Laos is considered as one of must-see destinations in Southeast Asia with centuries old temples, monasteries replete with monks dressed in ubiquitous orange robes and traditional settlements alongside the mighty Mekong. In Laos, there are plenty of activities to enthrall curious tourists. Following things to do are must – try activities in any trip to Laos.
Try tubing in Vang Vieng
For almost tourist traveling in Laos, you will undoubtedly hear story after story of how they floated down the river with a beer in hand. Specially, adventurous backpackers have long known about Vang Vieng and its becoming legendary for its adventure activities based around Nam Song River. The last two kilometers of the river is just karst mountains, gentle rapids, thousands of kayakers and a stunning sunset. The scenery is stunning and enterprising locals will tow the thirsty in to riverside bars for Beer Laos. Many of the bars have zip lines and water slides. Many tubers stop at strategic points on the river bank to throw Frisbees, play in the water and make new acquaintances, and at these stops, a local will inevitably find a way to sell beer. Indochina travel Laos
Tubing in Vang Vieng is one of the most popular things to do in Laos
Ride elephants in Bolaven Plateau
Bolaven Plateau is home to numerous waterfalls, great scenery, tribal villages, and unexplored corners galore. Specially, in Bolaven Plateau, the best thing to do is riding elephants in any trip to here. This is one of the best ways to explore Bolaven Plateau, the heart of southern Laos. You will have chance to enjoy the beautiful Bolaven Plateau and its stunning waterfalls, villages of ethnic minorities, as well as tea and coffee plantations. Also, you can discover the World Heritage Site of Wat Phou and ride on the back of an elephant to the ancient temple of Phou Asa, from where you have great views over the ecologically significant Xepian wetlands. Tours in Laos
Riding elephants is a wonderful experience in the heart of Southern Laos
Climb Phu Si Hill and watch sunset
Phu Si Hill is located near the main street of Luang Prabang. It is a 100 meter high hill and is a local religious site with several Buddhist shrines on the hill. You should walk to the top offers views of the mountains surrounding Luang Prabang, the point where the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers meet and there are even several temples you can explore along the way. Halfway up the hill you can find the temple Wat Tham Phou Si and at the top of the hill is Wat Chom Si, another temple and the perfect place to watch the sunset. Although extremely crowded, it was definitely worth battling with the crowds to see the sunset.
Sunset from Phu Si Hill
Cool off at the picturesque Kuang Si Waterfalls
Kuang Si Waterfall is the biggest in the Luang Prabang area with three tiers leading to a 50-meter drop into spectacular azure pools before flowing downstream. The pools also make great swimming holes and are very popular with both tourists and locals. The pools also have cascades of up to five meters high with deliciously cold water due to the shade given by the surrounding lush tropical jungle, if you do not fancy a swim then you can relax in the shade and watch others having fun jumping in and out of the water. The best time to visit is either just before or a few weeks after the rainy season (June to August) when the river will be at its most wild and naturally impressive. Come during the rainy season and you can expect to be hot, drenched and covered in mud, and probably not able to get anywhere near the falls.
Kuang Si Waterfall
Explore Champasak
Champasak is a small town with a single main street running parallel to the river. The second (and last) World Heritage Site within Laos is home to Wat Phu with its Angkor-style Khmer temples. Wat Phu is an impressive Khmer temple that was constructed by the same person as Angkor Wat — Suryavarman II. The layout is impressive, commencing with two massive barays, a series of old crumbling buildings constantly being restored and then climbing up a set of ancient steps to the side of a mountain where a cluster of other structures sits. It is from atop this vantage point that you can experience the fantastic sweeping views of the surrounding area including the Mekong.
Champasak in Laos
Not one for those who are traveling or intending to travel Laos can miss these things to do in a trip to here. Top things to do in Laos are experiences that could help you explore the charming beauty as well as learn more about culture and history in Laos. Moreover, with these things, you will have relaxing and wonderful moments with your family in the Laos trip.
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