8 Unique Natural Destinations in the Country of Elephants

Visiting Laos, visitors can immerse themselves in the natural spaces in Khong Lor Cave, Kuang Si waterfalls, Khone Phanpheng or Khoun Kong Leng lakes.

Khong Lor Cave
Khong Lor cave is about 8km long, and is the famous for a 20m wide underground river flowing through it. The roof is more than 50 meters from the surface of the river. Tourists can enjoy boating to visit the beautiful corners inside the cave. Besides vast size, Khong Lor also makes tourists overwhelmed because of the massive stalactites, stone bell, stalagmites….

Kuang Si Waterfall

The scenery of Kuang Si is as beautiful as a picture

The scenery of Kuang Si is as beautiful as a picture

Visiting the ancient capital of Luang Prabang without visiting Kuang Si waterfall seems to be one shortcoming thing. The is waterfall large, flows down forming many streams and lakes. Visitors can freely bathe in the turquoise waters. Kuang Si Waterfall flows all year round, but in the period from March- May, it has less water.

The Mekong River
Mekong is the longest river in Southeast Asia with 4,350 m. Originating from China, the river flows through Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. In Laos, visitors can discover the river landscape with a luxury cruise.
Lao has no sea; therefore, Laotians consider Mekong River the Mother river and form a life and mountain culture alternated with faith of Theravada Buddhism coming from Burma-Thailand. This leaves them with the culture and the architecture which are slightly different from the two neighboring nations Burma-Thai-Cambodia.

Khone Phapheng Waterfall
Moving south of Don Khong island, to the right of Mekong River, visitors will admire the scenery of Phapheng Khone waterfall. In rainy season, the river water’s level rises and makes the fall to extend over 10 km. Travelers should visit this waterfall in the dry season because they can admire the beauty of the receding water.

Khone-Phapheng-Waterfall-in-Elephant-Country

Khone Phapheng waterfall in Elephant Country

Nam Ou Canyon
Dubbed the Grand Canyon of Laos, Nam Ou brings tourists with a unique trip on the river through the 448 km from Phongsaly province to Luang Prabang. Along the riversides, there are imposing cliffs interspersed with fertile and rich villages. Nam Ou river is also habitat of over 84 species of fish, in which, 29 species can only be found here. In addition, visitors also have the opportunity to visit Pak Ou Cave where is famous for the Buddha statues.

Pak Ou Cave near Nam Ou Canyon

Pak Ou Cave near Nam Ou Canyon

Tat Somphamit Waterfall
Tat Somphamit Waterfall is also known as Li Phi Waterfall. It is believed that this is the soul traps of vicious people and animals. Besides the spiritual sense, this 1.5 km long river also has beautiful and impressive landscapes. The Waterfall is approximately 800 m from the bridge connecting the two islands Don Det and Don Khon. The time when the water flow falls the most beautifully is immediately after the rainy season.

Khoun Kong Leng Lake
Khoun Kong Leng Lake is about 30 kilometers from the town of Thakhek, Khammouane Province to the north. The water is blue and as clear as crystal . The water in the lake comes from the underground river and is filtered through the limestone layer surrounding the mountains. Tourists are allowed to bathe and swim in the area near the viaduct. Alternatively, you can take a relaxing walk on the trail around the forest.

The water in Khoun Kong Leng is as clear as crystal

The water in Khoun Kong Leng is as clear as crystal

Nam Et Phou Louey National Biological Reserve
Located in northeast of Laos, this is the place conserving a wide variety of rare endangered animals such as tiger, Sambar deer, white-cheeked gibbon, bison… Nam Et Phou Louey has an area of approximately 4229 km2 and covers 3 provinces. At the Nam Nern Night Safari in the reserve, there are interesting activities like bird watching, following to tracks of the wild animals at night, exploring medicinal plants or hiking …

8 Unique Natural Destinations in the Country of Elephants

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