramic views, visit Wat Xieng Thong, and explore the Royal Palace Museum.
Morning: Pak Ou Caves
8:00 AM - Depart from Luang Prabang
Take a boat ride along the Mekong River to Pak Ou Caves. The journey takes about 1-1.5 hours.
9:30 AM - Arrive at Pak Ou Caves
Explore the two main caves (Tham Ting and Tham Phu). These caves are filled with thousands of Buddha statues of various sizes.
10:30 AM - Enjoy the Scenic Views
Take some time to enjoy the views of the Mekong River and the surrounding landscapes.
Lunch
12:00 PM - Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Enjoy traditional Laotian cuisine at a nearby restaurant. Some popular dishes include:
Larb (spicy meat salad)
Papaya salad
Sticky rice
Afternoon: Kuang Si Waterfall
1:30 PM - Depart for Kuang Si Waterfall
Travel by minivan or tuk-tuk to Kuang Si Waterfall (about 30-45 minutes).
2:15 PM - Arrive at Kuang Si Waterfall
Explore the stunning multi-tiered waterfall. You can swim in the turquoise pools or take a hike on the trails.
Visit the nearby bear rescue center if interested.
Late Afternoon
4:30 PM - Return to Luang Prabang
Head back to Luang Prabang, arriving by around 5:30 PM.
Highlights
- Take a scenic boat ride along the Mekong River to Pak Ou Cave
- Enjoy a traditional Lao meal at a local restaurant for lunch
- Enjoy Kuang Si waterfall
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved.
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
Be respectful when visiting temples; dress modestly and remove shoes when entering.
The boat ride to Pak Ou Cave is subject to weather conditions; alternative arrangements may be made if necessary.
Photography is allowed, but flash photography is not permitted inside the caves and certain temple areas.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
