8-Day Kayaking on the Nam Ou River North Laos Expedition

• JOIN-IN TOUR requires a minimum of 2 people.
• PRIVATE TOUR has no minimum—solo travelers are welcome!

This wonderful kayak tour in Northern Laos offers you the incredible possibility to leave behind all you know about civilization: no road, no car, no motorbike, no mobile network, no fridge, limited electric power.

You will be there in the middle of the Nam Ou Valley on this incredible River. The Nam Ou River is the lifeline of the Lao population, the route for commerce of all types of goods, and the working place of fishermen.

This kayaking tour on the Nam Ou River is an unforgettable and incomparable nature experience.

*Note that a backup local boat will attend you for the duration of the tour and carry supplies. On any day that you would like to rest more and kayak less, you may opt to ride the backup boat.

>>Please find detailed information for each day of the itinerary below<<

• Muang Kua: ethnic fishermen village with linked road to Northern Laos

• Kayaking: more than 130 km on the Nam Ou with whitewater rapids, that can be classified as grades 2 and few 2-3. Do not worry this tour is also suitable for beginners. The beautiful landscape will be the highlight on some parts of the trip.

• Camping: you will camp on nice sandy river beaches or on small islands. Your guide will help you to establish your camp, campfire and as well Lao BBQ.

• Ethnicities Khamu, Hmong and Lao: different identities and different cultures

• Fascinating nature: you will discover an incredible number of different landscape types along the Nam Ou River

• Fishing: Discover the specific features of river fishing: either with home-made angling rod or a professional cast net.

• Muang Ngoi: peaceful backpacker's paradise with a lot of different activities, like trekking, caving, waterfall.

• Swimming: You can on the Nam Ou either take a refreshing bath or follow the river current with your life jacket. It is up to you!

• Nong Kiaw: back in the simple civilized world, you can continue to experience nature activities

• All transfers from the start point to the end: Luang Prabang

• Overnight in simple accommodation or in tents

• English speaking guide

• Backup boat

• Kayak, paddle, helmet, life jacket

• Meals as described in the program: simple Lao style

• Local taxes and authorizations

NOT INCLUDED:

• Personal expenditures

• Arrival to Laos

• Tips

• Insurance

• Comfortable clothes and shoes that can get wet

• Bring a small dry bag for your camera and purse

• Torch and spare batteries

• Your own sleeping bag, it could be quite cold from December to February

• Clothes that dry fast

• Towel and Sarong (long skirt) used by Lao to go bathing in the river. This is important for women.

• Pocket knife

• Strong sun protection

• Hat, long sleeves T-shirts and long trousers

• Running shoes and sandals, socks

• First-aid kit

• And don t forget to be tolerant and open-minded!

• Please be in the hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. In case of any unforeseen delays along the pickup route, we appreciate your patience and understanding.

• Accessibility: Our trips are generally unsuitable for people with reduced mobility and other disabilities. Please contact us to discuss if this trip is suitable for your specific requirements.

• If your group has more than 10 people, please send us an inquiry through this WhatsApp number>> +856 20 59 533 720

• French-speaking tour guide, Spanish-speaking tour guide, German-speaking tour guide, and Italian-speaking tour guide are available upon request with additional costs.

Child Policy

• Children below 5 years old: Free of charge
• Children between 5 - 10 years old: 50% charge from adult price
• Children's rates are available upon request, as it depends on the number of adults.

Cancellation Policy

• 7 - 30 days prior to the arrival date: 50% Charge
• 1 - 6 days prior to the arrival date: 100% Charge
• No show, and cancellations on the arrival date: 100% Charge

Refund Policy

• Kindly be advised that only tour/activity fees are refundable; Bank fees cannot be refunded under any circumstances.

• If you have questions or encounter problems with the tour, please contact WhatsApp/Tel: +856 20 59 533 720