PAK OU CAVE, KUANG SI WATERFALL, & THE BEAR SANCTUARY (L)
The Pak Ou Cave and Kuang Si Waterfall are situated to the north and south of Luang Prabang city, respectively. This tour will take you to both, with a picturesque drive along the Mekong River in between.
Meet your guide early in the morning for a forty-minute drive to Pak Ou Village, where you can explore the various crafts made by the locals before crossing the mighty Mekong River by a small boat to the base of a limestone cliff, the location of Pak Ou Cave. The lower cave is impressive, filled with Buddhist statues and relics. Take your time to explore the sacred scene, scented with burning incense and overlooking the stunning Mekong landscape. Climb a winding series of stairs, grab a flashlight, and you’ll discover another fascinating and easily navigable cave with ancient Buddhist relics.
Afterward, we’ll cross the Mekong again by boat and continue with a 1.5-hour drive downriver to the renowned Kuang Si Waterfall. On the way, we’ll stop at the popular Whiskey Village to sample the locally made Lao Lao. The jungle surrounding the waterfall remains lush and beautiful year-round. The waterfall transitions from calm, turquoise waters during the dry season to impressive, roaring falls during the rainy season. Either way, you’re in for a refreshing and beautiful nature experience. Integrated into the landscape is an Asiatic Bear Sanctuary, where you can see these magnificent creatures up close and support efforts to care for the animals in the area.
We’ll conclude this full day with a return drive to Luang Prabang in the late afternoon, just in time for your evening activities.
Note that the stairs into the lower Pak Ou Cave, which contains thousands of Buddhist statues, are short but steep. Access to the upper cave is via a fairly long series of stairs and can be taken at your own pace.
Points of Interest
- Luang Prabang
- Bottled water
- Taxes and license fees
- Boat fees
- Lunch
- All transportation
- English-speaking guide
- Specialty drinks
- Tips for the guides
Experience the beauty and cultural heritage of Luang Prabang with our one-day tour! You’ll have the chance to visit two of the area’s most popular attractions: the Pak Ou Caves, famous for their thousands of Buddhist statues, and the stunning Kuang Si Waterfall surrounded by a lush jungle canopy.
Under the guidance of our professional tour guide, you’ll cross the Mekong River by boat and explore the caves. Then, you’ll head to the Kuang Si Waterfall, where you can cool off in the refreshing waters and visit the Bear Sanctuary to explore the world of animals.
Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to discover the best of Luang Prabang in just one day! Book our tour now and create unforgettable memories.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
