Soft Trekking to Kuang Si Waterfalls
A trekking adventure reveals the beauty of the serene countryside close to the provincial capital Luang Prabang. We depart the hotel and drive for an hour to the ethnic Khmu village of Ban Long Lao Neuang, followed by the nearby Hmong Village of Ban Long Lao Song. We observe the lifestyle of these two different minority groups. Despite their cultural differences, they still work together and share the same school. We continue our exploration along a trail alongside rice paddies and vegetable fields. We make a stop at a cave that was used as a sanctuary by local villagers during bombing raids in the time of the Second Indochina War. After a one-hour trek, we will reach the spring that feeds the three-tiered Kuang Si Waterfall and view the water cascading down a 60-metre drop into spectacular azure pools. We can enjoy time swimming here to cool off. We then visit a bear rescue centre that provides a haven for bears rescued from animal poachers. We enjoy a late lunch at the nearby Carpe Diem Restaurant, before our return to Luang Prabang, with the rest of the day at leisure.
Route
- Duration: 8 hours, with departure at 8 am;
- Duration: 4 hours trekking and 2 hours driving
- Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It is the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this;
- We reserve the right to make necessary changes to the excursion/tour in case of unfavourable weather conditions or situations where we are forced to make alterations to guarantee the safety of our guests;
- Tours and excursions often include obstacles of various kinds that may not make this excursion suitable for wheelchair users or guests with limited mobility;
- The protection of the country’s flora, fauna and its historical and cultural treasures is of immense importance for us. We will not pursue any activities that are not in line with our animal, wildlife and environment protection principles;
- Please ensure that you bring sunglasses, a hat /cap, non-slip shoes like sturdy sandals or trainers, camera, loose comfortable clothes, swim wear, personal toiletries, extra clothes and towel, sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us. Even when it is cloudy, the sun still has an immense power;
- All mentioned times, durations and stops are based on approximations and may change due to unforeseen circumstances, weather and traffic conditions beyond our control.
- Tours and transfers with English-speaking, licenced assistance;
- Transportation for tour and transfers by air-conditioned minivan;
- All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the programme;
- Lunch as indicated in the program (food only);
- All applicable taxes and service charges;
- Trekking.
This is one of our Sustainable Trails, an excursion that maximises positive impacts on local communities and minimises negative impacts on the environment in the following ways:
- Eat locally – Carpe Diem Restaurant works with small local producers to promote delicious cuisine inspired by local ingredients;
- Transport alternatively – Trekking to the waterfalls makes for a beautiful combination of journey and destination;
- Make a difference – Five per cent of the profits from your meal at Carpe Diem Restaurant are donated to the Swiss association ASAS, an organization that supports disadvantaged communities in Laos.
